Moving-up or Downsizing

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...

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...

Strategically Downsizing Empty Nestors in Wallingford, Meriden, Cheshire, and Beyond are more strategic than ever For many of my clients across New Haven County and beyond, the word "downsizing" used to carry a sense of sacrifice. Today, I see it differently. In 2026, downsizing is a strategy—a deliberate move to trade excess square footage for more freedom, better cash flow, and a home that truly fits...

By John Smolenski, Connecticut Realtor If you’ve been following the real estate headlines, you know the market has been a major topic of conversation this year. Whether you are considering buying your first home in Wallingford or looking to downsize your current property, understanding the local "ground truth" is more important than ever. As of June 2026, Wallingford continues to show the resilient,...

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...