3 Common Home Repairs to Learn as a First-Time Homeowner Owning your first home is a great feeling, but suddenly having all the maintenance responsibilities in your hands can be intimidating, especially if you benefited from low-to-no maintenance as a renter. Instead of finding yourself stressed at the first problem, be sure you go into homeownership with some helpful basic knowledge. Repair a...
How to Create a Pet-Friendly Home Without Sacrificing Style Creating a pet-friendly space doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style and sophistication. Choosing decor that supports your personal style goals while remaining durable and comfortable for your pet is key. Here is how to create a pet-friendly home without sacrificing style. Choose Easy-to-Clean Flooring Carpeting and rugs may look nice when...
Calcagni Shines at the 2024 Home Builders Association Awards Calcagni Real Estate is thrilled to have received four prestigious awards at the Connecticut Home Building Industry ("HOBI") Awards Ceremony, presented by the HBRA of Connecticut. The HOBI Awards honor outstanding builders, remodelers, Realtors, and others for their excellence in home construction, sales, marketing, and design. On November...
Energy Efficiency Tips for the Cooler Months When the temperatures dip, your home’s energy condition rises. While higher heating bills during the colder months are inevitable, there are ways you can reduce your household energy consumption while reducing heating bills and still staying cozy, warm and comfortable. Read on for energy tips to keep in mind during the cooler months. Reverse Ceiling...
How and When to Refresh a Child's Bedroom As your child grows and changes, so will their interests and style. Adjusting their bedroom to reflect their evolving interests and abilities will give them a comfortable place to rest and recharge. Read on for how and when to refresh a child's bedroom. Knowing When to Refresh The most apparent reason to refresh your child's bedroom is if they have...
Money Mistakes to Avoid if You Want to Buy a Home Purchasing a home is a major financial goal, and many aspiring homeowners save for years to afford it. While saving, ensure you're doing it right. You may think you're prepared, but you might be making mistakes that set you back. Here are the money mistakes to avoid if you want to buy a home. Not Preparing for Emergencies An emergency fund is not...
Calcagni Real Estate Celebrates 55 Years in Business Calcagni Real Estate is proud to celebrate a significant milestone - 55 years in business! It all began in 1969 when the late Doug Calcagni co-founded Serris & Calcagni Agency with a business partner. Doug later ventured out on his own and established Calcagni Associates Real Estate. The company eventually evolved into the well-known Calcagni Real...
Dream Waterfront Living: East Haven Condo for Sale Nestled along the serene Connecticut shoreline, welcome to 76 Cosey Beach Ave. APT 3, East Haven. Listed by Calcagni Realtor Lorrie Maiorano, this waterfront condo offers a unique blend of luxury and tranquility. With 1,829 square feet of living space, this ranch-style unit meets the highest standards of comfort and sophistication. This home is an ideal...
How to Properly Self-Clean Your Oven If food drippings and grease have made your oven a big mess, self-cleaning option on your oven can come in handy. It's a convenient option that takes care of the cleaning for you, so you can focus on other things. If you're a little wary about using the self-cleaning oven feature, look no further. Today, we're going over how to use the self-cleaning function on your...
Open House Etiquette for Buyers Visiting open houses can be an exciting activity for prospective homebuyers. It's an opportunity to step into what could potentially be your future home, but it's crucial to remember that this is still someone else's home. Just as you would adhere to certain etiquettes when visiting a friend's house, there are dos and don'ts specific to open houses that can help you make a...
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