Selling Homes Should be Left to the ProfessionalsOver the last 2 years, as homes have been selling so quickly and values rising steadily, there are temptations for individuals to thank they don't need an agent to sell their home.They may be the case in some instance, but more often than not a homeowner will reach out to a professional agent and try to pick their brains as a way of shortening the process.I recently got a call from a homeowner seeking answers to some questions.They were forth coming enough to explain that they have a home listed on the Z platform for sale and have not gotten any responses. Their first question had to do with how much would it cost to sell the home. Priorities are a little skewed. I explained the process and why it needs to be a certain value. They kept as... 01/02/2024

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value November 2023Waterbury CT is the second largest town in New Haven County with a population of app115,000. It is 33 miles southwest of Hartford, 25 miles north of New Haven and 77 miles northwest of New York City. The larger factories that once dominated the Connecticut manufacturing economy are no longer in Waterbury, essentially changing form the brass mills they used for raw materials and converting to cheaper and lighter aluminum or plastic. Currently in Waterbury CT there are 63 active residential listings for sale. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from an 1,039 square ft, 3-bedroom REO colonial listed at $174,900 to a 1,215 square ft, 2-bedroom  cape listed at $750,000. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, ... 12/19/2023

December 2, 2023 Market Trends For Waterbury CT's West End Side, Zip 06708The 06708 Zip code encompasses the west side of Waterbury with 4 neighborhoods known as Brooklyn, Town Plot, Lower and Upper Bunker Hill. It is also the largest zip code in Waterbury. There are currently 27 active listings in the 06708 zip code with the average value of the homes for sale in Waterbury's 06708 zip code available for sale is $290,685 with average days in market of 43. There are also currently 14 properties under pending status and 16 properties under hard deposit contracts.For the first 11 months of this year there have been 239 closed listings in the 06708 zip code of Waterbury with an average sales price of $277,300 and average days on market of 38.  In addition, the closed properties sold at 101%... 12/02/2023

Friday Flags Visible from the Highway in Waterbury CTThe center of Waterbury CT is traversed by 2 highways and caution is necessary as there are always distractions.As one rounds a curve in the highway there sits the oldest hospital in Waterbury, St Marrys hospital. At the farthest end of the building is an island and center to that island is our flag.It stands tall with the adjacent flags of the State of CT and the company that operates the hospital.The bridge behind it is the roadway that traverses the highway at that section of roadway.I am happy that I found a few extra minutes to circle back and take the photo as the day was perfect for it.Friday Flags Visible from the Highway in Waterbury CT 12/01/2023

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value October 2023Waterbury CT is the second largest town in New Haven County with a population of app115,000. It is 33 miles southwest of Hartford, 25 miles north of New Haven and 77 miles northwest of New York City. The larger factories that once dominated the Connecticut manufacturing economy are no longer in Waterbury, essentially changing form the brass mills they used for raw materials and converting to cheaper and lighter aluminum or plastic. Currently in Waterbury CT there are 82 active residential listings for sale. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from an 1,116 square ft, 3-bedroom REO colonial listed at $89,900 to a 1,215 square ft, 2-bedroom  cape listed at $750,000. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06... 11/25/2023

Friday Flags A View from the Highway in ConnecticutWhile making a drive down a state highway, Route 8, I had an opportunity to take a photo of a flag that I don't normally see in full glory. The spot is close to the Waterbury/Naugatuck town line.This is a very large flag, sitting well above grade and it stands at the rear of a contractor's lot. Not for the people from the front roadway to see, but for all that pass that highway spot daily. He's letting his potential clients know that he is a proud American and just maybe it gets him a reward of business.Friday Flags A View from the Highway in Connecticut 11/17/2023

Market Trends For Waterbury CT's East End, Zip 06705 November 7,2023 The East End of Waterbury CT is highly residential and is also the preferred side of town for people that need to commute to Hartford. Many fine neighborhoods encompass the East End such as Fairlawn, Pierpont and East End.   There are currently 11 active listings in the 06705 zip code with the average value of the homes for sale in Waterbury's 06705 zip code available for sale is $249,218  with average days in market of 11. There are also currently 20 properties under deposit. For the first 10 months of this year there have been 140 closed listings in the 06705 zip code of Waterbury with an average sales price of $241,517 and average days on market of 39. The closed homes also sold at 103% of list so competition is fie... 11/07/2023

November  4, 2023 Market Trends For Waterbury CT's West End Side, Zip 06708The 06708 Zip code encompasses the west side of Waterbury with 4 neighborhoods known as Brooklyn, Town Plot, Lower and Upper Bunker Hill. It is also the largest zip code in Waterbury. There are currently 24 active listings in the 06708 zip code with the average value of the homes for sale in Waterbury's 06708 zip code available for sale is $296,195 with average days in market of 31. There are also currently 15 properties under pending status and 13 properties under hard deposit contracts.For the first 10 months of this year there have been 216 closed listings in the 06708 zip code of Waterbury with an average sales price of $271,511 and average days on market of 39.This suggests an absorption rate of 21 sales per... 11/04/2023

 Friday Flags: A Respect for the Atrocity in Lewiston, MEI understand the reasons for flying a flag at 'half mast' , but am also saddened as I understand that it is a call for respect for someone that has passed.This past week, the flag at the East Mountain Golf course, as well as many others at public buildings were flown at 'half mast, to honor those that were brutally shot in Lewistown, Me.The period of respect is typically seven days, and it is still a small token to the families that are affected by the deaths.The proper way to display the flag, is to place in on its lanyards and move it to the top of the pole, and then bring it down to half position. Likewise, when taking down the flag before dusk, it has to be raised to the top again and then brought down to be removed.I am alway... 11/03/2023

October Market Trends For Waterbury CT's West End Side, Zip 06708The 06708 Zip code encompasses the west side of Waterbury with 4 neighborhoods known as Brooklyn, Town Plot, Lower and Upper Bunker Hill. It is also the largest zip code in Waterbury. There are currently 21 active listings in the 06708 zip code with the average value of the homes for sale in Waterbury's 06708 zip code available for sale is $297,364 with average days in market of 30. There are also currently 16 properties under pending status and 25 properties under hard deposit contracts.For the first 9+ months of this year there have been 211 closed listings in the 06708 zip code of Waterbury with an average sales price of $269,834 and average days on market of 34.This suggests an absorption rate of 22 sales per month whi... 10/30/2023

Friday Flags at 'The Mountain" in Waterbury CTMaybe a bit redundant, but at times it just shows differently. While coming down the 18th fairway at the East Mountain golf course, (The Mountain) in Waterbury last Sunday morning, services at the Abbey of clean Fairways, the clubhouse and flag just seemed to be calling to me.We were in the last official tournament of the season, President's Cup with blue team against the red team. I was on blue, and we won 18 to 11.The wind was blowing and that only added to the view.The flag stayed at a billow until I got closer to take a better photoI do appreciate the special spirits that make these flags flutter just right so I can take my photos.Friday Flags at 'The Mountain" in Waterbury CT 10/20/2023

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value September 2023Waterbury CT is the second largest town in New Haven County with a population of app115,000. It is 33 miles southwest of Hartford, 25 miles north of New Haven and 77 miles northwest of New York City. The larger factories that once dominated the Connecticut manufacturing economy are no longer in Waterbury, essentially changing form the brass mills they used for raw materials and converting to cheaper and lighter aluminum or plastic. Currently in Waterbury CT there are 74 active residential listings for sale. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from an 985 square ft, 3-bedroom REO ranch listed at $105,400 to a 1,215 square ft, 2-bedroom  cape listed at $750,000. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 0670... 10/19/2023

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value August 2023Waterbury CT is the second largest town in New Haven County with a population of app115,000. It is 33 miles southwest of Hartford, 25 miles north of New Haven and 77 miles northwest of New York City. The larger factories that once dominated the Connecticut manufacturing economy are no longer in Waterbury, essentially changing form the brass mills they used for raw materials and converting to cheaper and lighter aluminum or plastic. Currently in Waterbury CT there are 64 active residential listings for sale. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from an 1,152 square ft, 3-bedroom REO colonial listed at $119,900 to a 1,215 square ft, 2-bedroom  cape listed at $750,000. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06... 09/14/2023

August Market Trends For Waterbury CT's West End Side, Zip 06708The 06708 Zip code encompasses the west side of Waterbury with 4 neighborhoods known as Brooklyn, Town Plot, Lower and Upper Bunker Hill. It is also the largest zip code in Waterbury. There are currently 21 active listings in the 06708 zip code with the average value of the homes for sale in Waterbury's 06708 zip code available for sale is $290,969 with average days in market of 43. There are also currently 28 properties under pending status and 27 properties under hard deposit contracts.For the first 8 months of this year there have been 163 closed listings in the 06708 zip code of Waterbury with an average sales price of $270,752 and average days on market of 35.This suggests an absorption rate of 20 sales per month which... 09/06/2023

Waterbury CT August 26, 2023 Housing Trends for Zip Code 06708The 06708 Zip code encompasses the west side of Waterbury with 4 neighborhoods known as Brooklyn, Town Plot, Lower and Upper Bunker Hill. It is also the largest zip code in Waterbury. There are currently 25 active listings in the 06708 zip code with the average value of the homes for sale in Waterbury's 06708 zip code available for sale is $285,198 with average days in market of 38.  This is up from the 17 active listings for the month of July.The 06708 Zip code of Waterbury, or West Side is a very active market for real estate.There are also currently 25 homes under pending/show status and 27 under hard deposit status. Through 8 months of this year, there have been 158 closed sales in this zip code with the average value of ... 08/26/2023

2023 Connecticut Sales Tax Free Week It's back to school time and with that is the shopping for back-to-school clothes and supplies.Highlights: This year will be Connecticut's 23rd Sales Tax Free Week. According to state statute, Sales Tax Free Week begins on the third Sunday of August and runs until the following Saturday. 2023 Sales Tax Free Week dates are Sunday, August 20, through Saturday, August 26, 2023.  Clothing or footwear when sold for less than $100 will be tax exempt. A detailed list of items can be found on the CT.Gov website. Safety apparel items are taxable even if sold for less than $100 during sales Tax Free Week. Shop early and take advantage of the savings.  2023 Connecticut Sales Tax Free Week  08/17/2023

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value July 2023Waterbury CT is the second largest town in New Haven County with a population of app115,000. It is 33 miles southwest of Hartford, 25 miles north of New Haven and 77 miles northwest of New York City. The larger factories that once dominated the Connecticut manufacturing economy are no longer in Waterbury, essentially changing form the brass mills they used for raw materials and converting to cheaper and lighter aluminum or plastic. Currently in Waterbury CT there are 67 active residential listings for sale. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from an 1,260 square ft, 3-bedroom REO cape listed at $99,900 to a 1,215 square ft, 2-bedroom  cape listed at $750,000. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06706, 06... 08/15/2023

Market Trends For Waterbury CT's East End, Zip 06705 August 2023 The East End of Waterbury CT is highly residential and is also the preferred side of town for people that need to commute to Hartford. Many fine neighborhoods encompass the East End such as Fairlawn, Pierpont and East End.   There are currently 8 active listings in the 06705-zip code with the average value of the homes for sale in Waterbury's 06705 zip code available for sale is $249,000 with average days in market of 28. There are also currently 31 properties under deposit. For the first 7 months of this year there have been 98 closed listings in the 06705-zip code of Waterbury with an average sales price of $239,518 and days on market of 36. The closed homes also sold at 103% of list so competition is fierce. The same pe... 08/01/2023

What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value June 2023Waterbury CT is the second largest town in New Haven County with a population of app115,000. It is 33 miles southwest of Hartford, 25 miles north of New Haven and 77 miles northwest of New York City. The larger factories that once dominated the Connecticut manufacturing economy are no longer in Waterbury, essentially changing form the brass mills they used for raw materials and converting to cheaper and lighter aluminum or plastic. Currently in Waterbury CT there are 66 active residential listings for sale. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from a 924 square ft, 2-bedroom ranch listed at $120,000 to a 1,526 square ft, 4-bedroom cape listed at $399,900. These listings are within the town zip codes of 06702, 06704, 06705, 06706, 06708, 0... 07/29/2023

Friday Flags in Waterbury CT Top of the HillAt the top of the western most hill in Waterbury Zip code 06708 is the Western Hills Golf Course.  It is a part of the Waterbury CT Parks system but has a restaurant with views of the hills and the course.Adjacent to the main building is a flagpole.On the day I was there, the breeze was constant, and I waited for a full breeze to unfurl the flag. I only noticed the cloud forming a base for the flag as I was getting to load it for the post.The course is a challenge, and I may return one day to see how I can fare on it.Friday Flags in Waterbury CT Top of the Hill  07/28/2023