By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey More home buyers are turning to FHA mortgages, which have more lenient eligibility requirements than conventional loans. Real estate agents who learn the ins and outs of this type of financing can help ensure a smooth transaction. Federal Housing Administration loans are designed to help Americans who are struggling to afford […]
Greater Hartford Monthly Housing Stats
Closed Sales of Single-Family Homes in Greater Hartford Down 4 Percent By Keara Langston (Hartford, Conn., October 15, 2024) – According to the Greater Hartford Association of REALTORS® (GHAR), closed sales of single-family homes in Greater Hartford dropped 3.8 percent (from 442 to 425) from September of 2023 to September of 2024. Pending sales also […]
Greater Hartford Monthly Housing Stats
Median Sales Price of Single-Family Homes in Greater Hartford Up 6 Percent Closed sales increase 4 percent By Keara Langston (Hartford, Conn., September 12, 2024) – According to the Greater Hartford Association of REALTORS® (GHAR), the median sales price of single-family homes in Greater Hartford rose 6.1 percent (from $391,250 to $415,000) when compared to August […]
Greater Hartford Monthly Housing Stats
Closed Sales of Single-Family Homes in Greater Hartford Up 14 Percent Inventory drops 7 percent by Keara Langston (Hartford, Conn., August 14, 2024) – According to the Greater Hartford Association of REALTORS® (GHAR), closed sales of single-family homes in Greater Hartford increased 13.8 percent (from 450 to 512), when compared to July of last year. Inventory […]
Prepping Your Home for Sale
Follow these tips when preparing your home for sale: Stage each living area to help potential buyers imagine living in that space. Keep all rooms clean, including children rooms. Remove clutter and extra furniture to help the space feel clean and larger.
Top Tips for Buying a Home
Buying a home is an important life decision. Make sure you consider these important tips before you buy: 1. Look at your finances and decide how much you can afford.2. Make sure to physical inspect the home and property for potential fixes and hazards.3. Tour the neighborhood at different hours to get a feel for the […]