5 Secrets Buyers and Sellers Must Know About Virtual Home Tours
For years now, virtual home tours have helped real estate buyers far and wide find the perfect home. From long-distance military personnel being relocated, to investors expanding their portfolio, to homeowners looking for a vacation getaway, this technology makes finding a house that’s a bit out of driving distance much easier. And for real estate…
Read MoreHow to Bridge the Appraisal Gap in Today’s Real Estate Market
If you’re searching for drama, don’t limit yourself to Netflix. Instead, tune in to the real estate market, where the competition among buyers has never been fiercer. And with homes selling for record highs,1 the appraisal process—historically a standard part of a home purchase—is receiving more attention than ever. That’s because some sellers are finding…
Read MoreCould Rising Home Prices Impact Your Net Worth?
Learn how to determine your current net worth and how an investment in real estate can help improve your bottom line. Among its many impacts, COVID-19 has had a pronounced effect on the housing market. Low home inventory and high buyer demand have driven home prices to an all-time high.1 This has given an unexpected…
Read MoreFinding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life
Finding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life Imagine the first place you lived as a young adult. Now imagine trying to fit your life today into that space. Not pretty, right? For most of us, our housing needs are cyclical.1 A newly independent adult can find freedom and flexibility in even a…
Read MoreCan I Buy or Sell a Home Without a Real Estate Agent?
Today’s real estate market is one of the fastest-moving in recent memory. With record-low inventory in many market segments, we’re seeing multiple offers—and sometimes even bidding wars—for homes in the most sought-after neighborhoods. This has led some sellers to question the need for an agent. After all, why spend money on a listing agent when…
Read MoreMove-Up vs. Second Home: Which One Is Right For You?
The pandemic has changed the way many of us live, work, and attend school—and those changes have impacted our priorities when it comes to choosing a home. According to a recent survey by The Harris Poll, 75% of respondents who have begun working remotely would like to continue doing so—and 66% would consider moving if…
Read MoreLowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers
In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many Americans have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others question the hype. Are today’s rates truly a bargain? While average mortgage rates have drifted between 4% and 5% in recent years, they haven’t always been…
Read MoreHow to prevent property damage from freezing pipes
This winter get ahead of the freezing and below freezing temperatures. Your top priority during winter vacancy is to prevent freezing pipes and possible water damage. Exposed plumbing pipes can quickly freeze when exposed to winter weather. Get ahead of freezing weather conditions by adequately insulating plumbing pipes for the winter season, using our tips…
Read MoreShould You Allow Pets in Your Groton Rental Property? Pros and Cons Explained
There are pros and cons to allowing pets in a rental property, and today we’re sharing those with you. Generally, we recommend pets to our owners who are renting out their property. Over 40 percent of people in eastern Connecticut have a pet or want to add a pet in the next year or two.…
Read MoreHow to Get the Best Tenants for Your Rental Property in Groton Tenant Screening Tips from a Professional
A good property management company does four things to make sure their owner attracts a high-quality tenant: we complete a credit check, background check, an eviction check, and process a thorough application. It’s called tenant screening, and the process can ensure you get a worthwhile tenant into your property.
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