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Posted on 10/14/2020

Luxury townhomes vs. Single Family Homes -- Key Differences for Homeowners

Photo by Ricarda Molck via Pixabay More and more communities are creating spaces for both individual homes and multifamily townhomes. Both styles offer lots of space, comfortable living and access to a neighborhood's amenities -- but there are some key differences that might make one style more suitable for you than another. Learning more about the differences between...

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Posted on 10/07/2020

How to Stage Your Home for You

Photo by p_kennedy123 via Pixabay You don't have to be an interior designer to bring color and life into a home when you put it on the market. And you certainly don't have to drop thousands of dollars to hire a professional stager, either. For most properties, a few staging basics can make all the difference between a...

Posted on 09/30/2020

Make Your Home Appealing to Millennial Buyers

Image by fancycrave1 from Pixabay Those men and women from the millennial generation are now the largest segment of first-time home buyers. A full 66 percent of people who are purchasing their first home fall into this age group. Not only that, but millennials also comprise more than one-third -- 34 percent -- of the overall home buying...

Posted on 09/23/2020

Should You Cosign on a Mortgage?

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Should you cosign on a mortgage loan to help someone else buy a house? Hopeful home buyers who lack the necessary credit history, W-2 income or overall income versus their debt can face problems getting a mortgage lender to approve a loan. Borrowers with a 43% or higher debt-to-income ratio may learn...

Posted on 09/18/2020

COMING SOON TO SHIRLEY!! 32 Catacunemaug Rd!!! 4 Beds 2.5 Baths Colonial 2 Car Garage

Coming Soon to Shirley!! Showings start Sept 30th. Come Visit the Open House Sat/Sun, Oct 3/4, 10:30 to 12:30! This 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath, Colonial with lovely Farmer's Porch has been well-maintained. Tiled Entry with Half Bath leads you to Living Rm, Dining Rm w/Hard Wood, & Tiled Kitchen with Bright Eating Area. Venture up Hard Wood stairs &...

Posted on 09/16/2020

What are the Advantages of a Buyer Agent

Photo by Christina Morillo from Pexels If you're a first-time homebuyer and you've already started exploring available properties, you might think to yourself, "Why do I even need a buyer agent?" After all, you've been looking at homes for sale and the realtors who showed you the properties were very nice and helpful. But here's the deal: Those...

Posted on 09/09/2020

Tips for Keeping Your Home Looking Great

Image by fede13 from Pixabay Just as your car needs regular maintenance, so does your home. It may not be the highlight of your weekend, but home maintenance is crucial. Keeping your home in tip-top shape will help prevent problems down the road and give you an edge when you decide to sell. Check Your HVAC System A...

Posted on 09/02/2020

Which Is Better: Preapproval or Prequalified Letter?

Photo by Lukas from Pexels If you're ready to get serious about your home buying journey, one of the first steps is seeing various lenders. As you become more familiar with the process, you'll likely hear the terms preapproval and prequalified mentioned again and again. We'll look at how each letter works and what you should know before...

Posted on 08/27/2020

Is Your Listing Appealing to Pet Owners?

Image by Pexels from Pixabay Does it seem like the world has really gone to the dogs lately? If you've answered yes, you're right. It has gone to the dogs -- and to the cats. According to a survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association, approximately 68 percent of American households have a pet. Millennials are especially...

Posted on 10/01/2020

Another Property Sold - 159 Hodges St, Taunton, MA 02780

Beautifully done Farmers Porch Cape , in the Friedman school district, Crown molding, waines coating. corian counter tops, gas fireplace, , The upstairs has the Master Suite beautiful claw tub. All of the bedrooms come with ceiling fans installed for comfort.Finished basement with walk out to patio area. Above ground pool. Basketball area. Newer septic system. 5 minutes to rte 495. Don't missed this...

Posted on 09/30/2020

Video Tour - 32 Catacunemaug Rd, Shirley, MA 01464

More Pics Uploaded!! Showings start Sept 30th. Come Visit the Open House Sat/Sun, Oct 3/4, 10:30 to 12:30! This 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath, Colonial with lovely Farmer's Porch has been well-maintained. Tiled Entry with Half Bath leads you to Living Rm, Dining Rm w/Hard Wood, & Tiled Kitchen with Bright Eating Area. Venture up Hard Wood stairs & hallway to Master with 3/4 Bath & Walk-in Closet, 3 good size Bedrooms with large Closets, and Full Bath. Basement includes Storage with Shelving and large Bonus Rm. Lot is .72 Acre with Irrigation System, White Vinyl Fencing, & Invisible Dog Fence. Large (flat) Back Yard with 2 Decks, Patio,...

Posted on 09/30/2020

32 Catacunemaug Rd, Shirley, MA 01464 is now new to the market!

More Pics Uploaded!! Showings start Sept 30th. Come Visit the Open House Sat/Sun, Oct 3/4, 10:30 to 12:30! This 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath, Colonial with lovely Farmer's Porch has been well-maintained. Tiled Entry with Half Bath leads you to Living Rm, Dining Rm w/Hard Wood, & Tiled Kitchen with Bright Eating Area. Venture up Hard Wood stairs & hallway to Master with 3/4 Bath & Walk-in Closet, 3 good size Bedrooms with large Closets, and Full Bath. Basement includes Storage with Shelving and large Bonus Rm. Lot is .72 Acre with Irrigation System, White Vinyl Fencing, & Invisible Dog Fence. Large (flat) Back Yard with 2 Decks, Patio,...