Father’s Day Project

Father’s Day Project – Things for Dad or Grandpa that will make them happy all year long. One Day Projects. Photo Coasters Personalized photo coasters bring a smile to dad’s face and protect the furniture from water rings ($28 for six). You can put each family members’ face on a coaster so each of you…

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Ridgefield CT

Ridgefield CT – Community Activities

Ridgefield CT – Community Activities for Early June 2014   Take a look at the upcoming First Week of June community activity schedule: Sunday June 1 – Sheila E, Starnes & Shah at The Ridgefield Playhouse – 8PM Tuesday June 3 – The Revelers in Ballard Park – 7PM Friday June 6 – A Contemporary…

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Home Owners Association Responsibilities

Condominium Home Owners Association Responsibility?

Condominium Home Owners Association Responsibility? Are you thinking about purchasing a Condominium…this is an article to read! Condominium Home Owners Association Responsibility? If a pipe breaks in a common condominium wall and it floods two units – who is responsible? Both owners are looking to the Home Owners Association but the HOA has no policy…

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Flood Insurance

YOUR Flood Insurance Premiums

Your flood insurance premiums won’t rise more than 18 percent a year under a flood insurance bill passed by Congress and on its way to President Obama. Premiums for homes located in one of the nine flood risk categories insured by the National Flood Insurance Program can rise no more than 15 percent in a…

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Home Ownership - Still a Good Investment

Is Home Ownership A Good Investment?

Is Home Ownership A Good Investment? It’s often said that the American dream is to own a home with a yard and a white picket fence. In fact, it’s become a bit of a stereotype. But like many stereotypes, it is grounded in truth. Besides the sense of security, what makes owning a home so…

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Mortgage costs could rise in the upcoming year!

Are Reverse Mortgages a Good Tax Strategy?

Are Reverse Mortgages a Good Tax Strategy? Are Reverse Mortgages a Good Tax Strategy? Reverse mortgages are becoming increasing popular – especially for older people who want to tap the equity in their homes. They can provide a convenient source of financing for seniors who are “home rich but cash poor.” Qualified individuals can keep…

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How To Sell Your Home In Connecticut FAST

If you put your home on the market, your goal should be to sell your home for the most amount of money, in the least amount of time, under the most favorable terms, right? So how do you sell your home super fast? Here are 8 tips to help you sell your home fast… 1.…

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Equity in your Home

Equity in Your CT Home and Retirement Income

Equity in Your CT Home and Retirement Income Equity in Your CT Home and Retirement.  It’s not unusual for older people to be living in a nice home with substantial equity, but struggling to make ends meet with their retirement income. Here are three strategies to tap into that home equity: 1. Sell the current…

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Brookfield CT Homes - Market Update

Brookfield CT Homes – Market Update

Brookfield CT Homes – Market Update Brookfield CT Homes – Market Update.  As the area prepares for the spring market the average list price is rising above 2013 levels.  This is one indication that the home prices are recovering slowly, making this a great time to buy or sell a home.  With mortgage interest rates…

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