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July 23, 2024

Avoiding Sky-Rocketing Homeowers Insurance Rates In Connecticut

Avoiding Sky-Rocketing Homeowners Insurance Rates In Connecticut

If you own a home, you know that you probably already maintain a homeowner's insurance policy. Over the past few years, the cost of this insurance has soared. Wildfires, hurricanes, floods, and other natural disasters have caused insurance companies to dramatically increase ...

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May 30, 2024

Why Today's Seller's Market Is Good for Your Bottom Line In Connecticut

Why Today’s Seller’s Market Is Good for Your Bottom Line In Connecticut




Thinking about selling your house and wondering if now’s a good time to do it? Here’s what you need to know. Even though the number of homes for sale has been growing this year, there still aren’t enough ...

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May 28, 2024

Should I Move With Today's Mortgage Rates In Connecticut

Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates In Connecticut




When mortgage rates spiked up over the last few years, some homeowners put their plans to move on pause. Maybe you did too because you didn’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate for your next home. But ...

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May 22, 2024

Home Prices Are Climbing in These Top Cities

Home Prices Are Climbing in These Top Cities In Connecticut




Thinking about buying a home or selling your current one to find a better fit? If so, you might be wondering what's going on with home prices these days. Here's the scoop.

The latest national data from Case-Shiller ...

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May 9, 2024

What Is Going on with Mortgage Rates In Connecticut

What Is Going on with Mortgage Rates In Connecticut?




You may have heard mortgage rates are going to stay a bit higher for longer than originally expected. And if you’re wondering why, the answer lies in the latest economic data. Here’s a quick overview of what’s happening with mortgage rates ...

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April 24, 2024

Is It Better To Rent Than Buy a Home Right Now In Connecticut

Is It Better To Rent Than Buy a Home Right Now In Connecticut?




You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s more affordable to rent right now than it is to buy a home. And while that may be true in some markets if you just look ...

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April 23, 2024

Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home In Connecticut?

Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home In Connecticut




Over the past year or so, a lot of people have been talking about how tough it is to buy a home. And while there’s no arguing affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s starting to get a ...

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April 11, 2024

Some Experts Say Mortgage Rates May Fall Below 6% Later This Year In Connecticut

Some Experts Say Mortgage Rates May Fall Below 6% Later This Year In Connecticut




There’s a lot of confusion in the market about what’s happening with day-to-day movement in mortgage rates right now, but here’s what you really need to know: compared to the near 8% peak last fall ...

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Nov. 2, 2021

There Are More Homes Available Now than There Were This Spring In Connecticut

There Are More Homes Available Now than There Were This Spring In Connecticut

There Are More Homes Available Now than There Were This Spring | MyKCM

There’s a lot of talk lately about how challenging it can be to find a home to buy. While housing inventory is still low, there are a few important things to understand about the supply of homes ...

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Oct. 25, 2021

Experts Agree: Homeownership Provides a Path to Long-Term Wealth In Connecticut

Experts Agree: Homeownership Provides a Path to Long-Term Wealth In Connecticut

Experts Agree: Homeownership Provides a Path to Long-Term Wealth | MyKCM

A recent survey from LendingTree.com found there are multiple reasons why Americans would choose to purchase a home instead of renting. Some of the most popular non-financial reasons given include:

  • The flexibility to make the space your own ...
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