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In recent years there has been a trend toward locating Master Suites in new homes on the main (or first) level. There are some pretty compelling reasons for this trend (and it’s a trend that doesn’t seem to be going away). But is locating your Master Suite on the first floor the right move for you? Let's take a look at the pros and cons of first-floor master suites. Then you can decide for yourself.

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Though it's never fun to think about in advance, more and more families are now taking care of an elderly parent or relative at some point in time. This phenomenon is often referred to as joining the sandwich generation—caring for both aging parents and boomerang kids.

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When you’re contemplating building a new home or remodeling your existing Connecticut home, choosing new tile may not be the first item on your to-do list. But because there are so many different kinds of tiles—and applications—it’s a good idea to get a jump on collecting information. That’s why we posted our Updated Tile Guide: Types, Sizes, Patterns, and More some time ago. 

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There is a lot to love about the great state of Connecticut. It’s not surprising that patch.com recently reported that 24/7 Wall St. ranked the Nutmeg State as the third best place to live in the entire country! That ranking is based largely on socioeconomic factors such as the state's low unemployment rate, it's low poverty rate, and its overall health (Connecticut boasts a life expectancy of more than 80 years).

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