Amy Zabetakis, Author at Rucci Law Group

Should You Make a Contingency Free Offer?

Written by Amy Zabetakis on March 25, 2022

The Fairfield County residential real estate market is still hot and very competitive. There is extremely low inventory of houses available for sale resulting in houses going to contract within days of being listed. Buyers are doing everything in their power to make their offer seem as attractive as possible to the seller. But how … Continue reading Should You Make a Contingency Free Offer? →

Navigating the Pandemic’s Real Estate Rush

Written by Amy Zabetakis on December 2, 2020

By Amy Zabetakis The COVID-19 pandemic has brought its share of 2020 surprises, including a home-sales boom here in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Indeed, real estate continues to trade at a head-spinning rate here in our local communities slowing only due to a lack of inventory. That doesn’t mean, however, that the market belongs to sellers … Continue reading Navigating the Pandemic’s Real Estate Rush →

Real Estate and Zoning during COVID-19

Written by Amy Zabetakis on July 15, 2020

It would have surprised no one if residential real estate had come to a dead halt when Governors from every state instituted stay at home orders and required schools and businesses to close. But in Fairfield County, Connecticut the real estate market has exploded due to an influx of new home buyers interested in moving … Continue reading Real Estate and Zoning during COVID-19 →

Rucci Law Group is Here to Help

Written by Amy Zabetakis on April 6, 2020

In these unprecedented times we at Rucci Law Group want to assure you that we remain available to assist you with your legal needs. We are conducting client conferences by telephone and video conference and are adapting to the new Executive Orders issued by Governor Lamont to allow us to continue to serve our clients … Continue reading Rucci Law Group is Here to Help →

Getting From Listing to Closing

Written by Amy Zabetakis on April 10, 2019

Avoiding Pitfalls During the Contracting Process In the current real estate environment, it often seems as though even the most straightforward transactions are getting tripped up somewhere along the way. However, there are steps that you can take early in the your house sale process to minimize these hiccups or avoid them entirely. Reviewing the … Continue reading Getting From Listing to Closing →

Small Business Scam. Don’t be Fooled.

Written by Amy Zabetakis on January 16, 2019

A recent small business scam is an official looking mailing from “Workplace Compliance Services”. The mailing looks like an official request from the Secretary of State’s office, however, in reality it is a request for the business owner to send money to Workplace Compliance Services to file with the Secretary of State on the business’s … Continue reading Small Business Scam. Don’t be Fooled. →

2018 Property Assessment Revaluation

Written by Amy Zabetakis on November 13, 2018

With the end of the year approaching, there are many things on our to-do lists. One item you may want to add is reviewing your property assessment. This is an important item not to be overlooked. New Canaan, Darien and Norwalk are among a number of towns in the state of Connecticut conducting property assessment … Continue reading 2018 Property Assessment Revaluation →

What is a Private Restriction and How Might it Affect My Property?

Written by Amy Zabetakis on July 30, 2018

Like most homeowners, you are probably aware that your property and your neighbors’ properties are subject to zoning regulations that are imposed by the local municipality. You understand that before undertaking a construction project, you must research those laws and make sure your plans for the property will be allowed. However, confirming that your proposed … Continue reading What is a Private Restriction and How Might it Affect My Property? →

“The Buddy System” Movie Sponsor

Written by Amy Zabetakis on January 30, 2018

Rucci Law Group sponsored the screening of “The Buddy System: A Dog Makes A Difference” at the Darien Library in December of last year. The movie is an award-winning documentary film depicting the deep bond between trained assistance dogs and children on the autism spectrum, presented by STAR Inc. and the Darien Library. STAR, Inc., … Continue reading “The Buddy System” Movie Sponsor →

In the Community: Special Needs Presentation

Written by Amy Zabetakis on January 24, 2018

In November of last year, Rucci Law Group hosted a free seminar on special needs trusts. Attorneys Marianne Cirillo and Michele Gartland discussed the fundamental tools necessary to establish a special needs trust and the different options available. They have expertise in dealing with complicated and interrelated circumstances that can greatly impact the quality of … Continue reading In the Community: Special Needs Presentation →

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