The chart says it all… sales were down 6.7% from last year. The housing market, along with the job market, are still in recovery mode. The good news for buyers was an increase in inventory, which at one point reached 364 homes on the market; however, homes listed between $1 and $2mm continue to be in… Read More
Connecticut Vs. New York Real Estate Closing Costs
While most homeowners are focused on the rising cost of home prices, they might not realize closing costs are rising as well. According to RIS Media, “Each year lender’s origination fees account for the lion’s share of the increase. Since 2010, origination fees, which include lender’s charges for services such as underwriting and processing have… Read More
SOLD – Turtleback Road New Canaan CT
$3,500,000 Atop a gentle hill lies a truly unique property with an unobstructed view of the Manhattan skyline, glimpses of the sun on the Long Island Sound, dramatic sunsets and the ever changing color and light upon the ridge tops of the stunning Connecticut landscape below. This is truly the finest vista available in New Canaan. The… Read More
Signs Of A Recovering Real Estate Market
With temperatures chilly real estate sales grew hot in the first quarter of 2013. The number of buyers has out paced the inventory of homes available (currently 222 offered down approx. 12% from last year) and many sales went to multiple bids. We are starting to see some modest price increases and sales where the average sale price… Read More
We all need a little extra room.
After being cooped up indoors all winter, my soul screams for fresh air, sunshine and dining under the night sky. Walking outside with a cup of coffee and settling into a cushioned seat to enjoy the early morning quiet, or sitting around a dining table under a wisteria laden pergola with a few good friends,… Read More
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