Historic 1756 Home is a Little Piece of Old New England 660 Boulder Road, Cheshire CT $875,000 Property Page A Home Steeped in Connecticut History Delivers Postcard-Worthy Charm When the Gaylord family settled in New Haven County around the turn of the 18th century, F.T. Gaylord–a child of one of the original settlers–moved to West Meadows (what is now Cheshire) in 1753. By 1756, his...
You Ask, We Answer: What is a HERS home, and Where Can I Find One? If you’re on the hunt for energy efficient new construction homes in Connecticut, we have good news. Calcagni Real Estate is representing new homes that have recently received HERS Index ratings–and that’s great news for your wallet and for the environment. Learn about the HERS Index, what it means for energy efficient homes, and...
HBRA’s Parade of Homes 2022: View Calcagni Real Estate’s New Construction & Renovation Homes This Weekend This weekend, the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Central Connecticut (HBRA) is hosting its Parade of Homes, and there has never been a better time to view some of Calcagni Real Estate’s new construction and renovation homes. The Parade of Homes allows you to tour the...
You Ask, We Answer: Is Housing Demand Going to Slow Down Soon? It seems that for the past several years, housing demand in Connecticut has been a hot topic of conversation. Whether you’ve bought a house, sold one, or have just been curious about where the housing market stands–and where it’s headed–Calcagni Real Estate has pertinent information to share with you. Read on for more of what our...
This April, Celebrate “New Homes Month” with Calcagni Real Estate It’s New Homes Month, and here at Calcagni Real Estate, we’re celebrating all the ways our new construction homes throughout Connecticut make your dreams of homeownership come true. We know that your home is your sanctuary—and your home office, your sometimes classroom, your social gathering space. The homes our...
You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Save Money When I Move? Your Calcagni Real Estate agent has helped you find your new home, and it’s time to think about moving into it. Hurray! But if the cost of moving is leaving you feeling less than excited, you’re not alone. Moving is expensive, and comes at a time when your wallet may be feeling thinner than usual. Take heart and keep reading, because we’re...
You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Qualify for a Mortgage? If you’re thinking about buying a home in Connecticut, you’ll probably need a mortgage. And while your Calcagni Real Estate agent has plenty of recommendations for trusted mortgage lenders (just ask them for a list!), knowing what those mortgage lenders will be looking for may help you get a leg up on qualifying for one. Here are some of the...
You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Right Questions to Ask When Buying a Home? Did you know the process of buying a home in Connecticut begins before you even view your first listing? This may sound counterintuitive, but knowing the answers to some key questions will help you and your Calcagni Real Estate agent more accurately navigate the home-buying process —and help you find the house that’s right...
You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Find My Dream Home? If you’ve been scrolling through Connecticut homes for sale, chances are, you have an entire Pinterest board dedicated to what your dream home should look like. But have you considered the elements of your next home that will actually improve your quality of life? When it comes to ensuring your Calcagni Real Estate has a clear picture of exactly what...
You Ask, We Answer: What is Slow Decorating? Once your Calcagni Real Estate agent has found you the house you love, you may be tempted to finish decorating it ASAP. But the “slow decorating” movement may be on to something—and it may help you love your home even more in the long run. Let’s dive in to what slow decorating is all about, and how it may infuse decorating your home with a newfound...