Many interior design styles call for furnishings that are vintage or well-worn. Apart from style, secondhand decor and furniture can be an inexpensive and practical alternative to purchasing brand new items. Regardless of whether you’re looking for the perfect piece for looks or for function, we’ve put together some tips for how to find and use secondhand decor...

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay It may be tempting to purchase your first home without the help of a real estate agent. If you want to risk not having professional help to buy your first house, you can, but you’ll be leaving a lot of benefits on the table and assuming all the risks. The Benefits of...

Image by Paul Brennan from Pixabay Building a new home is more affordable than many people realize, and it’s sometimes even cheaper to build new than to buy previously owned. Some tactics can make what’s already an affordable home solution even more affordable. If you’re looking to build but are on a budget, here are four ways to...

Image by Pete Linforth from Pixabay Property buyers today may think of a credit union as an alternative form of lending and ultimately meant for people who don't fit the stereotypical borrower. But this assumption may a little unfair once you learn the facts. Credit unions present several unique opportunities that you simply won't find anywhere else. We'll...

Home automation can be a combination of different devices, or you can turn it into a central system that controls everything from your security to your lights. The question is, what's the best way to keep all of your technology organized so it can all work together? Minimizing hiccups in your experience starts with having an idea of...

For several years now, tiny homes have been popping up on Pinterest and across social media as unique and inviting living spaces. However, most recently, the tiny home trend has evolved into an even more eco-friendly option - shipping container homes. Shipping container homes are residential dwellings that are created out of empty shipping containers that are no...

Image by Jojje from Shutterstock Many people own homes through a mortgage agreement. Traditional mortgages are primarily fully amortized or gradually paid off with regular payments over the lifetime of the loan. Each payment contributes to both the principal and the interest. A balloon mortgage is a short-term home loan with fixed-rate monthly payments that only take care...

From cozy nooks inside your home to bedrooms that are quaint and quiet, small spaces may feel difficult to decorate — but they don't have to be. In fact, there are endless possibilities for adding decor to these tiny spots in your home. Here are a few tips to help you get started decorating those smaller areas: Use...

Charming Cape in AA Zone right on the edge of Winton Park. Desirable University location just 5 minutes to Fairfield Center, Train Station and all commuter routes. Lovely Master Bedroom Suite. Formal Living Room with fireplace. Formal Dining Room. Family Room overlooking .84 acre private lot. Two car garage and large unfinished basement for tons of storage. Great In-Town location! Gas Line in...

Well maintained and updated Colonial located in a private lake community at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with lake front views that border State Forest on the side. Private beach with boat docks, boat ramp and canoe/kayak racks, along with plenty of hiking trails. New Kitchen with large granite counter tops and plenty of cabinetry. updated bathrooms. New top of the line vinyl "cedar impressions" siding, and new Azek trim. New well pump, new gutters with leaf guard. Feel like you are on vacation all year...

Fairfield University Area Ranch. Quiet serene street close to everything. Walk to Train Station. Spacious with all good size rooms. The den off of the dining room has a closet and recessed slider doors and can be a fourth bedroom. The .62 acre property is very private with a stone patio. There is another structure on the property which can be a second garage, storage for a boat or anything else you may need to store. Interior was just freshly painted. Call agent for...

Great chance to get into Trumbull! Perfect for first time homebuyer or for someone looking to downsize. Remodeled bathroom. Partially finished basement. New oil tank in basement, new chimney liner, newer furnace and hot water heater. Two driveways, rear one leads to garage, one in front for extra off street parking. Located on a quiet, desirable street in a great neighborhood and convenient to all amenities including shopping, restaurants, recreation, parks, and all commuter routes. Large .40 acre lot. There are recording devices in the...