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08/30/2026

Out Door Knocking And I Got a Hug I’ll Never Forget ❤️

Meet Angela…

She introduced me to her mother, welcomed me with the biggest smile, and before I left, she gave me one of the biggest hugs I’ve ever received while door knocking.

And it reminded me why I keep doing this.

You never know who is on the other side of the door.

We spend so much of our lives afraid to knock, afraid of rejection, afraid of being told no, afraid of what might happen.

But sometimes, on the other side of that door is a person you were meant to meet.

A conversation.
An opportunity.
A connection.
Maybe even a little reminder that there is still a lot of good in the world.

That’s why I’m Door Knocking Connecticut.

Because you never know what’s waiting on the other side. 🚪❤️

And Angela… thank you for the hug. I won’t forget it.


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08/30/2026

The Power of Door Knocking And Got a Hug I’ll Never Forget ❤️

Meet Angela…

She introduced me to her mother, welcomed me with the biggest smile, and before I left, she gave me one of the biggest hugs I’ve ever received while door knocking.

And it reminded me why I keep doing this.

You never know who is on the other side of the door.

We spend so much of our lives afraid to knock, afraid of rejection, afraid of being told no, afraid of what might happen.

But sometimes, on the other side of that door is a person you were meant to meet.

A conversation.
An opportunity.
A connection.
Maybe even a little reminder that there is still a lot of good in the world.

That’s why I’m Door Knocking Connecticut.

Because you never know what’s waiting on the other side. 🚪❤️

And Angela… thank you for the hug. I won’t forget it.


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Tell Your Story and Connect to Customers Authentically..Discover CT has been covering the history and small businesses i...
08/25/2026

Tell Your Story and Connect to Customers Authentically..

Discover CT has been covering the history and small businesses in Fairfield County for the last 5 years.

As storytellers, we highlight the origin of your business.

Your video is then shared to the over 100,000 followers across our socials as part of our delivery process and all content is handed off you for reuse and repurposing in the years to come.

You don’t just live and work in CT, you become a part of its story.

Mark
www.MarkPires.com
203-247-2655

https://youtube.com/shorts/uAvhFTE9kmU?is=9E9P5noC4A6uJb3g

08/13/2026

George Washington Stayed HERE in Connecticut?! 😳🇺🇸 The Untold Story of Fairfield’s Sun Tavern..

Did you know George Washington stayed at a tavern in Fairfield, Connecticut? 🇺🇸

In 1789, America’s first president passed through Fairfield and stayed at the historic Sun Tavern — a place where you can still stand today and imagine what it was like when Washington himself walked through its doors.

In this episode of Discover Connecticut, I take you to the Sun Tavern and tell the story behind this incredible piece of Connecticut history — who owned it, what happened here, and why this historic location still matters today.

This isn’t just an old building.

It’s a piece of American history hiding in plain sight.

📍 Fairfield, Connecticut
🇺🇸 George Washington
🏛️ The Sun Tavern
📜 1789

Would you have known George Washington stayed here? 👇

Tag someone who loves Connecticut history and share this with someone who needs to discover this hidden piece of American history!

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08/12/2026

Wait What?!
John Hancock Got Married in Fairfield, Connecticut?! 🇺🇸
The Founding Father Story Nobody Knows! America 250 exclusive!

One of America’s most famous Founding Fathers has a surprising connection to Fairfield, Connecticut. 🇺🇸

John Hancock revolutionary leader, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and one of the most recognizable names in American history was connected to a remarkable story right here in Fairfield, Connecticut.

In this episode of Discover Connecticut, I take you to the actual location and uncover the story behind John Hancock, his marriage, Fairfield, Connecticut, and the people connected to one of America’s most fascinating founding families.

And with America 250 happening in 2026, there’s never been a better time to rediscover the incredible history hiding in our own backyard.

🇺🇸 American history isn’t just in Washington, D.C. it’s right here in Connecticut.

Did you know John Hancock had this Fairfield connection? Drop a 🇺🇸 in the comments if you didn’t!

www.MarkPires.com

08/07/2026

Marc is the owner of something truly historic! The original downtown of Wilton CT known as Cannondale! Take a walk into the past with me..

08/04/2026

🚗 How Did This 1950s Car End Up Here? 🤷🏽‍♂️
Exploring 18 Acres in a suit in Newtown, CT! Part 1

My walkthrough turns into an unexpected adventure!

This nearly 18-acre property at 167 Toddy Hill Road, Newtown, CT has everything you’d expect, privacy, beautiful wooded trails, and endless possibilities!
but hidden deep in the forest is something you’d never expect to find…

An abandoned 1950s-era car that’s been sitting in the woods for over half a century!

How did it get there? Who left it? I honestly have no idea.

Come along and see if you can solve the mystery!

📍 167 Toddy Hill Road, Newtown, CT
💲 Offered at $799,000

Interested in a private showing or have information about the mystery car?

Mark Pires
📱 203-247-2655
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.MarkPires.com

👇 Leave a comment:
How do YOU think that car ended up in the middle of the woods?





07/25/2026

🚪Door Knocking One of America’s Most Expensive Towns | Every Conversation LIVE

I spent an hour door knocking in Fairfield, Connecticut—one of the most desirable real estate markets in America—and went LIVE on TikTok.

No appointments. No safety net. Just real conversations, real rejection, unexpected laughs, and genuine connections.

Most people only see the highlight reel of real estate. This is what it actually looks like to build a business one conversation at a time. Some doors never open. Some people aren’t interested. Others stop and share incredible stories.

If you’ve ever wondered what a Realtor actually does to earn business, this series pulls back the curtain.

This is CT Real Estate Door Knocking LIVE—every conversation, unfiltered.

👇 Let me know in the comments:
Would you ever answer the door if a Realtor knocked?

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing anywhere in Fairfield County, Connecticut, I’d love to help.

Mark Pires
Coldwell Banker Realty
📧 [email protected]
📱 203-247-2655
🌐 MarkPires.com

If you enjoy authentic real estate content, subscribe and follow along as I continue knocking doors across Connecticut’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

07/22/2026

Realtor on the Street. I chat with a bunch recent college graduates after leaving Colony Pizza! 🍕
Real talk on Post Road right in front of my Coldwell Banker! Plus a sneak peek at my new door-knocking idea. 🚪

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