Central CT Real Estate with Sara Etienne

09/20/2026

09/17/2026

📌 Worried About a Housing Crash? The Numbers Tell a Calmer Story 👩‍🏫

A recent survey from Talker Research asked Americans to pick one word to describe how 2026 has felt so far. The winner? Stressful. And honestly, there’s been a lot going on.

So, it’s understandable if you've been putting off buying or selling a home until things settle down. But you may be waiting on something that's already happened. While everything else has felt shaky, the housing market has become one of the steadiest things out there. Look at the data.

Read more in this article by Keeping Current Matters 👇👇:
https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/en/2026/08/26/worried-about-a-housing-crash-the-numbers-tell-a-calmer-story?a=94054-4bf7bfa4e64d4b5d5e57c6ce9c52cfc6

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A recent survey from Talker Research asked Americans to pick one word to describe how 2026 has felt so far. The winner? Stressful. And honestly, there’s been a lot going on.

09/16/2026

📌 10 “Must Do” Home Projects for September 🗓️

The nip in the air this month is a reminder to stow away our lawn gear and take care of a few remaining outdoor chores.

Read more in this article by Bob Vila 👇👇:
https://www.bobvila.com/diy/september-must-do-projects/

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The nip in the air this month is a reminder to stow our lawn gear and take care of a few remaining outdoor chores. Here's what's on our to-do list.

09/15/2026

📌 Why Buyers Shouldn't Overlook a Fall Move

While everyone’s paying attention to mortgage rates, only the savviest buyers know that the changing season can start tipping things in their favor.

Read more in this article by Keeping Current Matters 👇👇:
https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/en/2026/09/03/why-buyers-shouldnt-overlook-a-fall-move?a=94054-4bf7bfa4e64d4b5d5e57c6ce9c52cfc6

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📧 CT Broker Contact: [email protected]

You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected…

09/14/2026

🏡 Buying soon? You’ve got more pull than you might expect 💁‍♀️

Right now, there are more sellers than buyers on the market. And that means sellers know they’ll have to give a little to get their house sold.

Exactly how much negotiating power you have depends on where you’re looking. So, let’s chat about how much power you have here, then turn it into a set of keys.

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09/11/2026

📌 How To Repair Your Sliding Door

Follow these steps to repair your broken sliding door and make it look new.

Read more in this article by This Old House 👇👇:
https://www.thisoldhouse.com/doors/how-to-repair-your-sliding-door

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Follow these steps on how to repair your broken sliding door so that it looks and operates like new

09/10/2026

📌 Sellers Are Cutting Prices To Meet Buyers Where They're At

Nationally, there are more homes sitting on the market than there are people out there looking. And when sellers need buyers more than buyers need sellers, that shows up in the price.

Read more in this article by Keeping Current Matters 👇👇:
https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/en/2026/08/27/sellers-are-cutting-prices-to-meet-buyers-where-theyre-at?a=94054-4bf7bfa4e64d4b5d5e57c6ce9c52cfc6

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🖥️ saraetienne.expportal.com
📌 eXp Realty
📧 CT Broker Contact: [email protected]

You're scrolling through listings on your phone and everything looks good until you see the price (or the estimated monthly payment). Then you close the app.

09/09/2026

📌 How to Clean a Washing Machine 🫧

Banish errant soils, product residue, odors, and bacteria from the washer to ensure that laundry comes out as fresh and clean as possible.

Read more in this article by This Old House 👇👇:
https://www.thisoldhouse.com/laundry/clean-a-washing-machine

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Banish errant soils, product residue, odors, and bacteria from the washer to ensure that laundry comes out as fresh and clean as possible.

09/08/2026

🤔 Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home? Read This First. 💁‍♀️

Pulling from your retirement savings is a big decision, so take time to weigh all your options first and be sure to talk with a financial expert before you do anything.

Read more in this article by Keeping Current Matters 👇👇:
https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/en/2026/08/31/thinking-about-tapping-into-your-401k-to-buy-a-home-read-this-first?a=94054-4bf7bfa4e64d4b5d5e57c6ce9c52cfc6

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🖥️ saraetienne.expportal.com
📌 eXp Realty
📧 CT Broker Contact: [email protected]

Lately, headlines have floated an eye-catching idea about tapping into your 401(k) to cover a down payment on a home.