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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
An Update  Remember That You Work for Me!In looking at a post for this month's challenge I went into my archives to find the post that had received the most clicks. It was this post in 2013, that had gotten Featured and re-blogged a couple of times that seemed to resonate with so many fellow members at the time.I washed off a little dust and brought it back as some times we just forget ourselves.The buyers were anxious to make a spectacular deal and had I done what they requested, they would have lost the home of their dreams. In retrospect, I should have titled the post  Remember that I  Work With You Remember That You Work for Me!These were the words spoken to me by a client while we were reviewing the inspection report on their intended purchase. They wanted me to make a claim for cr...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
Waterbury CT December 2022 Housing Market 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 36 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 $280,006 with average days in market of 45. There are also currently 17 under pending/show status and 27 under hard deposit status. Through 11 months of this year, there have been 298 closed sales in this zip code with the average value of homes sold at $254,593 with days on market of 34. Through the same period of 2021 there were 397 closed listings in the 06708 zip code of Waterbury with an...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
November 2022 Market Trends For Waterbury CT's East End, Zip 06705 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 21 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 $249,979 with average days in market of 65. This represents a 1% increase in values over the previous month with slightly longer days on market, Also, there are also currently 34 properties under contract or hard deposit. For the year 2021 there were 235 closed listings in the 06705 zip code of Waterbury with an average sales price of $189,057 a...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
Debe Maxwell, CRS is hosting the ActiveRain Challenge the month titled "November 2022 Thanksgiving Gratitude Challenge".  This will be an easy challenge for me, because I have MUCH to have gratitude for.  For this challenge we get to write one blog per week for this month.  My first blog was about my beautiful granddaughter, and my second blog was about those who have given me encouragement and support in my career, and the third blog was for the gratitude I have for the sacrifices my parents made for me and my brothers and sisters, to have an opportunity for a better life.  This four blog is for the gratitude I have for being a part of sharing, caring and giving Church.I have attend the Meriden Church of Christ in Meriden, CT., since 1984, and in those 38+ years the Meriden Church of C...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
A Short Sale Completed in Waterbury ConnecticutWith the hot market of the past 2 years people have seemed unaware of their neighbors that have been in trouble with their mortgages. People have still been in trouble and life has not been the best for some. People still get sick; jobs are lost, and relationships may have been harder due to the Pandemic.One homeowner in Waterbury hit that perfect storm of problems, with a divorce and a lost revenue stream. Keeping up with the court ordered settlement funds left no room for paying the mortgage. There was an issue with the primary mortgage under water as well as a secondary HUD note from a previous loan modification.With the acceptance of the short sale, the seller was relieved of both notes with a waiver of deficiency for all obligations. T...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value October 2022Waterbury 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 meals they used for raw materials and converting to cheaper and lighter aluminum or plastic. Currently in Waterbury CT there are 101 active residential listings for sale, with 55 new listings being added in October. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from a 1,024 square ft, 2-bedroom townhouse style row house listed at $40,000 to a 3,238 square ft, 4-bedroom  cape listed at $825,000. These listing...
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By Green & Sklarz LLC, Connecticut's Firm for Business Law
(Green & Sklarz LLC)
As an estate planning attorney in New Haven, Connecticut, clients often come to me and say they want to avoid probate. This usually occurs after they have been through the probate process for a parent or other family member and have learned the hard way just how much of a nightmare it can be.  Fortunately, with proper planning, much of the probate process can be simplified or avoided entirely with the use of trusts. In Connecticut, the probate process is used to settle estates and transfer a decedent’s property. The use of a will does not avoid going through the probate court. To the contrary, if the decedent had a will, the will must be “probated” through the probate court.  Some people make the mistake of thinking that titling their assets jointly will solve the problem. While holding...
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By Green & Sklarz LLC, Connecticut's Firm for Business Law
(Green & Sklarz LLC)
I am an estate administration legal assistant in New Haven, Connecticut, and frequently help clients probate estates. In my last post I provided an overview of the probate process. This may have compelled some of you to start thinking about whether you need to retain a probate attorney. If you have been appointed the fiduciary of an estate, navigating the probate process alone can be particularly difficult after just losing a loved one, as well as stressful and time consuming. As a fiduciary the probate process can become even more complicated if the decedent owned numerous assets, and by the involvement of potential creditors and possible disputes with beneficiaries. If you have decided that retaining a probate attorney is the right decision for you, successful planning for your first ...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
The Fall Colors Are DONE In Central CT, Week 5It had to end at some point, and with the rain and the wind we had earlier in the week, the peak is gone and with it went most of the color to the trees.I have been showing the progression of the colors on our par 3 fifth hole.On October 1 we had very little in color surrounding the green.A week later on October 9, it was starting to show shades of yellow and red.October 16 showed that we were definitely getting to the cusp of peak in color surrounding that same green.On October 22 it was very distracting for the wind blowing the leaves, and the colors around the hole.On October 29, it was a mixture of leaves trying to hang on and the barren limbs lost of all color,Looking backwards towards the tee it was very similar and if a ball wasn't hi...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
Friday Flags A Double Flurry in Prospect CTI search the landscape each week to try and find our flag waving in tph breeze. Most days there is very little if any breeze and harder to even find a flag in front of a business.This week, in particular, as the state continues to honor the memory of the 2 police officers senselessly killed 2 weeks ago, I found a business that had multiple flagpoles and on the main pole, the American flag, and a second one with darker stripes and colors.The police flag also known as the thin blue line is a representation of the brave men and women that stand between, we citizens, and the people that are trying to do us harm. They are our safety wall and are there to sacrifice themselves at any cost.While we appreciate the US flag, a vast majority of us also app...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
The Fall Colors Are Here In Central CT, Week 4As we head into the last days of October, the colors are truly, showing and with the drop in temps and wind, the trees will be shedding the foliage quickly.I have been showing the progression of the colors on our par 3 fifth hole.On October 1 we had very little in color surrounding the green.On October 9, it was starting to show shades of yellow and red.Coming up to October 16 we are definitely getting to the cusp of peak in color surrounding the green.This morning it was very distracting for the wind blowing the leaves, and the colors around the hole.From the tee, the hole was bright.And looking back at the tee from the green was just as impressive.We are very reaching peak and then the dark side of autumn with the onset of winter starts.Th...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
What’s My Waterbury CT Home’s Value September 2022Waterbury 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 meals they used for raw materials and converting to cheaper and lighter aluminum or plastic. Currently in Waterbury CT there are 118 active residential listings for sale, with 51 new listings being added in September. The homes for sale in Waterbury CT range from a 1,024 square ft, 2-bedroom townhouse style row house listed at $40,000 to a 3,258 square ft, 4-bedroom cape listed at $825,000. These list...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
The Fall Colors Are Here In Central CT, Week 3It is deep into our fall colors and every drive is filled with a colorful roadway, or in the case of the photos I've selected, fairways.The photo above was our 5th green at the end of September, very little in color.The photo below was the week after, 10/09.And a week later we have the photo below.The color is bright and very much advanced from a week previous. The photo below is from the green looking back to the tee.I also tool a couple of extra shots of the treelined fairways. There are a lot of colors to distract this time of year, as well as leaves on the ground that make the balls hard to find. Then there's this maple tree that can't decide which color it wants to stay.We are very close to peak and then the dark side of autumn with the...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
Prospect CT Pumpkin Festival Oct 15, 2022It's time again for the Prospect CT Pumpkin Festival, 18 version. Saturday October 15, from 4-8 PM on the Town Green.Again, this year, the town will sponsor a challenge for the elementary school children to decorate a pumpkin to be judged for style and originality.To highlight the challenge there is an all-afternoon day party on the center green with all manner of activities. There will be music for the ears, a competition for rolling hay balls, with $500 in prize Money, A maze made from burlap fencing and the rows upon rows of judged pumpkins There may even be Dancin' in the streets, blocked off of course.There will be a parade of decorated vehicles, a Haunted House, hayrides, a costume parade, and a good time for all.In the event of rain, the f...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
The Fall Colors are Trying to Come Out in Central CT, Part 2There is no doubt that we are into the fall season and this morning we had our first frost. The colors on the trees are starting to really come out.Last week, the colors surrounding the fifth green were just starting to show.A weel later we really have a burst of color as well as a more bright and sunny day, albeit a little brisk at 40 degrees. The colors are very noticeable along the roadways but it's hard to take a photo and drive at take a photo at the same time. I would not be surprised if we are closer to peak next week.I guess I'll just have to take a walk past that same green next week.The Fall Colors are Trying to Come Out in Central CT, Part 2
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
Friday Flags:  Hotchkiss Field Prospect CTThe past week was a strange week for weather as we went through the remnants of Tropic Storm Ian. As I was driving though the center of Prospect CT, I glanced to my right and saw the wind working the flag at the rear of Hotchkiss Field Hotchkiss Field is the largest park in town, and it is a multi-purpose play area with all seasonal activities available.  There are the basketball courts tennis courts, running track, soccer pitches, ball fields, and even the ice-skating area.The Field of Dreams play-scape and is a wonderful play area for younger kids.Friday Flags:  Hotchkiss Field Prospect CT
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
What Happened in The Prospect CT Real Estate Market Prospect September 2022?   Prospect CT is a town of App 10,000 residents located in New Haven County. It is bordered by Waterbury, Cheshire, Naugatuck and Bethany.  One noted by Money Magazine as one of the top 300 towns in the Nation, it has since adopted the title of Best small town in CT.It serves as a predominately residential community whose residents commute to the nearby towns.  It has a well recognized Regional school system shared with Beacon Falls CT.  It is also recognized as a well managed town with taxes under control.  Search for homes in Prospect CTCurrently in Prospect CT there are 17 active residential listings for sale, with 3 new listings added in September . The homes for sale in Prospect CT range from a 1,226 squar...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
October 2022 Market Trends For Waterbury CT's East End, Zip 06705 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 20 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 $253,035  with average days in market of 60. There are also currently 44 properties under contract or hard deposit. For the year 2021 there were 235 closed listings in the 06705 zip code of Waterbury with an average sales price of $189,057 and days on market of 36. Through the current period of 2022, there have been 165 closings with an average s...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
The Fall Colors are Trying to Come Out in Central CTAs I was making my way across the fairways over the weekend, I noticed hints f the trees getting ready to offer up their colors. There were hints of color coming from the oak tree at the back of this green. Unfortunately, the day was overcast, courtesy of Ian's tail, but I am hoping that when we get a sunny day, it will show much better.I have a view in mind that always impresses with colors and will try to do a modified presession just not to steal any of George Souto  thunder.The Fall Colors are Trying to Come Out in Central CT
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
Friday Flags at a Waterbury CT CemeteryI was going into a cemetery in Waterbury CT to give a few moments of respect for a family member on what would have been their birthday. Directly across from my stop was a flag flying proudly in the breeze.The flag was billowing and against the backdrop of the tree with the onset of fall colors it just sparkled.The flag stood over a memorial to deceased Veterans not only in the cometary but also the town.What made it dear to me is it stood across the driveway from the grave of a highly decorated WW2 veteran I came to visit.Friday Flags at a Waterbury CT Cemetery  
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
What Happened in The Prospect CT Real Estate Market Prospect August 2022?   Prospect CT is a town of App 10,000 residents located in New Haven County. It is bordered by Waterbury, Cheshire, Naugatuck and Bethany.  One noted by Money Magazine as one of the top 300 towns in the Nation, it has since adopted the title of Best small town in CT.It serves as a predominately residential community whose residents commute to the nearby towns.  It has a well recognized Regional school system shared with Beacon Falls CT.  It is also recognized as a well-managed town with taxes under control.  Search for homes in Prospect CTCurrently in Prospect CT there are 16 active residential listings for sale, with 4 new listings added in August . The homes for sale in Prospect CT range from a 1,226 square ft, ...
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
The Fall Colors are Starting in Central CTWe have transitioned into the season of color known as Fall. Very quickly the trees will start their changes and fall foliage will be all around us here in Connecticut.As I was walking with a client I noticed a spray of color at the base of an oak tree.From a distance it looked like a cluster of mini pumpkins, but as I got closer it was a mushroom cluster and a color I had not seen before.While they may look very tempting, i do know that the only mushrooms I would eat come in bags from the local grocery.Other colors will come soon, and I will share them as well.The Fall Colors are Starting in Central CT 
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By Ed Silva, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
Veterans Memorial in Prospect CT  Friday FlagsWe have a brisk Autumn like day in Prospect T this day and as I drove [assed the town center I took a detour onto the Green are of the town.The flag in the center of the square was flowing in the autumn breeze. It stands adjacent to the Veteran's Memorial on the green.The original monument was dedicated in 1907 and has the names of the locals that fought in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, as well as Worl War 1The smaller monument at the front of the fenced area was dedicated in 1977 and honors the fallen residents in World War II, as well as the Korean conflict and Viet Nam.As mankind tends to repeat it's errors, there will most likely be another memorial at some point in the future dedicated to the fallen in other areas of the world as we...
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