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I was recently interviewed by the New York Times as to why the rental market in Fairfield County is booming. In short, the struggling economy has forced many back into the rental market. This combined with the increased enrollment at Fairfield University and Sacred Heart has been a drain on the rental inventory thus driving up prices. 
 Why Do I Need an Agent to Rent? With the advent of the Internet, finding a house, condo or apartment rental has never been easier so it bears the question of why use an agent? A great question with an easy answer... you don't! But let's take a few minutes to explain why you should use the assistance of a real estate agent if you find yourself looking at ads on craigslist or are a landlord looking to rent.
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 20 Questions
to Ask Before
You Rent in
Fairfield County CT
We have all read those rental ads that sound like an exotic Asian getaway paradise retreat rather than a studio apartment above a Chinese take-out restaurant. You have been looking for months and are desperate find a place. Finally….your quest for the perfect two bedroom cozy condo has come true. You want to grab this place and know it’s the home you’ve been looking for. Your instincts, however, tell you that your dream pad isn’t as perfect as it seems. But what are the hidden problems and how will you uncover them before signing the lease? The next twelve months are way too long to live with the scent of spare ribs, squeaky wood floors above you or a barking dog next door.
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Fairfield CT Utilities for Hook-Up
Below is a complete list of service providers in Connecticut to help get you settled into your new rental.
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Renters Insurance
This is a topic that frequently comes up. Many Connecticut renters believe that because the landlord has insurance then they are covered under the property owner's policy. This is a misconception that needs a few minutes of your attention so that you don't lose all your belongings in a fire or flood.
Too many Connecticut residents and tenants neglect to protect their belongings with a Connecticut renters insurance policy.
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