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Posted on 05/06/2024
How to Find the Best Curtains for Your Living Room
The right window treatments can add personality and depth to any room. No matter the size or amount of windows in a space, curtains are a key part of your interior design and personal style. If you’re wanting to refresh the look of your living room with new curtains, here are some great ideas to inspire you: Matching...
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Posted on 05/03/2024
5 Longview Road, Newtown, CT 06482 is now new to the market!
Sweet Ranch Home located on a quiet street with room to grow! A wood burning fireplace in the living/dining room and Family room with Vaulted Ceiling and Wood Beams, adds to the charm. Eat in Kitchen is original but has a brand new GE Stainless Steel Electric cooktop and oven. Walk out to the large rear deck for summer dining El Fresco. Additional 1252 sq feet for storage or workshop in the garage and basement with laundry. New 82 Gal Water tank installed 2020 by Tim Conlan Co. Fantastic Property boasts a nearly half acre meadowed backyard with room to expand and room for a pool. House conveys as is, property is an Estate. Come see this...
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Posted on 04/30/2024
Spring has Sprung! Lower Fairfield County Market overview.
Spring has officially arrived and no matter what we say, the leaves on the trees in New England ALWAYS open the first weekend of May-give or take a day. I know this as I have tracked this weekend for decades. It is not just my love of warmer weather and lush foliage, but as a child I would...
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Posted on 04/29/2024
What you should know about millage rates & property taxes
If you pay property taxes, you've likely encountered the...
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Posted on 04/22/2024
Cost approach appraisal: Detailing its value in real estate
The cost approach is one of the three main methods used in...
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Posted on 04/15/2024
DIY Outdoor kitchen ideas: The basics
If you've ever dreamed of having your own outdoor kitchen,...
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Posted on 04/08/2024
3 DIYs with wood to try
If you have leftover materials from previous DIY projects,...
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Posted on 04/01/2024
Window Shutter Style Guide
While most modern homes don't use window shutters for their original purpose, they remain a popular way to decorate the exterior of the home. If you're thinking of adding shutters to your exterior, it's important to know your options. Here is a guide to the four main types of shutters you'll find on the market today: Raised Panel...
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Posted on 03/25/2024
How to Successfully Harvest Your Kitchen Garden
After you spend a few months planning, planting and growing your garden, you may want to enjoy the fruits, and vegetables, of your labor. However, it can be tricky to know when and how to harvest your kitchen garden. These tips will help you pick produce that is ripe and ready: Keep a Garden Journal When you plant...
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Posted on 03/18/2024
4 Keys to designing French gardens
To add classic elegance to your home’s exterior, consider...
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Posted on 03/11/2024
Try These Tips for Buying the Perfect Tableware
If you’re somebody who only digs out the good tableware for large gatherings or parties, consider upgrading your everyday setup as well. While styles and price tags vary greatly from one set to the next, shopping around for the perfect tableware and flatware can be extremely rewarding. If your everyday dinnerware needs a refresh, here are some tips...
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Posted on 03/05/2024
87 Talmadge Hill Road, New Canaan, CT 06840 is now new to the market!
VIRTUALLY NEW 2024 Home, Spacious, Open concept with a knock out Kitchen/gathering space. Two islands, Dining areas with views to the lovely property at every turn. Kitchen offers an Aga Induction Range with 3 ovens, 2 Dishwashers, 3 sinks, Wine/beverage cooler & 66 inches of Refrigerator/Freezer, loads of storage, a large pantry off mudroom & laundry. Upper floor has 5 bedrooms, private Primary suite with large walk in closet, prewired for an office space & luxurious bathroom. 2nd floor laundry room, Upstairs Study. Basement adds a Rec room, prewired Home Theater & a half bath with direct access to the garage. Land is...
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