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Pictured L-R: Realtors Jim Bulger, Irma Nesson and Cheshire VP of Sales, Gina Shumilla New Year, New Signs: Calcagni Real Estate Unveils an Updated Look Just in time to kick off the new year, Calcagni Real Estate has unveiled a fresh new look on its real estate signs. The new signs will retain the maroon and white color palette that so many associate with the company, but will now mirror the company’s...

Image courtesy of signaturefd.com You Ask, We Answer: Why Should I Consider Refinancing Now?If you’re a Connecticut homeowner, chances are you’ve secured your mortgage at a higher rate than it is today. That’s because current mortgage interest rates are at a historic low—and that means refinancing may help save you money every month. Given the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic...

You Ask We Answer: What Are the Top 5 Decor Trends for 2021?The new year is on the horizon (we promise!) and many Connecticut homeowners are looking to say goodbye to 2020 with some home decor updates. Whether you’re seeking a fresh coat of paint or are planning to move to a space more conducive to our altered reality, we at Calcagni have gathered five of the top decor trends for 2021 to help inspire you...

You Ask, We Answer: What Is the Best Way to Move with Pets?By the time your Calcagni agent has helped you navigate buying a house in Connecticut or selling your current home, your mind has probably already turned to the arduous task of packing for moving day. And while packing for and scheduling your move are obviously a crucial part of readying for your next place to live, prepping your pets for moving...

Photo courtesy of Anne J Macinty You Ask, We Answer: Help! My Yard Is All Weeds. What Can I Do? Summer is in full swing, and whether you’ve recently moved in to your dream house or are a veteran homeowner, chances are, your yard figures prominently into your summer plans. But looking out onto your yard and seeing a lawn full of weeds can be discouraging at best, and overwhelming at worst....

 There are lots of fun things to do with your family to get into the Holiday Spirit this season! Check out the link below to find local Holiday Events going on throughout CT.. Do you have any of your own recommendations? Please...

Seasonal changes can create inherent risks especially amongst those of us who are looking to save some money during difficult economic times. As such, when we think about cold weather hazards, it usually pertains to the impact of snow and ice. The winter months are a good time to take inventory of our own personal safety and consider the potential concerns regarding indoor air quality during the heating...

Calcagni Associates President Steve Calcagni recently announced that the company has added a Real Estate Owned Services Division to its already full suite of real estate services. “As the real estate market has changed over time, so has our need for a comprehensive division to administer the amount of REO properties we’re handling.” said Calcagni. “We’ve been involved in REO properties for...

What can you tell me about Chinese drywall? That’s the question I have been asked a handful of times over the past couple of years, usually by a client who works in the insurance industry; but most recently by non- trade related clients. Concerns regarding imported drywall have been on the public’s radar for some time now. Not typically associated with New England, the concern has primarily been...

Late August is “Back to School” time in many parts of our country. But now anytime of the year can be back to school time as more and more adults are going back to further their educations. This is as good a reason as any to compile some “Fun Facts” about education: * The number of students enrolled in American schools from kindergarten through college now totals approximately 78.8 million. *...