Many Connecticut residents may enter real estate deals with their families and friends. Usually, these deals are mutually beneficial. For example, when parents sell a home to their children, the children can get a good price and, if they do seller financing, generous...
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What is a reverse mortgage?
There are plenty of national financial factors that impact the daily lives of Connecticut residents: inflation and interest rates principally, among others. When we look at our own individual financial situations in light of what might happen at the national level, it...
Why do I need to perform a title search?
Purchasing a home is an exciting time for many Connecticut residents. If this is your first time purchasing a home, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the number of steps that must be completed. One of the most important steps is conducting a title search. This is a...
I think my neighbor’s fence is on my land. What can I do?
Property disputes can be a common and frustrating issue among homeowners. One such common dispute occurs when a neighbor’s fence encroaches on your property. This blog post will help you navigate the steps to resolve a boundary dispute in Woodstock, Connecticut....
Is now the time to refinance your home mortgage?
Buying a home is likely the largest purchase you will make in your lifetime. Whether this is your first home or not, having a mortgage is a major financial responsibility. For many homebuyers, getting a low interest rate is ideal, but of course it isn’t always...
Why you should not ignore a mortgage foreclosure notice
Most of us experience financial troubles at some point, whether due to a job loss, medical emergency or other unexpected event. If you own a home, the thought of losing your home may be one of your biggest fears, especially if you miss a mortgage payment or two. You...
What can help prevent your property’s foreclosure?
Having your property go through foreclosure can have adverse effects on you as an owner and individual. Aside from losing a significant financial investment, the experience can considerably affect your mental and emotional well-being. Still, facing foreclosure is a...
When can refinancing your mortgage be beneficial?
Planning to purchase property often includes preparing to take out a mortgage. These long-term home loans can help you achieve your dreams of becoming a homeowner. However, they can become unfavorable over time, making refinancing a beneficial option. Usually,...
The basics of foreclosure
During the most turbulent time of the housing market a few years back, most of our readers in Connecticut probably heard one term over and over: foreclosure. While it is true that the housing market recovered from that slump, both locally and nationally, the fact...
What should I do if my neighbor built a spite fence?
When we invest in our homes, we do our best to create a good environment for us and our families. This process includes creating connections with neighbors or just simply building a civil relationship with them. But not all neighbor relationships are friendly. Some...