My REAL August'25 Newsletter! 🏠Connecticut Real Estate Market Update
Ah, August in Connecticut—the month where the ocean is warm, the farmers’ markets are overflowing, and we all try to squeeze in just one more beach day before we trade flip-flops for pumpkin spice. While you’re soaking up those last summer sunsets, the real estate market in New Haven, Milford, and Norwalk is anything but on vacation. Homes are moving faster than kids racing for the last ice cream sandwich, sellers are still enjoying the sweet spot of low inventory, and buyers are sharpening their elbows for competitive offers. So, whether you’re thinking about making a move now or planning for the fall, here’s your scoop on what’s been sizzling in the market—besides the sidewalks.
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6 Real Estate SCAMS you need to know about:
- False market trends- Inaccurate information about housing prices, interest rates or market demand that can create panic or unrealistic expectations among buyers and sellers who could use this as indicators of when to purchase or sell homes.
- Fraudulent property listings-Fake inventory can trick buyers and renters into paying deposits for homes that don't exist.
- Fake Al-generated property documents-Falsified titles and deeds, wire transfer documents, and contracts can be used to deceive buvers and sellers.
- Al-generated images or videos-Misleading visuals can misrepresent the condition or features of a property.
- Fake Al identities-People who don't exist can be created to impersonate agents and brokers online and used to steal money or gain access to sensitive personal information.
- Fake reviews, testimonials, articles, emails and other communications-These can be used to mislead buyers and sellers and motivate them to act under false pretenses.
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August'25 Video Report