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....
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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...
Using a real estate appraiser in a Connecticut divorce
When a well-off Connecticut couple decides to end their marriage, the division of their assets is always a principal concern. Connecticut’s proximity to New York City also means that these well-off couples will own large, very valuable homes. Dividing this asset can...
Reverse mortgage: A money management tool for people over 62
By some accounts, 60% of Americans find themselves cash-strapped, with less than $1,000 in the bank as they face their retirement years. A variety of economic vicissitudes fostered this trend. At the same time, however, it’s reported that one in four mortgaged homes...
What is adverse possession?
The real estate market contributes significantly to the overall economy. Buyers and sellers negotiate a sale that provides the most mutually beneficial result. In some cases; however, the legal transfer of real estate follows an unconventional route. The legal...