Connecticut Lifestyle

After Last Summer’s Flooding: How CT Homeowners Are Rebuilding & What Resiliency Looks Like

After Last Summer’s Flooding: How CT Homeowners Are Rebuilding & What Resiliency Looks Like

Melinda Walencewicz
Published on: 09/10/2025

Discover how Connecticut homeowners are rebuilding stronger after last summer’s floods. Learn how to make your home more resilient, from flood insurance tips to smart rebuilding strategies — with expert advice from AI-Certified Realtor Melinda.

Market TrendsReal Estate
How to Stage Your Home for a Quicker Sale and Happier Buyers

How to Stage Your Home for a Quicker Sale and Happier Buyers

Melinda Walencewicz
Published on: 22/08/2025

Discover practical staging tips to help your Connecticut home sell faster and for more. From curb appeal to interior updates, make your home shine for today’s motivated buyers. 🏡✨

SellersBuyersMarket Trends
What You Should Know About Getting a Mortgage Today

What You Should Know About Getting a Mortgage Today

Melinda Walencewicz
Published on: 09/08/2025

Getting a mortgage is becoming more accessible in 2025—especially in Connecticut. Learn what’s changing, why it’s not like 2008, and how to take your next step toward homeownership with confidence.

SellersBuyersProbateMarket Trends
🏡 Multi-Generational Homebuying Is on the Rise — Here’s What’s Behind It

🏡 Multi-Generational Homebuying Is on the Rise — Here’s What’s Behind It

Melinda Walencewicz
Published on: 06/08/2025

More families in Connecticut and beyond are teaming up to buy homes together. Discover why multi-generational living is growing fast—and how it could be the key to affordable homeownership in 2025.

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The 5-Year Rule for Home Prices: What It Means for You

The 5-Year Rule for Home Prices: What It Means for You

Melinda Walencewicz
Published on: 03/08/2025

Worried about home prices? Learn why the 5-year rule offers peace of mind for buyers and sellers. Discover how long-term gains in home values outweigh short-term declines. Let’s talk about what it means for your goals in Connecticut real estate.

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What to Know About Selling a Probate Home and Looking Out for Your Family's Future

What to Know About Selling a Probate Home and Looking Out for Your Family's Future

Melinda Walencewicz
Published on: 24/07/2025

Selling a probate home in Connecticut can be emotional and complicated. Learn what steps to take, how current market trends in Tolland, Windham, New London, and Hartford counties affect your sale, and how to protect your family's future.

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