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Ride Your Horse into Newtown, CT

Horses are a part of life here in Newtown.  It's not uncommon to see people in riding clothes (boots and all) or to see horses around town.  There are many horse trails in town - some that cross privately owned land & some ...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»

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»

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»

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»

Canine Advocates of Newtown, CT

Our office in Newtown, CT likes to get involved in the local community.  A few years ago, our office chose Canine Advocates of Newtown, Inc.  Canine Advocates is a non-profit organization located in Newtown, CT and was formed in ...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»

Newtown, CT Real Estate Statistics - As of 1/28/09

Prudential Connecticut Realty's 4th Quarter 2008 Market Report is out and it is informative as always.  It is broken out into two sections: Single Family Homes and Condominiums.  Under each section is every town along with a ...READ»

Fairfield Hills, Newtown - a Place in Transition

Fairfield Hills is located in Newtown, CT on Wasserman Way, the connecting road between Rt. 25 and Rt. 34.  Fairfield Hills was a State Psychiatric Hospital in operation from the 1930's up into the 1990's.  It is an imposing ...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»

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»

Newtown, CT - # of Short Sales - as of 1/28/09

Back in September, 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 you from time to ...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»

Marriage, Divorce and Buying a Home

When we first started our real estate careers, older Realtors in our office gave us loads of advice.  The one piece of advice that sticks in my mind is about the three most stressful things in life: Getting Married Getting a ...READ»

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»

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»

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»