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8 Years of Real Estate > 17 Years of Schooling

8/17/2017

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​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 was involved in AllForLocal, a website my business partners and I created in college;
  • Without a fully-functioning website, we weren’t making money, so we all got part time jobs;
  • I was hired by a real estate appraiser who looked for a way to change the real estate climate in NYS and created a super-MLS and she needed someone JUST LIKE ME;
  • I got my real estate license with her advice, because ‘it is so easy’;
  • I left her (high and dry) to join my brother (Frank) in real estate in Fairfield County (my home). 
​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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Listing Spotlight - 761 Den Rd, Stamford

8/14/2017

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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.
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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.

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Listing Spotlight - 43 Homer Street, Norwalk

6/26/2017

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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.

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Listing Spotlight - 6 Glendenning Street, Norwalk

6/5/2017

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​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:

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Listing Spotlight - 152 Hurlbutt Street, Wilton

6/3/2017

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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.

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Listing Spotlight - 18 William Street, Norwalk

5/4/2017

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​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.

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My Top 7 - Restaurants in Norwalk, CT

4/29/2017

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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.

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20 Questions You Should Ask Your Realtor First

4/15/2017

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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.

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Listing Spotlight - 46 Winding Lane, Norwalk

3/21/2017

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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.

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Working Reverse Prospect List: My Buyers

3/15/2017

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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 -


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Town(s)
Bed/Bath/Garage
Other
Price Max

Buyer 1
Norwalk
2+/1.5+/1+
No Capes, Tall Ceilings, Basement
<$475,000

Buyer 2
Norwalk
2+/1.5+/1+
Nice Neighborhood
<$300,000

Buyer 3
Milford
4+/2+/0+
Multi-Family
<$400,000

Buyer 4
Norwalk
3+/2+/0+
(Must Sell Condo)
<$375,000

Buyer 5
Norwalk /
​Wilton
3+/2+/1+
Non-Busy Street
<$550,000 /
​<$675,000

Buyer 6
Norwalk
3+/2+/1+
Likes Cranbury/West Norwalk
<$450,000

Buyer 7
Norwalk
2+/1.5+/1+
Garage, MUST; 
<$425,000

Buyer 8
Norwalk
2+/1.5+/1+
Deck/Patio;  Some Work Okay (Must Sell Home)
<$350,000

Buyer 9
​Norwalk
3+/2+/2+
No Electric Heat
<$500,000

Buyer 10
Norwalk
3+/2+/1+
Wants 'cat stop' at front door so cats can't run out front door
<$500,000

Buyer 11
Norwalk
3+/2+/1+
Wants LOTS of space for workshop, 2 offices, etc; ONLY blown hot air
<$550,000

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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