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11/05/2026

When I sit down with sellers, a few myths come up again and again. One is listing high and coming down later. In reality, homes that sit tend to lose momentum. Another is renovating top to bottom first, when small updates and good staging usually matter more.

With fall here, I hear this one a lot too: "Shouldn't I wait until spring?" Not necessarily. Fewer homes on the market can mean less competition, and the buyers shopping now are ready to move. 🍂

And open houses? They're a helpful tool, but they're only one piece of a bigger plan.

Thinking about selling and not sure where to start? DM me and let's chat about your real estate goals.

I'm Alexa Scott, your CT Shoreline Realtor®

11/02/2026

vember on the Shoreline is cozy season, and there’s still so much happening around town 🍂
Here’s what’s on my calendar this month:
🎨 Shoreline ArtsTrail Open Studios: Sat 11/14 & Sun 11/15, 10am–4pm. 38 local artists open their studios across Branford, Guilford and Madison. It’s free and kids are welcome. Just look for the yellow “Open Studio” signs!
🦃 Lenny & Joe’s Madison Turkey Trot: Thanksgiving morning, Thu 11/26, 10am. This is the 48th year! Pick the 5-mile race or the 2-mile walk, both starting and finishing on the Madison Town Green. The best way to earn your Thanksgiving pie.
🛍️ Small Business Saturday: Sat 11/28. One of my favorite days to shop our downtowns (I’ll be sharing a few of my go-to spots soon!)
🎄 Tree Lightings: Sat 11/28. Start with the Bonfire & Tree Lighting at the Madison Beach Hotel, 4–5:30pm, then head to the Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting on the Branford Town Green at 6:30pm. The unofficial kickoff to the holidays on the Shoreline.
Which one are you heading to? Tell me in the comments and tag who’s coming with you!
I’m Alexa Scott, your CT Shoreline Realtor®

10/30/2026

Halloween on the Shoreline is the BEST 🎃 Here’s your Saturday, October 31 game plan:
🍎 All day | Bishop’s Orchards Fall Festival & Corn Maze, Guilford
Corn maze, hayrides and the pumpkin patch, 10AM–6PM (last ticket 4:30). Weekend passes are $15 online or $18 at the gate. Under 2 free.
🎬 11AM | Casper at Madison Cinemas
The friendliest ghost on the big screen. $5 tickets.
🎨 11AM–12PM | Kids’ Halloween Party & Pumpkin Decorating, Branford
At the Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Island Rd.
👻 2–4PM | Downtown Madison Trick-or-Treat
Trick-or-treat at the shops along Boston Post Road and Wall Street. Free.
🚗 4–6PM | Madison Chamber Trunk or Treat
On the Historic Madison Green, 12 School St. Free.
Save this post for the weekend and tag the friend you’re trick-or-treating with! 🍬
What’s your family’s favorite Halloween tradition? Tell me in the comments 👇

10/26/2026

Fall in Guilford never misses 🍂 Between the Green, the historic homes, and the shoreline, it’s easy to see why people fall for this town. Thinking about making it home? Comment GUILFORD and I’ll send you the listings available right now.

10/22/2026

Pink granite, island views and a harbor that slows you down. Welcome to Stony Creek 📍
This little village in Branford is one of the shoreline's best-kept secrets. Grab breakfast at Stony Creek Market and watch the boats come in, walk the Trolley Trail across the marsh, then catch a show at the historic Legacy Theatre.
And here's a fun one: the pink granite quarried right here helped build the base of the Statue of Liberty and Grand Central Terminal. 🗽
What's your favorite Stony Creek spot? Drop it in the comments 👇
I'm Alexa Scott, your CT Shoreline Realtor

10/20/2026

Cooler mornings, changing leaves, and that first cozy fire are almost here 🍂
Before the season really settles in, a little prep now can save you from bigger headaches this winter. Here's the checklist I share with my clients:
✔ Clean gutters and downspouts
✔ Shut off and drain outdoor faucets before the first freeze
✔ Schedule your furnace or boiler service
✔ Have your chimney inspected before lighting a fire
✔ Seal drafts around windows and doors
✔ Test smoke and CO detectors
✔ Here on the shoreline: test your sump pump and generator before storm season

Save this post so it's handy, and send me a message if you need a local recommendation. I'm always happy to share the pros I trust.

I'm Alexa Scott, your CT Shoreline Realtor®
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10/16/2026

Wondering what it’s really like living on the shoreline? People are quick to point out that it’s more expensive and quieter, but that only tells part of the story. Here’s why I think it’s worth the tradeoff. 👇
For me, the payoff is in the day to day. It’s being close to the beach, having easy access to both New York and Boston, and knowing I can spend a random Saturday at on the beach or strolling in the woods.
That’s the stuff that changes how a place feels to live in.
So yes, I get the criticism. I just think what you get in return matters so much more.
And fall is one of the best times to experience exactly what makes living here worth it.

09/22/2026

Summer, in 10 photos. ☀️📍

Beach days. Family days. A few "you're officially home" moments I'll never get tired of.

Thank you to everyone who let me be part of their summer 🧡

Tell me your favorite summer memory below 👇

09/17/2026

Overthinking a real estate decision? Start here. 👉
Real estate has a funny way of making even confident people question every move.
Timing, price, market conditions, emotions, outside opinions, and the fear of getting it wrong can all start competing for attention at once.

The goal is to know which questions are actually useful, which ones are just noise, and what information should guide the next decision.

That’s where having a clear strategy matters. You don’t need someone telling you everything will be fine. You need someone who can help you make sense of what’s happening and decide what deserves your attention.
If real estate has your brain doing laps lately, send me a message and we’ll turn the questions into a plan.

I'm Alexa Scott, your CT Shoreline Realtor.

09/15/2026

Fall things to do in Connecticut are officially taking over my calendar. 🗓️
I’m talking fairs, farmers markets, hay rides, and so much more.
Swipe for the fall plans I’d start with and comment FALL for my full guide with events, road trips, restaurants, local favorites, and everything else worth knowing about this fall.

I'm Alexa Scott, your CT Shoreline Realtor. Follow along for CT Shoreline listings and the best things to do here.

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10 Pine Orchard Road
Branford, CT
06405

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+12038155529

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https://alexa-scott.remax.com/

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