Homes for sale in Glastonbury are grounded in the rich history of New England.  Founded in 1693, the town played a substantial role in the revolutionary war, as it was home to a factory owned by George Stocking that produced gun powder.  After the revolution, the town gained a reputation as a ship building hub, because of its plentiful oak forests, and strong supply of running water.  The town became an industrial center towards the end of the 19th century, becoming the home of the first soap manufacturing company in the country.  Glastonbury was substantial during the great wars of the 20th century as well, supplying clothing and leather to many allied countries. Today, a vibrant agricultural industry surrounds homes for sale in Glastonbury, adding to its pleasantly rural atmosphere. H... 11/16/2010

While in the market for a new home, you’ll find that your Glastonbury realtor can offer a unique combination of prestige and value.  Known as the wealthiest town east of the Connecticut River, Glastonbury is situated about 10 minutes east of Connecticut’s capital, and is just a short distance from the huge retail centers of Manchester, West Hartford and Newington. Glastonbury is a great bedroom community for Hartford commuters, as it is such a short distance away, yet significantly farther in terms of atmosphere.  You can still find Sprawling farms and open fields among the towns back roads; just allow your Glastonbury realtor to give you a hand in locating the home that is right for you. Your Glastonbury realtor will show you homes in the area that are situated in a town rich with hist... 11/16/2010

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about networking and making the best use of your time.  Hopefully some of those tips were helpful.  If you are becoming more comfortable with being out and about, what is the next step in helping your business grow?  In the city I live in, Las Vegas, you can pretty much network 24/7 every day of the week and a lot of it is Free or inexpensive, i.e. $10-$20 fee to participate.  How do you decide if "joining" a networking referral group makes sense versus going to various events that do not require a membership?  I am constantly receiving emails,  LinkedIn and Facebook invitations to events that occur on a regular basis but do not require a membership. Some cater to a younger audience, some cater more to women - it pretty much runs the gamut.  What to do?  Fr... 07/29/2010

Have you ever been to a networking event where people are consistently handing you their business card?  No sooner do they do that than they are telling you exactly why you need their product or service.  Once they get the inkling that you are not an immediate customer, they move on.  Not sure how they determine that since you probably have not been able to say much as they ramble on about themselves and their product/service.  Sound familiar?  You bet, we've all been there wishing we were home.  Networking is an art and it takes practice. It's about opening a door and allowing a relationship to begin.  How do you effectively open that door?  When you approach someone you don't know at a networking event (don't stand around talking to all the people you do know), here are a few suggesti... 07/20/2010

It was another banner week for Treasuries and mortgage rates. A number of concerns regarding the global economic picture kept money flowing into the safe haven of U.S. Treasuries.  In addition, a number of weaker-than-expected economic reports proved once again that we have a long way to go before we can say, "It's over." On Monday the G20 nations pledged to cut deficits drastically.  This cultivated fear that huge deficit reductions could slow economic growth, and heavy buying in Treasuries followed.  The yield on the benchmark 10-year note, which moves inversely to price, fell to 3.03% from 3.11% the previous Friday. Data on personal income/spending for May were released.  Spending was up 0.2%, while savings rose 0.4% -- the highest level in eight months.  Income also rose 0.4%.  But ... 07/05/2010

I hope that all of you are enjoying this beautiful, sunny, Father's Day.  The weather, here in Connecticut, is warmer than usual and we are thrilled to have it.  Good for picnics, going for walks and for swimming!   It made the day, more fun and with more choices for Dad to enjoy himself. I delivered my Father's Day popbys to my clients and friends.  They were barbecue sauce and a screen tent to place over food, wihile it's waiting to be cooked.  Very well received by my Dad clients and friends. Anything to help make Dad's day a bit easier.  Car wash, car wax, and new washing elements are well received, too.  We went out for pizza last night with one of our Daughters and our Son.  Tonight we are heading for a picnic at my Daugter and Son-in-Law's home in Glastonbury, Ct.  What an easy w... 06/20/2010

Donna Mansfield and I set out to create a website that showcases Glastonbury Connecticut.  Whether you are an existing resident or moving here from afar, you can search this site for detailed information about our town.  We are proud to part of the Glastonbury experience and are eager to share our insights and knowledge with you. Please be sure to visit our site: www.WeKnowGlastonbury.com   05/10/2010

Glastonbury....New England Grace on the Connecticut River Quintessential New England grace distinguishes Glastonbury, situated on the eastern border of the Connecticut River in central Connecticut, just nine miles southeast of Hartford, the state Capitol.  For all its near proximity to the urban sophistication, Glastonbury is a quietly historic haven that was founded in 1693.  The broad Main Street's gracious homes and classic Town Green vividly evoke the past; The Old Cider Mill, circa the early 1800's and the most antique mill, is still pressing delicious refreshments; the Glastonbury- Rocky Hill Ferry, the oldest continually operating ferry in the country, has been bringing inhabitants over the water since 1655. Striking a balance between meeting the current needs of its citizens and... 05/10/2010

The overall media reporting of the current climate in the real estate industry has left many questions in the buyers and sellers minds.  Now, more than ever before, Buyers will look at price, availability and trends while sellers look to see what the best price they will get for their house.  As a Glastonbury Realtor, I know what is happening with our market and felt it would be useful to share this insight in a thoughtful way so as to help take away some of the mystery and hopefully answer some questions you may have had.  I am taking a look at the 2010 "early" Spring market; March, as it compares to this time last year.  The Median Sales Price in March of 2010 for single family homes was $360,050, up 12.5% from $320,000 in March of 2009 and up 9.1% from $330,000 last month and the Med... 05/06/2010

   This past Easter, there was only my mom and myself for dinner.  With this, I couldn't see cooking a huge meal.. so we opted to go out and eat.  Now for the question of ...Where?  We were looking for a place that was serving a buffet.. not a sit down dinner.  This way we could take our time and not feel rushed.  We were looking for a place that had a relaxed atmosphere, but at the as time had an upscale ambiance.  Most restaurants were closing at 2pm, which made it tight when you attending church. Much to our surprise and joy we found a restaurant in Glastonbury CT,.  It is called Angelico's On the Boulevard.  We didn't have reservations but they were able to accommodate us anyway.. and they were open until 4pm.  When we got there, Elisha (the manager) greeted us and brought us to our... 04/12/2010

Glastonbury Real Estate Market Action Report February, 2010 The data for the month of February 2010 as it relates to properties for sale in Glastonbury is:  Property Sales Inventory Market Time Selling Price vs. Original Listing Price    Property SalesThe number of homes that sold in Glastonbury CT in February 2010 was 8.  This was a decrease of 55.6% compared to 18 properties that sold the prior month.  This was also a decrease of 69.2% from 26 properties sold in February 2009.    InventoryThe number of homes available for sale in Glastonbury has remained pretty consistent over the last several years.  The total inventory of properties available as of February 2010 was 197 which is an increase of 13.2% from 174 in January, although down 10.9% from 221 properties for sale in Glastonbury... 03/11/2010

11 Pepperbush Lane  Glastonbury Ct $199,500           A Condo worthy of an Emmy Award, Maybe Two One of the best locations in the complex; oversized deck with wooded privacy; open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout; finished basement ideal for play room or entertaining; easy access to highways, parks, and central Glastonbury Ct business area. Amenities: Open Floor Plan Flooring: Wood, Vinyl Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Hood Cooling: Central Air Heat System: Warm Air Heat Fuel: Natural Gas Hot Water Heater: Owned Hot Water Source: Natural Gas Sewer: Public Sewer Connected Water Source: Public Water Connected New Construction: No Attic: Hatch Opening, Storage Space   Basement Info: Fully Finished Exterior Features: Porch Exterior Siding: Wood Pr... 03/08/2010

Homes for Sale in GlastonburyReal Estate Market Action Report for January, 2010 The data for the month of January 2010 as it relates to homes for sale in Glastonbury is:  Property Sales Inventory Market Time Selling Price vs. Original Listing Price    Property SalesThe number of homes that sold in Glastonbury CT in January 2010 was 16.  This was a decrease of 36% compared to 25 homes that sold the prior month.  This was also equal to 16 homes sold in January 2009.    InventoryThe number of homes available for sale in Glastonbury has remained pretty consistent over the last several years.  The total inventory of properties available as of January 2010 was 174 which is an increase of 5.5% from 165 in December, although down 8.4% from 190 homes for sale in Glastonbury in January of 2009.  ... 02/13/2010

  Glastonbury CT Realty Market ReportDecember 2009 Welcome to Glastonbury, Connecticut!!  Having a better understanding of the current Glastonbury realty market conditions is critical in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a home in Glastonbury.  To keep you up to date, I have included Glastonbury 2009's market profile and trends for your consideration.   Property SalesDecember Property sales were 24, equal to 24 in December of 2008 and -46.7% lower than the 45 sales last month. December 2009 sales were at their lowest level compared to December of 2008 and 2007. December YTD sales of 428 are running 3.4% ahead of last year's year-to-date sales of 414.   Inventory & MSIThe Total Inventory of Properties available for sale as of December was 168, down -5... 02/02/2010

  Glastonbury CT Real Estate Market ReportNovember 2009 Welcome to Glastonbury, Connecticut!!  Having a better understanding of the current Glastonbury real estate market conditions is critical in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a home in Glastonbury.  To keep you up to date, I have included November 2009's market profile and trends for your consideration.   Property SalesNovember Property sales were 45, up 95.7% from 23 in November of 2008 and 18.4% higher than the 38 sales last month. November 2009 sales were at their highest level compared to November of 2008 and 2007. November YTD sales of 404 are running 3.6% ahead of last year's year-to-date sales of 390.   Inventory & MSIThe Total Inventory of Properties available for sale as of November was... 02/01/2010

The Glastonbury market median sales prices dropped 16% from 2008 to 2009, moving from $388,000 to $325,000. The number of houses closing was stable, from 316 sales in 2008 to 313 sales in 2009 (based on Multiple Listing Service statistics as of January 26, 2009). For the successful sales in 2009, median days-on-market was just 42---well-priced & well-marketed homes continued to sell! The median list price of sold properties decreased almost 13%, from $399,900 in 2008 to $349,000 in 2009. The range in prices buyers paid to live in Glastonbury in 2009-- $101,500 to $1,200,000 (in 2008, this range was from $150,000 to $2.1M).  The recession was buffered by the first-time buyer's tax credit, making it easier to sell more modestly-priced properties! This does not mean that your property is w... 01/25/2010

by Harlan Levy, The Journal Inquirer Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 The Journal Inquirer  | Harlan Levys Consumer Diary Over the weekend my wife and her brother finally succeeded in selling their late mother's 45-year-old house in Armonk, N.Y., after months on the market starting last summer. The sale price was about $150,000 below its original list price.What a bummer, especially since within a week of the listing a neighbor's adult children had checked the house out a few times, complained about several problems, and ended up offering $75,000 less than the list price. But my brother-in-law was fed up with their endless dithering and flatly rejected them, sure that the list price would attract a buyer. He was so adamant that my wife couldn't argue. Wrong! No one even looked at ... 12/14/2009

How to settle a collection account: Part 2 of a 3 part series In Part one I went over validating the debt.  Now what?  Let's assume 45 days has passed since you certified mail your letter.  You are going to find that 80% of your validation letters go unanswered.  If the collector failed to respond to your validation request, you want to send them another certified mail letter stating that that have violated the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act by not validating your debt within the required 30 day time frame and as such they may be subject to a $1,000 fine.  Also send them a copy of the original letter and your documentation that it was sent certified mail to them and received. If the collector was one of the 20% who actually respond to a validation letter, you want to examine the doc... 08/19/2009

Comparing the Glastonbury market median sales prices for the first half of 2009 ($320,000) to the corresponding period for 2008 ($392,300), the 18+% decrease is significant. This does not mean that everyone in town has lost 20% of the value of their houses; there are many indications that buyers in Glastonbury this year are choosing to be conservative, buying more modestly-priced properties. There are also more modestly-priced homes for sale in town. If we look at the median sales, by price paid, we see that $320,000 in 2009 bought 119 Spring Street, a restored antique colonial with 2,100 sf, 8 rooms, 3 bedrooms and 2.1 baths on a .35 acre lot with a 2-car garage. The median sale price of $392,300 in 2008 bought 310 Eastbury Hill Road, a 2,144 sf colonial with 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, and 2... 08/13/2009

The Glastonbury market is looking better in May 2009 compared to May 2008 (but still is far behind year-to-date numbers for 2008)! There were 46 deposits taken during the month of May. The activity varied by market segment, with more sales of homes priced under $450,000 (28 this year versus 16 for the same period last year). During May 2008 there were only 37 deposits taken for single-family homes. Under $200,000                  5 $200,000 to $250,000         0 $250,000 to $300,000         7 $300,000 to $350,000         6 $350,000 to $450,000        10 $450,000 to $550,000          7 $550,000 to $650,000          2 $650,000 to $750,000          7 Over $750,000                    2 The number of houses which have closed for the first five months of the year is down significantly! Throug... 06/10/2009