Real Estate

What to Look for When Buying a Home With Entertaining in Mind Any home can bring family and friends together. However, some homes make hosting feel like a more natural experience—particularly for the homeowners. If you love to bring people together, buying a home that accommodates seamless entertaining may top your list. We’ve put together a guide for what to look for when buying a home with...

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...

Common Misconceptions About Electricity Usage In an effort to lower utility bills or live an environmentally friendly life, many homeowners try to reduce their electricity use. Unfortunately, many homeowners end up wasting electricity due to misunderstandings or misinformation. If you’re making one or more of these mistakes, you might be able to lower your utility bills with a few simple...

What is Hygge and how can I incorporate it into my home? It’s time to get cozy - today, we’re talking about Hygge - the Norwegian and Dutch lifestyle concept. Originally a Norwegian noun meaning “well-being”, the concept of Hygge (pronounced “hooga”) has transformed into a massive lifestyle and home decor trend. Sounds great, right? Today, we’re discussing how to incorporate the Hygge...

Room to Grow: Key Considerations When Buying a House for a Home-Based Business By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net Growing a home-based business often necessitates rethinking your physical space. As operations expand, the need for a larger, more functional environment becomes apparent. This transition isn’t just about acquiring more square footage; it’s about making informed decisions that align with both...

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...

Easy Tips for Prioritizing Home Projects One of the great features of owning your own home is customizing it to fit your needs and lifestyle. On the flip side, one of the downsides of owning your own home is the maintenance projects and costs that can come with homeownership. When you have multiple home projects on your list, prioritizing them may be challenging. These easy tips for prioritizing home...

4 Habits for an Easy-to-Clean Home\ Keeping your home clean can feel like an uphill battle–especially if you have a home with children in the household. Thankfully, there are some habits that can easily be tackled regularly that will ensure that making your home easy-to-clean isn’t difficult. Whether you are cleaning up the messes of a large family or a small household, these four habits can make...

Planning Your Interstate Move: What Should Be on Your Checklist? By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net When planning to relocate to a new state, there are numerous factors to consider that can significantly impact your transition and future life. From financial considerations like housing affordability and the cost of living, to personal factors such as education quality and job opportunities, each plays a...

Nikki Trocchio Honored with NHMR Community Service Award Calcagni Real Estate is proud to announce that Nikki Trocchio has been awarded the NHMR Community Service Award, presented at this year’s Trade Show. This annual award recognizes real estate professionals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to community service. At the NHMR Trade Show, we celebrated Nikki's commitment to giving back to the...