During an unpredictable market, home-buying can be very stressful. Choosing the right realtor and real estate agency can mitigate this home-buying stress. Recently, I helped a young couple navigate the stress of seeing homes before they got snatched up and making offers that were competitive and within budget. There was a point when nearly every house was under contract within three days of hitting the market. I had to be available to schedule appointments and show homes quickly so my clients didn’t miss out on any opportunities and so I cleared my schedule to be available. This particular co ..read more

Our team specializes in relocation, so there are many times that we meet with buyers who have to see as many houses in one weekend as possible and make a decision on which home to buy quickly. One story that sticks out involves a couple that was relocating to Connecticut from the mid-west. This was their first home they had ever bought. The couple was staying with relatives and had only one weekend to see all of the houses available that fit their preferences and needs. Prior to their visit to Connecticut to view the available homes, I scheduled several phone calls to review the current marke ..read more

Our team specializes in relocation, so there are many times that we met with buyers who have to see as many houses in one weekend as possible and make a decision on which home to buy quickly. Once story that sticks out, but certainly is similar to many of my experiences, is a couple that was relocating to Connecticut from the mid-west. This was their first home they had ever bought. The couple was staying with relatives and had only one weekend to see all of the houses available that fit their preferences and needs. Prior to their visit to Connecticut to view the available homes, I scheduled ..read more

Sarah and Sam*, new to home-buying, met with me prior to buying their first house. They were just starting their search, not pre-approved to purchase a home and had no idea what the process entailed. I explained the entire home-buying process during our initial meeting and was able to show them several homes before they were ready to make an offer. Since they had not been pre-approved yet, I recommended a few lenders to them and so they could start the mortgage pre-approval process. Unfortunately we discovered that their credit was too low for them to qualify to buy a house at that time, but ..read more

Pay off as much dept and create an emergency fund Expand Determine what house price you can afford Expand Save for a down-payment and closing costs Expand Get pre-approved for a loan Expand Research neighborhoods that best fit your needs Expand The post First-time Home Buyer Tips appeared first on Tea Leaf Realty ..read more

Whether its museums, beaches, hiking, restaurants or beer, Connecticut has a great selection of attractions in every corner of the state. Many of our towns boast extremely high-rated school systems both K-12 as well as state and private universities. See below for some examples of what Connecticut has to offer besides being central to both Boston and New York Cities. Plant your roots where the options are plenty for both work and play. The post Top reasons why Connecticut is a great place to live appeared first on Tea Leaf Realty ..read more

How do you get top dollar for your home? Here are a few tips that will help you get your house ready to sell! Access these seller tips and find out what you can do to maximize your proceeds! Asbestos Disclaimers Home Selling Tip Expand Sellers can be a little confused when they are asked to sign an asbestos disclaimer. Asbestos is a known carcinogen, and when exposed, tiny particles can be released into the air you breathe. Asbestos is a common insulator used in many homes. It was used for for many other things including siding, tape wrapping for furnace air ducts, and in some "popcorn ..read more

Ann Leavitt Relocation Realtor Phone: (860) 243-1147 Specialties Buyer's agent Relocation Ann is a seasoned real estate relocation specialist with over 33 years of residential real estate experience. She is certified in physician relocation and helping first-time home buyers. A civic leader and organizer, she is President of the Board for Jubilee House, a leading not for profit organization serving the homeless.   The post Ann Leavitt | Relocation Realtor appeared first on Tea Leaf Realty ..read more

Mike Prunk Buyer's agent Mike is a realtor with Tea Leaf Realty. Born and raised in Farmington Connecticut, he has several years of customer service experience as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Fairfield University to back him up. Mike firmly believes that the journey to finding the right home can and should be a positive one, and will work as hard as possible to make sure that it is. The post Mike Prunk appeared first on Tea Leaf Realty ..read more

Krishna Dyapa Licensed Real Estate Agent Specialties: Buyer's agent Listing agent Relocation As a seasoned real estate professional, I understand that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it's a life-changing experience. That's why I am dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all of my clients. I take great pride in the relationships I build and always work relentlessly on the client's behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals. My philosophy is simple: Clients come first. I pledge to be in constant communication with my clients, keeping t ..read more