The West Hartford Budget

Farmington on Memorial Day

Each spring the Town goes through the exercise of budgeting for the coming fiscal year, which begins on July 1st. Here’s the super summarized version of how it works. The Town Manager proposes a budget, there are public comment sessions, and finally the Town Council makes changes before adopting a final version. The mill rate is set, and from there the tax bills are generated. It is the property owners, ultimately, that fund the Town’s

99 Lyman Road, West Hartford

99 Lyman

Take advantage of all the space in this large split level home with an open feel and numerous oversized rooms. The main floor begins with the formal living room, featuring a fireplace, vaulted ceiling and a picture window. It opens to the bright dining room and kitchen overlooking the back yard. Down half a flight of stairs, at ground level, is the entrance from the attached two car garage. The floor includes a large family

The Missing Domino: First-Time Buyers

Red House

I really enjoy watching a creatively placed set of dominoes fall down piece by piece. There’s a rhythm and organization to it all that is very appealing … I find it calming. Mind you, I’m not the one to set them all up, but that’s a different story. Real estate can be like knocking over dominoes. When people want to move within a town, they often will have to sell their existing home in order

17 Vanderbilt Road, West Hartford

17 Vanderbilt Road

This is the perfect property for those who want the character and size of an older and charming West End home but also want everything that West Hartford has to offer. A gracious full-width porch welcomes guests and is a wonderful place to relax and socialize with neighbors. Inside, there is a traditional center hall, front to back living room with fireplace and large formal dining room. The kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances

23 Day Road, West Hartford

Move right in to this completely remodeled 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom Colonial with high end upgrades and neutral colors. The first floor features an entry foyer with marble tile which leads to the formal living and dining rooms. The kitchen offers eat-in space and has been nicely remodeled with high end cabinetry, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. A first floor family room provides a less formal gathering space. An updated powder room completes the