Barbara Altieri CT Real Estate Blog
Barbara Altieri, CT REALTOR®, serving Fairfield County CT and surrounding areas.
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2011
Selling Your Home in CT? How to Calculate the CT Conveyance TaxThe other day a prospective seller asked me to go over his expense sheet to get a ball park idea of what he might net if he sold his home in Shelton, CT. When I looked at it, what was right at the top as the number one cost? Yes, re...
07/28/2011
Once Bitten…Twice Shy ~ Treating and Avoiding Insect BitesA few evenings ago I was hanging out on my deck about 10 p.m. and just enjoying the still very warm night air without the blazing sun and excessive high temperatures.Little did I know I was getting bitten by some unknown, stealth bug as I ...
07/26/2011
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Once a homeowner faces reality and makes the decision to pursue a short sale, the VERY next thing that should be done is to find an experienced short sale agent who understands the process and can provide expert guidance. Activerain associate Tni LeBlanc outlines the top five mistakes short selle...
07/21/2011
It’s been crazy hot here in CT the last few days with a few more scorchers coming up. I’ve been in NY twice the last few days and have had to park my car both times for several hours in the hot sun. Just walking to my car from a distance and thinking about how hot it was going to be inside when ...
07/21/2011
The Time is Ripe to Pick Blueberries at Jones Family Farms in Shelton CTHot weather and blueberry picking go hand in hand or hand in basket. It's time to get out to Jones Family Farms in Shelton CT to pick fresh blueberries from their Valley Farm or Pumpkinseed Hill Farm. On the day you decide...
07/18/2011
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Many homeowners mistakenly think they will get a 100% return on remodeling projects like renovating a kitchen or finishing a basement. George Souto, McCue Mortgage loan officer, has provided this helpful chart showing the return on investment dollars. Take a look at the number one return on val...
07/16/2011
How To Rent A House or Condo In Fairfield County CTAgain and again I am confronted with individuals who are SO disappointed the house or condo rental they are interested in is under deposit or already rented. Many times renters contact me to see a Fairfield county rental, they can’t go out to s...
07/12/2011
How To Share a Property Listing on Facebook With the Property SellerInternet marketing of a property listing is vital for getting the property in front of online buyers. After all, about 90% of home buyers begin their search online.Facebook is just one of the many venues an agent can use to mark...
07/09/2011
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Fairfield County CT Mill Rates ~ Greater Bridgeport Area ~ How Are Property Taxes Calculated in CT? In Connecticut, property tax rates are expressed in mills, or thousandths of a dollar. A property tax rate of 18.57 mills (or .01857 as a decimal) results in the payment of $18.57 for each $1...
07/08/2011
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Barbara Altieri | (203) 656-4993 333 Vincellette Street #73, Bridgeport, CT Clean and bright ranch style condo in private location close to bus, highways, shopping. Heat/hot water incl. in common charges 2BR/1+1BA Condo offered at $115,000 Year Built 1968 Sq Footage 1,184 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 ...
07/07/2011
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Author Bio: Barbara Altieri, CT REALTOR®, helps Fairfield and New Haven County buyers and sellers successfully navigate through a real estate transaction. A proven sales and marketing professional, Barbara provides exceptional customer service and market knowledge. Call 203-520-6930 to discuss your needs and housing dreams.
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