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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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Selling your home is a big decision. It's not just about moving, it's about identifying a proven seamless process that will help maximize the value of current property within a timeline that meets your specific needs.
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.
5 Productivity Hacks for Home Improvement
When it comes to DIY home improvement, keeping motivated and productive can be challenging for most homeowners. For large and small home improvement projects alike, some helpful productivity hacks can help you make the most of your home.
Keep a Rainy Day Project List
You’ll likely have an unscheduled day when you feel motivated and have the time to tackle a small project unexpectedly. Be sure you can fully capitalize on the situation by having a list of small projects on hand to tackle on a “rainy day” in the future. This will eliminate the loss of momentum or time spent trying to remember items on your to-do list.
Take Home Improvement Classes
Learning new skills and techniques can improve your abilities and plans for future home projects. Check in with your local hardware or home improvement stores to see if they offer classes or informational seminars. Many are free or inexpensive and can help you save money in the future by giving you confidence to "DIY."
Create a Home Improvement Folder
Whether you opt for a traditional physical home binder or a digital folder, ensure you have a place to store any vital home improvement documents and notes. From copies of warranties to paint swatches for each room, a cohesive collection of all the info you need to reference when making future updates is key. Track dimensions of specific rooms, paint brands, carpet or flooring information, and more.
Prioritize Regular Decluttering
Clutter can be a roadblock to a successful home improvement project, and while it may not derail you entirely, it can certainly slow your progress. Take time regularly to prioritize decluttering and organizing before you start a new project. Working around clutter at home can be overwhelming, and finding the necessary tools is nearly impossible when dealing with a messy tool shed.
Break Down Projects Into Micro-Tasks
If a specific project feels overwhelming, consider breaking it down into mini-tasks that are doable in a short period. This will allow you to tackle part of the project on your own time, instead of feeling the need to block out a whole day or weekend, which may be challenging to schedule. Consider breaking some tasks down into 15-30-minute chores that you can do whenever you have a free moment.
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.
Explore A Career in Real Estate!
Real estate can be a very rewarding career ... each day we have the opportunity to meet and help new people! Being able to help someone start a new stage of life is an extremely gratifying experience.
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!
After being in business for 20+ years, I've been able to help many buyers, sellers AND agents succeed. Getting started the right way with the right company can make or break an new agent. eXp Realty is now selling more homes than any other brokerage, so we have tools and training to help you succeed. Moreover, it would be my pleasure to introduce you to the company's tools, answer any questions that you have about the business and share my systems and training so that you are able to quickly launch your new business. Let's connect!