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Welcome to The CT Home Blog

All about Connecticut Real Estate and Homes For Sale. Whether you are buying or selling real estate,  you have come to the right place. The CT Home Blog offers real estate tips. home buying and home selling advice,  other useful information, and we update current mortgage rates for Connecticut every Friday. There is plenty of local town demographics on our site and market statistics, too. Bookmark us, tell your friends, and come back often. We're here at TheCTrealtyBlog.com  to service your needs whenever you are ready. -Judy

 

Thursday
Oct152015

Judy Szablak Named 5 Time Honoree of the Five Star Professional by Connecticut Magazine

Judy Szablak, REALTOR with Coldwell Banker in Westport Connecticut  was recently honored with the Five Star Professional rating for the fifth time! See the entire article in the upcoming March 2016 issue of Connecticut Magazine.

The Five Star Real Estate Agent award program has been recognizing and promoting outstanding real estate agents for over 13 years. Five Star Professional conducts market research to identify excellent service professionals in over 45 markets across the U.S., and recognizse agents who meet their five objective criteria.

The award is given on the basis of exceptional results via an in-depth research process, whereb real estate agents are evaluated by consumers based on customer service, integrity, market knowledge, communication and negotiation skills, closing preparation, helping you find the right home, marketing the home being sold, and overall satisfaction.


Five Star Professional follows standard survey practices used by other professional research organizations. The research also includes feedback from industry peers and leaders, and a regulatory review to provide necessary checks and balances.

The research methodology allows no more than 7% of service professionals in a given market to qualify for the Five Star award.

Judy was also recognized by Westchester Magazine as a Five Star Professional in October 2012 .

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.JudySzablakRealtor.com

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

and www.BestWestportHomes.com

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

Saturday
Oct102015

Open House in Ansonia on 10/11/15 from 1-4PM at 187 Wakelee Avenue $170,000 

Fantastic Vintage Home built in 1872 and this is its FIRST TIME ON MARKET... EVER!!  Lovingly maintained and beautifully updated  4+ bedroom home is over 2100 square feet! Wonderfully open and flexible floor plan with space for all! Nine foot ceilings on the main level, newly refinished hardwood floors, crown molding on both floors, and remodeled kitchen. Nice deep fenced in lot in terrific location. This home is in impeccable condition and is absolutely a must see!

Hosted by Laura Hardacre 203-257-1477

187 Wakelee Avenue, Ansonia (between Jackson and Church)

 

This is a MUST SEE!

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.JudySzablakRealtor.com

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

and www.BestWestportHomes.com

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

Monday
Oct052015

Connecticut Financing Update and Today's Mortgage Rates October 5, 2015

Rates drop a bit over the last five business days so it’s a good time to lock in a rate if you’re closing in the next 30 days or so.  Rates are rising over the last couple of months or so but still look very attractive at these low levels and it’s time to jump into refinancing your existing mortgage with my help or purchase a new home with Realtor Judy Szablak’s help.  The 10 year is at 1.99

Mortgage Rates:

Conventional 30 year fixed – 4.125% - APR 4.182%

Conventional 15 year fixed - 3.375% - APR 3.469%

FHA 30 year fixed – 3.75% - APR 5.252%
 
FHA 15 year fixed – 3.375% - APR 5.038%

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 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


 

 

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.JudySzablakRealtor.com

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

and www.BestWestportHomes.com

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

Saturday
Sep262015

Stamford Open House! $184,900-Townhouse at 163 Sylvan Knoll Road- 9/27/15 from 1-4PM

JUST REDUCED and what a GREAT GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Only 10% downpayment needed! Lovely and wonderfully sunlit end unit townhome in premier Section 2 location of sought after complex.

Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, remodeled kitchen with gas stove, and two-tier counter serving area that is open to the formal dining room. Two bedrooms upstairs, and a semi-finished den plus separate storage area in lower level (not included in SF)

Private patio area off kitchen and two reserved parking spaces right near the back door. Just 1 mile to Cove Island Beach, and close to town, shopping, train and transit. Common charges include taxes and water, plus all exterior ground maintenance.

Take a virtual tour here, but DEFINITELY come see us. You just Don't want to miss out on this home!

WHEN: Sunday 9/27/2015

TIME: 1:00-4:00 PM

Your host- Judy Szablak

Any questions? Call Judy at 203-257-5892

 

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.JudySzablakRealtor.com

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

and www.BestWestportHomes.com

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

 

Sunday
Aug302015

Connecticut Financing Update and Today's Mortgage Rates August 30, 2015

Rates rose sharply over the last 5 business days as confidence in the US economy got stronger.  Rates are rising over the last couple of months or so but still look very attractive at these low levels and it’s time to jump into refinancing your existing mortgage with my help or purchase a new home with Realtor Judy Szablak’s help.  The 10 year is at 2.19

Mortgage Rates:

Conventional 30 year fixed – 4.375% - APR 4.432%

Conventional 15 year fixed - 3.625% - APR 3.719%

FHA 30 year fixed – 3.875% - APR 5.502%

FHA 15 year fixed – 3.5% - APR 5.163%

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 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


 

 

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.JudySzablakRealtor.com

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

and www.BestWestportHomes.com

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