Expert Advice from Amy & Kyle Bergquist at Keller Williams Legacy Partners
This morning I was speaking with a friend that’s an insurance broker. We were talking about homeowner policies for a buyer that I’m currently working with. I mentioned something about a vacant house and the broker cautioned me that a homeowner should always contact their insurance provider if their house is going to become vacant, as their coverage may no longer be effective. I had never heard of this, and after polling several agents in
The Cows have arrived in West Hartford Center. It’s going to be beautiful the next few days, so go check them out. The pictures you see here are just a tiny sample. Most of the cows are located in the Center along Main Street, Farmington Avenue, and La Salle Road. While you’re there, you can also see that the new Crate & Barrel sign has gone up, the store is opening October 18th.
I often hear agents talk about how they are representing both the buyer and the seller in a transaction. This concept is called single-agent Dual Agency and it is legal in the state of Connecticut. I do not agree with this practice and believe that it is not in the best interest of either the buyer or the seller to work with the same agent during a transaction. When you have a Real Estate agent
I’m always looking for new adventures to share and this weekend I found a great one in Canton. Every Saturday evening, the Canton Barn holds antique auctions, starting at 7:30pm. Now, this isn’t some high-brow, snooty affair. It’s downright low key and a darn good time. The item preview begins at 5:00pm. Grab a pillow at the back of the room to hold your seat. Then get a slice of homemade pie (they usually have
With higher levels of inventory on the market, it’s inevitable that some homeowners simply won’t be able to find buyers for their homes. A viable and increasingly popular alternative is renting your home, or offering a lease-to-purchase option. This will allow you to cover your current mortgage payment and purchase your next home if you must move (due to job relocation, etc.). Being a landlord isn’t for everyone. Here’s an excellent article from CNN Money