Author name: Steve Schappert, REALTOR®

Steve Schappert has been in the real estate and or construction business for over 40 years. His combined knowledge, attention to detail, and negotiating skills make him an excellent choice to help buy or sell a Connecticut luxury home. Schappert sharpened his negotiating skills by working with the Secret Service. Schappert was able to convince international bank fraud criminals to come to the US to be arrested for their crimes. Schappert has been interviewed by ABC, NBC, CNN, BBC, The New York Times and many more. Connecticut Real Estate provides discriminating home-buyers and sellers with professional, responsive and attentive real estate services. Want an agent who'll really listen to what you want in a home? Need an agent who knows how to effectively market your home so it sells? Give me a call! I'm eager to help and would love to talk to you. 1-203-994-3950

This Isn’t a Bubble. It’s Simply Lack of Supply.

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Some Highlights In a recent article, Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), discussed the state of today’s housing market. When addressing whether or not today’s high buyer competition and rising home prices are evidence of a housing bubble, Yun said that this “is not a bubble. It is simply lack… Continue Reading This Isn’t a Bubble. It’s Simply Lack of Supply.

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Patience Is the Key to Buying a Connecticut Home This Year

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The question many homebuyers are facing this year is, “Why is it so hard to find a house?” We’re in the ultimate sellers’ market, which means real estate is ultra-competitive for buyers right now. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) notes homes are getting an average of 4.8 offers per sale, and that number keeps… Continue Reading Patience Is the Key to Buying a Connecticut Home This Year

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Is Connecticut Home Price Appreciation Accelerating Again?

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At the beginning of the year, industry forecasts called for home price appreciation to slow to about half of the double-digit increase we saw last year. The thinking was that inventory would increase from record-low levels and put an end to the bidding wars that have driven home prices up over the past twelve months.… Continue Reading Is Connecticut Home Price Appreciation Accelerating Again?

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Americans Find the Nonfinancial Benefits of Connecticut Homeownership Most Valuable

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Homeownership is a foundational part of the American Dream. As we look back on more than a year of sheltering in our homes, having a place of our own is more important than ever. While financial benefits are always a key aspect of homeownership, today, homeowners rank the nonfinancial and personal benefits with even higher… Continue Reading Americans Find the Nonfinancial Benefits of Connecticut Homeownership Most Valuable

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The Power of Mortgage Pre-Approval before shopping for a Connecticut home

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Some Highlights  Mortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income, debt, and credit history, determined how much you’re qualified to borrow. Being pre-approved for a loan can give you clarity while planning your homebuying budget, confidence in your ability to secure a loan, and a competitive edge… Continue Reading The Power of Mortgage Pre-Approval before shopping for a Connecticut home

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4 Big Incentives for Connecticut Homeowners to Sell Now

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The housing market keeps sailing along. The only headwind that could take it off course is the lack of inventory for sale. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports that there were 410,000 fewer single-family homes for sale this March than in March of 2020. The key to continued success in the residential housing market… Continue Reading 4 Big Incentives for Connecticut Homeowners to Sell Now

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Are Connecticut Interest Rates Expected to Rise Over the Next Year?

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So far this year, mortgage rates continue to hover around 3%, encouraging many hopeful homebuyers to enter the housing market. However, there’s a good chance rates will increase later this year and going into 2022, ultimately making it more expensive to borrow money for a home loan. Here’s a look at what several experts have… Continue Reading Are Connecticut Interest Rates Expected to Rise Over the Next Year?

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Your Connecticut House Could Be the Oasis in an Inventory Desert

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Homebuyers are flooding the housing market right now to take advantage of record-low mortgage rates. Many have a sense of urgency to find a home soon since experts forecast a steady rise in both rates and home prices this year and next. As a result, buyer demand greatly outweighs the current housing supply. Here’s how… Continue Reading Your Connecticut House Could Be the Oasis in an Inventory Desert

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The Power of Mortgage Pre-Approval

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The Power of Mortgage Pre-Approval [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights  Mortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income, debt, and credit history, determined how much you’re qualified to borrow. Being pre-approved for a loan can give you clarity while planning your homebuying budget, confidence in your ability to secure… Continue Reading The Power of Mortgage Pre-Approval

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3 Graphs Showing Why You Should Sell Your House Now

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3 Graphs Showing Why You Should Sell Your House Now There’s no doubt that 2021 is the year of the seller when it comes to the housing market. If you’re a homeowner thinking of moving to better suit your changing needs, now is the perfect time to do so. Low mortgage rates are in your… Continue Reading 3 Graphs Showing Why You Should Sell Your House Now

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