Judy Szablak's Blog

Posted on 04/19/2020
Why Buy in an HOA Community?
Photo by Robert Arthur Designs via Shutterstock If you’re moving to a new city, particularly an area with new development, you may discover that most homes are part of a homeowner’s association. If you’ve never been part of one before, you might not understand their function and why they are useful within a neighborhood. When an association functions...
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Posted on 04/12/2020
Home Maintenance: Waterproofing
Photo by Martinelle via Pixabay One of the things that people may not think about when buying a house is waterproofing the crawlspace or basement. However, this is one of the biggest home maintenance items to address. You may not think of it because waterproofing is usually done when the house is built. However, it is important to...
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Posted on 04/05/2020
Improve Curb Appeal with a DIY Walkway
Photo by Craig Tidball on Unsplash It's probably much easier and less expensive than you realize to improve your home's curb appeal. Simple fixes such as replacing rickety porch railings or giving trim a fresh, bright coat of paint go a long way toward making prospective home buyers smile. And when you create a welcoming pathway, that leads...
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Posted on 03/29/2020
Financing Your Mortgage through a Credit Union
Image by annca from Pixabay You’ve finally found the perfect home. It’s got the number of bedrooms you wanted, a spacious kitchen, updated bathrooms, and even a beautiful vegetable garden out back. Now comes the tricky part—how to pay for it. Numerous home buyers find financing their mortgages through a credit union to be a good option. According...
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Posted on 03/22/2020
Buying Remotely: From Commute Time to Neighborhood Crime
Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay It may be tempting, when buying a home remotely, to jump at the first great deal that fits your checklist. But, number of beds and baths aren't everything. Location matters, too. So does the school district if you have school-age children. Don't be afraid to delve deeply into a property that you're thinking...
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Posted on 04/18/2020
10 High Circle Lane, Fairfield, CT 06825 now has a new price of $459,900!
What a great place to call home! Beautifully remodeled and perfectly expanded single level home with a family room on the main level, and one in the finished lower level, too! Corner lot on a super quiet cul de sac has an easily maintainable front and side yard along with an au naturel style backyard, and it's just steps to Lake Mohegan and Highwood Park, too! Stepsaver kitchen with Corian tops and stainless steel appliances steps out to the two-tiered deck But oh! THAT MASTER BEDROOM! It's super spacious with a gorgeous master bathroom, and a 13' walk-in closet plus another closet as if the walk-in wasn't enough! The lower level is finished...
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Posted on 04/17/2020
128 Garwood Road, Trumbull, CT 06611 now has a new price of $515,000!
Ahhh, so beautiful inside and out with transitional styling everywhere! Custom center hall ranch in today's colors. Kitchen with custom white soft close cabinets, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Eight foot granite topped breakfast bar seats four, and there is a gorgeous semi circular breakfast nook that you just HAVE to see! Formal dining room has a recessed wet bar with granite tops. Beautiful bathrooms have marble style tile and transitional vanities. And that family room! wow! the sheer size, and all the rooms are on one level! If you haven't ever been in a center hall ranch, the bedrooms are to one side and the...
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Posted on 04/08/2020
23a Holbrook Road, Seymour, CT 06483 now has a new price of $425,000!
ACREAGE!!!! Super private property along with an ultra convenient Great Hill location on the Seymour/Oxford line that is just 3 minutes from Route 67! This custom built farmhouse style cape with serene views of a neighboring pond feels like a colonial, has a THREE sided wraparound porch, living room with 17' high soaring ceilings and specialty moldings throughout. Hard to find main level master also has a fireplace, great closet space, and French doors to office, as well as a Dutch door to covered wraparound deck Kitchen with granite tops has a breakfast bar that seats four, a large pantry, and a hidden king size laundry area. A dutch door...
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Posted on 04/04/2020
22 Hawkins Street, Derby, CT 06418 now has a new price of $100,000!
INVESTORS TAKE NOTE: What a unique find! New roof, new mechanicals, new electrical service, exterior freshly re-sided, repainted, new windows, new concrete floor. Home is set up for central air- all that is needed is a compressor. All tip-top! Nice fenced in side yard, too. And in an easy access downtown location. Inside, however it will need your imagination and sweat equity. The main level includes a storefront, garage, and plenty of storage, as well as a toilet room (no sink). You will also see the coolest original Neapolitan pizza oven from 1900. The full bath upstairs consists of a tub, and new plumbing is present for a toilet and...
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Posted on 03/28/2020
Another Property Sold - 4 Singing Woods Court, Norwalk, CT 06850
Silvermine Treasure! First time on the market. Well built and maintained, this house can easily become your dream home. Built by owners in 1968, this vintage home has central air throughout (even in the basement!), huge rooms and a fully framed second story for expansion. Full walk-out basement with 8’ ceilings and fireplace. So many possibilities! Imagine the huge square kitchen transformed into a gourmet's dream with an eat-in center island. Or a new master suite in the fully framed second level. Set on a quiet Silvermine cul-de-sac, yet just minutes from both 1-95 and the Merritt. Play tennis at the Silvermine School or walk to...
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Posted on 03/23/2020
10 High Circle Lane, Fairfield, CT 06825 is now new to the market!
This is not your standard ranch BY ANY MEANS. This Smart Home has been beautifully remodeled and perfectly expanded and is single floor living at its finest in the sought after Lake Hills area AND close to Lake Mohegan, and Highwood Park, too! The open floor plan is quite refreshing... There's a main level family room which is off the kitchen, which has Corian counters and newer stainless steel appliances. The kitchen also accesses the two-tiered deck which has a staircase to the yard on either side. But oh! THAT MASTER BEDROOM! It's super spacious with a gorgeous master bathroom, and a 13' walk-in closet plus another closet as if the...
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Posted on 03/16/2020
Another Property Rented - 262 Villa Avenue #2, Fairfield, CT 06825
Beautifully remodeled second floor apartment close to everything!!! Super spacious and freshly painted. Gleaming hardwood floors, too! High ceilings, Fully applianced kitchen with granite tops, tiled back-splash and large walk in pantry. Very pretty bath, storage in shed and in basement. Washer and dryer included. Must have excellent credit. NO PETS. DON'T EVEN ASK. References required, and tenant pays for credit...
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