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Bob and Richelle Ward

The Steps to Purchasing a Home

The Steps to Purchasing a Home.  Many people will give you advice on how to purchase a home.  They mean well, but most people you know haven't purchased a home recently and their information could be outdated.This blog ...READ»

What Is Foreclosure?

What is foreclosure?  This question at the top of our list of frequently answered questions (FAQ)!  Many buyers and sellers have heard the term "foreclosure", but many are not really sure as what it ...READ»

5 Buck Trail, Newtown, CT - Just Listed

5 Buck Trail, Newtown, CT has just been listed for sale by BOB & RICHELLE WARD, Realtors, ABRListed Price: $729,900 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms 3,253 Square Feet 2.62 Acres Stunning French Country Colonial built in 2001 ...READ»

Walk the Dog is Not a Just a YoYo Trick

Riley, the Real Estate Dog, should probably have his own blog!  He's always working hard at real estate and when he's not, he likes to go for a walk.  The good thing about a dog walk, is that it's pretty portable and you ...READ»

5 Megans Circle, Newtown, CT - Just Listed

BOB & RICHELLE WARD along with DEBRA TRILLHAASE have just listed this home for sale.   Listed Price: $689,900 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms 3,179 Square Feet 1.66 Acres   ~ Public Open House - ...READ»

50 Things to Like About Living in Newtown, CT

A while ago, the Realtors in our office compiled this list of 50 Things to Like About Living in Newtown, CT.  We thought it was fun and a great post for our blog, www.LifeinNewtown.com!  If we missed something, please let us know ...READ»

Prudential Connecticut Realty Goes Mobile With New Smartphone App

Prudential Connecticut Realty (PCR) is a very technology forward company and all the Realtors are encouraged to be "up" on technology as PCR readies itself to attract the younger generations:  Gen Y and the ...READ»

Sometimes, You Have to Kiss a Lot of Frogs

OK, so you're trying to find a home to buy and you're going out every weekend.  You search Realtor.com so much, you know the inventory better than your Realtor.  You've memorized the multiple listing service (MLS) numbers of ...READ»

Ice Cream in Newtown, CT

Summer has finally arrived.  And summer = ice cream! There are many places to go for ice cream in the local area.  There are Friendy's restaurants, Carvel Ice Cream, Dr. Mike's in Bethel & Monroe, Haagen-Dazs and Rich ...READ»

10 Elizabeth Street, Newtown, CT - Just Listed

BOB & RICHELLE WARD have just listed this home for sale.  Listed at $429,900. 1,683 Square Feet .43 Acres 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathroom Nicely maintained and updated 4 bedroom, 2 bath Cape with 2 car attached garage ...READ»

Newtown, CT - # of Short Sales - as of 5/31/09

Back in September 2008, we posted a blog titled "Short Sale - What is It?".  We think this is useful information as we frequently explain what a short sale is to both buyers and sellers.  Our intention is to update ...READ»

How Are Property Taxes Determined in Newtown, CT?

OK, this is NOT an exciting subject, but one that we are asked about quite a bit.  Both buyers and sellers ask us about property taxes and how the Town of Newtown determines the amount due for each property. Basically, the ...READ»

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Newtown, CT - # of Short Sales - as of 3/21/09

Back in September 2008, we posted a blog titled "Short Sale - What is It?".  We think this is useful information as we frequently explain what a short sale is to both buyers and sellers.  Our intention is to update ...READ»

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Spring Arrives to Newtown, CT!

Spring has arrived to Newtown, CT!  Last night, we were looking out our kitchen window at our backyard (we have blogged about our backyard before).  The animal activity was in high gear! We first noticed all the young deer ...READ»

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8 Elm Drive, Newtown, CT - Just Listed

BOB & RICHELLE WARD have just listed this home for sale.  Priced to $319,900. Click on photos to enlarge. Charming in-town 3 bedroom ranch that overlooks the Ram's Pasture!  Beautiful useable land with a ...READ»

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What Have Newtown, CT Real Estate Values Done Since 2003?

Home values are important whether you are planning to buy a home or sell a home.  They are a major topic of conversation and are on the minds of many people.  Each day the news media tell us about large double digit declines ...READ»

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28 Schoolhouse Hill Road, Newtown, CT - Just Listed

BOB & RICHELLE WARD have just listed this home for sale.  Priced to $429,900. BEST IN CLASS!  This quality 4 BR, 2.5 BA home located in the desirable Borough of Newtown features a dramatic Living Room w/brick fireplace, ...READ»

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Kindergarten Registration - Newtown, CT 2009/2010 School Year

Newtown, CT Public Schools will begin registering children for kindergarten during the month of April 2009.  If your child will turn five years old by December 31, 2009, he or she is eligible to register for school.  ...READ»

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Newtown's F.A.I.T.H Food Pantry

Prudential Connecticut Realty's Newtown Office located at 33 Church Hill Road is a collection point for the F.A.I.T.H. Food Pantry.  The F.A.I.T.H. Food Pantry has been in existence at the St. John's Episcopal Church at 5 ...READ»

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A Great Pairing: Newtown, CT and LifeinNewtown.com

Hello Newtown and welcome to our blog, LifeinNewtown.com!  Recently, we took out a small classified ad in the real estate section of The Newtown Bee.  Our simple ad has just www.LifeinNewtown.com.  We feel it is time to ...READ»