Don't Miss it! Open House on 9/15/13 from 2-4PM at 135 Davis Hill Road, Weston CT for $749,000

A LOT of house for the money, nicely updated and extremely well maintained- absolutely nothing to do  but move right in!

Over 3,200 square feet, five bedrooms, three baths, two fireplaces, three decks, and miles of gorgeous views. Private two acre lot borders town property on the east, and Bridgeport Hydraulic property on the west. Be prepared to see it,  LOVE it, and then call it your own :)

Directions: Lyons Plains to Davis Hill

We are OPEN on 9/15/13 from 2-4PM

Contact Your Host Judy Szablak (203)257-5892

Listed by Gail Zawacki

Buying or Selling a Home in Fairfield County?  Contact us!

*** Get JUDY'S Exclusive BONUS For New HomeBuyers! ***

If you have a question about buying or selling Real Estate in  Fairfield County, and are in need of representation, I invite you to contact me. I know the market like the back of my hand, know marketing inside and out, am a skilled negotiator- and I'd love to be on your side :) - Judy

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www.CThomesAndRealEstate.com      www.TheCTrealtyBlog.com     www.TheCTRB.com    and   www.CTfeaturedHomes.com 

 Email us or  call Toll Free (855) GET-JUDY

Buy a Home in CT With Judy Szablak- Get a $500 Gift Certificate to Pottery Barn!

If you are in the market to buy a home in Westport, Weston, Fairfield or Easton- read on...

....and do you love Pottery Barn? Well, so do we, and we are happy to offer a $500 Gift Certificate for Pottery Barn when you buy a home with us throughout the rest of 2013. Not only that,  but  you can have a FREE in-home consultation by Pottery Barn's interior designer AND when you show proof of your new home purchase with me, you will receive an additional 10% off of your first purchase at the Westport store.

Are we excited about being your agent and finding you your next perfect home? Of course we are- that's why we are happy to do this for our clients!

Contact Judy by email, by phone, or come visit me at any one of my open houses, and let's get started . I'll find you a great new home, and show my appreciation when you close on your new home with a Pottery Barn gift card!

If you are currently under contract with another agent to represent you in your purchase, this is not intended as a solicitation.

Buying or Selling a Home in Fairfield County?  Contact us!

If you have a question about buying or selling Real Estate in  Fairfield County, and are in need of representation, I invite you to contact me. I know the market like the back of my hand, know marketing inside and out, am a skilled negotiator- and I'd love to be on your side :) - Judy

Search for properties on any of our sites, or get the very best visibility available for your home. Visit us online wherever you like:

www.CThomesAndRealEstate.com      www.TheCTrealtyBlog.com     www.TheCTRB.com    and   www.CTfeaturedHomes.com 

 Email us or  call Toll Free (855) GET-JUDY

Just $550,000! Open House on 20 Hickory Dr. Westport on 9/8/2013

Nicely remodeled and priced to sell, this 1,560 square foot ranch has a beautifully remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, ann tumbled marbel backsplash AND two remodeled and stunning full baths on the main level. One car garage, too. Priced to sell! See the Virtual Tour HERE  OR better yet, come visit our open house  on September 8, 2013 from 1PM-3:30PM

***PLUS*** A special unadvertised *Buyer* Bonus is through the end of September. Come and Find out what your closing gift will be at our open house.

Directions: Post Road East (Route 1) , Morningside Drive North, and left to Hickory. Follow signs.

Any questions? Call Judy (203) 257-5892

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The Featured Home of the Week is THIS WEEKEND"S FEATURED OPEN HOUSE- A 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home at 20 Hickory Drive, Westport  for just $550,000. See the virtual tour HERE 

 .....or better yet, call Judy to schedule an appointment to see it!

Buying or Selling a Home in Fairfield County?  Contact us!

If you have a question about buying or selling Real Estate in  Fairfield County, and are in need of representation, I invite you to contact me. I know the market like the back of my hand, know marketing inside and out, am a skilled negotiator- and I'd love to be on your side :) - Judy

Search for properties on any of our sites, or get the very best visibility available for your home. Visit us online wherever you like:

www.CThomesAndRealEstate.com      www.TheCTrealtyBlog.com     www.TheCTRB.com    and   www.CTfeaturedHomes.com 

 Email us or  call Toll Free (855) GET-JUDY

Connecticut Financing Update and Today's Mortgage Rates 9/7/13

Rates reach new 2 year high levels with the important jobs report to be released tomorrow.   The 10 year treasury is at 3.00%.  In recent months rates have been going higher and higher since early May.  Anyone looking to close within the next short term period then you might be better off locking into a rate as the rate climb seems to be an ongoing trend.

Today's Mortgage Rates

Conventional 30 year fixed          5%                  APR 5.057%

Conventional 15 year fixed          4%                  APR 4.094%

The above rates are based on a loan amount of $417,000 for a single family home, a borrower’s middle credit score of 780 and a 20% down payment.  If you would like a customized rate quote for your own specific loan scenario then please feel free to email me at nima@primeres.com or call me directly at 203.913.6016.

This is not an offer for extension of credit or a commitment to lend. All loans must satisfy company underwriting guidelines. Information and pricing are subject to change at any time and without notice. This is not an offer to enter into a rate lock agreement under any applicable law.

As a lending professional, Nima Rezvan meets a wide range of real estate lending needs, whether it be a first time purchase, second home purchase, or refinance. He welcomes the opportunity to serve your needs with quick and accurate real estate financing advice. With his expertise and knowledge, he will make sure you understand the features associated with the loan program you choose and that it meets your unique financial situation.

With more than 10 years of mortgage lending experience, Nima specializes in  Conventional Mortgages,  Jumbo Loan Financing, Refinance, First Time Home Buyers and Federal Housing Administration/Veterans' Administration (FHA/VA)

782 Clinton Avenue

Bridgeport, CT 06604

Phone: 203.913.6016

Email: nima@primeres.com

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The Featured Home of the Week is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home at 20 Hickory Drive, Westport  for just $550,000. See the virtual tour HERE

 .....or better yet, call Judy to schedule an appointment to see it!

Buying or Selling a Home in Fairfield County?  Contact us!

If you have a question about buying or selling Real Estate in  Fairfield County, and are in need of representation, I invite you to contact me. I know the market like the back of my hand, know marketing inside and out, am a skilled negotiator- and I'd love to be on your side :) - Judy

Search for properties on any of our sites, or get the very best visibility available for your home. Visit us online wherever you like:

www.CThomesAndRealEstate.com      www.TheCTrealtyBlog.com     www.TheCTRB.com    and   www.CTfeaturedHomes.com 

 Email us or  call Toll Free (855) GET-JUDY

Buyers and Sellers: How to Make the Most of a Small Kitchen

Many people complain about small kitchens but tiny spaces aren't always to be dreaded. If you're selling your home and your kitchen is, well, compact, know that you can find ways to achieve big appeal with a little creativity.

Bring in the light. Sometimes small kitchens can be dark, making them feel even smaller. But if you remove the curtains from any windows in your small kitchen, it'll let light in and open up the area. Instead of curtains, you can use small blinds that are recessed inside the frame of the window. These are easy to clean and still provide some privacy even when the blinds are open.

De-Clutter the counter tops and the walls. Most people have a tendency to let kitchen clutter build up on the counter tops and walls. Removing items from the counters, kitchen table, and even off the walls will make the space feel bigger. Yes, I know these items on the counters are useful but when you're selling your home, a little inconvenience may help you receive a higher offer and you'll probably agree, that's worth it! Take the appliances and either store them in the kitchen cabinets or, if there isn't enough room, pack them up. You're moving soon, anyway.

Clearing off photos and miscellaneous papers that are stuck on your refrigerator door or kitchen walls will also help make your kitchen look bigger. If you're tight for space, mounted storage units can be added to your kitchen walls to free up limited counter-top space. But again, too many storage units, even the decorative kind, will give people a feeling like the walls are closing in on them. The same goes for hanging pot racks from the ceiling. Be sure to leave some open wall space and to use storage units that aren't completely solid. The open units, if the shelves aren't stuffed, will give a less closed-in feeling.

Opt for lighter and brighter wall color. Going with lighter colors tends to open up a room. Light and bright colors are also very inviting and friendly, making them a perfect choice for the kitchen. You can use a darker accent trim to create some contrast. You can also use decorations including floral arrangements or even some colorful kitchen appliances to add spice to the kitchen.

Wall-mounted appliances and reduced counter-top depth. Wall-mounted or under-the-cabinets-mounted appliances can save valuable kitchen counter-top space. You might even have a way to wall-mount your kitchen faucet. In one small home design, the faucet was mounted to the wall, creating a very distinctive look. The counter-top was a standard 24 inches deep but elsewhere the counter-top was reduced just slightly down to 21 inches–very subtle and hardly noticeable but it allowed more floor space in a tiny kitchen. Small kitchens don't have to be an eyesore. Some even prefer less space because there's less to clean. If you know the audience you're marketing your home to, you can play up the home's best features–including, perhaps, a small, quaint, and simple kitchen.


Written by Phoebe Chongchua

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The Featured Home of the Week is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home at 20 Hickory Drive, Westport  for just $550,000. See the virtual tour HERE

 .....or better yet, call Judy to schedule an appointment to see it!

Buying or Selling a Home in Fairfield County?  Contact us!

If you have a question about buying or selling Real Estate in  Fairfield County, and are in need of representation, I invite you to contact me. I know the market like the back of my hand, know marketing inside and out, am a skilled negotiator- and I'd love to be on your side :) - Judy

Search for properties on any of our sites, or get the very best visibility available for your home. Visit us online wherever you like:

www.CThomesAndRealEstate.com      www.TheCTrealtyBlog.com     www.TheCTRB.com    and   www.CTfeaturedHomes.com 

 Email us or  call Toll Free (855) GET-JUDY