Chloe Real Estate Newsletter - December 2012

Holiday Gifts that Aren't Clutter
If you are in the stores, shopping for presents, STOP! Here are several ideas with different themes to help you find a meaningful gift that won't add clutter. These ideas will get you thinking about how to gift someone in a less materialistic way and give them something creative and original. AND you can do all this shopping by phone or internet. Think of the time and gas you will save! Here are lots of ideas to help you with your holiday shopping (courtesy of our friends at Farmington Valley Organizing):

DAY TRIPS TOGETHER                                                      PAMPERING
- A hot air balloon ride                                                             - Hire a cleaning service
- A workshop or handyman day                                               - A massage
- Trip to a museum followed by lunch                                      - Flowers

HELP                                                                                   ENTERTAINMENT
- Get their car detailed                                                            - Treat to dinner and a movie
- Gift card for home organizing services                                   - Tickets for show at a local theater
- Have a catered breakfast/lunch delivered                               - Take in a sporting event

MEMORIES                                                                        CLASSES
- Book a family photo session                                                  - Take a cooking class
- Create a scrapbook of memories                                            - Purchase a gym membership
- Organize a family reunion                                                      - Try something new together -
                                                                                                yoga, singing, art

A Letter That Will Change Your Year
The end of the year is a great time for reflection. How often do we say that this week, this month or this year flew by? Remember, how we spend our day/week/month is how we spend our lives. It is time to take charge and consciously choose how you spend your time. If you aren't planning your ideal year, it is unlikely you are living it!

This is also your friendly reminder to dig out the letter you wrote yourself back in January (as part of the CRE Challenge). How did you do? The great news is that you get to plan 2013! Any missed hopes and dreams can be revisited as soon as you make the decision to just do it! If you created your ideal 2012, push yourself a little and shoot for the stars this next year.

Here at CRE, we are so grateful for your support in our continued growth. 2012 was another amazing year with 12 million in closed sales. Our goal is to be your first stop when it comes to real estate. To show our gratitude, we wish to give back by supporting you in living your best life. We are going to change things up for 2013 and this will be our last traditional newsletter. Stay connected with us via Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter or follow our blog!

Happy Holidays,
Chloe, Nicole, Kimberly and Chelsea

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WHERE IN THE WORLD...Celebration, FL

Celebration is a master-planned community located near Walt Disney World and originally developed by The Walt Disney Company. The population was 7,427 as of the 2010 census. Once Celebration was founded, Disney divested most of its control of the town. However, the town remains directly connected to the Walt Disney World resorts via one of its primary streets, World Drive, which begins near the Magic Kingdom.

The town center contains restaurants, shops and other commercial establishments. The Celebration Hotel hosted the football team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, during training camp until the 2009 season when the team moved training camp back to Tampa Bay. 

In autumn, leaf-shaped confetti shoots out of the lamp posts on Market Street to simulate falling leaves. During the holiday season, suds pour out of the lamp posts to replicate snow while Christmas music streams from the sidewalks.

Need ideas for visiting Celebration? Let us know, we are happy to help!

Data through 8/31/2012

Median Sale Price  $326,300

1-Year Change  +2.6%

Median Age  33

Median List Price  $349,000

Average Year Built  2000

Zillow Value Index  $265,200

Ave Property Tax  $6,533

PLACES TO GO | EVENTS | THINGS TO SEE

Through Jan 1 | Christmas at the Newport Mansions, Newport, RI www.newportmansions.org

Through Apr 15| Rockefeller Center Ice Skating Rink, New York City www.rockefellercenter.com

Dec 1 | Teddy Bear Tea at Max Downtown, Hartford, CT www.maxrestaurantgroup.com

Dec 1 to 23 | Holiday Lights at Lake Compounce, Bristol, CT www.lakecompounce.com

Dec 6 | Holiday Stroll, Blue Back Square, West Hartford, CT www.centerandsquare.com

Dec 8 | Joy of Sharing Toy Drive, Rentschler Field, East Hartford, CT www.nbcconnecticut.com

Dec 15 | Let's Play Expo (for kids), XL Center, Hartford, CT www.xlcenter.com

Dec 20 | Trans Siberian Orchestra, XL Center, Hartford, CT www.xlcenter.com

Dec 31 | First Night, Hartford, CT and Boston, MA www.firstnighthartford.org; www.firstnight.org

Closing Congratulations: Damond & Sarah Dampier, Jodie D'Amato & Jimmy Wozniak, Donna Higgins, Zach & Sue Herrick, Brian & Trisha Lausier and Eric & Jen Artibani

Referral Thanks: Mike Rivers, Nakiya Davis, Jodie D'Amato & Jimmy Wozniak, Adam Pavelchak and Doug Suhre

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Chloe Real Estate Newsletter - November 2012

The HARP Program

What is The HARP Program?
The Home Affordable Refinance Program 2.0 (HARP 2.0) is designed to assist homeowners in refinancing their mortgages - even if they owe more than the homes current value. 9 out of 10 eligible homeowners fail to take advantage of this government program. If you are current on your mortgage, with or without equity, then you are eligible for this program.

How can HARP Help Me?
As the government continues to purchase mortgage backed securities, rates continue to fall and are near record lows. The HARP Program allows you to take advantage of current market rates even if you are "underwater". These programs are financial "life-changers". They are also available for a limited time as determined by Congress. Act now to take advantage of The HARP Program and lower your monthly payment and/or term using the Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac Streamline process.

HARP 2.0
In an effort to help HARP 2.0 reach more U.S. homeowners, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have changed their respective HARP 2.0 mortgage guidelines. HARP 2.0 requirements allow Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to no longer require verification of income from at least one HARP 2.0 borrower. Now, HARP 2.0 applicants can provide proof that at least 12 months of mortgage payments exist in reserve for the subject property. This includes the sum of principal + interest payments, monthly real estate tax payments, homeowners insurance payments and any requisite association or community dues. HARP 2.0 also has fewer documentation requirements. For example, HARP 2.0 guidelines no longer require verification of large deposits that appear on the applicant's bank or other asset statements. The HARP 2.0 guidelines are newer, simpler and designed to approve more loans. So if you were turned down for The HARP Program in the past, apply again as you may now meet the requirements.

Is your loan guaranteed by Fannie or Freddie? 

Find out by visiting http://www.harpprogram.org/index.php

30-Day Gratitude Challenge

What's the challenge?

Express gratitude to at least one person per day, anywhere in the world, for any reason, for the next 30 consecutive days by sending a heartfelt card either with the SendOutCards system or traditional card.

Why take the challenge?

There's somebody in your life right now that needs to hear a message from you. The 30-Day Gratitude Challenge is a way for you to send out messages of gratitude and celebrate people now.

How do I start the challenge?

1. Watch the Gratitude Video at www.socgratitude.com
2. Let us know if you would like to setup a sendoutcards account to send your gratitude cards
3. Visit https://www.sendoutcards.com/media/pdf/gratitude.pdf and print the commitment and tracking form
4. Send at least one gratitude card every day and record each person's on the tracking form
5. Share this challenge with those you care about and encourage them to join you

"When you have a prompting to reach out in kindness...reach out in kindness. When it's time to share appreciation or gratitude to someone...share it with them. We celebrate people now." - Kody Bateman, SendOutCards Founder and CEO


WHERE IN THE WORLD...Cranberry, PA

In honor of Thanksgiving, we chose to highlight Cranberry, PA this month!

Founded in 1804, this Pennsylvania township was named for the cranberry bogs that grew along Brush Creek in days past. Today, this suburb of Pittsburgh is one of the fastest growing areas in the US. The population was 28,098 as of the 2010 census.

One reason for the township's tremendous growth is its location. Located at the crossroads of two main Interstate highways, the community is accessible from virtually anywhere and travel time to Pittsburgh is less than half an hour.

Cranberry Township is one of the fastest growing areas in the US both in population and business. While many residential communities are being built, even more so are retail stores. In 1994, Cranberry finally got its own zip code and post office, after years of sharing with many other zip codes in the area.

Need ideas for planning a trip to the Cranberry/Pittsburgh area? Let us know!

Data through 9/30/12

Median Sale Price     $282,200

1-Year Change     +4.6%

Homes For Sale     223

Median List Price     $299,000

Single Family Homes     76.9%

Zillow Value Index     $245,500

Majority Voters     55.4% Republican

PLACES TO GO | EVENTS | THINGS TO SEE

Nov 1 and 2 | Season Start: UCONN Basketball, Storrs, CT (Men on 11/1 and Women on 11/2)

Nov 6 | Election Day - don't forget to vote!

Nov 16 to 18 | America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration, Plymouth, MA http://usathanksgiving.com

Nov 17 | Tour of Gymnastics Champions, XL Center, Hartford, CT www.xlcenter.com

Nov 17 to Jan 1 | Christmas at the Newport Mansions, Newport, RI www.newportmansions.org

Nov 18 | UBS Parade Spectacular (helium balloon parade), Stamford, CT www.stamford-downtown.com

Nov 22 | Manchester Road Race, Manchester, CT www.manchesterroadrace.com

Nov 22 | Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City

Nov 23 | Midnight Madness - New England Outlet Stores www.discovernewengland.org

Closing Congratulations: Elenor Reid, Elizabeth Tillman, Jeremy & Jennifer Fedorchick and Susan Paganini

Rental Congratulations: Michael Pinto and Elaine Bell

Referral Thanks: Greg Doolittle and Rick Casey

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Chloe Real Estate Newsletter - October 2012

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
Fall has officially arrived and there is no denying that chilly winter weather is not far behind! Since many of us will be spending more time indoors in the coming months, Fall is the perfect time to get your home ready for the change of seasons. Here are some helpful hints to get your home in tip-top shape!

Inside the Home
1.  Check smoke detectors and change the batteries: Consider adding a smoke detector in each bedroom and have at least one on the main level.
2. Install a carbon monoxide detector: When houses are closed up in the winter, the chance of carbon monoxide poisoning from malfunctioning gas appliances increases dramatically.
3. Clean furnace ducts: Dirt inside ducts can decrease a furnace's efficiency and add dust to the indoor air.
4. Change furnace filters: Consider spending a few extra dollars for a filter with a higher efficiency rating.
5. Clean and inspect the fireplace: Before lighting the first log, clean the chimney and firebox to remove last year's ashes, soot and creosote.

Outside the House
1. Check weather stripping: Replace any weather-stripping that is worn around doors and windows.
2. Check and clean gutters: Clean the gutters of debris and ensure that the opening from the gutter to the downspout is not obstructed. Don't forget to look for the loose joints or other structural problems on the gutters and repair, if needed.
3. Adjust exterior grade: Make sure everything slopes away from your foundation to avoid problems with ground water. 


The 10 Most Haunted Cities in America

10. Portland, OR

9.  San Francisco, CA

8.  Chicago, IL

7.  Charlestown, SC

6.  St. Augustine, FL

5.  San Antonio, TX

  4.  New Orleans, LA

3.  Salem, MA

2.  Gettysburg, PA

1.  Savannah, GA

Northeast Foliage Report

Favorite Foliage Drives:

- Vermont: try an 88-mile loop in the center of the state along Routes 100, 107, 12 and 106 through Gaysville, Barnard, Woodstock, Ludlow and Killington. 

- New Hampshire's White Mountains, including the town of Jack

- Connecticut: laced with timely old country roads, including US Route 44 through Natchaug State Forrest and State Route 154 through Old Saybrook.

For the latest in FOLIAGE nationwide, turn to the Foliage Network. They update their foliage maps every couple days. www.foliagenetwork.com

WHERE IN THE WORLD...St. Augustine, FL

St. Augustine, is the oldest city and port in the Continental US! It is located in a region of Florida known as "The First Coast" or "Florida's Historic Coast". According to the 2010 US Census, the population was 12,975. 

A popular travel destination, the city is known for it's historic homes from various periods and Spanish colonial-era buildings. Other popular tourist attractions include: The St. Augustine Alligator Farm, the Fountain of Youth and historic sites of the civil-rights movement.

St. Augustine also has a reputation for being one of the most haunted cities in the US. With a haunted lighthouse, hotels, restaurants, parks and cemeteries, pretty much everything in this city is haunted. Ghost Hunters filmed a particularly spooky ghost hunt in the St. Augustine Lighthouse a few years ago. The lighthouse even offers tours where you can visit at night and learn about those who have died on site. 

Need ideas for planning a trip to St. Augustine? Let us know!

Data through 8/31/12

Median Sale Price     $156,300

1-Year Change     +1%

Median Home Size     1,624 sqft

Median List Price     $198,000

Ave Property Taxes     $3,347

Zillow Value Index     $155,000

Ave Year Built      1996

Homes Sold in 8/12     165

PLACES TO GO | EVENTS | THINGS TO SEE

Oct 5 to 28 | The Haunted Graveyard at Lake Compounce, Bristol, CT www.lakecompounce.com

Through Oct 7 | Apple Harvest Festival, Southington, CT www.southington.org

Oct 13 | Country Pumpkin Festival, Westmoor Park, West Hartford, CT www.westmoorpark.org

Oct 13 to 14 | Bowen's Wharf Seafood Festival, Newport, RI www.bowenswharf.com

Oct 18 to 21 | Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Bridgeport, CT www.Ringling.com

Through Oct 21 | King Richard's Faire, Carver, MA www.kingrichardsfaire.net

Through Oct 31 | Pumpkintown USA, East Hampton, CT http://pumpkintown.com

Oct 31 | Happy Halloween!

Through Nov 4 | Yankees vs. Red Sox Corn Maze, Lyman Orchards, Middlefield, CT www.lymanorchards.com

Closing Congratulations: John Allen, Matt & Julia Forneris and the Cifaldi Family

Rental Congratulations: Michael Drzewiecki and Benjamin & Jackie Albert

Referral Thanks: Kyle Fournier, Marc Calandruccio, Andrew Wood, Damond Dampier and Christin Cifaldi

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Chloe Real Estate Newsletter - September 2012

Chloe Real Estate Gives Back
Recently, we asked our Facebook fans "What kind of Charities do you hold near and dear to your heart and if you care to share, why"? In response, the Chloe Real Estate team members decided to share what charities are important to us. Over the last few months, our Team has shared a bit about ourselves and the causes/Charities that we love to support. In our final article, Chelsea Pelletier, Administrative Assistant, shares her story...

The Prudence Crandall Shelter
In 2011, 15.5 million children were said to be part of a family in which domestic violence had taken place. In a single day, it was said that over 16,000 children were currently living in a shelter or transitional housing facility. Over the past 5 years, it is information like this that has driven me to donate my time to the The Prudence Crandall Shelter. The shelter provides men, women, and children who have been victims of domestic violence with support, housing, endless information, and individual advocacy to those who seek it. Their mission is to offer whatever services they can in order to ultimately, break the cycle and end domestic violence. I have offered my time to Prudence Crandall by setting up fundraisers, gathering every day items such as cleaning supplies, toiletries, etc. that many shelters have a lack of. This is one of many ways you can help and their website provides a list with many other alternatives.

Domestic violence has continued to be an enormous hidden problem. Although over the past few years, there has been a heightened awareness of the issue, it is still said that over 1.3 million people are assaulted by the ones they believe love them every year. It is people like us who need to help in breaking the cycle and there are endless possibilities. Something as simple as donating a couple hours out of your week to volunteer at a shelter can make all the difference.

This cycle can be stopped! Victims can be helped in finding the strength they need and it is facilities like The Prudence Crandall Shelter that can help in obtaining this goal. Thank you for taking a couple minutes to learn a little more about a topic that hits very close to my heart. Take the initiative and help make a difference!
* For more information, visit www.prudencecrandall.org


Congratulations to Keller Williams Realty!
PRESS RELEASE

AUSTIN, TEXAS (August 16, 2012) - According to the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 Home Buyer/Seller Satisfaction Study released yesterday, Keller Williams Realty, Inc. ranks highest in customer satisfaction in both the homebuyer and home seller segments. Keller Williams Realty, Inc. achieved the highest scores in all measured factors across both segments, receiving the highest JDPower.com Power Circle Rating among its competitors overall.
The fifth annual J.D. Power and Associates study measures customer satisfaction with the largest national real estate companies within the home buyer and seller segments. Scores are determined by examining three factors of the home-buying experience: agent/salesperson; office; and variety of additional services. For the home-selling segment, agent/salesperson; marketing; office and variety of additional services are examined.

The Chloe Real Estate Team is proud to be part of such a dynamic organization. Thank you to Keller Williams Realty for being such a great company to work with!


WHERE IN THE WORLD...Scottsdale, AZ

Scottsdale is located in the "Valley of the Sun" and is bordered by the Sonoran Desert, the McDowell Mountain Range and the city of Phoenix, among other towns. As of the 2010 U.S. Census, the city's population was 217,385. The New York Times has described downtown Scottsdale as "a desert version of South Beach" and as having "plenty of late night partying and a buzzing hotel scene".

Scottsdale is divided into four areas: South Scottsdale, Old Town (Downtown) Scottsdale, Central Scottsdale and North Scottsdale. The Scottsdale real estate market is among the most expensive in the United States.

Tourism is the primary employer, accounting for 39% of the city's workforce. Home to more than 70 resorts/hotels, boasting over 15,000 hotel rooms. Scottsdale is third, after New York City and Las Vegas, as having the most AAA Five-Diamond hotels/resorts in the US. The city also boasts the highest number of destination spas of any city in the US. Year-round warm weather is a major factor in Scottsdale's tourism appeal. 

Need ideas for planning a trip to Scottsdale? Let us know!

Data through 7/31/12

Median Sale Price     $346,700

1-Year Change     +12.7%

Homes Sold in June     784

Median List Price     $479,000

Ave Property Taxes     $2,409

Zillow Value Index     $307,500

Median Home Size     1,888 sqft

Average Year Built     1987

PLACES TO GO | EVENTS | THINGS TO SEE

Sep 1 to Oct 8 | Yankees vs. Red Sox Corn Maze, Lyman Orchards, Middlefield, CT www.lymanorchards.com

Sep 5 | 2012 NFL Season Starts! Dallas Cowboys vs. NY Giants, Metlife Stadium, New York City

Sep 7 to 9 | Taste of Mystic, Mystic, CT www.astasteofmystic.com

Sep 14 to 30 | The Big E, West Springfield, MA www.thebige.com

Sep 15 to 16 | 16th Annual Stonington Vineyards Harvest Wine Festival, Stonington, CT www.stoningtonvineyards.com

Sep 15 & 29 | Waterfire, Providence, RI waterfire.org

Sep 22 to 23 | 10th Annual CT Women's Expo, Convention Center, Hartford, CT www.ctconventions.com

Sep 22 to 23 | Warrior Dash, Thompson, CT www.warriordash.com

Sep 28 to Oct 7 | Apple Harvest Festival, Southington, CT www.southington.org

Closing Congratulations: George & Jeri Briggs, Karen & Geoff Porter

Referral Thanks: Jeremy Fedorchick and Steph Cabral

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Chloe Real Estate Newsletter - August 2012

Chloe Real Estate Gives Back
Recently, we asked our Facebook fans "What kind of Charities do you hold near and dear to your heart and if you care to share, why?" In response, the Chloe Real Estate team members have decided to share what charities are important to us. Over the next few months, our Team will take turns sharing a bit about ourselves and the causes/Charities that we love to support. Chrissy Racho of Lily & Camelia Photography, our professional listing photographer, will share her story this month...



For over 100 years, the American Lung Association has been the guardian of healthy lungs and clean air advocates. Did you know that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States and that Asthma is the number one chronic disease of children? 


No matter who you are, you need healthy lungs and healthy air. These are some of the reasons we volunteer with the American Lung Association. One of the main events we participate in and fundraise for is the Fight For Air Climb series. There are several events in CT as well as across the nation. Our first climb was years ago at Trump Parc in Stamford, where my husband raced up thirty four flights of stairs. I was merely a spectator that year, watching in awe. You can walk or run and if you are a Firefighter like my husband is, run in full gear.


The energy and passion behind each and every runner is truly contagious and it really is like no other “race” out there. Everyone is there to help raise awareness for lung health, some with powerful stories backing up their passion for the cause.


We have been running in this event for years now and encourage all of our friends and family to take on the unique challenge of climbing to the top of a high rise! I Captain a team for the events that I run as well as volunteer with the American Lung Association when I can in other ways. It truly is a special group of people and doctors. We are proud to support such an important cause and enjoy a tremendous physical challenge while doing so! For more information you can go to www.lung.org. We hope you will join us at the next climb!




Life's A Beach! Travel Channel's Best Beach Awards 2012


BEST PARTY BEACH                                                       BEST BEACH BARS
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic                                       Rick's Cafe, Negril, Jamaica
Paradise Island, Bahamas (Winner)                                   The Beachcomber, Wellfleet, MA
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico                                                         Duke's Waikiki, Honolulu, HI
Panama City, FL                                               Tropicana Beach Bar, Mykonos, Greece (Winner)


BEST FAMILY BEACH                                                      BEST BEACH FOR ADVENTURE
Cape May, NJ (Winner)                                                        Surfing: Playa Grande, Costa Rica
Duck, NC                                                                        Kitesurfing: Cabarete, Dominican Republic
Coronado, CA                                                                       Sea Kayaking: Phanang Bay, Thailand
Poipu Beach, Kauai, HI                                        Cave Diving: Whangarei, New Zealand (Winner)


BEST ROMANTIC BEACH                                                BEST BEACH BOARDWALKS
Lahaina Beach, Maui, HI                                                       Santa Cruz, CA
St. Lucia                                                                                  Atlantic City, NJ
Pink Sands Beach, Bahamas                                              Coney Island, NY
Matira Beach, Bora Bora, Tahiti (Winner)                           Ocean City, MD (Winner)

WHERE IN THE WORLD...Cape May, NJ
Cape May, New Jersey is one of the country's oldest vacation resort destinations. As of the 2010 US Census, the city had a year-round population of 3,607. In the summer, Cape May's population is expanded by as many as 40,000 to 50,000 visitors. 


Tourism is the dominant industry. Cape May's economy runs on shops, restaurants, lodgings and tourist attractions on Washington Street Mall, along the boardwalk and elsewhere throughout town. Many historic hotels and B&Bs dot the landscape. Commercial and sport fishing are also important to Cape May's economy. Marine mammal watching, bird watching, and other forms of eco-tourism have become equally important in Cape May.


Cape May has become known both for its Victorian gingerbread homes and its cultural offerings. 


*New Jersey has so many great beach towns that it was hard to pick just one to write about! Thanks to our friends who shared some of their favorite local beaches: Manasquan, Spring Lake and Fair Haven!!

Data through 1/31/12

Zillow Home Value Index     $469,800

1-Year Change     +1%

Median List Price     $549,000

Median Sale Price     $571,700

Owners     56.6%

Renters     43.4%

Ave Property Tax     $4,187

Single Family Homes     83.6%

PLACES TO GO | EVENTS | THINGS TO SEE

Jul 27 to Aug 12 | 2012 Summer Olympics, London, England

Jul 28 o Aug 26 | Lyman Orchards' Sunflower Maze, Middlefield, CT www.lymanorchards.com

Aug 3 to 5 | Newport Jazz Festival, Newport, RI www.newportjazzfest.net

Aug 11 to 12 | Mystic Outdoor Art Festival, Downtown Mystic, CT http://mysticchamber.org

Aug 10 to 11 | Jerry Seinfeld at Foxwoods, Mashantucket, CT www.foxwoods.com

Aug 17 to 19 | Beach Olympics, Old Orchard Beach, ME www.oldorchardbeachmaine.com

Aug 17 to 25 | New Haven Open at Yale University (tennis), New Haven, CT www.newhavenopen.com

Aug 18 | 38th Annual Milford Oyster Festival, Milford, CT www.milfordoysterfestival.com

Aug 31 to Sep 2 | 28th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival, Gloucester, MA www.capeannvacations.com

Closing Congratulations: Matt & Lindsay Splain, Beth & Ed Egliskis, David Pinto & Holly Cyr, Becky Gilles, Kevin Pilon and Tom & Anne Perreault

Referral Thanks: Beth Egliskis, Christin & Dave Cifaldi, Shelby Macdonald, Craig Morrel, Sheri Alo, Adam Pavelchak, Holly Cyr, David Pinto, Mike Higgins and Nate White

WOW, THANK YOU FOR ALL THE REFERRALS!

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Chloe Real Estate Newsletter - July 2012

Chloe Real Estate Gives Back
Recently, we asked our Facebook fans "What kind of Charities do you hold near and dear to your heart and if you care to share, why"? In response, the Chloe Real Estate team members have decided to share what charities are important to us. Over the next few months, our Team will take turns sharing a bit about ourselves and the causes/Charities we love to support. Chloe White, Realtor, will share her story this month...

Wounded Warrior Project
The mission of Wounded Warrior Project is to honor and empower wounded warriors. The purpose of Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) is to raise awareness and to enlist the public's aid for the needs of injured service members, to help injured servicemen and women aid and assist each other, and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs. WWP began when several veterans and friends, moved by stories of the first wounded service members returning home from Afghanistan and Iraq, took action to help others in need. What started as a program to provide comfort items to wounded service members has grown into a complete rehabilitative effort to assist warriors as they recover and transition back to civilian life. Thousands of wounded warriors and caregivers receive support each year through WWP programs designed to nurture the mind and body and encourage economic empowerment.


Surviving the battlefield. With advancements in battlefield medicine and body armor, an unprecedented percentage of service members are surviving severe wounds or injuries. For every US soldier killed in World Wars I and II, there were 1.7 soldiers wounded. In Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, for every US soldier killed, 7 are wounded. Combined, over 48,000 servicemen and women have been physically injured in the recent military conflicts. In addition to the physical wounds, it is estimated as many as 400,000 service members live with the invisible wounds of war including combat-related stress, major depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Another 320,000 are believed to have experienced a traumatic brain injury while on deployment. *numbers compiled as of May 2012


There are many ways to give back You can make a one-time donation, sign up for the advanced monthly giving program, host a proud supporter event or simply send a thank you note to an injured service member.
* Wounded Warrior Project is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization. For more information on WWP, visit woundedwarriorproject.org.




Live with Intention...and check in!
It may be hard to believe that 2012 is halfway through! If you are like me, at the beginning of the year, you made a list of all the experiences and things you intended to do this year, from vacations and family time to career opportunities/achievements/promotions, personal growth or fitness. July is a great time to take a six-month inventory. Make a list of everything you have achieved so far and list goals you have not yet accomplished.


Ask yourself:
Is this still a goal of mine? (If not, drop it from your mind).
Have I gone into action to begin to achieve this goal?
What more can I do to achieve this important goal?
What new goals would I like to add to this list?


The key to loving your life is living with intention. Every Sunday, make a list of personal and business goals for the week. When those weekly goals support your BIG goals for the year, there is no way you can't accomplish what you wish. Be specific with your goals and have faith things will be brought to you at the perfect time!


If you want to take goal setting and life visioning to the next level, put November 9, 2012 on your calendar! It's our annual Vision Board Workshop and it's FREE. To be held at Keller Williams Realty, 29 South Main Street, West Hartford. ~Chloe White


What Exactly is the 80/20 Rule? "By the numbers it means that 80 percent of your outcomes come from 20 percent of your inputs. As Pareto demonstrated with his research, this "rule" holds true, in a very rough sense, to an 80/20 ratio, however, in many cases, the ratio can be a lot higher - 99/1 may be closer to reality. It really doesn't matter what numbers you apply, the important thing to understand is that in your life there are certain activities you do (your 20 percent) that account for the majority (your 80 percent) of your happiness and outputs". (From Yaro Starak's blog the founder of Entrepreneurs-Journey).


*The key to being most effective is to identify your 20% and spend more focused time doing those activities. Real Estate is our Business. Personal Growth and Development is our Passion. ~CRE Team

WHERE IN THE WORLD...Chatham, MA

Chatham, located on Cape Cod, has a population of 6,625, as of the 2000 Census. In the summer, the population triples to approximately 20,000, not counting tourists housed by the numerous hotels, inns, motels and bed & breakfasts. While the tourist industry is very strong in Chatham, fishing is the town's main industry.


Chatham boasts a quaint, walkable Main Street which is home to numerous family-owned and -operated shops, restaurants and businesses. During the summer, concerts are held in a gazebo on Main Street.


Chatham, like much of Cape Cod, is suffering from an exodus of young people/families due to high housing prices and a lack of social and professional opportunities. The majority of homes in Chatham sit empty in the winter months until the summer when second home owners or rental tennants come to town.

Need ideas for planning a trip to Chatham, MA? Let us know. We are happy to help!

Data through 5/31/12

Median Sale Price          $490,000

1-Year Change          -1.6%

Average Year Built          1969

Median Home Size          1744 sqft

Average Property Taxes          $2964

Zillow Value Index          $561,800

Median List Price          $849,000

PLACES TO GO | EVENTS | THINGS TO SEE

Jul 4 | Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, New York City

Jul 5 | Barnum's 202nd Birthday Bash at Beardsley Zoo, Bridgeport, CT www.barnum-museum.org

Jul 6 to 9 | Op Sail 2012, Niantic and New London, CT www.OpSail2012CT.org

Jul 12 to 14 | Tunxis Hose Carnival, Fireworks and Parade, Unionville, CT www.tunxishose.com

Jul 14 to 15 | Tough Mudder, Mt. Snow, VT www.toughmudder.com

Jul 20 | Talcott Mountain Music Festival, Simsbury, CT www.hartfordsymphony.org

Jul 27 to 29 | Newport Antiques Show, Newport, RI www.newportantiquesshow.com

Jul 28 to 29 | Connecticut Wine Festival, Goshen, CT www.ctwine.com

Jul 28 to 29 | Monster Jam at Stafford Motor Speedway, Stafford Springs, CT www.staffordmotorspeedway.com

Closing Congratulations: Matt Garrett & Frann Taylor, Jim Wilson, Hollie & Darrin Smith

Referral Thanks: Janet Mundle and Brad Lutz

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Chloe Real Estate Newsletter - June

Chloe Real Estate Gives Back
Recently, we asked our Facebook fans "What kind of Charities do you hold near and dear to your heart and if you care to share, why"? In response, the Chloe Real Estate team members have decided to share what charities are important to us. Over the next few months, our Team will take turns sharing a bit about ourselves and the causes / Charities that we love to support. Nicole Higgins, Realtor, will share her story this month...

Noah’s Memorial Classic

Noah’s Memorial Classic is a charity close to my heart. Noah and the Rogers’ family story is one that no parent wishes ever to have to face. Noah was a healthy and happy 11 month old little boy who went to take a nap and never woke up. His death was attributed to Sudden Unexplained Infant Death. His parent’s wish is to live on and dedicate their lives to his memory.

Together, Jenna and Scott Rogers have created Noah’s Memorial Classic as a way to honor their beloved son and carry on his legacy. The golf tournament raises money for SIDS research (as well as other similar organizations) in hopes that one day a cause will be found and that no other parent will have to endure the grief that their family lives with on a daily basis.

In 2011, the first Annual Noah’s Memorial Classic was born and the Rogers’ family and friends raised $25,000 for the CJ Foundation for SIDS and Faith’s Lodge.  This year along with 300 family and friends and the support from Chloe Real Estate the Rogers family hopes to not only reach that goal but beat it. Please consider donating to this cause and help us to keep Noah’s memory and spirit alive.

With Hope. 

http://noahsmemorialclassic.org/

What's Your DiSC?

DiSC is a personal assessment tool used to improve work productivity, teamwork and communication. DiSC is non-judgmental and helps people discuss their behavioral differences. If you participate in a DiSC program, you'll be asked to complete a series of questions that produce a detailed report about your personality and behavior. This is great for business owners, high school or college graduates, folks on the career hunt or those who are curious to find out their profile and how it can impact their current career or family dynamic.

DiSC profiles help you and your team:

• Increase your self knowledge: how you respond to conflict, what motivates you, what causes you stress and how you solve problems
• Learn how to adapt your own style to get along better with others
• Foster constructive and creative group interactions
• Facilitate better teamwork and minimize team conflict
• Develop stronger sales skills by identifying and responding to customer styles
• Manage more effectively by understanding the dispositions and priorities of employees and team members

In order for people to thrive in a career, their personality and natural strengths should be in line with the position. Here at Keller Williams, we strive to have our people in the right seats on the bus so to speak and everyone takes the DiSC assessment.  Also, we are excited to announce that we have a certified DiSC trainer coming to our West Hartford office to host a DiSC workshop on June 13th from 11am - 1pm. You are welcome to attend as a CRE team guest. Email Chloe@ChloeRealEstate.com to RSVP or for more details.

*FREE ONLINE DISC ASSESSMENT THROUGH TONY ROBBINS, VISIT http://www.tonyrobbins.com/ue/disc-profile.php

WHERE IN THE WORLD...Montauk, NY

Montauk is a hamlet, located in the town of East Hampton, on the south shore of Long Island.  As of the 2000 U.S. Census, population was 3,851.

Montauk has been used as an Army, Navy, Coast Guard and Air Force base. Located 20 miles off the Connecticut coast, it is home to the largest commercial and recreational fishing fleet in New York State. Montauk is a major tourist destination and is particularly famous for its fishing (claiming to have more world saltwater fishing records than any other port in the world) and surfing.

Montauk is considered a beach resort, using its position at the tip of Long Island to promote itself as "The Last Resort" and become one of the busiest tourist locations within the town of East Hampton. The small town is host to many restaurants, bed and breakfasts, and hotels and is a popular vacation spot in the warm weather months. Montauk is thought to be more casual and laid back than the Hamptons (located just to the East of Montauk).

Need ideas for planning a trip to Montauk, NY? Let us know. We are happy to help!

Data through 3/31/12

Median Sale Price          $755,000

1-Year Change                +3.0%

Ave Commute Time        22 min

Homes Sold in Dec '11    12

Ave Property Taxes         $5,116

Zillow Value Index           $694,800

Owners                             64.6%

Renters                            36.4%

PLACES TO GO | EVENTS | THINGS TO SEE

June 1 - 3: BBQ Fest, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT www.mohegansun.com.

June 3: Autism Walkathon, Rentschler Field, East Hartford, CT www.walknowforautismspeaks.org

June 8: Bedrock Birthday Party, Liquid Lounge at the Connecticut Science Center, Hartford, CT www.ctsciencecenter.org

June 9 - 10: Celebrate West Hartford, West Hartford, CT www.westhartford.org

June 15: Rascal Flatts Concert, Comcast Theater, Hartford, CT www.comcastmeadows.com-hartford.org

June 16: The Charlestown Food Truck Festival, Boston, MA www.foodtruckfestivalsofne.com

June 17: Happy Father's Day!

June 21 - 24: Travelers Championship, TPC River Highlands, Cromwell, CT www.travelerschampionship.com

June 22 - 24: Stowe Wine & Food Classic 2012, Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT www.stowewine.com

Closing Congratulations: Jean Laforge, Marian Scimone, MaryAnn Rosochacki & Family, Michael Hopkins, David Hopkins and Todd & Kara Bergeron

Referral Thanks: Lenny LaMonica and Vin Biscoglio

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