Commercial real estate refers to properties that are used to generate profit, and includes both retail and industrial spaces. Businesses occupying commercial real estate typically lease the space from a building owner/investor. If you are in the market to rent a commercial property, we have some key information and handy tips Continue Reading
Newtown Realty’s Restaurant Picks
Whether you’re new to the area or thinking about buying a house in the towns we serve, you need to know your dining options. Here are Newtown Realty’s Restaurant Picks based on our own experiences, reviews from other locals, and long-standing reputation. Bon Appetit! Continue Reading
What’s Happening this Fall in Connecticut
Autumn has arrived and with it, our list of what's happening this fall in Connecticut towns. Get the full New England experience by visiting area harvest festivals, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes and mark your calendar for carnivals, arts events, and Halloween happenings. Continue Reading
The Zillow “Zestimate”: How Accurate is it?
A new trend has been observed recently in Zillow “Zestimates”, property valuation estimates from Zillow.com, prompting some to ask how accurate is a Zestimate. Watchful eyes have noticed that Zestimates sometimes change to more closely reflect the listing price or closing price, once the home enters the market or goes under contract. Continue Reading
Top Tips for Moving to a New Area
When making a move, it can feel daunting to tackle the various elements of settling in to a new location. Newtown Realty is here to help with tips to make the transition smooth and efficient for you and your family. Continue Reading
What’s Happening This Summer in Connecticut
Have you heard what’s happening this summer in and around our Connecticut towns? We’ve compiled a schedule of exciting events you won’t want to miss, along with a reminder of recurring activities that are definitely worth your time. Continue Reading
Recovering from Major Storms
The series of storms that hit our Connecticut towns this month left residents stunned and created a path of destruction in its wake even greater than that of 2012’s Hurricane Sandy. The intense combination of wind, rain and hail was described as “almost unprecedented” by an area meteorologist for the number of tornadoes it created, which has hardly been matched for centuries. Continue Reading
Top Tips for Home Sellers
Are you ready to sell your home? Congratulations! Our list of top tips for home sellers can help you achieve the best price for your home, and often at a faster rate. Whether you’re a first-time seller or you’ve been through the process before, it never hurts to learn from the pros and expand your knowledge of proven selling practices. Continue Reading
Top 10 Tips for Home Buyers
Buying a home can be both an exhilarating and intimidating experience. We created this handy list of Top 10 Tips for Home Buyers to help you get the house you want - for the price you need. Continue Reading
The Long and Short of Short Sales
Simply put, a short sale is a term describing the sale of a home for less than what is owed to the lender. This post explains why short sales can be very beneficial for homeowners who find themselves unable to continue paying their mortgages - and wish to avoid the logistical headaches and financial drawbacks that accompany home foreclosure. Continue Reading
