Here’s who made the top 20. The Northeast didn’t make it this time!
Monthly Archives: November 2015
First time buyers continue to lag….
Interesting facts about our local market….
The Norwalk real estate market is probably the most diverse in Fairfield County. As of today, you can buy anything from a condo for $55,000 to a private island for $10,000,000. Talk about having something for everyone 🙂
The Westport market has 101 properties for sale in the $2,000,000 to $4,000,000 price range. Out of those, 55 are new construction…..more than 50%! Comparing new construction in the same price to surrounding towns, Weston has 2, Norwalk 5, Fairfield 12 and Darien 5.
How to hang the art collection…
Does it matter? Absolutely. It matters as much as the furniture placement matters. There are rules to follow and when they are, the result is spectacular. You have invested the time and money in selecting an array of fabulous pieces, but if they are not hung and placed properly, they can look like wall clutter or create a visual imbalance within the room. Continue reading How to hang the art collection…
Art or TV?
Flat screens have taken over valuable vertical real estate in the home that was once the domain of art. Who started this anyway? Maybe it was the Jetsons – George, Jane, Judy and little Elroy. They were the first to show us wall mounted TVs…and now we’ve got them. But here’s the problem – Continue reading Art or TV?
A new trend in renovating and decorating…
Salvage design is the latest trend and another way to “go green” – Vintage tiles, old doors, claw-foot tubs, fireplace mantels and a host of other items are making their way back adding creativity and character to newer homes. Where to look for those special items? Start with rebuild centers, auction houses, estate sale companies, secondhand shops, antique stores, even colleges and high schools will sometimes sell off interesting old architectural components. Explore your creativity and add personality to your home with salvaged treasures.
New starter homes…..a thing of the past?
New smaller homes are in great demand but there is no supply……especially in our market area. First time buyers and those who want to downsize from the larger homes face challenges. Aside from condominiums, there are no new smaller homes to purchase. Why? Continue reading New starter homes…..a thing of the past?
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