What Does “Clear to Close” Mean?
Clear to Close is one of the final steps in the home buying process! It's a big milestone and an exciting time. At this point, your lender and attorney or title company are working together and are on...
Blog
The Town Re-Evaluated My Home… What Does This Mean For My Property Taxes and Assessment?
Appraised value vs assessed value
The appraised value is the amount the town perceives your home is worth in today’s market, and the assessed value is 70% of the appraised value. Tax amounts are determined as a result of our assessed value...
Behind the Scenes of our New Construction Townhouses in Fairfield, CT
Real estate is the long game, especially when it comes to new construction listings. When Sarah Pritchard's friend reached out to her with an opportunity to list two townhouses along Black Rock Turnpike in Fairfield, we were excited to be there...
Our Team’s 2026 Real Estate Market Predictions for Fairfield County, Connecticut
"Fairfield County’s market in 2026 is expected to remain steady and stable, similar to what we’ve seen over the past few years. Inventory will remain tight overall, and homes that are priced at, or just slightly under true market value shou...
Real Estate Acronyms to Know
AC - Air conditioning
APR - Annual percentage rate
ARM - Adjustable Rate Mortgage
CMA - Comparative market analysis
CO - Certificate of occupancy
CTC - Clear to close
DTI - Debt-to-income ratio
FHA - Federal Housing Adminis...
Practically Perfect Packing: Tips for Your Next Trip
Whether you’re going away for a long holiday weekend, Spring break, or planning an escape, there are a few things you should know before you go. Take advantage of these valuable tips to enjoy an organized and stress-free trip.
Plan Ahead
...
10 Real Estate Terms All Buyers and Sellers Need To Know
MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE (MLS)
This is a private database established by cooperating real estate brokers to provide and share data about properties for sale. This is where your listing agent will list your home, and it will feed into real es...
H.O.M.E.S. Incentive
About H.O.M.E.S.
Honoring Our Military, Emergency Personnel and Educators Service
The Pritchard Homes Team has launched an incentive program that is near and dear to our hearts!
We are giving a credit to our clients or a donation in your...
Local Events in Southwestern Connecticut
FAIRFIELD
Saturday, October 18 | 10am - 4pm
Fairfield Harvest Market
Old Town Green | 611 Old Post Road
The Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home Off Market
Is selling a home "off-market" right for you?
Listing a home off-market means you are working with a Realtor who has your best interest in mind, but you do not want your home listed on public websites or hold a public open house, have constant...