For Sale! 32 Silkey Rd, North Granby CT @ $275k!

"The home boasts Central Air, a fireplace, large bedrooms, newer garage doors, master with full bath, hardwood floors, spacious living room and family room. A tranquil setting on 11 acres yet still close to amenities and convenient to Hartford or Springfield MA. "

Read more here:
https://32silkeyrd.thebestlisting.com/

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Some Highlights:

• Existing Home Sales are currently at an annual pace of 5.46 million.
• The inventory of existing homes for sale remains below the 6 months needed for a normal market and is now at a 3.9-month supply.
• Inventory remains low due to high demand from buyers who are still looking for a house to buy!

SOURCE KCM
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For Sale! 33 Canal St, Weatogue, CT @ $515k!

"Great opportunity with this high visibility mixed use property set conveniently in Simsbury. First floor is currently a pediatrician office. Attractive well kept building with large front porch/entrance, plenty of parking, 3 car detached garage, and newer roof. "

Read more here:
https://33canalst.thebestlisting.com/

​#ForSale #CanalSt #SimardRealtyGroup #SellingCT #SimardRealtyGroup

When selling your house, there are a few key things you can prioritize to have the greatest impact for a faster sale:

1. Make Buyers Feel at Home
Declutter your home! Pack away all personal items like pictures, awards, and sentimental belongings. Make buyers feel like they belong in the house. According to the 2019 Profile of Home Staging by the National Association of Realtors, “83% of buyers’ agents said staging a home made it easier for a buyer to visualize the property as a future home.”

Not only will your house spend less time on the market, but the same report mentioned that, “One-quarter of buyers’ agents said that staging a home increased the dollar value offered between 1 – 5%, compared to other similar homes on the market that were not staged.”

2. Keep It Organized
Since you took the time to declutter, keep it organized. Before buyers arrive, pick up toys, make the bed, and put away clean dishes. According to the same report, the kitchen is one of the most important rooms to stage in order to attract more buyers. Put out a scented candle or some cookies fresh from the oven. Buyers will remember the smell of your home.

3. Price It Right
More inventory coming into the market guarantees there will be some competition. You want to make sure your home is noticed. A key to selling your house is ensuring it is Priced to Sell Immediately (PTSI). This means you’ll be driving more traffic to your property, and ultimately creating more interest in your home.

4. Give Buyers Full Access
One of the top four elements when selling your home is access. If your home is available anytime, that opens up more opportunity to find a buyer right away. Some buyers, especially those relocating, don’t have much time available. If they cannot get into the house, they will move on to the next one.

Bottom Line
​If you want to sell your home in the least amount of time at the best price with as little hassle as possible, reach out to a local real estate professional to find out what you need to do to sell your home as quickly as possible.

SOURCE KCM
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For Sale! 37 Salmon Brook St, Granby, CT @ $219,999!

"Come see this value priced cape set on an open 1.6 acre level lot. Inside find a generous sized eat in kitchen with center island, pantry, bay window, and ample cabinet space. Hardwood floors throughout. Newer roof, vinyl siding, & energy efficient windows. "

Read more property info here:
https://37salmonbrookst.thebestlisting.com/

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There are great advantages to owning a home, yet many people continue to rent. The financial benefits are just some of the reasons why homeownership has been a part of the long-standing American dream.

Realtor.com reported that:
“Buying remains the more attractive option in the long term – that remains the American dream, and it’s true in many markets where renting has become really the shortsighted option…as people get more savings in their pockets, buying becomes the better option.”

Why is owning a home financially better than renting?Here are the top 5 financial benefits of homeownership:

1. Homeownership is a form of forced savings.
2. Homeownership provides tax savings.
3. Homeownership allows you to lock in your monthly housing cost.
4. Buying a home is less expensive than renting.
5. No other investment lets you live inside of it.

Studies have also shown that a homeowner’s net worth is 44x greater than that of a renter.
A family that purchased a median-priced home at the start of 2019 would build more than
$37,750 in family wealth over the next five years with projected price appreciation alone.

Some argue that renting eliminates the cost of taxes and home repairs, but every potential renter must realize that all the expenses the landlord incurs are already baked into the rent payment – along with a profit margin!

Bottom Line
Owning a home has many social and financial benefits that cannot be achieved by renting. Reach out to a Real Estate Professional to determine if buying a home is your best move.

SOURCE KCM
#RentVSBuy #HomeOwnership #SimardRealtyGroup #eXpRealty

Price Reduced for ​13 N Pond Rd, Southwick, MA now @ $239k!

Unique opportunity to build your dream home on North Pond! Enjoy epic views from this elevated .82 acre lot. Over 170 feet of shoreline frontage on North Pond (Congamond Lakes) can now be yours. Allows for water sports of all kinds as well as great fishing. 

Visit this link for more info and photos of this amazing property:
https://13npondrd.worldsbestlisting.com/

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Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to list their houses. Similarly, others who already have their homes on the market remove their listings until the spring. Let’s unpack the top reasons why listing your house now or keeping it on the market this winter may be the best choice you can make.
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Here are seven great reasons not to wait:

1. Relocation buyers are out there now. Many companies are still hiring throughout the holidays, and they need their new employees to start as soon as possible.
2. Purchasers who are looking for homes during the holidays are serious buyers and are ready to buy now.
3. You can restrict the showings on your home to days and times that are most convenient for you. You will remain in control.
4. Homes show better when decorated for the holidays.
5. There is minimal competition for you as a seller right now. Over the past few months we’ve seen the supply of homes for sale decreasing year-over-year, as shown in the graph below:

1. The desire to own a home doesn’t stop during the holidays. Buyers who were unable to find their dream homes during the busy spring and summer months are still searching, and your home may be the answer.
2. Late fall and early winter make up the “sweet spot” for sellers. The supply of listings increases substantially after the holidays. Also, in many parts of the country, new construction will continue to surge and reach new heights in 2020, which will lessen the demand for your house next year.

Bottom Line 
It may make the most sense to list your home this holiday season. Reach out to a local real estate professional to determine if selling now is your best move.

SOURCE KCM
#FirstTimeHomeBuyers #MoveUpBuyers #SimardRealtyGroup #eXpRealty

​Some Highlights:

• With interest rates around 3.66%, now is a great time to look back at where they’ve been over the past few decades. Comparatively, they’re pretty low!
• According to Freddie Mac, rates are projected to increase to 3.9% by this time next year.
• The impact your interest rate has on your monthly mortgage payment is significant. An increase of just $20 dollars in your monthly payment can add up to $240 per year and $7,200 over the life of your loan.
• Maybe it’s time to lock in now, while rates are still historically low.

SOURCE KCM
#Infographics #InterestRates #ForBuyers #SimardRealtyGroup #eXpRealty