Author: Ben
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Down Payment
Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Need To Know If you are planning to buy your first home, then you are probably focused on saving for all the costs involved in such a big purchase. One of the expenses that may be at the top of your mind is your down payment. If…
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Buying or Selling a Home
Why Buying or Selling a Home Helps the Economy and Your Community. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a house, it’s important to know that it doesn’t just affect your life, but also your community. The chart below shows how much economic activity is generated by homes sales and it’s impact. As the visual…
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Stink Bugs
What To Do BEFORE They Devour Fruit Trees & Gardens Brown marmorated stink bugs are on the move in gardens in Connecticut, though you may see the damage left behind by the shield-shapped menace until July or August. Stink bugs’ preferred diet comes from fruit orchards, ornamental trees and garden vegetables like tomatoes, peppers and…
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How to Clean Grease & Oil Stains From Your Concrete
You can clean up stains from things like motor oil and get your concrete back to like-new condition. An unblemished concrete patio, driveway, or walkway can feel like a magnet for leaking vechicles and spilled oil, which will pentrate the porous surface of a concrete and leave a lasting stain. That is, if you let…
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Connecticut Chocolate Trail
Connecticut’s Sweet Spots: CT Chocolate Trail They say there is nothing better than a good friend, except, perhaps a good friend with chocolate. So, grab a partner, and treat the chocolate lover in your life (or yourself) to an unforgettable tasting trip throughout the state. This Connecticut Chocolate Trail will indulge all of your senses.…
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Vacationer’s Guide to Protect Your Home
Actually relax on vacation!! When you are away on a nice, relaxing vacation, you may find your thoughts are disrupted by the home you left behind. Did I leave the door unlocked? I hope the basement isn’t flooding. Did that package arrive, and is it just sitting there on my front steps for anyone to…
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The Real Estate Market Is Strong
This Real Estate Market is the Strongest of Our Lifetime! When you look at the numbers today, the one thing that stands out is the strength of this housing market. We can see this is one of the most foundationally strong housing markets of our lifetime. Maybe the strongest. Here are two fundamentals that prove…
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Use Your Local Extension Office
Everything You Should Be Using Your Local Extension Office for (but Aren’t) Get expert information on gardening, food, conservation, urban agricullture, rabbit-raising, and more. If you grew up on a farm, participated in 40H,, or wenet to a land-grant university, you are probably already aware of what a rich resource your county extension office is…
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How to Care for Your Septic System
Septic system maintenance is not complicated, and it does not need to be expensive. Upkeep comes down to four key elements: Inspect and pump frequently Use water efficiently Properly dispose of waste Maintain your drainfield Inspect and Pump Frequently The average household septic system should be inspected at least every three years by a septic…