10 Recipes for Your July 4th BBQ

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | July 2, 2015

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family to celebrate – and eat! Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, it’s always tough to decide what you will make or bring. Here are ten recipes for your Fourth of July BBQ.   Unique Side Dishes   Side…

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How To Win A Bidding War

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | May 21, 2015

  How To Win A Bidding War – Bidding wars are great if you’re trying to sell your home, but they’re not so great if you’re the one bidding. The real estate market is certainly picking up, but we may soon find ourselves in a situation where there are more buyers than sellers, and that’s when…

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5 Ways To Prepare For Summer Break

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | May 4, 2015

  5 Ways To Prepare For Summer Break – Spring is already here and summer is just around the corner – are you ready? Summer will bring higher temperatures, kids out of school, non-stop events, and possibly even vacation time! Here are 5 ways to help you prepare for summer break this year.     Clean…

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Tips For Having a Smooth Closing

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | April 6, 2015

  Tips For Having a Smooth Closing – Ensuring you have a smooth closing is a piece of cake as long as you follow these 6 simple tips.   Ask Questions Make sure that nothing will be a surprise at the closing table. The last thing you need is for a problem to arise right as…

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Spring Gardening Tips

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | April 3, 2015

Spring Gardening Tips   It’s the best time of the year – springtime! You might check out your garden after a long, cold winter, and be frightened at the “damage” from the extreme weather; however, there is always a way to get it back to looking as beautiful and full as ever. Here are five…

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Is a “Fixer Upper” Right For Me?

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | March 19, 2015

Is a “Fixer Upper” Right For Me?   When you’re thinking of moving into a new home, you are often faced with two choices – purchase a move-in ready home, or a fixer upper. Asking yourself which option is best for you is the first step, You need to weigh your pros and cons before…

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Tax Deductions Homeowners Should Know About

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | March 6, 2015

Tax season is here! If you are a homeowner and want to take advantage of perks that come with it, check out these tips. You can deduct your home mortgage interest/points on your tax return if you (1) itemize deductions, and (2) the mortgage is a secured debt on your main home or second home.…

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Things to do in Fairfield County, Connecticut: March

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | February 24, 2015

Things to do in Fairfield County, Connecticut: March Happy March! Spring is almost upon us, but the weather is still not cooperating with us. Instead of staying cooped up during March’s usual rain and snow storms, why not head out and take advantage of the many fun and exciting events going on in Fairfield County?…

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