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Posted on 01/17/2021

Pros, Cons, & Home Values of 55+ Communities

Image by 47shadesofgray from Pixabay Thinking of buying your next home in a 55+ community? You'll likely want to know the pros and cons, and whether the restriction makes your property hard to sell or bequeath in your will. Here are the key points to know. The Upside: Worry-Free Maintenance These communities are designed for low-maintenance ownership. Over-55...

Retirement

Housing Communities

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Posted on 01/10/2021

Why Should a Buyer View Your Residence?

If you plan to sell your home, you should consider how you can stir up interest in your residence. Because if you know how to promote your house to buyers, there may be no shortage of home showing requests as soon as your residence becomes available. Ultimately, it is important to give buyers lots of reasons to view your...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 01/03/2021

Extending Your Living Space

Photo by Sonnie Hiles on Unsplash You can extend your living area by activating your outdoor spaces. Whether your yard is large or small, you can create a spot to entertain, read, or just relax with these tips: Seating Most outdoor spaces can accommodate some type of seating option. If you’re working with a smaller porch space, try...

Posted on 01/01/2021

Another Property Sold - 681 E 5Th St #2, Boston, MA 02127

PREMIER EAST SIDE LOCATION WITH OVERSIZED GARAGE PARKING! THIS CLASSICALLY RENOVATED UNIT OFFERS LARGE STAINLESS GRANITE KITCHEN WITH BREAKFAST BAR AND FULL DESIGNATED DINING AREA COMPLETE WITH DRY BAR AND LARGE LIGHT FILLED LIVING ROOM WITH GAS FIREPLACE! KING SIZE MASTER SUITE OFFERS LARGE WALK IN CLOSET AND MASTER BATH WITH GLASS SHOWER. QUEEN SIZE GUEST BEDROOM WITH TWO CLOSETS AND MARBLE GUEST BATH WITH JACUZZI TUB. ADDITIONAL FEATURES INCLUDE LARGE PRIVATE DECK, IN UNIT LAUNDRY, CENTRAL AIR, NEST THERMOSTAT, HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT, SURROUND SOUND AND DEEDED STORAGE. THIS STRONG, PET FRIENDLY ASSOCIATION OFFERS ADDITIONAL...

Posted on 12/27/2020

Finish a Successful Homebuying Journey

The homebuying journey may require many weeks or months to complete. As you approach the finish line of this journey, there are lots of things you can do to ensure a seamless conclusion. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you quickly finalize a home purchase. 1. Conduct a Home Inspection A home inspection generally is...

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 12/20/2020

Does Your Yard Look Unfinished? Pull It Together With Hardscaping

Image by Tim Cooper from Unsplash If your lawn and garden area is full of lush, thriving trees, shrubs, herbs, and flowers, you're probably proud of it's appearance and of all the hard work you've put in to get it that way. However, you may also have a nagging feeling that it's missing something, but you can't quite...

Posted on 12/13/2020

How to Transform Your Room and Stay in Budget

Photo by Dominika Roseclay via Pexels Giving your space a much-needed makeover doesn't have to take a lot of time or money. Whether you want to recreate the space for a party, prepare for a sale, or simply make an old room look new, here's a solution for you. Use these tips to completely transform your room in...

Posted on 12/11/2020

Video Tour - 1 Prescott St #304, Boston, MA 02128

Beautifully renovated Top Floor unit w/open floor plan & far reaching views is located in E Boston’s desirable & convenient Eagle Hill. Easy access to Mass Pike & 93 N & S, quick walk to E Boston Greenway w/community garden & library, restaurants, DD, appx 1 mi to airport T & 1.8 mi to beach. Enter a bright, spacious open living area w/dramatic windows & unobstructed views. Inviting, large living room w/striking bamboo flrs opens to a dining area & fabulous, renovated kitchen ~ great for today’s style of living. Kitchen showcases quality/soft close cabinetry, SS appls, granite, backsplash & huge pantry. ...

Posted on 12/11/2020

1 Prescott St #304, Boston, MA 02128 is now new to the market!

Beautifully renovated Top Floor unit w/open floor plan & far reaching views is located in E Boston’s desirable & convenient Eagle Hill. Easy access to Mass Pike & 93 N & S, quick walk to E Boston Greenway w/community garden & library, restaurants, DD, appx 1 mi to airport T & 1.8 mi to beach. Enter a bright, spacious open living area w/dramatic windows & unobstructed views. Inviting, large living room w/striking bamboo flrs opens to a dining area & fabulous, renovated kitchen ~ great for today’s style of living. Kitchen showcases quality/soft close cabinetry, SS appls, granite, backsplash & huge pantry. ...

Posted on 12/06/2020

Benefits of Increasing Natural Light in Your Home

Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay There's a lot of benefit to be had from increasing the amount of natural light that enters your home. Scientists have long linked natural daylight to improved mood and productivity. You just feel better when you regularly work or relax in a room filled with light from the sun. Sunlight helps regulate circadian...

Posted on 12/04/2020

Another Property Sold - 17 Washington Ln, Hopkinton, MA 01748

Absolutely stunning 4B/3.5B home in terrific neighbrhd w/remodeled kitchen & bathrms, finished basement w/bthrm, natural gas, level/private yard & 2 offices to work/study at home. This home exudes designer style & high-end amenities ~ chic lighting, vessels sinks, flr to ceiling tile FP, gas generator, white kitchen w/Wolf oven/range, Miele DW, Sub-zero refrig./wine refrig., highend tile & stunning quartz waterfall center island. Open flr plan leads to FR w/newer hardwd, remodeled FP & 65” Smart TV/sound bar/subwoofer. 1st flr has dark/warm stain hdwds, upscale half bath, LR/DR w/rich mouldings & study w/custom...

Posted on 12/03/2020

Another Property Sold - 28 Ash St, Hopkinton, MA 01748

Fabulous opportunity to live Downtown Hopkinton – one block from the Common – 7 houses to start of the Boston Marathon! Magnificent park-like .65 ac lot w/mature landscaping. Spacious antique colonial w/4 bedrms, 2 bthrms, great flow, large kitchen/dining area, back/front staircases & huge ~ 30x34 barn w/2nd floor. Easy access to schools, retail, restaurants, coffee shops, library, farmer’s market. Barn offers potential in-law suite, art studio or home business. 1st flr offers redone kitchen open to DR w/FP & beams, living rm w/quaint vestibule, large laundry rm w/access to barn, 4th bedrm is W/O & would make great office,...