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Image courtesy of viva escrow You Ask, We Answer: How Does Escrow Work? Whether you’re a homebuyer or you’re selling your home, the word “escrow” is sure to come up at some point in your Connecticut real estate transaction. While your Calcagni Real Estate agent can work with your mortgage lender to help explain the details as they pertain to your unique contact, we’re exploring escrow...

Image courtesy of Denver Urban Renewal Authority You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Winterize My Home? We may be enjoying some unseasonably warm weather in Connecticut this week, but Novem-ber is well underway—and that means it’s only a matter of time before that New England chill settles in, reminding us of its arrival through every drafty door and window. As Connecticut’s leading independent real...

Image courtesy of the balance.com You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Top Tips For Selling My Older Home Faster? The time has come to sell your Connecticut home, and it may feel overwhelming to try and list the house you’ve lived in for decades in a market seemingly dominated by just-completed homes. Before you become disenchanted with the process of listing your house, take a deep breath! Your...

The Top 5 Tools Every Homeowner Should Own Having a well-stocked toolbox is a bit like having plumbing that works: We take for granted how easy each makes our lives until something breaks. Whether you’re a first time Connecticut homebuyer or a veteran homeowner who just doesn’t have the “fix it gene,” knowing what tools to have on hand for any situation can save you money—not to mention time...

You Ask, We Answer: What Can I Expect from My Home Inspection? For any homebuyer, buying a home is one of the biggest investments we can make—and the process can sometimes feel overwhelming. Luckily, there are steps leading up to your closing that provide valuable information to help you make important decisions before making that house your home. One of these guardrails is the home inspection. This...

You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Top 5 Tips to Moving with Kids During COVID-19? You’ve signed the contract for your Calcagni Real Estate agent, scheduled the closing and lined up the movers with plenty of time to spare. Congratulations—you’re about to begin a whole new chapter in homeownership! But whether this is the first time you’re moving with kids or you feel like a pro, moving during...

You Ask, We Answer: Why Is Moving to Connecticut a Good Idea Right Now? Maybe it’s the dream of closet space that started it. Perhaps it’s the school districts that have you perusing the Calcagni Real Estate website. Or maybe it’s the thought of growing your own vegetable garden that tipped the scales and had you yearning to trade concrete for…Connecticut? Though many homebuyers have tucked...

Photo of Pierpont Hill in North Haven You Ask, We Answer: Why Can't I Use My Own Subcontractors for My New Construction Home? Congratulations! You've just purchased the house of your dreams: A new construction home in the ideal Connecticut location—and you can't wait to get started in making it yours. In the process, you figure you'll save some money by hiring Uncle Joe to help with the...

Photo of Arbor Meadows in Cromwell You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Budget for New Construction? Whether you’ve started house hunting online or you’ve been slowly wading back into in-person open houses, chances are, your search for the perfect Connecticut home comes with a “wish list.” For many homebuyers today, having ample space to work (and learn) from home is figuring more prominently during...

Home Lifestyle Trend: Outdoor Kitchens   Outdoor spaces are enjoying a resurgence—and today’s latest lifestyle trend has Connecticut homeowners rethinking the way they use their decks, patios, and backyards to create outdoor kitchens and living spaces that bring all the comforts of inside out into nature. It seems there’s no better time than now—when we’re having to rethink where and how...