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If you plan to purchase your first or tenth home, start here. Buying property in Massachusetts is not difficult, but it's helpful to understand and be aware of the local customs before you start your search. Our goal is to help guide you toward the best decision for your unique situation. To do this, we believe that a well-informed client will ultimately be the most satisfied, too. We look forward to discussing the current market conditions and trends with you - most important, we can't wait to help you discover your dream home!
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There's no doubt that this can be a stressful process, but after successfully selling 100s of homes, we've identified the smoothest processes, most effective marketing strategies and negotiation techniques to ensure the highest sale price with the least amount of hassle. Contact us today for a no obligation consultation.
Senior Options
Connect with experts to discuss senior living options. Knowing where to begin is the hardest part, so we've included a few helpful resources below:
Home Hazards
Asbestos - Asbestos.com provides a Guide to Asbestos in The Home ... it outlines common asbestos locations, related heath concerns and how to deal with asbestos when it's found. Tips on how to hire an asbestos remover can also be found at asbestos.com.
Lead Paint - Slowly phased out in the 1960s and 1970s, lead paint was ultimately outlawed in residential use in 1978. Consequently, all homes older than 1978 are suspect; however, there are many ways to mitigate lead paint and costs can vary. In recent years, the government has eased mitigation requirements to encourage lead compliance. The below sites provide additional information about lead paint safety ... you can even search property to see if it's been tested for lead paint.
Mass.gov - Search property testing history
Massachusetts Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program’s Lead Safe Homes 1.0 database
New England Lead Prevention - Information for home buyers, tenants, landlords, etc.
Selling Your Home? Avoid These Front-Yard 'Eyesores'
If your home is currently for sale or you’re thinking about listing it soon, you’ve undoubtedly got curb appeal on your mind. No matter how many fabulous features or spacious rooms your home has, how potential buyers see it from the curb is essential to ensuring they actually make it through the front door.
The good news is, there are many easy strategies and minor investments that can boost your home’s curb appeal, and the professional real estate agent you’re working with can guide you on what enhancements would present your home in its best light. MSN spoke with design experts who advised steering clear of these front-yard “eyesores” you may be overlooking. They may seem minor, but they can detract from your home’s appearance in a big way.
A disheveled lawn.
When selling your home, keeping your lawn in tip-top shape is a must. So if your grass is overgrown or suffering from bald patches, prospective buyers may view it as a sign of neglect, no matter how stunning the rest of your home is. Experts say to stick to a regular mowing schedule, water consistently, reseed patchy areas, and talk to a lawn-care expert if there are problems you can’t solve on your own.
Tacky lawn decor.
If you’ve got plastic figurines or decorative items scattered about your lawn, keep in mind that they could cheapen the overall look of your home. While you may love them, pack away kitschy lawn decor while your home is listed for sale, and consider investing in higher-quality pieces that will enhance your home's overall look. Generally, less (or none) is more.
Dead plants and refuse.
While everybody seems to have that one area of their yard where they stash away dead leaves and plant cuttings, if you’re trying to sell your home, it’s time to clean up that pile. The same goes for dead plants. Perhaps you were hoping you could nurse them back to life, or simply haven’t gotten around to disposing of them. Whatever the case may be, be sure to get rid of them now before they negatively affect your home’s curb appeal.
Old mailboxes.
If your mailbox has seen better days or is outdated in design, invest in a brand-new, modern style before listing your home for sale. The mailbox is often one of the first features you see from the curb, so you don’t want to send the message that your home is old and worse for wear. (The same goes for your doorbell; if it's broken, replace it ASAP.)
Clashing planters.
Do you have a collection of mismatched pots and planters around your yard? If so, it could make your home look disorganized and messy to prospective buyers. Get rid of miscellaneous planters or repot plants into containers that offer a more stylish, cohesive look.
While many other factors will influence the sale of your home, ensuring positive curb appeal is a good place to start.
Other Useful Tools
Financing ... everyone's budget and cash flow is different. Whether you you get paid on a salary, hourly, bonus or commission basis, understanding your monthly obligation is critical when buying a home.
Here is a link to a mortgage calculator to help you start your planning.
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It's relatively easy to get started, but knowing where and how to start is the biggest challenge. Unfortunately, the state licensing exam doesn't cover any marketing or business planning ... so new agents are often left to sink or swim! In 2023, the National Association of Realtors estimates 10,000 agents are being forced to leave the business each month!
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