Tips for First Time Home Buyers

Purchasing a home for the first time can quickly become overwhelming and complicated. The transaction can cause confusion, stress, and uncertainty for many. While everyone has a slightly different experience, there are many universal tips to keep in mind when you...
Is now a good time to buy?

Is now a good time to buy?

With all the talk of rising home prices, buyers who’ve been dreaming of getting into a new home are starting to question if it is still affordable to buy.  There’s no denying the increase in property values over the past year – but it’s not the only...

Home Searching Mistakes

When there is low inventory and competition from other buyers, you have to change your approach to the home search. A seller’s market, like the one we are currently experiencing, doesn’t mean it’s a bad time to buy (especially with today’s low mortgage rates). It just...

5 Tips for Buying in a Seller’s Market

Yes, it is currently a hot seller’s market. With low inventory and buyers actively searching, the market is moving faster than we’ve seen in years. However, sellers aren’t the only ones benefitting from the current market. Record low interest rates benefit buyers,...

Make a Competitive Offer

There are pros and cons to every market. The biggest pro for buyers right now is low interest rates give you more buying power.  The biggest con? With low inventory, competition is fierce.  With many Connecticut sellers receiving multiple offers, buyers must...