The Lofts on Lafayette- It's Connecticut's Little Bit of SoHo!

In a word, "HIP". The storied SoHo artsy district loft townhouses of NYC have just met their match in the affordable Park City!

"The Lofts" are just one hour away from Grand Central Terminal, and there  much history behind these brick buildings that were originally built in 1890. Nine buildings that comprised the Warnaco garment factory now are now home to  140 condominium units, and this particular townhome is one of only five of the largest and most exclusive in the entire gated community.

Rebuilt and meticulously  reconstructed for residential use beginning in 2004, a wealth of charm is immediately evident, and  while many of the original details of the original structure have been left intact, this 3,280 square foot home was built with today's modern luxuries, amenities, and styling.

There are plenty of exposed brick walls,  newly fashioned iron railings,  structural beams, and  strategically placed pendant lighting - all of which are perfectly befitting of such an artsy style loft home.... CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO, AND A VIRTUAL TOUR!

or just call or text Judy Szabak at (203) 257-5892  for  your private showing.

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The Featured Home of the Week is at 125 Norton Road in Easton  for $1,349,900. See the virtual tour HERE

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:

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

This Week's Edition of National Real Estate News 6/24/13 (Video)

This week's national real estate news update - prices have risen on average of 12% over last year, however rising interest rates may curb further gains-Tips on home improvement and ideas for older homes, a\average downpayments have dropped since 2011. Click here for more- about moving, home buying strategies and interest rates.

Click here for this months newsletter and our video news channel.

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: Find out more about Judy here

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

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

Best Buyer Tips: Open Houses are NOT the Best Way to Search For Homes

Did you know that just yesterday there were 341 open houses in ALL of Fairfield County? That's not even ten percent of the 4,292 available single family homes!

Yesterday's open houses comprised less than eight percent of all homes listed that were open to the public on Sunday..At that rate, it would take over three MONTHS to see all the houses for sale!

For your own edification, in our immediate area, yesterday's open houses included:
 
 36 open houses in Westport- out of 289 homes for sale, or just  12.45%

 11 open houses in Trumbull out of 159 homes for sale,  or just  6.9%

 27 open houses in Norwalk out of 288 homes for sale ,  or just  9.375%

 58 open houses in Fairfield  out of 426 homes for sale,  or just  13.62%

 9 open houses in Easton out of 80 homes for sale, or just  11.25%
 
So what are open houses good for? Three things.

1. Getting a feel for the market if you are just starting your search.
2. Meeting an agent that you feel would be a good fit to help you in your home search.
3. Meeting an agent to represent you in the sale of your home.

Many homes never have an open house, and one of those homes could be the perfect house for you. When you work with an agent, you won't miss out on that perfect property.

Likewise, if you are looking to meet an agent to represent you in the sale of your home, well...

...  I just happen to know someone :)

Contact me when you are ready to buy or sell your home, and check out my video resume, if you like.

Phone (203) 257-5892  or email at Judy@BestAgentsOnline.com

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The Featured Home of the Week is at 125 Norton Road in Easton  for $1,349,900. See the virtual tour HERE

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 6/23/13

Rates continue to rise & nobody really knows the exact reason.  CNBC analysts were talking about how rates would be at 4.5% levels this time next year and they are almost at 5% now.  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 doesn't seem to want to stop.

Today's Mortgage Rates

Conventional 30 year fixed   4.75%      APR 4.807%

Conventional 15 year fixed   3.875%    APR 3.969%

Conventional 5/1 ARM         3.875%    APR 4.019%

Conventional 7/1 ARM         3.875%    APR 3.137%

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.

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. 

 

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 at 125 Norton Road in Easton  for $1,349,900. See the virtual tour HERE

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

Happy Father's Day This June 16th, 2013

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there,

with heartfelt congratulations to all the new dads!

Best wishes,

Judy and theCTrealtyBlog