Dianne Rechel's Blog

Posted on 12/20/2021
Privacy: Plant These Shrubs to Increase Your Home's Privacy
Property owners and abutters often want to escape into the backyard to take a break. When landscapes are wide open, even the courtesy of saying hello and briefly chatting with neighbors reduces the peaceful enjoyment of the property. Homeowners who do not want to invest thousands of dollars to stare at blank wooden fences can plant shrub rows...
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Posted on 12/13/2021
Buying New Construction? Don't Forget to Ask These Important Questions
Photo by Pixabay from Pexels If you're looking to build a custom home, you likely already know how many questions come with the territory. From the size of the home to the appliances to the amenities, the sheer number of details can be a little overwhelming. Yet this is why homeowners choose to buy new construction builds —...
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Posted on 12/11/2021
Hartford, CT Real Estate Market Update 12/11/2021
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Posted on 12/06/2021
Home Maintenance Ensures Potential Problems are Identified
Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay As a homeowner, it is important to complete preventative home maintenance on a regular schedule. Home maintenance is necessary because it ensures potential problems are identified before they become costly repairs. Not every issue will be caught ahead of time, here are a few common examples of home maintenance issues that could...
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Posted on 11/29/2021
How to Appeal to Millennial Buyers
Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay If you've recently made the decision to put your home on the market in the near future, you're probably already aware that the Millennial generation has a reputation for being a bit different from their counterparts of the past. For instance, you may have heard that this generation is putting off home ownership...
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Posted on 11/25/2021
West Hartford, CT Real Estate Market Update 11/25/2021
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Posted on 11/22/2021
Consider These Eco-Friendly Countertop Material For Your Home
Photo by Francesca Tosolini on Unsplash Many of today's building materials are eco-friendly as well as attractive. If you're interested in building a green home or upgrading your existing home to include more eco-friendly materials, take a look at these non-conventional choices in countertops. They're planet-friendly options that also function beautifully and can easily last the lifetime of...
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Posted on 11/15/2021
How to Harvest & Use Rain Water
Image by Steve Buissinne from Pixabay Harvesting rain water has become a common practice among environmentally-conscious homeowners. While it might sound like a lot of work, it's actually very easy to get started. Not only will harvesting rain water help you conserve water, but it also can help you transform your home into a healthy place to live....
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Posted on 11/09/2021
Hartford, CT Real Estate Market Update 11/9/2021
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Posted on 11/08/2021
Home Improvement: Best Ways to Pay for Your Projects
While qualified borrowers often like to have choices, having too many funding options can get confusing. If you are considering borrowing money to upgrade your home, here are a few things to consider. How Do Home Improvement Loans Work? It’s essential to understand that the term “home improvement loan” is not precise. This type of borrowing typically involves...
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Posted on 11/01/2021
The Best Plants For Your Fairy Garden
Image by Angie Bordeaux from Pixabay Fairy gardens are versatile and simple enough to be made for both outdoor and indoor spaces. They can be compact and creative ways to add a personal touch to any room or yard. However, if you’re going to make a fairy garden with real plantlife, it’s important to choose plants that will...
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Posted on 12/09/2021
Another Property Sold - 140 Allen Place, Hartford, CT 06106
Investors and rehabbers take note! First time available in Seventy years! Grand brick two family in need of rehab. Good room sizes, beautiful woodwork. Two bedrooms on first and second floors. Terrific 3rd floor space with two staircases presently has 4 bedrooms. Possible third apartment . 4 car garage. Could be attractive money-maker. Currently the place that time forgot. Convenient to Trinity College, Hartford Hospital, Downtown, highways, shopping and entertainment Sold As-Is. Cash or rehab loans only. Multiple...
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