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Posted on 11/16/2022

Belmont, MA Real Estate Market Update 11/16/2022

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Posted on 11/14/2022

The 3 Things You Need to Know About Selling to a First-Time Homebuyer

First-time homebuyers are an important subset of potential customer every agent and seller should know. As younger generations reach the age and stage of wanting to purchase a home, they’ll be entering the market with specific needs. If you’re selling your home—either through an agent or by owner—here are some of the most important things to do to...

Posted on 11/07/2022

Westwood, MA Real Estate Market Update 11/7/2022

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Posted on 11/07/2022

Millage rates & property taxes

If you pay property taxes, you've likely encountered the term "millage rate." While the term is often used interchangeably with tax rates, there are some key differences to understand. To help you better navigate the world of property taxes, here is an overview of the basics of understanding millage rates: What does “millage” mean? Millage rate, also called...

Posted on 10/31/2022

Stick-Built Homes: 5 Things You Should Know About Them

When you have a house built on your land, this is known as a stick-built home. These homes are considered traditional compared to modular or prefabricated houses that are built elsewhere and transported to your property. If you’ve been thinking of having a stick built house constructed on your land, it’s important to learn as much about them...

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Posted on 10/29/2022

Andover, MA Real Estate Market Update 10/29/2022

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Posted on 10/24/2022

3 Reasons to refinance your home

At some point, numerous homeowners ask themselves, “Should I refinance my mortgage?” And while some offers of lower interest rates and saving money may seem like refinancing is your best option, consider your unique financial situation before deciding. You may be asking yourself, “where do I start in the process?” Here are three quick checklist items to help...

Posted on 10/21/2022

Newburyport, MA Real Estate Market Update 10/21/2022

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Posted on 11/04/2022

Another Property Sold - 72 Dobbins St, Waltham, MA 02451

Too many upgrades to list in this 3+ bedroom, 2.5 bath home that has been lovingly taken care of by current family. You will know it is special as soon as you step inside! Bright LR features wood burning FP, crown moulding & new bay windows. LR opens to DR w/ newly installed wainscoting. New Whirlpool French door fridge, breakfast bar & Quartz counters in the kitchen. Sliding doors let in lots of natural light & provide a view of your resort style backyard. Just a few steps up takes you to 3 nice bedrooms all featuring hardwood floors. Family bath has been completed renovated w/ tiled bath surround, vanity, lighting &...

Posted on 11/03/2022

Another Property Sold - 71 Walnut Rd, Boston, MA 02132

Cash or construction loan buyers only. Seven room, three plus bedroom colonial in need of rehab. Located in the "The Grove" of West Roxbury. This is a rural setting with gravel roads within the City of Boston. Oak hardwood floors. Traditional floor plan. Master bedroom is large enough to potentially add a walk-in closet and master bathroom in the future. Recent plumbing repairs to 1st and 2nd floor bathroom pipes (you will see areas of kitchen wall and ceiling that were cut to to access plumbing for the repair). New gas hot water installed 2019. Home is vacant, cleaned out and ready for a quick closing. Beautiful private country setting....

Posted on 10/19/2022

Video Tour - 19 Lafayette St 1, Wakefield, MA 01880

Amazing town center & Lake Quannapowitt location! Extensively renovated (2014) 4 level move in ready town home with all new mechanical and electrical systems. Shows like a new unit. Seasonal lake views. Meticulously maintained. Open concept Kitchen dining and living rooms. Gourmet kitchen w/ dual fuel stove w/ hood. Granite counters and loads of cabinets. 9 foot ceilings. Gleaming oak hardwood floors on both levels. Family room/office with natural gas fireplace overlooking back yard with sliders to the deck. Large primary bedroom with ensuite full bath. Full sized 2nd floor laundry. Walk up to huge unfinished attic for potential future...

Posted on 10/18/2022

19 Lafayette St 1, Wakefield, MA 01880 is now new to the market!

Amazing town center & Lake Quannapowitt location! Extensively renovated (2014) 4 level move in ready town home with all new mechanical and electrical systems. Shows like a new unit. Seasonal lake views. Meticulously maintained. Open concept Kitchen dining and living rooms. Gourmet kitchen w/ dual fuel stove w/ hood. Granite counters and loads of cabinets. 9 foot ceilings. Gleaming oak hardwood floors on both levels. Family room/office with natural gas fireplace overlooking back yard with sliders to the deck. Large primary bedroom with ensuite full bath. Full sized 2nd floor laundry. Walk up to huge unfinished attic for potential future...