Jennifer Gurnell Real Estate

09/24/2026

I’m so excited to share this! Emma joined Dr. Sarah on the
Dr. Random Podcast, and I loved hearing the two of them talk hockey. 🏒❤️

From being the only girl on the boys’ team to playing Division 1 college hockey, Emma shares some of the highs, the setbacks, and the decisions that shaped her along the way. This episode gives you bits and pieces of her journey. Trust me, there’s a LOT more to come!

And stay tuned, because the juicy stuff is coming in part two! 👀

In this episode of the Dr. Random Podcast, host Dr. Sarah sits down...

09/24/2026

3 Things You Can Actually Control About Your Mortgage Rate Right Now

You can't control where mortgage rates go, but you can control your credit, your loan, and the kind of home you buy. Working with a trusted lender can help you lock in the best rate you qualify for. And when you’re ready to make a move that fits your budget, let’s connect.

If you're trying to buy a home, affordability is probably what keeps you up at night.

09/23/2026

First impressions are everything in real estate. We make yours unforgettable.

09/23/2026

If you’re selling this season, a little effort out front goes a long way. Because the moment a buyer pulls up to a showing, they're already forming an opinion.

But there are a few simple things you can do to nail that first impression. Think tidying up your landscaping, bringing in some seasonal flowers, and sweeping the walkways. Or even just cleaning out the gutters and making sure the path to your door is well lit.

You don’t need to do a big overhaul to get buyers’ attention.

Let’s chat about what people in our area are looking for right now, and get your house prepped to sell this fall.

09/22/2026

Get Your House Buyer-Ready for Fall

Prepping your house to sell this fall and not sure where to focus? Start where buyers do – at the curb. Their first few seconds out front shape how buyers feel about the rest of the house.A few simple touches make a big difference. Freshen up the front door with a new coat of paint, touch up your landscaping or bring in seasonal flowers, sweep the walkways and clean the gutters, and make sure the path to the door is well lit. A great agent knows what today's buyers will notice, and which touch-ups are worth your time. So, let’s connect and get your house ready to turn heads this fall.

09/22/2026

Mortgage rates have been climbing again, and if you're hoping to buy, that can feel discouraging.

Here’s what you have to remember.

You can't control where rates go. But you can control a few things that shape the rate you actually get: your credit score, the type and term of loan you choose, and whether you buy a newly built home, where builders are often buying down rates to bring buyers in.

Focus there, and you put yourself in a stronger spot without waiting on the market.

Want to talk it through? A trusted lender can help with the numbers, and we can find the home to match. Let's connect.

09/21/2026

📍Adjusted Price 📍 This recently reduced home at 558 Heritage C Village in Southbury won't last long, so, don't wait to set up a showing! Reach out here or at (860) 227-1212 for more information!

End-unit Heritage Village condo in Southbury CT offering scenic Pomperaug River views. This desirable 2 bedroom condo in Southbury CT is a Unit C model featuring single-level living, an in-unit washer and dryer, and the added privacy of an end unit location with abundant natural light. The living...

09/21/2026

Check out these five real estate facts that will surprise and puzzle you!

Real estate can be a pretty crazy industry! Check out these real estate facts that just might surprise you...

09/21/2026

Selling this fall? Starting strong matters even more this time of year.

In the fall, buyer activity typically starts to slow while the number of homes for sale climbs. That means fewer buyers may be looking at more options – so you want your house to stand out from day one.

Here’s the cheat sheet for how to make that happen.

Price it for today’s buyers. Not what your neighbor sold for a few years back.

Make your house hard to pass up. Tackle essential repairs and spend time on your curb appeal.

Stay flexible when offers come in. This is not the season to play hardball.

And be ready to adjust when needed. If you keep getting the same feedback from buyers, take it to heart.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have the right strategy from the start. Because with the right plan, selling in the fall is a...

09/19/2026

Check out recently listed homes and price changes.

Check out recently listed homes and price changes!