Debbie Blum's Blog

Posted on 03/22/2020
How Should You Promote Your House to Buyers?
Promoting a house to potential buyers sometimes can be difficult. Fortunately, there are lots of things that you can do to stir up interest in your residence. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you promote your residence to buyers. 1. Upgrade Your Home's Curb Appeal Amazing curb appeal is essential, particularly for a seller who...
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Posted on 03/15/2020
Home Shopping With Technology
Photo by Bruce Mars via Pexels House shopping when you live far from your new community is not easy, but technology makes it much simpler to tackle this big task. While nothing beats in-person visits, if you live across the country, or even in an international destination, you may not have that option. Here’s a look at how...
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Posted on 03/08/2020
Home Prices Predicted to Rise in 2020
Image by Nattanan Kanchanaprat from Pixabay The housing market has posted relatively good numbers over the past few years, even if the average percentages aren't exactly sensational. You may already know that we saw a decrease in growth in 2019, with housing prices rising at 3.3% compared to 2018's rise of 5%. Given the state of the economy...
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Posted on 03/01/2020
Landscaping for Your Location
Photo by Matt Chen on Unsplash When you’re creating a landscaping plan for your home it is essential to design around the local climate and weather patterns. When you opt for plants that thrive in your area, you know they are well equipt to handle the seasonal changes specific to your location. This adaptation makes them easier to...
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Posted on 02/23/2020
Signs That Now Is a Good Time to Submit an Offer to Purchase
After conducting an in-depth home search, you probably have discovered that many outstanding houses are available. Yet you're still on the fence about whether to submit an offer to purchase a residence. Ultimately, there are many signs that now may be the ideal time to submit an offer to purchase a residence, and these include: 1. You find a...
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Posted on 02/16/2020
Loan Options for Luxury Home Buyers
Photo by Vincent Rivaud from Pexels When you buy a luxury home, you have several options when it comes to paying for the home. While some luxury buyers invest fully in the home and purchase outright, most find that opting for a mortgage of some type keeps options open and reserves capital for other things. Mortgages can be...
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Posted on 02/09/2020
How to Select a Motion Detector Spotlight
Photo by John Paulsen on Unsplash Adding a motion detector light outside your house contributes greatly to your home’s security. Besides being able to clearly see any people or wildlife approaching your home, the sudden flash of a powerful spotlight turning on discourages intruders as they cannot be sure whether the light has a motion detector or was...
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Posted on 03/28/2020
Another Property Sold - 19 Briar Ridge Drive #19, Bethel, CT 06801
Spectacular Pentwater Town House at The Summit in Bethel. No Age Restriction in the Villages. Breathtaking Views from this Premium Lot. Upgraded 3 Bed 2 1/2 Bath Unit has Open Floor Plan. Eat-In- Kitchen w/ Stainless Appliances, Granite Counter tops, Breakfast Bar and Pantry. The Breakfast Nook with Skylight Leads to Trex Deck and Breathtaking Views. Spacious Living Rm w/Gas Fireplace, Elegant Dining Rm with Tray Ceiling, Home Office with Custom Built-ins, 1/2 Bath with Tiled Floor and Hardwood Floors Complete the Main Level. The Spacious Master Bedroom Suite boasts Vaulted Ceilings, Luxury Bath with Double Sinks, Whirlpool Jetted Tub...
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Posted on 03/27/2020
Another Property Rented - 2 Bailey Boulevard #2, Bethel, CT 06801
You've found your perfect rental! Open concept 3 bdrm townhouse in Bethel Woods. Main floor has living room with fireplace, dining room, EIK with granite counters and SS appliances, master bedroom with private bath, and a powder room. Upstairs are 2 additional big bedrooms and hall bath. 2-car garage. Laundry hook-up available on main level. Unfinished storage in the huge basement. Won't...
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Posted on 03/25/2020
Video Tour - 306 Berkshire Road, Newtown, CT 06482
Looking to get back to Nature or in need of Privacy? This property as it and then some. Beautiful 4 acre lot with pond is surrounded by 12 acres of Newtown Preserve Land. Renovated in 2012 This home has tons of updates. A 1550 sq ft Reclaimed Farmhouse with 2/3 bedroom and 1 1/2 baths. Hardwood floors, Thermopane windows, newer septic, roof, heating and central air. Generator, tractor and snowblower stay as well. Fabulous Sunroom has H2X Swim Spa/Hot Tub with tons of room for Tables and chairs and lounging around the relaxing indoor Koi pond.. Detached garage and Huge 2nd Shed has room for anything you might need to store. A...
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Posted on 03/25/2020
306 Berkshire Road, Newtown, CT 06482 is now new to the market!
Looking to get back to Nature or in need of Privacy? This property as it and then some. Beautiful 4 acre lot with pond is surrounded by 12 acres of Newtown Preserve Land. Renovated in 2012 This home has tons of updates. A 1550 sq ft Reclaimed Farmhouse with 2/3 bedroom and 1 1/2 baths. Hardwood floors, Thermopane windows, newer septic, roof, heating and central air. Generator, tractor and snowblower stay as well. Fabulous Sunroom has H2X Swim Spa/Hot Tub with tons of room for Tables and chairs and lounging around the relaxing indoor Koi pond.. Detached garage and Huge 2nd Shed has room for anything you might need to store. A...
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Posted on 03/20/2020
Another Property Sold - 55 Mill Plain Road #33-12, Danbury, CT 06811
Desirable,conveniently located,popular well maintained complex w/low condo fees that INCL water&sewer-all at a great price!2 bedroom,2 full bath ranch style condo with amenities include 2 pools,playground,enclosed dog park,basketball court,sidewalks and more. Close to everything; I84, New York boarder, Danbury Fair Mall, shopping, restaurants,gym and anything else you may need;some within walking distance. This unit is has many updates that include new plumbing fixtures in both bathrooms, washer hook ups, windows, slider, doors, washer, dryer, paint, carpet and kitchen counter are 2 years new, brand new stainless steel appliances. Generous...
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