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Posted on 03/17/2021

Open House - Basic Home Staging Strategies

Photo by ProgrammingIBC via Pixabay One of the most important things you can do before you list your home for sale is to stage it. Home staging refers to arranging the home’s furnishings and decor so it looks as good as possible. In other words, you use the decor and furnishings to make the home look like a...

Open House

Home Staging

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Posted on 03/10/2021

When Should You Submit a Mortgage Application?

If you plan to pursue a home in the near future, there is no need to wait to get a mortgage. Because if you enter the housing market with a mortgage in hand, you'll know exactly how much you can spend to acquire your dream house. As a result, you'll be able to map out your home search based...

Mortgage

Buying A Home

Posted on 03/03/2021

How Do I Know If I'm Eligible for a USDA Loan?

Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay If you're looking for loans with excellent interest rates, you may have heard the term USDA bandied about. This special type of loan is attractive on paper, but the reality is a little more complicated than what meets the eye. Learn more about what a USDA loan is meant to do, how to...

USDA Loans

Loans

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Posted on 02/24/2021

Determining a Solid Real Estate Investment

Post Image by Jens Neumann from Pixabay If you’re considering making an investment in real estate, you already know some risks you may encounter. While most people talk about how to invest and where you may want to invest, have you thought about what makes a good investment? Here are a few suggestions: Cash-on-Cash Returns Investing in real estate...

Investing

Investment

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Posted on 02/17/2021

Are Your Green Home Improvements Welcomed in Your Neighborhood ?

Photo by Maria Godfrida via Pixabay For a homeowner who wants to make green improvements and renovations to their personal property, the Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions, or CC&Rs, of the local homeowner association can pose problems that cost time, money and freedom of choice. This is especially true for homeowners who wish to make structural or aesthetic changes...

Green Living

Home Impovements

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Posted on 02/10/2021

Why Multigenerational Properties Are Seeing a Demand Spike

Image by giselaatje from Pixabay Multigenerational properties have seen a demand spike recently, giving sellers a reason to sit up and take notice. As family dynamics shift and the economy rises and falls, property owners need to pay attention to who's buying what. We'll look at what constitutes a multigenerational property and which ones are seeing the most...

Property

Selling Your Home

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Posted on 02/03/2021

Decor Ideas that Conserve Energy

Photo by Taylor Simpson on Unsplash Saving money with your décor can mean more than just finding a good deal on new couches. If you invest in decorative options that increase the efficiency of your home, you extend your savings. Proper insulation goes a long way but still, much of the energy loss in homes happens through the...

Decorating

Energy Efficient

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Posted on 01/27/2021

Helpful Home Projects for Aging in Place

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels If you’re planning to stay in your new home for many years, incorporating certain features into your home's design can make for a smooth transition. While you might not necessarily need these kinds of features immediately, you'll likely find they add convenience to your space. What can you do to make sure your...

Home Upgrades

Updates To Your Home

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Posted on 01/20/2021

Does Your Home Listing Stand Out to Buyers?

A home listing presents a valuable opportunity. If you allocate time and resources to craft an engaging and informative listing, you could differentiate your house from the competition. Perhaps most important, your listing could help you speed up the home selling process. There are many things you can do to help your house listing stand out to buyers, such...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

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Posted on 01/13/2021

Tips for Choosing the Right Vacation Home

No two vacation residences are alike. As such, it pays to be diligent as you conduct a search for the optimal vacation home. Otherwise, you risk purchasing a vacation house that fails to accommodate your long-term needs. Ultimately, there are lots of things you can do to find a vacation home that complements you perfectly, such as: 1. Establish...

Vacation Home

Buying A Home

Posted on 02/17/2021

Another Property Sold - 22 Whitney Rd, Shirley, MA 01464

Lovely Colonial on country road Close to Shirley Train Station, Rt2 & 2A. OH 16&17th, 11-12:30. Roof 3yrs Young! Freshly painted inside & out! Updated Baths, Open Kitchen/Dining w/new Vinyl plank flooring & Stainless Appliances. Living Rm (w/wood fireplace) & Foyer both w/hardwood flooring. Venture up hardwood stairs to 3 Beds and Hallway with new carpet. (Pics don't reflect carpet). Heated cathedral ceiling finished Mudroom has french doors to Beautiful deck w/new posts, Trex decking, & 2 sets of new Granite steps. 2 Car Garage has new ext staircase to 2nd floor (storage, future game room, practice w/the band?)...

Real Estate

Shirley

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Posted on 01/30/2021

Another Property Sold - 35 School House Rd, Phillipston, MA 01331

Welcome Home to School House Rd in the lovely rural Town of Phillipston. Nicely Maintained Cape Style home looking for New Owners. Close to Route 2 for easy commute yet settled in a nicely established neighborhood. Close to many area attractions. Unwind after work on your big deck overlooking a large level and private backyard Take a dip in the summer months in the large above ground pool or in cooler months gather around the large firepit in your spacious backyard. Entertain Family and Friends within the open concept living room and eat in kitchen. 1st. floor features a large as mentioned eat in kitchen, living room, full bath, Master...

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