 Entering real estate was an accident as many of you know—if you have ever asked me how it happened you might have heard my elevator pitch for the question, “How did you get into real estate?”:
I didn’t know this move would forge a path into a business that has taught me so much. Well, what did I expect? I guess that is what makes a post like this worth it. Let’s lay the groundwork for how and why I have become effective and what my expectations were when I started—before getting the lessons that were 7/8 years in the making.
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Important Details: Property Address: 761 Den Rd, Stamford Listing Price: $449,000 Status: CLOSED at $459,000, $10,000 above asking. Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 2 | Square Feet: 1,561 Charming Cape | Hardwood Floors | Level Yard | North Stamford Most of the major websites where we (Realtors) market our listings has one major flaw - the inability to hear the true story of a home, before a buyer enters the home. Here is that true story of 761 Den Rd, from my perspective. I am always pleased when I am able to list a home that is unique and unmatched in this real estate market. I say this because in North Stamford, under $500,000, there is nothing that can compare to 761 Den Road. Let’s visit it, together.
Important Details: Property Address: 43 Homer Street, Norwalk Listing Price: $485,000 Status: Just SOLD at $475,000 on September 22, 2017 Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Square Feet: 2,358 Large Family Room | Multiple Decks | 2 Fireplaces | Desired Location Most major websites where Realtors market listings has a major flaw - the inability to tell the story of a home. Here is that true story of 43 Homer Street, Norwalk.
Important Details: Property Address: 6 Glendenning Street, Norwalk Listing Price: $399,000 Status: SOLD for $377,000 on January 8, 2018 Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 1.5 | Square Feet: 1,560 Immense Charm | Hardwood Floors | Sunroom | Level Yard Most of the major websites where we (Realtors) market our listings has one major flaw - the inability to hear the true story of a home, before a buyer enters the home. Here is that true story of 6 Glendenning Street, from my perspective. As the real estate market in Norwalk continues to remain strong, homes like 6 Glendenning are difficult to come by. This home has every check on today's buyer's check-off list, in Norwalk, under $500,000. Let's talk about what I see when I enter this home:
Important Details: Property Address: 152 Hurlbutt Street, Wilton Listing Price: $799,900 Status: Canceled Bedrooms: 4-5 | Bathrooms: 3 | Square Feet: 3,484 Newly Rebuilt | Hardwood Floors | Bonus Spaces | Large, level yard Most of the major websites where we (Realtors) market our listings has one major flaw - the inability to hear the true story of a home, before a buyer enters the home. Here is that true story of 152 Hurlbutt Street, from my perspective.
Important Details: Property Address: 18 William Street, Norwalk Listing Price: $415,000 Status: CLOSED @ $399,999 on November 7, 2017 Bedrooms: 2 | Bathrooms: 1.5 | Square Feet: 3,056 Expansion Potential | Double-Sided Fireplace | 6-Car Garage Most of the major websites where we (Realtors) market our listings has one major flaw - the inability to hear the true story of a home, before a buyer enters the home. Here is that true story of 18 William Street, from my perspective.
 Remember this as the exact moment when my two worlds collide - my real estate business and my love for food. If you are new to Norwalk, or Fairfield County, you might be surprised with the quality of restaurants in this area. The amazing thing about the food here, is that you can find inexpensive, but high-quality food (and portions that amaze). So before you go any further in reading, please know that my priority is food quality and taste, with affordability, ambiance, etc being secondary. Also, there are undiscovered restaurants in the city that I have yet to frequent, so feel free to comment with suggestions. I have been to most of those that have been around for more than 6 months, but continue to try new things all the time! Also, you can notice a lack of any establishments in South Norwalk (in my list) - this is unintentional, but I find the food there to be generally overpriced, and not worth the time to spend going there. Barcelona, which moved a few years ago would have been my exception. Also, with the quick turn around of restaurants down there, it's hard to keep up. Note: I have been searching for my next great meal for many years, and Norwalk is just our starting point on this culinary journey together. I do recommend you take a look at my Yelp profile to see some of the amazing places I have eaten around the United States. Here goes...in no particular order.
 Choosing a Realtor to represent you is like interviewing a new employee for hire. It is just as important as when you hire someone to do work on your home, as you will be stuck with your decision for months and years to come. Hiring a plumber, you ask questions. Hiring a contractor, you ask questions. Why should the person you pay 5% of your(the) property's value not get the same treatment.
Important Details: Property Address: 46 Winding Lane, Norwalk Listing Price: $459,000 Status: Just SOLD at $447,500 on June 12, 2017 Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Square Feet: 1,668 Garage: 1 Car Attached | Hardwood Floors | Excellent Condition | Fireplaces: 1 Most of the major websites where we (Realtors) market our listings has one major flaw - the inability to hear the true story of a home, before a buyer enters the home. Here is that true story of 46 Winding Lane, from my perspective.
Welcome! This list is intended to point any likely sellers to a list of viable and ready buyers seeking property in this area. In other words, these are my REAL buyers, people seeking homes to buy. With low inventory, they are looking actively, but sometimes coming up short...this is why I am writing this blog post. Note: I will update it as my buyers come and go from the market. My Buyers -
All buyers want to optimize the neighborhood, unless otherwise specified, ideally seeking somewhere quiet, safe, and private. ALWAYS seeking multi-family properties for about 5 clients at any given time. If you know of any viable Norwalk/Stamford/Fairfield multi-family that might be for sale, please let me know ASAP! If you have or know of a home that fits any of the above criteria, let me know by calling me at 203.216.0670. Realistically, any homes in lower Fairfield County under $1,000,000 will be useful to me. As always, chatting about your situation doesn't cost you anything, and I won't expect anything either, except 5-10 minutes to chat on the phone. Thanks!
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AuthorWe (Joe and Chris Balestriere) are Realtors in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Our blog is meant to educate buyers and sellers and equip them with tools to get the most out of their Realtor, whether it is us or someone else. We focus on technology and how it enhances the work we do for our clients--we are not top CT Realtors by accident. Categories
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