Don’t Let the Internet Take Away Your True Homebuyer Experience!

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Before I got into the wonderful business of real estate, my dad was a full-fledged member of the profession. And I have to say that I learned a LOT from him. But as technology began to get more and more prevalent in our line of work, things started shifting and there was a notable change in the way I (as well as many of my associates, colleagues and others in the same industry) was doing things.

Today, though – I want to talk about stepping back from all this technology – for just a second. Don’t get me wrong; I know only all too well how important using today’s modern tools is to being effective in any setting. But when it comes to buying a home, there is something to be said about sitting face-to-face with someone that has nothing but the best of intentions (and responsibility) for you.

That’s why at Carbutti & Co. Realtors we focus heavily on making sure that we serve our buyers with everything they need as they embark on the wonderful journey of buying their new home. We work hard to make sure you are educated on all the important steps you need to know about the buying process.

While doing myriad online searches, reading through countless Internet blogs and soaking up tons of information published widely on the web, many buyers do not realize the need for an exclusive relationship with one Realtor/Broker. To help illustrate how important this piece is in the overall endeavor of searching, choosing and buying your new home, I often mention this analogy; Imagine standing in a courtroom and facing a judge. The other side has their attorney representing them but you are standing there all alone and have no one representing your best interests. Transactions in real estate need just as much representation.

Buying real estate can be a complicated process with complex situations, detailed forms and certain nuances that only a professional would know to consider. Without a professional licensed Realtor at your side making sure you make decisions that get you the best outcome, you stand to risk a lot. That’s why we encourage our clients, friends, business contacts and neighbors to enter an agency/broker agreement with us so that we can focus all our energy on the needs at hand – and do so with the utmost conviction and purpose. Not that we don’t do so anyway, but with an exclusive contract with you it becomes our legal duty to provide full representation of your needs, as per your best interests.

One of the things we do to assist our buyers’ understanding of the process is to provide them with a copy of our extensive Homebuyers’ Guide. This comprehensive and very well thought-out resource will help to prepare you for all that goes in to searching, finding and buying your dream home.
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So in your quest to finding the perfect home, please don’t forget you also need to find the perfect agent – and we can honestly say that we believe, hands down, that our competent, knowledgeable and focused agents are the ones to represent you – as you need.

If you’d like to explore your options, get some help getting preapproved for a mortgage, or even if you just want to test the waters and see what’s out there – we invite you to contact us today at 203.980.6886 or via my email directly at jonathan@carbutti.com. I look forward to hearing from you!

Guilford Connecticut Town Tour; The Perfect Blend of Coastal Living With Historic Charm

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As visitors first begin to discover, the Town of Guilford has many gorgeous aspects to it that make it such a highly desired place to live. Nestled among the exquisite shores of this quaint New England beach community are the marks of history, community and camaraderie. Just fifteen or twenty minutes from New Haven, this small town offers its residents a little bit of everything. Homes that represent some of our region’s earliest settlers, including the oldest house in Connecticut (built in 1639) as well as newly constructed homes to suit those with varied tastes – all are found in this great town.

Visitors and residents alike enjoy a host of activities that take place year round, solidifying this community’s already strong sense of community. And there is no shortage of commercial activity either. With the perfect blend of shops, historic storefronts, coffee places and restaurants, the town center is the perfect place to spend time whenever possible. Gorgeous beaches, spectacular green and wide-open spaces make Guilford a great place for recreation.

What many people enjoy about Guilford is also how accessible New Haven is through the Metro-North train line. After just an hour and ten minute train ride, people are transported to an entirely different place. Another key aspect of living in Guilford that is enjoyed by residents is the strong school system. Connecticut’s schools are consistently ranked high and Guilford is no exception. The schools feature unique music and sports programs as well as academics that rival only the top schools in the state. Time and again, Guilford students receive recognition statewide and on a national level.

To discover Guilford, we invite you to take a tour with us so we can share the experience with you in person. Contact us today to schedule your tour; we look forward to meeting with you!