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Image courtesy of Denver Urban Renewal Authority You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Winterize My Home? We may be enjoying some unseasonably warm weather in Connecticut this week, but Novem-ber is well underway—and that means it’s only a matter of time before that New England chill settles in, reminding us of its arrival through every drafty door and window. As Connecticut’s leading independent real...

You Ask, We Answer: What Can I Expect from My Home Inspection? For any homebuyer, buying a home is one of the biggest investments we can make—and the process can sometimes feel overwhelming. Luckily, there are steps leading up to your closing that provide valuable information to help you make important decisions before making that house your home. One of these guardrails is the home inspection. This...

You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Top 5 Tips to Moving with Kids During COVID-19? You’ve signed the contract for your Calcagni Real Estate agent, scheduled the closing and lined up the movers with plenty of time to spare. Congratulations—you’re about to begin a whole new chapter in homeownership! But whether this is the first time you’re moving with kids or you feel like a pro, moving during...

Photo of Pierpont Hill in North Haven You Ask, We Answer: Why Can't I Use My Own Subcontractors for My New Construction Home? Congratulations! You've just purchased the house of your dreams: A new construction home in the ideal Connecticut location—and you can't wait to get started in making it yours. In the process, you figure you'll save some money by hiring Uncle Joe to help with the...

Photo of Arbor Meadows in Cromwell You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Budget for New Construction? Whether you’ve started house hunting online or you’ve been slowly wading back into in-person open houses, chances are, your search for the perfect Connecticut home comes with a “wish list.” For many homebuyers today, having ample space to work (and learn) from home is figuring more prominently during...

Home Lifestyle Trend: Outdoor Kitchens   Outdoor spaces are enjoying a resurgence—and today’s latest lifestyle trend has Connecticut homeowners rethinking the way they use their decks, patios, and backyards to create outdoor kitchens and living spaces that bring all the comforts of inside out into nature. It seems there’s no better time than now—when we’re having to rethink where and how...

Photo courtesy of realtor.com You Ask, We Answer: What Do I Need to Know About Relocating to the Suburbs During COVID-19? Our new reality during the COVID-19 pandemic has shifted in myriad ways: From distance learning and working from home to a premium value placed on living space, life under the coronavirus is shaping our present and helping to determine our future. With so many variables at play,...

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....

Now Trending: Technology to Help You Work From Home For many of us, the COVID-19 pandemic has required us to get creative about what constitutes our “new normal.” From distance learning to working from home, we’ve had to carve out space and set up shop from our home offices-bedrooms-bathrooms-closets. Even as our communities begin to open up again, many of us are faced with the ongoing challenge...

How Savvy Homeowners Can Protect Against Weather-Related Issues By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net For a majority of homeowners, your house is the largest piece of your investment portfolio. In fact, it's estimated that more than 60 percent of the net worth for the average American is due to the equity in their home. As a result, homeowners should take extra steps to protect their home from weather-related...