Jennifer Esposito's (jenran) Blog

If you have a home office and young children it is often difficult to get things done in a timely manner.  Someone is cranky or needs to eat etc.  Our daughter is 22 months old and when I'm at my desk she is competing for my attention.Sure, she finds things to keep her busy, throws her toys and s...

 There seems to be quite a lot of blogs and info here on ActiveRain about going green.  While not a HUGE contribution to the environment I realized I am doing something to help...This summer I was working for clients who were flying in to look at land.  Because they were traveling a great distanc...

Fair warning, if you are sensitive this may upset you but it is very good.  Although not real estate related it is a nice reminder that dogs are not disposable. I am a dog-person and although my career keeps me busy I try to make time to help people with dog related questions and problems.  If yo...

Just curious if cell towers or proposed towers affect property values in your area.  According to one company's attorney a cell tower does not affect appraised value, I've heard the same from an appraiser.  People who are pro-towers can't wait for them to come to their neighborhood and the people...

There, I've said it.  My name isn't going to come up on Google anytime soon.  Maybe I should change my name or revert back to my maiden name.  No, then it would be like starting over again and I've come to far to do that.The problem is, Jennifer Esposito is an actress and I'm not.  I'm guessing s...

 Don't be afraid to eat dessertDon't be afraid to walk in the rainDon't be afraid to succeedDon't be afraid to failDon't be afraid to cryDon't be afraid to rejoiceDon't be afraid to live in the momentDon't be afraid to try something differentDon't be afraid to learn something newDon't be afraid t...

Here is the dilemma; when is a new house not new anymore?  In other words, when does a house start to age?I've asked builders and even they aren't quite sure.  Does the clock start ticking once the CO makes an appearance?  How about those show homes/model homes which see their fair share of traff...

This Plainfield Ranch will be a gorgeous place to call home.This 4 bedroom 3 bath home features an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, central air, plenty of windows, covered cedar deck, and finished walk-out basement.  You can choose your colors, cabinets and counters-work with the builder to c...

There seems to be quit a few blogs lately with themes relating to what cars Realtors drive, and what their photos look like (outdated, Glamour shots, comical etc.).  Isn't the most important thing that as agents we provide exceptional service to our clients?For the record I'd like to say:I drive ...

 Local Real Estate Company Moving Real Estate Office to the InternetWoodstock Valley, CT, September 2007-JenRan Realty, LLC locted in Woodstock Valley, CT is breaking away from traditional real estate brick and mortar offices and is putting their office on the Internet.  On jenranrealty.com, visi...