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Super sleuth #fbiskills #realtorlife #realestatej

Super sleuth

#fbiskills #realtorlife #realestatejokes #agentsofcompass #realestateagentlife

🦅 #realtorlife #agentsofcompass #funnyrealtor

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#realtorlife #agentsofcompass #funnyrealtor #lifeofarealestateagent #birdcalls #talkingincode #buyersagent #tricksofthetrade #connecticut #ct

Don't miss this Southport jewel box! Beautifully c

Don't miss this Southport jewel box! Beautifully curated, renovated & expanded 2-3 bedroom home in one of the most coveted neighborhoods in Fairfield, CT.

136 Arbor Drive, Fairfield

🛏️ 3 Beds
🛁 2.5 Baths
📐 2,411 Sq Ft
🏠 $995,000

Come see it Saturday, November 4 from 11 AM - 3 PM

Listing agent: @katieogrady_realtor

#ctopenhouse #connecticut #fairfield #southport #fairfieldct #connecticutopenhouses #homebuyer

I would have definitely been arrested 100 times ov

I would have definitely been arrested 100 times over in Bloomfield

#connecticut #ct #weirdlaws #ctcheck #connecticutlife

I see it all the time. Buyers think that they will

I see it all the time. Buyers think that they will get the inside scoop on a house if they go directly to the listing agent rather than hiring their own buyer’s agent. But this is just not the case. 🙅🏻‍♀️

🥜In a nutshell: If you as a homebuyer choose to go directly to the listing agent, a conflict of interest is created. The listing agent cannot help or advise you in any way because they have a legal (fiduciary) responsibility to the seller. The listing agent’s job is to sell the house for the seller for the best terms and conditions. The seller’s needs will ALWAYS come before yours, and at many times to your detriment.

Think about it this way, if you’re going through a divorce 💍, would you ask your soon to be ex’s attorney to cut you a deal if they represented you too? Of course not!

Also, you may not be the only buyer thinking the same thing. There could be one or more other buyers taking the same approach. But, you think you may have an inside track. Yet, the listing agent owes no one loyalty other than the seller.

So what should you do instead❓Ideally, the best thing for you to do is to hire your own buyer’s agent. Interview a few local agents and decide who will be your best ally as you look at and make offers on homes.

If you still want to go directly to the listing agent, ask them if they have a colleague or teammate that you can be represented by instead.

#realestaterules #howtobuyahouse #homebuyer101 #agentsofcompass #connecticut #ct #ctrealestate

Sorry, *NSYNC. BSB 4 Eva This past summer was ano

Sorry, *NSYNC. BSB 4 Eva

This past summer was another competitive real estate market here in CT. Although there’s a natural slow down that happens in the fall, we are still seeing well priced homes receiving multiple offers.

If you’re in the market to buy, as your agent we will discuss the best course of action and how we can position your offer to be the most competitive and best it can be.

If you’re considering selling, now’s the time to discuss what updates and zhuzhing you should do to make your home sparkle in this and the upcoming spring markets.

#buyersagent #agentsofcompass #realestatehacks #realestatemarket #househunt #connecticut #ct #sellmyhouse #bestrealtor

So basically a vintage can opener was also a civil

So basically a vintage can opener was also a civil war weapon?

PS - it’s really hard to say the word “patented”

#connecticut #ct #ctcheck #connecticutlife #themoreyouknow #randomfacts

Don’t underestimate the detective work of a Real

Don’t underestimate the detective work of a Real Estate Agent looking to meet more clients 🕵🏻

#agentsofcompass #detectivework #realtorlaughs #realestatejokes #funnyrealtor

Tell me when you see the brilliance of this kitche

Tell me when you see the brilliance of this kitchen design… it’s fine, I’ll wait. ♨️

🎥 Via Home Builder: @hendelhomes
Architect: @eskuchedesigngroup⁠
@themarvinbrand

#kitchenwindow #kitchendesignideas #kitchengoals #ilovethiskitchen #luxurykitchendesign

Is awkward turtle still a thing? 🐢 #realtorlif

Is awkward turtle still a thing? 🐢

#realtorlife #agentsofcompass #realtorhumor #realtorcomedy #howtosellahouse

I mean, it’s probably more like 50/50… BUT…

I mean, it’s probably more like 50/50…

BUT… I am a Real Estate Agent and I would love to help you reach your real estate goals!

#funnyrealestate #agentsofcompass #realtorhumor #howtobuyahouse #firsttimehomebuyer #ct #connecticut #connecticutrealestate #realtorlaughs

🚨Open house alert! Don’t miss seeing this st

🚨Open house alert!

Don’t miss seeing this stunning 4 bed, 3.5 bath home nestled in the desirable Beach area of Fairfield, CT

4 Carlton St, Fairfield
🛏️ 4 beds
🛁 3.5 baths
🏠 $1,599,000

Open houses:
Saturday, Oct 21: 1 PM - 3 PM
Sunday, Oct 22: 12 PM - 4 PM

Listing agent: @katieogrady_realtor

9 AM OR 9 PM it will always be a chicken parm grin

9 AM OR 9 PM it will always be a chicken parm grinder with a side of mozzie sticks✋🏻🎤
What’s your diner order?

#connecticut #ctcheck #dinermeals #dinermenu #dinerfood #ct #connecticutgram #connecticutlife

I have this weird feeling that there’s a hidden

I have this weird feeling that there’s a hidden room behind this bookcase…

Design by @dunbarroad

#bluelaquer #bluebookcase #bluedesign #bookcasedesign

Anyone else? 🧘🏻‍♀️ #realtorhumor #med

Anyone else? 🧘🏻‍♀️

#realtorhumor #meditate #agentsofcompass #realestatejokes #meditationfail #Connecticut

I didn't have to go to the patch to find my pumpki

I didn't have to go to the patch to find my pumpkins ❤️🎃

Looking for fall activities in CT? Check out my guide: “Things to do in Connecticut”, or click the link in my bio

#thingstodoinct #pumpkinpicking #connecticut #ctcheck

You’ve heard of “girl dinner?” Well, I give

You’ve heard of “girl dinner?” Well, I give you “escrow eats”… or maybe “broker bites”? Or just a day in the life of a Realtor’s stomach

#escroweats #girldinner #realtorlife #agentsofcompass #realestatejokes #funnyrealtor

No finger prints, askew picture frames, or (heaven

No finger prints, askew picture frames, or (heaven forbid) toilet paper rolling UNDER at my open houses

#toiletpaper #underorover #details #openhouseprep #realtorlife #agentsofcompass #realestateagent

It’s weird right? Why is the “Constitution Sta

It’s weird right? Why is the “Constitution State” also called the “Nutmeg State?”

#connecticut #connecticutfacts #themoreyouknow #ct #connecticutgram #connecticutlife

Interest rates are on the ropes…🥊 It feels l

Interest rates are on the ropes…🥊

It feels like we’ve been on a little bit of a ‘rate rollercoaster’ 🎢 the past...well...year.

Just this past Friday after the strong jobs report was released, the Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said that interest rates will likely need to increase further to return inflation to the 2% goal quickly 📈

BUT, then today, top Fed officials said that they’re likely heading towards another pause ⏸️ on rate hikes. SO, what is it?! Are they going to raise the rates or not? ⁉️

🔮My crystal ball says... we don’t know. But I can confidently say that we’re not going to see a dip in mortgage rates anytime soon.

So what’s a want to be homeowner to do? 🛍️🛒 Shop around. Talk to multiple lenders to find out what products and rates they can offer you. Some lenders are even providing closing credits to buyers in certain towns across CT!

Want help getting started with your lender search? My team and I provide all our clients with lists of vetted professionals in the area, including mortgage lenders.

#connecticut #mortgagerates #homebuyerinfo #howtobuyahouse

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Lauren Reynolds, Real Estate Agent
laurenreynoldshomes@gmail.com | 203-733-6800
Licensed in Connecticut | RES.0816222
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1 Sasco Hill Rd | Fairfield, CT | 06824

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