Price Reduction on Fairfield Rental!

$2975

Located In The Desired University Area, This Beautiful Colonial Is Situated Comfortably On A Corner Lot. An Open Design Allows For Plentiful Sunshine, Accentuating Each Renovated Feature. The Architecturally Satisfying Main Living Areas Feature Hardwood Floors That Effortlessly Flow Into A Unique Kitchen With Cork Floors And Paper Stone Countertops. The Home Boasts 1, 488 Square Feet With 3 Bedrooms And 1.5 Baths. Attention To Detail Is Evident On The Exterior As Well. A Professionally Landscaped Yard Complete With Floral Arrangements Adorn This Immaculate Home.

For more information, contact:

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC
354 Pequot Avenue
Southport, CT  06890
(203) 255-7410

www.compassreg.com

The next time you search for real estate, use this site instead...

Let's face it, in today's real estate market, people just don't wait for their agent to find them the perfect home, they take the initiative and start searching well before they even know who they're going to work with. Unfortunately for them, they're searching on sites that don't update their information as quickly as their customers would like.  This creates frustration for a new buyer when they find the home they set their sites on is already under deposit, or worse, sold! This is an issue we've come across countless times in this industry, which is why we constantly suggest "Listingbook" to our clients. More commonly known amongst insiders of the real estate industry, Listingbook pulls directly from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), so what you're getting is current information all the time.  If an agent changes their listing from "active" to "pending", Listingbook gets that information immediately - long before other real estate websites. It allows you to search just like an agent and provides access to listing data, public records, recent and past sales, community and school information, taxes, loan calculator, shopping and recreation, and much more. If you decide to change your criteria, Listingbook makes it extremely easy to do so. And of course, it doesn't cost you a dime!

Find out why millions of buyers and sellers prefer  LISTINGBOOK over any other online search. GET A FREE LISTINGBOOK ACCOUNT TODAY To obtain your FREE Listingbook account today, contact:   kim@compassreg.com Compass Real Estate Group, LLC 354 Pequot Avenue Southport, CT  06890 (203) 255-7410 www.compassreg.com

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2015 Top New Year's Resolutions

A new year gives us all a chance to make a fresh start. If you were down on your luck with selling your home in 2014, take the 2015 New Year's resolutions approach...

Here's a great article c/o Zillow...

Source: Zillow Digs

Tips & Advice / story / By Brendon DeSimone on 19 Dec 2014

If you’re considering selling your home in 2015, you should know that a lot has probably changed in the real estate market since you last sold. Knowing what works today — and resolving to put the tips and advice of the past to rest — will help you sell your home quickly and for top dollar.

1) Appeal to mobile buyers

Today nearly all home searches begin on a smartphone or tablet — not on the Web, and not using the newspaper.
If you want to get the right kind of buyer activity on your home, you need to make sure that you optimize your listing and your photos for mobile devices. If you use the tips and tricks of a generation past, you may miss out on today’s generation of buyers.

2) Be ready to separate your “home” from your “investment”

Many sellers make the mistake of letting their emotions get the best of them. Selling a home is not like selling a used car — it holds memories and occupies a special place in your heart.
When it comes time to sell, however, it’s important to realize that your home is also an investment. Being able to change your homeowner hat to your investor hat is crucial.
If you are too sentimentally attached to your home, you may reject a good price or fail to negotiate with a serious buyer. Don’t let your emotions sabotage your sale.

3) Don’t list your home until you’re serious about selling

Many homeowners think they’re ready to sell, but they haven’t fully gone through the emotional process of the decision. Do you have a place to go if you sell? Have you fully cleaned and de-cluttered your home? Have you taken your agent’s advice on staging and pricing?
Many sellers list their home before they are truly ready to sell, only to shoot themselves in the foot by overpricing it or not presenting it to the market in its best possible light.

4) Don’t hire just any agent

The agent you used to purchase the home 15 years ago may seem like the logical choice for listing your home this time around. But are they really the best option?
With access to so much information online and so much at stake, sellers should talk to a few agents before committing. Get a referral from someone who recently sold, and use online resources to research agents’ sales activity and expertise.
The right agent makes all the difference and if you have any doubt about an agent’s abilities, hold off on establishing a relationship.

5) Make the best impression online

Nothing frustrates an active and aggressive buyer more than getting an email or mobile notification alert for a new property listing only to get to the listing and not see any photos.
Buyer first impressions today are on the Internet. If you list your home without complete information — including photos, description and accurate data — not only will you turn them off, but they may simply not come back later. 

Moving?

Rob Waupotitsch, Broker

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC

354 Pequot Avenue

Southport, CT  06890

203.255.7410

www.compassreg.com

Wallpaper City

When I asked a friend of mine (who's a real estate agent) why the house down the street from me was on the market for 3 years, he responded with a roll of his eyes and said "Ugh, wallpaper city."

It got me thinking about wallpaper and the love-hate relationship we've formed with it.  Whether you like it or not, it's a design trend that refuses to completely remove itself from the world of home decor. While it waited patiently through a decade of bold paint colors, it has recently made a comeback, returning for the most part as an accent.

If you're hesitant to conform to this trend, take a look at the photos below.  You might change your outlook...

A Little Goes A Long Way

Whether you're a wallpaper fan or not, you don't have to go overboard with the design.  A 360 degree view of the same print can sometimes cause a headache.  Accenting one wall (primarily the focal point of the room) can bring interest without being overwhelming.  On the opposite walls, choose paint colors that pull tones from the wallpaper as seen in the pictures below.

Choosing To Be Bold

Personally, not my taste, but for others who absolutely insist on wallpaper in their homes, it might be.  A bold print can certainly bring a room to life, but it must be paired with furniture that doesn't scream or clash.  Also staying in the color family and style of your decor helps to pull everything together.

Subtle Hints

A tonal look can add a delicate touch to your room.  It can bring an understated sense of texture if your desire is to showcase your furniture more than your walls.  An elegant and safe choice if you're just dipping your toe into the wallpaper pool.

When You Can't Make Up Your Mind

Choosing two different prints in the same color family can really make a statement.  And this option is for those who go back and forth between wallpaper samples, asking friends and family members for their opinions, letting swatches hang on the wall for months at a time, and so on.  Why choose one when you can do both?

Ultimately you'll be the one staring at it, so take your time in making your decision.  And remember, even the most beautiful wallpaper can be a disaster if it's not hung properly, which is why we've attached a link (c/o DIY Network) on how to hang the newest addition in your home...

http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/tips-for-hanging-wallpaper/index.html

And when you get sick of the wallpaper, we've also attached a link on how to remove it...

http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/how-to-remove-wallpaper/index.html

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC

354 Pequot Avenue

Southport, CT  06890

(203) 255-7410

www.compass-reg.com

Article by Kim Fromentin

Easter Dress Code

Hop on the trail to get your table ready for the occasion...

Warm weather, tulips, pastels, all indicative of spring.  Easter also falls into that category, and if it's your turn to host, your table setting can give you a chance to showcase your design skills.  Whether the choice is to go overboard or simple and sophisticated, we've posted a few designs to inspire...

FANCY

Elegant, chic, formal; however you may refer to it, this design is not just about the china or stemware, it's about lighting, textures and overall mood.  This option not only features candles and floral arrangements, but your creative side as well.  Preparing individual menus, place cards, color schemes and festive accessories go hand in hand with the fancy Easter table.  These table settings display an attractive sophistication and can add a serious amount of style to your feast.

               

SIMPLE

Cozy, casual, informal; this style is what most of us are used to.  But don't let "simple" be confused with "uninterested".  The simplest tables can also be the most chic.  And remember, these beautiful tables will soon be full of color and life when the food is added.           

KID-FRIENDLY

If you have kids, then you already know keeping them seated at the table for a long period of time can be a challenge.  Rather than sitting on pins and needles, hoping they don't break your great grandmother's fine china; exchange the elegant white tablecloth and expensive flatware for butcher paper and crayons and let them go to town.  When they're happy, you're happy.  And you can enjoy your meal while they're entertaining themselves.     

The decision to go elegant, festive, casual or kid-friendly is up to you.  Your table should reflect your own personal style and traditions.   Putting too much emphasis on being perfect is bound to raise the stress levels.  So take a deep breath, relax and enjoy the holiday!

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC
354 Pequot Avenue
Southport, CT  06890

www.compassreg.com

*pictures c/o Southern Living, HGTV, BonBon Rose Girls

Make Way for Spring & Summer

A most anticipated action with the arrival of spring is to free yourself of cabin fever and finally emerge into the great outdoors.  Here is a great article c/o HGTV featuring inspired outdoor ideas.  Just click on the link below...

Dreamy Decks & Patios

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC

354 Pequot Avenue

Southport, CT  06890

(203) 255-7410

www.compassreg.com

Spring Ahead to Wilton

Perhaps it's time to shake the doldrums of Winter and celebrate Spring in a new space.  Think walking distance to shops and eateries, basking by the pool on a leisurely afternoon and enjoying a warm sunset on a private patio.

Make yourself at home in this 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom townhouse w/loft that offers easy living on 2 levels. This spacious home features a living room, dining room, kitchen, skylights, large windows, fireplace and built-ins.

Enjoy the coming outdoor season on the lovely private brick patio. Brand new Weber gas grill and patio furniture are provided.

Also on the exterior, a carport, pool and short walk to Wilton Center makes this townhouse a desirable place to call home.

$2650/month







For more information on this property, contact:

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC
354 Pequot Avenue
Southport, CT  06890

(203) 255-7410
www.compassreg.com

Moving? Check out the most popular states Americans are relocating to...

A recent migration study by United Van Lines reveals the top locations in the United States where people are moving.

c/o unitedvanlines.com

UNITED VAN LINES’ ANNUAL MIGRATION STUDY REVEALS OREGON AS TOP MOVING DESTINATION OF 2013

ST. LOUIS - After four straight years as runner-up, Oregon has finally made it to the winner’s circle, and Michigan can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Those are the key findings from United Van Lines’ 37th Annual Migration Study, which tracks the states the company’s customers move to and from during the course of the year. The study found that Oregon is the top moving destination of 2013, with 61 percent of moves to the state inbound ones. And after 16 consecutive years at or near the top of the outbound list, Michigan appeared in the balanced category for 2013. Michigan had claimed the top outbound spot from 2006-2009. The District of Columbia (57 percent inbound) fell to the number five position on the inbound list after five consecutive years as the top moving destination. New additions to the 2013 top inbound list include South Dakota (57 percent), Texas (56 percent) and Colorado (55 percent). “As the nation’s largest household goods mover, United’s shipment data illustrates national state-to-state migration trends,” said Carl Walter, vice president of United Van Lines. “We’ve been tracking the number of inbound and outbound domestic moves for nearly 40 years, and through our study are able to identify the states that are attracting or losing residents.” “Business incentives, industrial growth and relatively lower costs of living are attracting jobs and people to the Southeastern and Western states such as South Dakota, Colorado and Texas,” said Michael Stoll, economist, professor and chair of the Department of Public Policy at the University of California, Los Angeles. “We’re also seeing continued migration to the Pacific Northwest as young professionals and retirees are drawn to amenities including public transit, green space and the local arts and entertainment scene.” United has tracked migration patterns annually on a state-by-state basis since 1977. For 2013, the study is based on household moves handled by United within the 48 contiguous states and Washington, D.C. United classifies states as “high inbound” if 55 percent or more of the moves are going into a state, “high outbound” if 55 percent or more moves were coming out of a state, or “balanced” if the difference of inbound and outbound is negligible. Moving In The top inbound states of 2013 were: Oregon South Carolina North Carolina District of Columbia South Dakota Nevada Texas Colorado The Western U.S. is represented on the high-inbound list by Oregon (61 percent) and Nevada (56 percent). Nevada remained on the high inbound list for the third consecutive year. The Carolinas each made the top five with South Carolina at 60 percent and North Carolina at 58 percent inbound moves. North Carolina has been on the high inbound list every year since 1993, and South Carolina has held a spot on the top inbound list 16 out of the past 18 years. Moving Out The top outbound states for 2013 were: New Jersey Illinois New York West Virginia Connecticut Utah Kentucky Massachusetts New Mexico New Jersey (64 percent) continued to top the high outbound list claiming the top spot for three out of the past four years. Illinois (61 percent) held steady at the number two spot after falling from the top spot in 2011. The Northeast is the most prominent region on the high-outbound traffic list. In addition to New Jersey, New York (61 percent), Connecticut (59 percent) and Massachusetts (56 percent) are also included. Kentucky (56 percent) joined West Virginia (60 percent) as the only Southern states to appear on the high outbound list. New Mexico (55 percent) and Utah (58 percent) represented the Western U.S. on the list. Balanced Several states gained approximately the same number of residents as those that left. Those states include Nebraska, Tennessee, Iowa, Alabama, Louisiana and Indiana. Michigan appeared on the balanced list for the first time since 1997. “After 16 years with a migration deficit, Michigan has joined the balanced category due to improvement in its economy over the past two years,” said Stoll. “Despite having an unemployment rate higher than the national average, home sales and home prices are up showing an increased demand for housing, the state’s per capita income is up, and automakers in Detroit have rebounded and are hiring.” To view new and archived press releases from United, visit the United Van Lines Newsroom. Compass Real Estate Group, LLC 354 Pequot Avenue Southport, CT  06890 (203) 255-7410 www.compassreg.com

A Place to Call Home

If you're looking to spread out, check out our newest rental to the market. A spacious 5 bedroom home located in the North End of Bridgeport, CT. New kitchen, including cabinets, counter tops and appliances. Living room with fireplace, dining room, 2 full baths and a full basement. Private backyard. Convenient to schools, shopping, restaurants and major highways/public transportation. $2400/month


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For more information on this property, contact:

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC

354 Pequot Avenue

Southport, CT  06890

(203) 255-7410

www.compassreg.com

Get The Most Out Of Your Job

Real Estate Professional Job Opening

 

After a very successful 2013, Compass Real Estate Group, LLC has grown and opened its doors in a new location of Southport,CT.  We are looking to expand even more by adding Licensed Real Estate Professionals to our organization.  Full-time and Part-time positions are available.

 

Requirements:

 

·         Licensed Real Estate Professional preferred, but willing to train the right person

·         Desire to work independently

·         Ability to work comfortably with buyers and sellers while showing properties, negotiating contracts, etc.

·         Strong work ethic with excellent communication skills

 

Benefits:

 

·         Generous commission

·         Flexible schedule

·         No desk fees

·         Supportive and energetic atmosphere

 

 

 

 

Join a company that is making its mark in the Real Estate community!

Contact us for more information:

 

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC

354 Pequot Avenue

Southport, CT  06890

 

(203) 255-7410

 

info@compassreg.com

 

And check us out at: www.compass-reg.com

Celebrate Victory

That's exactly what you should do when you land a home in a great spot.  Located on Victory Street, this north end Cape features 1366 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, living room, eat-in kitchen, full basement, 1 car garage, off-street parking and a fenced-in yard.  

Just steps from the Lake Forest area, this property offers a quiet neighborhood setting, yet is still convenient to major highways, restaurants, entertainment and shopping galore. $1,950/month

To schedule a viewing, contact:

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC

354 Pequot Avenue

Southport, CT  06890

(203) 255-7410

www.compassreg.com

Playroom, Wine Cellar or Movie Theater??

Recently posted on www.huffingtonpost.com, here are some innovative ideas that can take your basement to a new level...

The 19 Coolest Things To Do With A Basement

It's hard to see past the limitations of a basement. The space is often dark, damp and unfinished. But a few talented designers were able to see the potential. If we ever won the lottery, we might try one of these really awesome ideas.

Create A Giant Playhouse

Midcentury Kids by Grand Rapids Interior Designers & Decorators Mindi Freng Designs

Have The Bar Of Your Dreams

Craftsman Wine Cellar by Seattle Architects & Designers Board and Vellum

Make A Game Area

Traditional Family Room by Foxboro General Contractors Twin Peaks Construction, LLC

Create A Den

Eclectic Basement by Portland Interior Designers & Decorators Garrison Hullinger Interior Design Inc.

Two Words: Wine Cellar

Mediterranean Wine Cellar by Dallas Interior Designers & Decorators R Brant Design

Play Ping-Pong In Peace

Modern Basement by Chicago Photographers Cynthia Lynn Photography

Have A Nice Quiet Place To Watch TV

Contemporary Media Room by San Francisco Interior Designers & Decorators Lizette Marie Interior Design

Create A Space To Store Your LEGO Collection

Craftsman Basement by Seattle Architects & Designers Board and Vellum

Make A "Loft"-Style Living Space

Modern Basement by Chevy Chase Architects & Designers Wentworth, Inc.

Add Tons Of Storage

Contemporary Basement by Washington Architects & Designers E/L STUDIO

Have An Indoor Hockey Match, Whenever You Want

Contemporary Basement by New York Interior Designers & Decorators Melanie Morris Design

Let The Kids Take Over

Traditional Basement by Greenwich General Contractors DeRosa Builders LLC

Or Let The Adults Take Over With A Brewery

Contemporary Basement by Ottawa Design-Build Firms Just Basements

Hold Band Practice 

Contemporary Basement by Salt Lake City Photographers Lucy Call

Add A Kitchenette

Contemporary Basement by Portland Design-Build Firms Mosaik Design & Remodeling

Make Your Own Art Studio

Eclectic Basement by Atlanta Design-Build Firms MOSAIC Group [Architects and Remodelers]

Create Your Own Sports Memorabilia Museum

Eclectic Basement by Scottsdale Interior Designers & Decorators VM Concept Interior Design Studio

Work Out Without Being Bothered

Contemporary Home Gym by Atlanta Architects & Designers Daniel M Martin, Architect LLC

Go For A Swim

Modern Pool by New York Pools & Spas Design by Guncast

(c/o Huffington Post)

Compass Real Estate Group, LLC
354 Pequot Avenue
Southport, CT 06890

(203) 255-7410
www.compass-reg.com