Meet Our REALTORS

The CG Real Estate Team consists of a professional group of individuals looking to help you reach your real estate goals. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home anywhere within the state our team is dedicated to helping you with your needs.

“We pride ourselves on the personal relationships we build with each of our clients- helping them achieve their piece of the American Dream.”

–The CG Team

Christopher Grant Anthony Nipper April Fenton Bill Hennequin
Cathy Deschenes Chad Rheaume Cindy Strickett David Gardner
Erin Van Horn Janet M. Swider-Wirth Jeanette Dominguez Jessica Tracy
Joey Wills Julie Landon-Stewart Kinga Wulczynska Lindsey Niarhakos
Liz Householder Lynn Olson Luis Rodriguez Minna Reid
Paige Anderson Patrick W. James Peter Leeds Tina Bilanceri
Wendy Love

Christopher F. Grant

ABR, CNE, GRI, SFR,
Broker/Founder CG Real Estate
REALTOR®, Hud Certified Broker
2012 Connecticut Magazine Five Star Professional Award Winner

Cell: 860.933.3565
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 303
E-Fax: 888.739.4320

About Chris: Chris is a longtime resident of Windham and founded CG Real Estate in February 2009.  CG Real Estate specializes in residential real estate sales in Windham, Tolland, New London and Hartford counties.Chris has been a licensed REALTOR since 2006 & was also co-owner and founder of Stratilis LLC based out of Willimantic. He helped build this company which specialized in flipping properties. Through extensive effort Chris was able to help Stratilis achieve a  state wide status of recognition through his style of marketing and branding.  Stratilis offered both residential and commercial sales in addition to property management, investments and real estate counseling.

Prior to real estate Chris was employed for 10 years with General Dynamics as a pipe fitter and then a  piping designer.  While in his 10 years at General dynamics, Chris was an elected union steward, where he represented the general membership in the protection of their labor rights.

Chris belongs to the Eastern Connecticut Association of REALTORS, Connecticut Association of REALTORS and the National Association of REALTORS.  As a long time member of both the Better Business Bureau and the Windham Region Chamber of Commerce he enjoys staying involved in the community.  Chris has recently been elected to the Chambers board of directors.  His Chamber involvement also includes the Ambassador committee and the Chamber Alliance Network which he helped to create.

Chris resides with his family (wife Connie , two boys Rylan, Jameson and his two newest additions, Charlotte and Kendall) in Windham. His interest include coaching the local youth in wrestling, football, and baseball.  He also loves any chance to get outdoors and hike or explore with his family.



Anthony Nipper
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.334.8040
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 405

Fax:
860.786.7372



April Fenton
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.208.3880
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 406
Fax: 860.786.7372

About April: April is a lifelong resident of eastern Connecticut and currently resides in Windham.  She is a 2007 graduate of Eastern Connecticut State University and has a bachelors degree in public policy/ political science.  April has been a realtor since May of 2010 and loves working with first time home buyers.
She is a member of the eastern Connecticut association of realtors, the Connecticut association of realtors and the national association of realtors. She has 8 years of experience working in the sales and customer service industry and looks forward to working with new clients.



Bill Hennequin
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.428.7101
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 425
Fax: 860.786.7372




Cathy Deschenes
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.642.9918
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 424
Fax: 860.786.7372




Chad Rheaume
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.990.1120
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 418Fax: 860.786.7372

About Chad: We want to welcome Chad Rheaume to C.G. Real Estate in Salem Four corners at 26 New London Rd. . Chad comes  to us with 20 plus  years’ experience as  a licensed contractor/builder, has designed and built a variety of homes, including mountain style in Lake Tahoe, CA and southwest style in Scottsdale, AZ.  Chad has completed many traditional as well as custom projects, including commercial bar renovations, high-end kitchen and bath remodels, and age in place/handicap rooms for people with disabilities.
Chad has served as a HUD approved contractor for renovation, contracting and inspections. He has performed contracting and consulting services for real estate, property management, and insurance companies.
Chad has a B.S. Degree in Business Administration and a broad knowledge of real estate, construction and related fields.  His experience includes, working with lenders, attorneys, home inspectors, engineers, building department, zoning agencies, and sub-contractors.  As a licensed Realtor, Chad will put his expertise to work for you.  With a focus on end results and attention to detail, Chad will help you accomplish your goals in today’s complex real estate market.



Cindy Strickett
REALTOR®, ABR, CRS, GRI

Cell: 860.428.9208
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 407
Fax: 860.786.7372

About Cindy: Cindy Strickett has been a successful full time Realtor in Northeastern Connecticut since 1995..  Cindy is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and a Graduate of the Realtor Institute.  Cindy offers the broadest amount of knowledge to those wishing to make the most important investment in their lives.Serving all of Windham and Tolland Counties and Northern New London County, Cindy is tops in customer service and attention.  Whether you are looking for investment property or a home of your own, whether you wish to buy or sell, call Cindy Strickett today with all your real estate needs.  She can be reached at 860-428-9208!



David Gardner
REALTOR®/ Custom Home Builder

Cell: 860.428.2803
Office: 860.786.7371
Fax:
860.786.7372



Erin Van Horn
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.729.3365
Office: 860.786.7371
Fax:
860.786.7372



Janet M. Swider-Wirth
ASSOCIATE BROKER, ABR, GRI, e-PRO,
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.303.2748
Salem Office: 860.
949.8291
Fax:
866.413.1515

About Janet: Janet has been in the Real Estate business since  1997 focused on the idea that family comes first by offering services to help  accomplish your goals as a home buyer and seller.After retiring from the State of CT with 20 years of service Janet decided to team up with Christopher Grant as his sense of family, honesty, fairness and drive combined with his knowledge of Real Estate seemed to be the perfect combination for her to move forward in Real Estate.



Jeanette Dominguez
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.230.1144
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 409
Fax:
860.786.7372



Jessica Tracy
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.368.8383
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 426
Fax:
203.652.6225



Joey Wills
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.593.9988
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 410
Fax:
860.786.7372

About Joey: Joey was raised by family of entrepreneurs and owned his own landscaping business. Joey has an extensive knowledge in lawn care, maintenance and architectural lawn designs. He currently manages rental properties and has served on Association boards.Joey specializes in property management, real estate investing and short sales. He also has over a decade of telecommunications and data sales in both residential and business to business. Joey’s commitment is, and always will be, to his clients and customers.



Julie Landon- Stewart
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.377.9716
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 412
Fax:
860.786.7372



Kinga Wulczynska
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.208.7155
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 411
Fax:
860.786.7372



Lindsey Niarhakos
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.377.7005
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 423
Fax:
860.786.7372



Liz Householder
REALTOR®

Salem Office: 860. 949.8291
Fax:
866.413.1515

About Liz: Liz has been a successful realtor in Eastern Connecticut since 2003.  Born and brought up in Connecticut, she is also an active volunteer in Salem, where she lives with her family.  As a certified e-PRO realtor, as well as holding the SRES designation, Liz is dedicated to keeping her sellers and buyers connected to the latest trends in real estate and the internet.
Enthusiasm and knowledge of the housing market in New London County means the bulk of Liz’s business comes from referrals from past clients.  Her clients include first-time homebuyers, families looking for more space and/or relocating, seniors who need to downsize, as well as buyers and sellers in the condominium market.  She has worked with conventional loans, VA loans, CHFA/FHA, and short sale clients.
Liz has been an elected official in the town of Salem, just finishing up a 6-year term on the Salem Library Board of Trustees.  She is also the Assistant Registrar of Voters, as well as an election moderator, member of the Salem Land Trust, and maintains a keen interest in local events and activities



Lynn Olson
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.933.8247
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 414
Fax:
860.786.7372



Luis Rodriguez
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.428.6370
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 413
Fax:
860.786.7372



Minna Reid
Short Sale Specialist, REALTOR®

Cell: 860.416.1255
Office: 860.786.7371
Fax:
860.786.7372

About Minna: Minna Reid is a full-time, full-service REALTOR®, serving central and eastern Connecticut. Minna has a 15 year career history of excellence in sales and has been providing a full range of real estate services to help her clients buy, sell and invest in real estate since 2007. Minna’s area of expertise is in helping Connecticut sellers get their homes sold quickly and easily for top dollar, and she specializes in short sales.Minna is proud to hold the position of CT’s #1 SHORT SALE AGENT IN 2010 (based on closed short sales per CTMLS), and her short sale approval rate is well over 90%. A hands on approach to short sales has allowed Minna to achieve a very high level of success in this area. Minna handles all her clients’ short sale negotiations in house, along with the help of a top notch real estate attorney and assistant Lynn Olson.

Minna is a Tolland, CT resident and covers Tolland, Hartford and Middlesex Counties, CT.



Paige Anderson
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.604.2278
Office: 860.786.7371 ext. 416
Fax:
860.786.7372



Patrick W. James
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.550.5267
Office: 860.786.7371
Fax:
860.786.7372

About Patrick: Patrick’s special gifts of helping people and providing superior service have been the foundation of his life.  Prior to Real Estate, he has served as a Lieutenant at the Bozrah Volunteer Fire Company Inc. He started his own landscaping business and was a manager in the hospitality industry for several major casinos. In the real estate world, Patrick has been helping homeowners and investors in Middlesex, New London, New Haven and Hartford Counties, specializing, but not limited to the purchase and sale of short sales and foreclosures.In addition to real estate, Patrick is an avid cyclist and also the President of the Crystal Lake Improvement Association, a group whose mission is to preserve and protect the natural beauty of Crystal Lake in Middletown, CT. Patrick feels that CG is the perfect role model for small businesses in our community. Caring, compassionate associates with a strong set of values that strive for excellence with every transaction.  Patrick currently resides in Middletown, with his wife Lisa and 2 children Nicholas and Lily.



Peter Leeds
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.377.4433
Office:
860.786.7371 ext. 421
Fax:
860.786.7372

About Peter: Peter is a long time resident of Willimantic.  As a coach of youth basketball and other activities and president of Columbia Windham Soccer Alliance he is well known locally for his involvement with sports and young people.  His experience as a teacher, coach, and referee makes him an ideal real estate sales person, especially as a buyer representative for first-time buyers.



Tina Bilanceri
REALTOR®, ABR

Cell: 860.377.3991
Office:
860.786.7371 ext. 427
Fax:
860.786.7372

About Tina: Tina enjoys working with first time home buyers, she has the patience and expertise to guide them through the intricacies of the process including all the paperwork involved with the home purchase.
Tina is a REALTOR, has her ABR (accredited buyer representative), SFR (short sale and foreclosure specialist and CFPS (certified foreclosure and short sale specialist), she has been in the real estate industry since 2001. A member of NAR (National Association of Realtors), CAR (Connecticut Association of Realtors) and GHAR (Greater Hartford Association of Realtors). Tina has also completed the HAFA program (Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives).
Tina is also the founder of Computer Tech, LLC, a company that offers on-site technical support, service and training. She is active in BNI (Business Network International) and LCBA (Lebanon CT Business Association).
Tina grew up in Europe, she has been a Connecticut resident for over 15 years and currently resides in North Windham. She enjoys cooking, yoga, gardening, camping and the beach!!
Give her a call to start your home buying process today…



Wendy Love
REALTOR®

Cell: 860.617.0100
Office:
860.786.7371 ext. 417
Fax:
860.786.7372