If you are looking for one floor living, this 2/3BR Ranch Home for Sale in Tolland CT is a must see!  This beautiful 2 or 3BR 2BA Ranch is located on a quiet residential street.   At 59 Plains Road in Tolland you will have 1672 sq ft of one floor living space and a large open floor plan.  The large kitchen and dining area have beautiful wood floors with a large pantry with built-ins and lots of oak cabinets in the kitchen.  The huge living room has a beautiful stone fireplace with a wood stove and sliders leading to a large 3 season porch that offers beautiful views of the backyard and peaceful surroundings. This great 3BR ranch one floor living home for sale is a beautiful and relaxing space with big windows offering a light-filled and spacious environment.  In this 2/3Br Ranch Home fo... 07/16/2014

“Social Media Worked in Manchester, Vernon & Tolland, CT” I have been blogging on a regular basis for 13 months. If you are in business and you have a message, rest assured someone will want to hear it. Below is the blog that I wrote in April and within three days, I took three mortgage applications from folks in Manchester, Vernon and Tolland, CT. These were all folks that owed more on their homes than they were worth and were desperate to refinance, so that they could lower their monthly payments. They all went to their local banks previously and they couldn’t help them, but when they read my blog on this topic, all immediately contacted me. Two of the three loans have already closed, the other will close next week.   “The Harp 2.0 Challenges, Some Old/New Issues” By: Joe Petrowsky, R... 06/27/2012

  One of my favorite local events is Mug Day at Birch Mountain Pottery. This year it will be on Saturday, May 5, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.   Owner Susan Gerr has been busy making her beautiful mugs and is sure to have the perfect mug for you. I already own many, but each is unique. I think mugs also make the perfect gift because who doesn't like a special hand-made gift?   In addition to a huge selection of mugs, there are also plenty of one-of-a-kind gifts for Mother's Day, graduations, showers, and weddings, including serving bowls, dishes, cream and sugar sets, sushi sets, and decorative pieces.   But the really great thing about Mug Day is that it is a festive occasion, with live music, delicious food and beverages, and a very happy atmosphere.   If you have never been to M... 05/03/2012

Another Home Sold by Kristina Zack!  24 Farmbrook Rd Tolland, Ct For $416,000 on 1/31/2012 Santini Custom Built Home  4 Bedroom 2.5 bathrooms, Custom Cabinets, Hardwood Floors, 9ft Ceilings, Walk in Closets in  each bedroom & Views! Generator Hookup, Sprinkler System to name a few amenities. My buyer is enjoying this home so far. If you would like to learn more about how I can market your home or would like to find your dream home in a premier neighborhood like this one, feel free to give me a call at 860.307.9600 or visit my website at www.RealtorKris.com to start your search 03/03/2012

“Refinancing an 8% Mortgage in Tolland CT”   That’s right 8%! You would be shocked how many 6% to 8% mortgages are still out there. Bill was referred by his neighbor, actually for over a year. Here was a 6' plus imposing figure of a man, when asked why have you not refinanced before this, he answered “THE PROCESS SCARES ME TO DEATH”. He also distrusted anyone in the mortgage business, also mentioned he didn’t have much use for the banks, as they are in the news every day, for something shady.   He told me that in 2006 he had some financial difficulty and needed to take some equity out of his home to pay for some medical bills. Because his credit was not perfect, he had to get one of “THOSE” mortgages. He of course was referring to a subprime mortgage. Not willing to take and adjustable ... 01/23/2012

2011 Holiday Open House at Birch Mountain Pottery!   This Saturday, December 3, 2011, is the annual Holiday Open House at Birch Mountain Pottery in Tolland CT!  The festivities begin at 10:00 a.m. and go until 4:00 p.m.  Susan Gerr, owner of Birch Mountain Pottery, has been busy creating one-of-a-kind gifts that will be perfect for anyone on your list. You will find beautiful mugs, serving dishes, bowls, vases, sushi sets, and other gifts that you won't find anywhere else.  If you want a sneak peak at her beautiful work, you can see the gallery.   In addition to her beautiful pottery, she also showcases other artisans who have created jewelry, baskets, textiles, photography, carved wood items, soaps and lotions, etc.  You will be sure to find the perfect gifts!   Delicious holiday-inspi... 11/29/2011

Can you relate to this?So today could be a really bad day, OR a really great day...I'm not really sure why I am even writing this, but I wanted to share what I have learned from 15 plus years of credit repair.1) The legal system is flawed. No big surprise here.I respect the institution, but a lot of the times the court system causes more harm than good.2) Never Give Up. Ever.And when I say "ever" I mean it. Till the last breath of air has been stolen from your lungs, you keep fighting.You have to have a willingness to go the distance in life and in business.Broken, beaten, bloody, no matter what. GET BACK UP.I can tell you it has not been easy, there has been days when it took ever ounce of willpower I have.But when it comes to your kids, or your loved ones. There is never a moment you ... 10/27/2011

Tolland CT Market Report for September 2011 It was a stunning September for Tolland CT real estate.  Posting the highest month in 2011, September came in at 20 closed sales with a median price of $297,575.  This September also showed significant gains over last September, which had 10 closed sales with a median price of $234,000.    Here is the breakdown by price range:   Price Range September 2011 September 2010 Under $100,000 - - $100,000-$149,999 - - $149,999-$199,999 5 1 $200,000-$249,999 2 5 $250,000-$299,999 4 1 $300,000-$349,999 3 1 $350,000-$399,999 2 2 Over $400,000 4 - Total 20 10   What was behind this jump in sales? We can only speculate, but Tolland has always been prized for its school system and it was named one of the top places to live by Money Magazine.  Did people rea... 10/12/2011

Wet Basement Tolland, CT? Basement Waterproofing Contractors in Tolland, CT   Wet Basement Tolland, CT? Basement Waterproofing Contractors in Tolland, CT Lack of proper drainage causes pooling water around your basement which leads to hydrostatic pressure on the walls. When left unattended this pressure can result in foundation damage, causing foundation cracks, bowed walls, and foundation settlement. If this has happened to you, it is time for a basement waterproofing specialist to eliminate your wet basement problems. Use these three tips to make sure you hire an excellent contractor at a good price. 1. Before The Basement Waterproofing Contractor Starts, Check Their Insurance and License. Do some due diligence before hiring the waterproof contractor to repair the wet basement in Toll... 09/03/2011

  Roof Repair Tolland, CT   Roof Repair Tolland, CT Your roof may be leaking, or you have identified a new damp water spot on your ceiling, it is time for roof repair in Tolland, CT . Maybe you know it is time to replace your current roof. Use these five tips to make sure you hire a excellent contractor at a good price.   1. Before The Roofing Contractor Starts Check The Insurance and License. Do some due diligence before hiring the contractor to do the roof repairs in Tolland, CT . Ask them to provide proof of liability insurance and workers compensation insurance. One must, is the Department of Consumer Protection in Connecticut to verify the contractor's license. The state has an online license look up. Look online, do they have a web site, are they listed on Yelp, what are the revi... 09/03/2011

Avoid These Kitchen Contractors in Tolland, CT – Connecticut   Avoid These Kitchen Contractors in Tolland, CT – Connecticut Your kitchen may be outdated, or you may feel as though you need something new and exciting in your home; either way, it is time to search for kitchen contractors in Tolland. Finding kitchen contractors won’t be difficult, but determining which contractor you will hire for the kitchen remodel can sometimes be challenging. You want quality and craftsmanship in your kitchen, not a mess of mistakes attempted to be hidden. Unfortunately, there are many kitchen contractors that aren’t professional and can put you and your home’s value at risk. To avoid working with an unsafe kitchen contractor, follow these four steps, and feel confident that you will be working with a ... 09/03/2011

Dangerous Bathroom contractors in Tolland, CT – Connecticut   Dangerous Bathroom contractors in Tolland, CT – Connecticut Your bathroom may be outdated, or you may feel as though you need something new and exciting in your home; either way, it is time to search for Bathroom contractors in Tolland. It is simple finding Bathroom contractors, but deciding which contractor you will hire for the bathroom remodel can sometimes be difficult. You want quality craftsmanship in your new bathroom, not numerous mistakes attempted to be hidden. Unfortunately, there are many dangerous Bathroom contractors that can put you and your home’s value at risk. To avoid working with a dangerous bathroom contractor, follow these four steps, and feel confident that you will soon be working with a professional b... 09/03/2011

With total U.S. consumer debt at about $2.42 trillion dollars, according to an August 2010 G.19 report by the Federal Reserve, it’s no surprise that many individuals and families often contemplate controversial solutions in order to pay off loan and credit card debts. As U.S. consumption continues to outpace income, foreclosures increase, and young adult and student debts become more and more of an issue, the desperation to pay down debts continues to grow. Debt is a serious issue all over the country. In a recent letter to a South Oregon newspaper, a man asked advice columnist Bruce if he should raid his retirement account to pay off debt. Such letters exemplify the extreme measures people are contemplating to try to solve their debt problems. The advice seeker complained of having $15... 08/10/2011

Market Report for Tolland CT ~ June 2011   During June 2011, there were 12 closed sales in Tolland CT with a median price of $281,000.  During June 2010, there were 13 homes sold with a median price of $292,900. So the median priced has dropped somewhat over last June.   If we look at the previous two months, April and May, the housing market in June in Tolland was more active.  In  May there were 7 closed sales with a median price of $225,000, while in April, there were also 7 closed sales with a median price of $168,000. Here are the number of homes sold by price range: Price Range June 2011 June 2010 Under $100,000 - - $100,000-$149,999 - - $149,999-$199,999 2 - $200,000-$249,999 4 5 $250,000-$299,999 - 2 $300,000-$349,999 1 - $350,000-$399,999 4 1 Over $400,000 1 5 Total 12 13 Anoth... 08/01/2011

Mug Day at Birch Mountain Pottery is May 7, 2011!   Every year on the day before Mother's Day, Susan Gerr of Birch Mountain Pottery in Tolland, CT holds Mug Day.  She spends weeks before Mug Day creating many beautiful mugs in all shapes, sizes, and colors so that everyone can find their "perfect" mug.  Mug Day will be held at 223 Merrow Road in Tolland, CT from 10:00 to 4:00.  There will be live entertainment from 11:00-1:00 and refreshments will be served (always delicious!).  You can check out the mugs, but you are also welcome to browse the shop for other one-of-a-kind items, such as salad bowls, sushi sets, serving pieces, vases, pitchers, sugar and creamer sets, etc.  Her work is really beautiful and would make a perfect gift for Mother's Day or any other occasion.   Stop in any t... 05/01/2011

While the number of homes sold in 2010 was down from 2009, the median price was up slightly in Tolland CT.  In 2010, there were 104 closed sales, while in 2009, there were 130 closed sales.   The median price was $272,200 in 2010 and $269,250 in 2009. As was reported for other towns, Tolland also showed a peak in home sales during the second quarter as a result of the homebuyer tax credit, which expired on June 30, 2010.   Here are the number of sales by month in 2010: There was great variability in median price by month, from a low of $209,000 to a high of $380,000.  Let's take a look at the median price by month in 2010: Tolland is a sought-after community that offers homes in all price ranges, including starter homes, new construction, and elegant spacious homes in lovely neighborhoo... 02/11/2011

With tightened mortgage restrictions, many need to push up their FICO score just to obtain a home.  Researchers have recently analyzed interest rate quotes using the real estate website Zillow.com.  Alarmingly, their findings show that those with credit scores of 620 or below are likely unable to obtain a mortgage at all in today's market. According to reports, provided by FICO, over 25% of all American adults fall into this category.  With a quarter of the population having virtually no access to legitimate mortgage loans, the services of credit repair specialists are absolutely crucial while banks continue to protect themselves from risk. Another quarter of the US population is represented by FICO scores between 620 and 720.  According to experts, records kept by Zillow.com show that ... 01/31/2011

  one day a blond decides that she is going to paint a couple of rooms in the house, while her husband is off at work Her husband arrives home at 5:30 and detects the distinctive smell of paint. He walks into the living room and finds his wife lying on the floor in a pool of sweat. He notices that she is wearing a ski jacket and a fur coat at the same time. He goes over and asks her if she is OK. She replies, "Yes." He asks what she is doing. She replies that she wanted to prove to him that not all blonde women are dumb and she wanted to do it by painting the house. He then asks her why she has on a ski jacket and a fur coat. She replies that she was reading the directions on the paint can and they said, "For best results, put on two coats." ☺  MattToll Free: 888-NCFIXER (623-4937)Toll... 12/12/2010

 The CARD ACT does NOT cover business credit cards! In an attempt to work around the restrictions imposed by the new Credit CARD Act, some credit card issuers have started offering small-business credit cards. Called "professional" credit cards, these credit offers are going out not only to small business owners and entrepreneurs but to unsuspecting consumers. I would advise business owners and consumers to carefully read all the fine print before they apply for one of these cards.  Unbeknownst to those who sign up, professional credit cards are not covered under the federal government's new credit card regulations and can wind up burdening card holders with sky-high interest rates and hefty penalty fees. No law restricts issuers of professional credit cards from jacking up interest rat... 12/12/2010

Holiday Open House:  Birch Mountain Pottery in Tolland CT Susan Gerr of Birch Mountain Pottery will be celebrating 25 years in business this year with her annual Holiday Open House to be held on Saturday, December 4, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Holiday Open House will be held in her studio and shop at 223 Merrow Road in Tolland.  On display will be Susan's beautiful pottery as well as the work of other artists, including weavers, potters, photographers, jewelry makers, etc.  It is a perfect opportunity to start some holiday shopping, picking up some one-of-a-kind handmade gifts. In addition to browsing in the shop, you can enjoy the music of live musicians as well as sample some of the delicious refreshments that will be on hand.  This is sure to be a festive occasion that wil... 11/17/2010