Could Your Age Impact What You Get for Your Home?

Today's retirees are more active than ever. They're traveling, volunteering, starting new hobbies, helping with grandchildren, and in many cases beginning an exciting new chapter. Seventy today certainly doesn't look the way it did a generation ago. Yet an interesting study found that homeowners ove

Does a Pool Add Value to Your Home?

There’s no question that a swimming pool can transform a backyard into a personal retreat. It creates a space to relax, entertain friends, cool off on hot summer days, and make lasting memories with family. Of course, pools also come with a price tag. Beyond the initial installation cost, there are

The Home Buyer's Red Flag Cheat Sheet: What to Talk Away From vs What to Negotiate

Buying a home is exciting. It can also make you do things you'd never do with any other purchase, like convince yourself that a little mold in the basement "probably isn't a big deal." You're not alone. According to a 2026 survey by Clever Real Estate, 76% of home buyers would be willing to overlook

Central CT Housing Market Update: Why Homes Are Selling in 8 Days (May 2026)

If you've been reading national headlines about a "slowing housing market" and "stale listings piling up," here's something that might surprise you: the central Connecticut market is doing the exact opposite. In May 2026, homes across Middlesex, Hartford, and New Haven counties sold in a median of j