George Cress of Real Broker   Email: george@cress.co (dot co)   Call/Text: 212-203-5251

Real Broker Office: 855-450-0445

Email: george@cress.co (dot co) Call/Text: 212-203-5251
George Cress of Real Broker Office: 855-450-0445

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Oct 08 2026
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The Fall Market Isn’t Finished: 12 Fresh Westport, CT Listings Worth a Look

By Insights, Westport
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Sep 17 2026

Connecticut Luxury Real Estate Commission Trends in 2026

By Commission Rebates, Flat Fee Buyers Agent, Insights
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Aug 15 2026

Why the Wealthy Avoid Excessive Fees—But Often Overpay in Real Estate

By Commission Rebates, Flat Fee Buyers Agent, Insights
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Apr 05 2026

The Contract Gap: Where Greenwich Deals Are Lost

By Greenwich, Insights
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Mar 20 2026

Why Real Estate Marketing Is Still Stuck in the 1990s

By Co-List, Insights
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Mar 18 2026

How Much Do Real Estate Agents Spend Marketing a Luxury Home?

By Co-List, Insights
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