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Do something nice for someone else if you're alone on Valentine's Day? If you find yourself alone on Valentine’s Day, why not do something nice for someone else in need? There are so many ways to spread love and kindness during the holiday season, and even if you don’t have a special someone to share it with, you can still make a difference in the lives of those around you. Here are just a few...

Depending on the circumstances of your case, it will determine whether you will need to hire a local realtor to give you an evaluation of your property, or if you will need to hire a local appraiser to provide you with a complete appraisal report of your property, in order to make the right decision. Planning to put your house on the market in 2023? It is essential to understand the current real estate...

Do you really know your credit score? Knowing your credit score is essential for managing your finances and planning for the future. Your credit score is a reflection of how banks, lenders, and other financial institutions view your ability to pay back debt; it is a key factor in determining whether or not you will be approved for loans, and what interest rate you...

If you’re moving to the Danbury area, you’ve probably already heard that, despite the high cost of living, it’s one of the best cities in the state. There are plenty of jobs, lots of green spaces, and friendly folks here in Fairfield County. Today’s tips can help you get settled into your new hometown.   Find a realtor. Anytime you’re moving to a new state (or even a new city) your...

Renting or buying a property in Connecticut is an important decision that should not be made without considering the facts. Homeownership is an attractive option for many, because they know that their mortgage payments will remain stable even in times of economic uncertainty. Renting can be burdensome if you're on a fixed income or have pets--and some landlords do not allow either! On the other hand,...

Are you looking for a church home in the Danbury area? You have come to the right place. Hi, my name is Mirna Chinchilla, and I am your local realtor in Danbury. We are introducing you to Saint Gregory church for Catholics Faith. You may like to visit  any Sunday. For Service hours, please check the link below. https://youtu.be/lXhIofhTeIo The beautiful sanctuary and friendly parishioners will make you...

 When you're looking for a home loan, some people turn to fix and flip loans. These types of loans are specifically set up for the purpose of fixing up a property and selling it again; they're meant to help make the process as smooth and easy as possible. If you're thinking that this type of loan sounds ideal for your needs, let's take a closer look at what it means, how it works, and how much you can...

I have done numerous renovations in an foreclosures properties in New Milford, Southbury, Danbury and Westport. In these cases, my clients were remodeling to sell the house. I have done full rehabs with new kitchen cabinets and countertops, flooring (wood or hardwood), new fixtures and vanities, install water heaters, gas lines for cook tops and stoves, installed electrical outlets throughout so that...

"The benefits of owning a home are not always the same as those of renting, and renting is not as simple as it might seem" There are a number of factors to consider when making a decision to purchase or lease a home. It is true that buying a house means you will have your own property. This means that it can also be considered an investment, however there are also restrictions such as the monthly...

As a major milestone in life, home ownership has long been associated with the "American dream". At the James A. Graaskamp Center for Real Estate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Mark Eppli believes that this is "embedded in how we think about real estate." While buying a house is a way to build generational wealth, many Millennials are opting out of the home ownership dream. Even though it seems...