Author: Ben

  • Curb Appeal

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    How to kick your curb appeal up a notch! First impressions matter, which is why when attempting to sell your home, curb appeal is so important. Even if you do not anticipate selling your home, it’s still a good idea to spruce up your property. Basic good maintenance Sparkling clean windows, light fixtures clean of…

  • Trees Down?

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    How to Deal With Trees in a Storm If you have ever watched trees in a storm, you know it can be scary. It’s an uncomfortable feeling when uncontrollable forces of nature are at work and all you can do is cross your fingers that a heavy branch or tree won’t fall on your home…

  • Interest Rates

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    What you should do before interest rates rise!!! In today’s real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you have been in your current home for several years and haven’t refinanced lately, there’s a good chance you have a mortgage with an interest rate higher than today’s average. Here are some options…

  • Rents on the Rise

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    Is Now the Time to Buy? According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas across the country. The report (https://www.realtor.com/research/june-2021-rent) found rents rose by 8.1% from the same time last year. If you are a renter concerned about rising prices, now may be the…

  • Buyer Concerns

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    Today’s Biggest Buyer Concerns I’ll rent instead. Some may consider renting as the better option; however the monthly cost of renting a home is skyrocketing. So far in 2021, rental prices have grown a staggering 9.2% If you continue to rent, chances are your rent will keep increasing at a fast pace. That means you…

  • Northeast Events — Get Out, Get Some!

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    Your favorite events are returning in 2021 With mask mandates easing and the number of Americans getting vaccinated increasing, many of our favorite live events are starting to return. I encourage you to venture out to some of these events. Shakespeare in the Park Shakespeare in the Park has returned in 2021 at the Delacorte…

  • Summer hiking fitness

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    10 ways to prep for summer hiking Whether you take group fitness classes, enjoy running or walk, hiking can be a great way to change things up and keep your exercise routine interesting. You also have the added benefit of spending more time in nature. Your mood and overall health will improve. Now I’m not…

  • Clover lawns

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    Benefits A nitrogen-fixing plant, clover brings nutrients to your soil. You do not need to fertilize You do not need to water excessively Clover tolerates compacted soil better than lawn grasses You do not need to weed lawn You do not need to mow Plant clover in spring or late summer/early fall What kind of…

  • Essential Gardens

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    Connecticut is home to many beautiful blossoms. I have visited many of the historic gardens and found it to be a well worth experience. Bartlett Arboretum – Stamford Bartlett Arboretum is a 93 acre sanctuary. It offers charming gardens, wildflower meadows, red maple wetlands, boardwalk, and woodland hiking trails. Hollister House – Washington Hollister House…