Catherine Leake's Blog

Posted on 01/09/2021
Rejuvenate Your Home's Interior
If you want to sell your house as quickly as possible, it is important to ensure your residence boasts a dazzling interior. Because if buyers fall in love with your residence as soon as they step inside of it, you may be able to reap the benefits of a quick, profitable house selling experience. Now, let's take a look...
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Posted on 01/02/2021
Seller-Financed Mortgage: What Is It?
Photo by Charles Thompson via Pixabay A vast majority of homebuying transactions rely on the buyer qualifying for a mortgage through a bank. After all, most people don't have enough cash lying around to buy a home outright. Nowadays, you have more options with different types of lenders and alternative financing companies where you can seek pre-approval online....
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Posted on 12/26/2020
Get the Best Value When Hiring Home Contractors
If you've ever experienced the frustration of paying more than necessary for home repairs, remodeling, or upgrades, you're not alone! Most of us have done it at one time or another, and it's not a pleasant feeling! The good news is that if you make up your mind to do a little research, ask questions, request a free quote,...
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Posted on 12/19/2020
Helpful Home Projects for Aging in Place
Photo by Pixabay from Pexels If you’re planning to stay in your new home for many years, incorporating certain features into your home's design can make for a smooth transition. While you might not necessarily need these kinds of features immediately, you'll likely find they add convenience to your space. What can you do to make sure your...
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Posted on 12/12/2020
Making the Switch to Condo Living: What You Need to Know
Photo by Douglas Bagg on Unsplash Whether you'd prefer the townhome look or a high-rise building, there's likely a condo available locally in the style you want. What types of amenities would you like? A dog-friendly community (or not)? A pool? Your own gardens? One or more full baths? All of these can vary among condo properties. Some...
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Posted on 12/05/2020
Sprinkler System Options
Image by AxxLC from Pixabay After you invest your time and your creative design skills in setting up a lush garden to surround and complement your home, it may only take a few missed watering sessions for crackly brown edges to appear on once healthy flowers and bushes. Life gets busy, but your haven can still stay nourished...
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Posted on 11/28/2020
The Pros & Cons of New Construction Homes
Image by Capri23auto from Pixabay It’s not unusual for homebuyers to enter the market with some preconceived notions about the differences between an existing home and new construction. These may be formed by talking to friends and loved ones about their successes and challenges. Others come from media sources, including the seemingly endless stream of reality home shows....
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Posted on 11/21/2020
DIY: Go Door Chic with Antique Doorknobs
Image by savannaholson0 from Pixabay There are many people who are looking for new and inventive ways to decorate their home. In order to get the most out of this process, it is important to pay attention to detail. The doorknobs are a commonly overlooked source of decoration. One of the ways to add a little bit of...
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Posted on 11/14/2020
Choosing the Right A/C Unit for Your Home
Photo by: Will Malott via Unsplash When it comes to buying things for the home, the air conditioning unit is not the most intriguing. But it is one of the essential components. Choosing the right A/C unit may be the difference between utmost comfort and sizzling heat. Determining the right type of air conditioning unit and how to...
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Posted on 11/07/2020
Tips for Home Painting
Image by kitzcorner from Shutterstock Don’t underestimate the importance of a fresh coat of paint when it comes to preparing to sell your home. Apart from changing the look of your space, it also adds to the value of your house. Painting can make your home feel brand new and attract the attention of serious buyers. While painting...
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Posted on 11/17/2020
Another Property Sold - 144 High Street, Sprague, CT 06330
Why rent when you can buy a completely renovated 1 bedroom, 1 bath home! This cozy 531 square foot home was recently updated with a new kitchen, appliances, bathroom, floors and lighting. Updated electrical, plumbing and a new boiler. The AC wall unit in the family room easily cools off the home and the laundry hookups are conveniently located in bathroom. Don't miss the easy to care for and conveniently located home! All you have to do is move...
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Posted on 11/07/2020
Another Property Sold - 80 Copley Road #80, Glastonbury, CT 06073
Wonderful Chapins Corner end unit condominium. Very bright and airy updated unit that will impress. The sellers are offering this unit fully furnished if desired! The kitchen is remodeled with nice cabinets, granite countertops, newer appliances and hardwood floors. It is also open to either an eat-in area, or a nice sitting area with a slider to a side deck overlooking a private and very spacious side yard. The living and dining room areas are nice and open to each other. There is another oversized slider to a rear deck and the step down living room features a fireplace. The two bedrooms upstairs are excellent size and the master has a...
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