Connecticut

Connecticut is a state with a diverse range of real estate investment opportunities. The state has a strong economy and is home to many thriving metropolitan areas, such as Hartford and New Haven. These areas have strong job markets and a high cost of living, which can create demand for housing and make them attractive markets for real estate investment. However, it is important to note that Connecticut has some of the highest real estate prices in the country, which can make it challenging for some investors to enter the market. Additionally, the state has a high cost of living, which can affect the affordability of real estate investments. It is important for investors to carefully consider these and other factors before making any real estate investments in Connecticut.

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Sustainability Resources

The Real Estate industry is one of the most environmentally damaging industries in the world accounting for:

30%

of total carbon dioxide

40%

of all energy

40%

of all raw materials

Our goal is to give you the resources you need to take sustainable action in improving, building, retrofitting and revamping your home. The impacts are real, the benefits significant, and the need critical. Join us in bringing sustainability home and creating a brighter future for all, starting with you.

Save money and do the world a favor!
Here's a list of Sustainability Initiatives in the area:

WaterSense Webinars

WaterSense, a subset of the US EPA, puts on sustainability webinars that have different focuses.

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Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency

DSIRE's incentive and policy search tool allows you to search energy incentives and policies by state.

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Solar Incentives, Rebates and Tax Breaks by State

Energy Sage's Solar Savings by State tool allows you to search your state for solar rebates, incentives, and tax breaks.

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Connecticut FAQs

Is Connecticut a judicial or non-judicial state?

Judicial

In a judicial foreclosure state, the lender must go through the court system in order to foreclose on a property. This process can be longer and more expensive for the lender compared to a non-judicial foreclosure.

What is the process of closing on a property in Connecticut?

Attorneys normally conduct closings. Most often conveyance is by warranty deed, but quitclaim deeds do appear. Mortgages are the security instruments. Judicial foreclosures are the rule, either by a suit in equity for strict foreclosure or by a court decree of sale. Court decreed sales preclude redemption, but strict foreclosures allow redemption for 3-6 months, depending upon the discretion of the court. There are lender’s and owner’s title insurance policies available with various endorsements. Buyers customarily pay for examination and title insurance, while sellers pay the documentary and conveyance taxes. Property tax payment dates vary by town.

Property Taxes in Connecticut?

Property tax payment dates vary by town

In Connecticut, does a property management company require a real estate broker's license?

YES. Key components of property management are considered a real estate activity under existing Connecticut real estate licensing laws. A broker's license is required for any person or company that, for compensation, rents or offers or attempts to negotiate the rental of an estate or interest in real estate, or collects or offers or attempts to collect rent for the use of real estate. A salesperson working under a broker may engage in such activities.

Are there any exceptions to the requirement that a property manager have a broker's license in Connecticut?

YES. For example, on-site managers who are employees of the owner are exempt if they do not engage in specified activities. For more information about these and other Connecticut property management requirements and exceptions, please contact the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. Before hiring a property manager to manage your Connecticut rental property, you should always check that he or she is licensed appropriately. You can check the license status of Connecticut property managers at the State of Connecticutâ??s eLicensing website.

Do you need a broker's license to manage community associations in Connecticut?

There is no requirement that a community or condo association manager in Connecticut hold a real estate broker's license. However, community association managers must register with the state. A "community association manager" is someone who provides association management services, which include collecting, controlling or disbursing funds of the association or having the authority to do so, preparing budgets or other financial documents for the association, assisting in the conduct of or conducting association meetings, advising or assisting the association in obtaining insurance, coordinating or supervising the overall operations of the association, or advising the association on the overall operations of the association. Directors, officers or members of the association are not required to meet this requirement.