What’s My Cheshire CT Home Worth, Market Statistics for April 2016  Currently in Cheshire CT there are 247 active residential listings for sale. They range from a 1,144 square ft, 2-bedroom ranch listed at $125,000 to a 5,500 square ft, 4-bedroom colonial listed at $1,500,000. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Cheshire CT is $450,207. The average days on market for these homes is 109 days. For the month of April, there were 78 new homes listed for sale in Cheshire CT. Search for Homes in Cheshire CT There are currently 20 homes under contract in Cheshire CT, seven (7) of which went under contract in April. The average list price for the homes under contract is $468,326 with average days on market of 85 days.   In April 2016, 16 homes closed in Cheshire ... 05/17/2016

Open House in Prospect CT Sunday June 26 from 1 PM to 3 PM6 Blue Trail Dr, Prospect CTMLS#  N10123946     Priced at $287,000 A 3 Bedroom Split  ready for the family that wants comfort and space. Master bedroom with private bath; family areas for the kids; in-ground pool; living room with fireplace; large heated Florida room.  Hardwood flooring under carpeting;  back-up generator system; detached garage storage;  large level lot;  convenient to services;  nice location for kids.Open House in Prospect CT Sunday June 26 from 1 PM to 3 PM6 Blue Trail Dr, Prospect CTMLS#  N10123946     Priced at $287,000 Open House in Prospect CT Sunday June 26 from 1 PM to 3 PM 05/12/2016

 For the 24rd year, postal carriers will be delivering mail and hopefully bringing back to their offices more than they deliver.  Saturday, May 14 is the one day of the year when a mailbox can be used for something other than a delivery. It will be the pick-up point to collect non-perishable food items for local food banks. Those willing to help should just collect non-perishable food items, such as canned meats, soups, juice vegetables, or boxed pasta, rice and cereals. Items that have expired or are in glass containers should not be donated. Place their items in bags, near their mailbox, and the letter carriers will see that they are delivered to the local food pantries.  Although not expressed, it’s also possible to deliver their donations to the local postal branch for collection as... 05/12/2016

What’s Happening in The Prospect CT Real Estate Market April 2016?   Search for Homes in Prospect CTCurrently in Prospect CT there are 60 active residential listings for sale, with 15 new listings being added in April. The homes for sale in Prospect CT range from a 720 square ft, 2-bedroom mobile home, listed at $16,900 to a 3,721 square ft, 3-bedroom colonial listed at $599,000. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Prospect CT is $281,222. The average days on market for these homes are 119 days. In addition, there are currently 3 homes under contract in Prospect CT. In April 2016, 7 homes closed in Prospect CT. The homes that sold in Prospect CT ranged from a 938 square ft, 3-bedroom mobile home, which sold for $36,000, to a 1,731 square foot, 2-bedroom c... 05/11/2016

There is a connection between a mother and her children that defies definition. It reaches past the sense of logic and no matter how many times a harsh remark from a developing child may cut, it is a bond that knows no limit and is almost impossible to destroy. If times are tight, a mother will go without so that her children will. I once heard a line that went, the Children never knew the chicken had bones until mother died. Kids will break their hearts and cause many a tear, but they will not darken that light that shines in her eyes when she looks at them.A Mother will feel every pain her children have as if it was inflicted on her as well. A Mother will try to ease the burdens even though an obstinate child will insist that it needs to be done their way, even if blatantly wrong.I wi... 05/07/2016

I had the opportunity to work in the yard today, and as I was finishing up the lawn, I just had to step back and appreciate the spring  flowers in the yard. At the bottom of the driveway, the flox is in bloom in the lower garden and the daffodils are still hanging strong even though it's been a little cooler than  we would like. Along the driveway the tulips are scarce.  The squirrels must have been busy after the bulbs, and the astilbe is starting to pick up. The buds are out on the azaleas and the laurels as well. Of course there are some flowers in the yard that are not going to be around very long, and their appearance is never appreciated They were gone quickly, as they spread way too quickly. It's Colorful in our Yard in Prospect CT       04/27/2016

 Technology can be a wonderful thing. It has given us so many advances over the last 20 years to make life easier. In our real estate world the advances have made the work easier with all at or fingertips, literally.Today I had an appointment to show one of my listings. As the prospective client entered the home, she said she had to make a call and excused herself.  She came back with her phone and told me she was going to walk her mother through the home, using the Skype app on her Iphone.  For 45 minutes, she walked thought the rooms, asking questions, changing directions as requested, as if the prospective buyer was in the room and not in Northern Virginia.At the end of the showing came a period of questions relative to pricing, time for occupancy, etc. A request was made for some ad... 04/17/2016

Everyone knows the story of the Little Train that could or even the song High Hopes and the ant that wanted to move the rubber tree plant .  In the end they succeeded, and all was well.  Not all efforts are rewarded however.Let me back up and properly set the story up.  We have a sun room in our house that my wife has made into her own indoor garden.  It looks out on the yard and on some mornings it is just a pleasant place to sit, drink a cup of coffee and just relax.Evidently, it also looks appealing from the outside looking in, especially when the green outside is slow to appear. Such is the case with a large robin that will sit on the lilac bush just outside the room and peer into the room.  Something inside definitely has aught it's attention.  Maybe the Christmas poinsettia that h... 04/13/2016

Saturday, April 16, the Town of Prospect CT will once again sponsor their annual fishing derby at the pond at McGrath Park, behind town hall. This past year, the pond was drained and cleaned out of all the weeds and deepened so it will make for a better day for the kids as well as the other anglers later. The weather should be ideal and as there have been a few people enjoying the fishing so far this spring, it should be ready for the kids.Cone on out and watch the joy on their faces as they pull on those poles. Children's Fishing Derby in Prospect CT April 16, 2016  04/13/2016

A 3 bedroom split level home for sale ideal for a young family.   Located at 6 Blue Trail Drive, Prospect CT 06712MLS# N10123946,  Price $310,000  Heated sunroom that opens onto a lively in-ground pool, and a well maintained level yard for the kids to play. Eat-in kitchen as well as a dining area;Stone-faced fireplace in living room;Finished lower level family room as well as a bonus area for an office;Master bedroom with private bath;Mature plantings and flower beds for summers' pleasures;Back-up generator;Hardwood flooring under carpeting. 580 Sq Ft additional living space in Lower level family areas    This home is located in a fine residential neighborhood of similar styled and maintained homes.Call for a private viewing today to 203-206-0754 A 3 bedroom split level home for sale id... 04/12/2016

What’s Happening in The Prospect CT Real Estate Market March 2016?   Currently in Prospect CT there are 50 active residential listings for sale, with 11 new listings being added in March. The homes for sale in Prospect CT range from a 720 square ft, 2-bedroom mobile home, listed at $16,900 to a 3,121 square ft, 4-bedroom colonial listed at $550,000. The average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Prospect CT is $269,760. The average days on market for these homes are 126 days. In addition, there are currently 5 homes under contract in Prospect CT. In March 2016, 8 homes closed in Prospect CT. The homes that sold in Prospect CT ranged from a 1,236 square ft, 2-bedroom ranch, which sold for $150,000, to a 2,268 square foot, 3-bedroom colonial which sold for $310,00. Th... 04/10/2016

How to Make A Productive Day FizzleIt was going to be a great day. I had inspections to set up for a buyer which I got done. Then another client was getting the final documentation gathered so that they could head to their appointment for last review and mortgage commitment. A check with the lawyer for a closing that was talking place this afternoon. I wasn't going to attend as it was just too far away.  Gather up my papers as I wasn't going to be home for a few hours and hustle out to the garage to get to a dental cleaning.  And then it all fell apart.Battery dead on the car and no one around to help. Call the dentist and cancel the appointment. Contact AAA and then wait. They couldn't install the battery they had brought as the alternator was not reading right. They did start the car,... 04/08/2016

Our Obligation is to Inform and ProtectAt a listing presentation recently, there were a few statements made by the owner that had me cringing internally as the owners had not been treated very well by the agent that sold them their house.They bought their home over 20 years ago and for sure the regulations were not the same then as they are today. I could not speak to the regulations or procedures that may have been in place then. There is no question that there was a time when real estate agents had a bad reputation and were looked at much the same way as the peddlers of the early 19th century would have been as well. While there were no cases of snake oil in the trunks of the car, it is conceivable that some of the descriptions or issues that should have been discussed were less than ... 04/05/2016

April 2, 2016 was International Pillow Fight Day, and I found out too late.  I received an email early in the day but as I had clients I didn't really get a chance to read it until later in the evening. It is a large happening with organized fights all over the world, and the rules that keep it as fun .Obviously the people on the photo didn't read the rules, no down pillows.  I mentioned it to my wife after I realized what I had missed, but the look I got suggested I sit down and finish reading blog posts.  Oh well, there's always next year.y 04/03/2016

When is the Best Time to Put a Home on the Market in Prospect CTThis is a question that is asked constantly, not only here in Prospect CT, but all over the state and country as home owners look to get their home listed to sell and want to be on the front end of the sales curve. Regretfully, there is not a single specific date that could be considered the kick-off date for sellers to list. Homes are put into the system to sell almost every day of the year with few exceptions. There are very few situations that are so similar as to warrant a special time to list their homes to sell. People needing to re-locate need to list so as to move on with their careers. Couples needing to accommodate a growing family, or even the return of once gone family members or even elderly parents; distressed... 04/02/2016

Easter Sunday in the Christian religion is the most important day for Christians.  It signifies the Resurrection of our Lord, and represents the hope for Eternal life. Easter will be celebrated with special church services and new clothes for many as well. A true indication of new.Hopefully all that celebrate Easter will have a special day and for those that are not of the faith, your day will be filled with a little extra sunshine today as well.   03/26/2016

The Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, March 26, 2016 on the Prospect Town Green. The Hunt will start at 11:00 am Sharp and is for children in grades Pre-School through 5th. These areas will be marked on the day of the hunt. In the event of inclement weather, candy will be passed out in bags.  LAYOUT OF EGG HUNT PER GRADE PRE-SCHOOL THROUGH KINDERGARTEN - Town Green Soldier's Monument 1ST, 2ND, 3RD GRADES - Left Hand Side of The Grange Building 4TH AND 5TH GRADES - Front of Library        Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Prospect CT   03/25/2016

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Prospect CT Volunteer Fire Dept will hold their Easter flower sale at the fore house on New Haven Rd (Rt 69) on Good Friday, from 9 to 4 and again on Sat. On Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM, there will be Amber Alert registration for children under the age of 18,  The first card is free; extra cards are available for a small fee.Also on Saturday, lunch can be enjoyed with the Easter bunny at the firehouse from 11 AM to 1 PM.  Cost is $5.Come out to support the Ladies Auxiliary and all the good deeds they do. Easter Flowers for Sale at the Prospect CT Fire House 03/24/2016

As I was approaching a home on Friday afternoon for a final walk through prior to closing, I was pleased to see sprouts and colors representative of spring.The daffodils were starting to bloom, as were the crocus.  Large clusters of tulips were jumping out of the ground promising flowers maybe within the week.  We have not ha a very bad winter, but regardless the colors were much appreciated. Hopefully the storm that is coming our way will bypass us and we won't get the 8 inches of snow they are projecting. It's Starting to Look Like Spring in Connecticut  03/19/2016

What’s Happening in The Prospect CT Real Estate Market February 2016?   Currently in Prospect CT there are 50 active residential listings for sale, with 13 new listings being added in February. The homes for sale in Prospect CT range from a 720 square ft, 2-bedroom mobile home, listed at $23,900 to a 3,121 square ft, 4-bedroom colonial listed at $550,000.  Search for Homes in Prospect CTThe average list price of the homes currently available for sale in Prospect CT is $259,916. The average days on market for these homes are 138 days. In addition, there are currently 7 homes under contract in Prospect CT. In February 2016, 3 homes closed in Prospect CT. The homes that sold in Prospect CT were a 1,926 square ft, 3-bedroom ranch, which sold for $180,000, a 2,200 square foot, 3-bedroom spli... 03/03/2016