Paula Fahy Ostop, William Raveis Real Estate

Paula Fahy Ostop, William Raveis Real Estate Providing a luxury experience at every price point. Certified Luxury Property Specialist, William Raveis Real Estate alum, aspiring golfer.

I am an accomplished strategic Realtor with William Raveis. I effectively manage real estate transactions to help clients achieve the best return for their dollar. I have proven success working with buyers and sellers in Greater Hartford at all price levels ($100,000 - $2million +). Client confidentiality is at the center of all transactions. I co-lead the #1 team in the area and am one of only 35 agents selected to be part of the William Raveis Sports & Entertainment Division. I have incredible resources that enable me to help clients launch new developments and gain market share. I am ranked in the top 1% of agents in the country for customer reviews on Zillow. I have a proven ability to help buyers and sellers complete successful transactions and have some fun along the way. I am involved in all aspects of the business and am happy to share the many resources I have available to help clients. These include stagers, attorneys, mortgage brokers, insurance brokers, appraisers, and contractors.

No sale is without its challenges and I think it is important to be honest about that.What I can promise every seller is...
09/21/2026

No sale is without its challenges and I think it is important to be honest about that.

What I can promise every seller is that when something comes up, and something always does, I am in it with you. The strategy, the problem solving, the communication, all of it. Getting to the right buyer for the right home at the right outcome is the whole goal and I do not stop working until we get there. Thank you M.P. for the incredibly kind words.

If you are thinking about selling, I would love to talk through what a thoughtful marketing strategy could look like for your home.

09/17/2026

Looking to join a team that provides a hand up and tools for real success? Let’s talk. Having worked in the corporate world, where meetings sometimes felt like reruns with a slightly different agenda, I made a personal rule when I joined Ellyn in running a team: if we were going to call a meeting, our teammates needed to leave feeling it was a good use of their precious time.

In our monthly team meetings, the goal isn’t to share data or ideas that are readily available and widely used. It’s about sharing insights, predictions, real experiences, what’s working (and what isn’t), and the impact it all may have on our clients.

In a world where anything can be created with a few clicks on an iPhone, sharing this story helps my teammates understand the “why” behind an ask, the “why” behind being persistent, and the impact of not taking those few extra steps. We aren’t hired by buyers to open doors; we are hired to advise our clients and look out for their interests to the very best of our abilities.

Less “meeting for the sake of meeting.” More learning, sharing, collaborating, and getting better at what we do. Looking for or representation? Let’s talk!

09/09/2026

Proudly holding it down over here.

West Hartford does not get the national hype and I genuinely think the people who live here prefer it that way. Walkable center, incredible restaurants, beautiful neighborhoods, top rated everything, and somehow still feels like a town where people actually know each other. I have been selling homes here for years and the clients who move here always say the same thing: I had no idea it was this good.

Not sure whether to buy first, sell first, or bridge the gap?• Bridge loan: best when you have equity and need funds now...
08/28/2026

Not sure whether to buy first, sell first, or bridge the gap?

• Bridge loan: best when you have equity and need funds now so you can move quickly.
• Sale contingency: best when you want protection and can wait for the right seller to say yes.
• Short-term rental: best when you would rather sell first, free up cash, and stay flexible for a few months.

Looking in West Hartford, Farmington, and surrounding towns?I help clients choose based on timing, payment overlap, and how competitive the search will be. If you want, I can help map out the cleanest path. Contact me to learn more!

The highest offer is not always the best offer.- Contingencies: note which inspection, financing, or home sale clauses c...
08/28/2026

The highest offer is not always the best offer.

- Contingencies: note which inspection, financing, or home sale clauses could reopen the deal.
- Appraisal risk: ask how a low appraisal would be handled before you focus on price.
- Buyer agent compensation: how the buyer and seller cover this fee impacts the net to the seller.
- Closing timeline: the right date is the one that fits your move, not just the fastest one.
- Payment overlap: compare how many days you may carry two housing payments.

If you're planning a move in West Hartford, Farmington, Avon, Bloomfield, Hartford, or Simsbury, I can help you weigh the full picture.

Two years is a long time to be in someone's corner, and I would do it again without hesitation.Finding the right home is...
08/28/2026

Two years is a long time to be in someone's corner, and I would do it again without hesitation.

Finding the right home is not always a straight line, and I never want a client to feel rushed into something that is not right for them. The timeline looks different for everyone. My job is to show up the same way on day one as I do on day seven hundred.

Thank you to my client for sharing kind words and for your patience with the process too. If you are on a search that has taken longer than expected, you know where to find me.

Selling in Farmington involves more steps than most people expect and knowing what is coming before it arrives makes the...
08/26/2026

Selling in Farmington involves more steps than most people expect and knowing what is coming before it arrives makes the whole process feel completely different.

There is a new blog on our website that walks through the full timeline from the first conversation to closing day, including disclosures, prep, offers, and what happens once you are under contract.

If you are thinking about selling in Farmington and want to go in with a clear picture of what to expect, check it out on my website.

08/25/2026

Listing a home goes beyond price and nice photos. Video has become a key component for selling homes.

For some home videos, I have a full written storyboard that lays out the shots I want, the voiceover to accompany the image, and the actions involved. For others, I want quick shots of key architectural elements of the home with the right music. Others require a classic video walkthrough.

The key is finding the right balance of on-screen human, voiceover, and image to attract buyers. Sometimes it changes based on the home; often I switch it up based on what I think will stand out at that moment in time.

I am not looking for 20,000 views; I am looking for one view from the right buyer.

For 96 Norwood, I had an idea and collaborated on the fly with my amazing team. As says at the end, this was an easy one!

The room I see sellers overlook most consistently is the laundry room.It is easy to understand why. It is functional, it...
08/24/2026

The room I see sellers overlook most consistently is the laundry room.

It is easy to understand why. It is functional, it is usually tucked away, and it does not feel like a selling point. But buyers notice it and more importantly they remember it. A clean, organized laundry space signals that the whole home has been cared for. A cluttered, dingy one does the opposite. It does not need to be beautiful. It just needs to be clean, intentional, and ready to be seen. That is true of every room in your home when it is on the market.

08/20/2026

Somehow we are already halfway through 2026.

This is just a handful of the homes I listed in the first half of the year, and I honestly cannot believe how fast it has gone. So grateful to every seller who trusted me to bring their home to market and every buyer who let me help them find their next one. The second half is already looking incredible; we are just getting warmed up!

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