Expert Advice from Amy & Kyle Bergquist at Keller Williams Legacy Partners
This weekend is a terrific opportunity to see Victorian architecture … it’s the beginning of Willimantic Victorian Days 2011! Of all the exciting things to do this weekend in Greater Hartford, this should be number one for old house people. Festivities extend all weekend, with a highlight being the 13th Annual Victorian Homes Tour. Fourteen homes are scheduled to be open this year. The complete schedule breaks down the different events and activities held in
Another report from the field by our interprid playground reporter. Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 slides Location: 877 Flatbush Avenue, West Hartford, at the corner of South Quaker Lane. Hours: Dawn to Dusk A great place for younger children to go burn off some energy in a controlled environment. There is just one (large) piece of equipment, so no need to worry about anything distracting from focused playing! Playscape: The sole entertainment at this
The other day we covered the basics of the upcoming West Hartford property revaluation. As a quick reminder, the process is underway, and new “Market Values” will be available and distributed in the October time frame. Homeowners with concerns about their number can go through the “Informal Hearing” process and appeal it beyond that if needed. Phasing In Market Values We tried to keep things simple last time, focusing on the basic revaluation process and
It’s time for a property revaluation in West Hartford, something the state requires towns to do every five years. Revaluations can seem scary to homeowners, and are often associated with tax increases. Hopefully the discussion that follows will help prepare you for the process, so that you understand what is happening and how you may be impacted as a West Hartford homeowner. The Big Picture Connecticut towns generate a significant portion of their revenue from
Welcome to a bright, upgraded, end unit at the Tumblebrook Estates community. The first floor features a combination living room and dining room that opens to the kitchen. Hardwood floors, crown molding, fireplace, and French doors add to the character of the space. The oversized, eat-in kitchen has more than enough room for cooking and storage, with a breakfast area at the far end. A traditional foyer and updated powder room complete the level. Upstairs,