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Home Buying

How to write a winning offer letter

October 30th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

House hunting can be an enjoyable experience – it’s fun to attend a private showing or an open house and walk through each home, imagining you and your family living in its spaces. Once you manage to find the perfect place however, thin...

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Moving hacks to make your relocation stress-free

October 16th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

Need some help to make the big move a smooth and hassle-free experience? Say goodbye to your worries – we give you several moving hacks that can help make the entire thing easier! Try asking local businesses and retailers for boxes you ...

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7 Mistakes to avoid when relocating – Higgins Group

September 15th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

The process of relocating to a new house can leave you lost in a whirlwind of activity. There’s so much planning, organizing, and decision-making for you to deal with, which makes it easy to overlook quite a few things. To help you avoid ma...

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Making your offer stand out in a bidding war

September 5th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

Bidding wars can be intimidating, but don't fret. Aside from keeping your composure, the following tips will help make your offer stand out and beat the rest of the competition. Attach more money to your offer. One way to get the seller's...

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Things to Do After You’ve Moved into a new home

August 30th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

After finally moving into your new home, it can be tempting to just relax, sit back, and maybe enjoy a takeout meal in the middle of your new spacious (and probably empty) living room. Go ahead – you deserve a break, after all. Before you ge...

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Reasons to buy a home this year

July 24th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

Fairfield County
Fairfield County, CT is widely considered one of the best places to live and buy a home in Connecticut. If you're still on the fence about purchasing residential real estate in the area, here are a couple of reasons why you should definitely bu...

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Home buying pointers for young couples

July 19th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

Buying a home with your significant other is a milestone you'll need to prepare for. Before you purchase a home, however, here are a couple of pointers you will need to remember to make the home buying experience smooth and stress-free. ...

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5 Things retirees need to consider before buying a home

June 20th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

Are you retiring soon? Here are a few things to consider before purchasing the home you want to spend the rest of your golden years in. Mortgage qualification Although federal law states that lenders can't discriminate based on age,...

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6 Ways to tell if a home renovation was done well

June 12th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

There are plenty of home sellers who have taken it upon themselves to renovate the property before the sale. The quality, however, varies. Here are 6 foolproof ways you can tell a home renovation was executed well. Take note of the bat...

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How marriage can impact your home loan

April 27th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

When you’re applying for a mortgage, your relationship status is a factor that can directly affect your ability to get a mortgage. While a specific relationship status will not be a primary factor on whether or not you can get a mortgage, d...

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Common inspection requirements for your area

April 5th, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

Home inspections cover a variety of bases. Here are the usual components of a professional home inspection. Structure Involves looking over the floor, wall, roof framing, and ceiling of the home. From the foundational perspective, you'll...

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Featured property: Tavern Island

April 3rd, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

One of the most sought-after properties in Norwalk, CT, Tavern Island is the dream home of many home buyers of different lifestyles and preferences. This stunning estate is located on its very own island, which guarantees plenty of space, tons ...

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Safe rooms are the new luxury home trend

March 23rd, 2017 | Higgins Group Real Estate

What was once a feature designed to keep owners secure during disasters or dangerous situations is now the latest must-have upgrade. “Safe rooms” nowadays have more in common with five-star hotel rooms, rather than bland fallout shelters. ...

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