Connecticut’s Housing Market Is Starting to Look Different but don't expect a Crash October 2026 Over the past few years, one of the biggest challenges for Connecticut home buyers has been simple: there just haven’t been enough homes for sale.That is beginning to change.I’ve been watching the inventory numbers closely, particularly here in Central Connecticut and...
by John Smolenski
September 2026 Central Connecticut Real Estate Market Update: Wallingford, Meriden & Nearby Towns If you have been watching the housing market in Wallingford, Meriden, Cheshire, or surrounding Central Connecticut communities, you may be wondering whether higher mortgage rates are finally causing home prices to fall. So far, the answer locally is largely no. Mortgage rates...
by John Smolenski
Meriden, CT Real Estate Market Update: July 2026 Living in the Meriden community is a great place to call home. It's no wonder that the Meriden housing market continued to produce higher home values in the latest available SmartMLS data, even as the number of completed sales declined. Inventory improved modestly, but buyers still had only about two months of available supply—meaning the...
by John Smolenski
wallingford real estate market update what's happening in Summer 2026 The Central Connecticut real estate market has shifted significantly as we enter the heart of summer 2026. For homeowners in Wallingford and the surrounding communities of Meriden, Hamden, North Haven, and Cheshire, understanding the local inventory landscape is more important than ever. Whether you are considering listing your...
by John Smolenski
Appraisal? I can handle that... Selling a Home in Central Connecticut? Maybe you are in the marekt to buy? Don’t Let a Low Appraisal Cost You Thousands If you’re planning on selling your home in Central Connecticut, getting multiple offers is a great sign—you priced your home right and created strong demand. But even after accepting an offer, there’s one critical step that can impact your...
by John Smolenski
Title vs. Deed in Connecticut Real Estate: What’s the Difference? Are you buying or selling a home in Wallingford or New Haven County? The terms "Title" and "Deed" sound similar, but they play completely different roles in real estate. Here are 5 key differences every local homeowner must know: 1️⃣ Ownership vs. Paperwork: The title is your legal ownership of the property. The deed is...
by John Smolenski