Jim Lowenstern

How To Buy a Fixer-Upper As Your First Home

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Buying your first home is a very exciting endevor. Among the many decisions you'll have to make is whether you will buy a house that's move in ready or one that needs a little work. Many people opt for fixer-uppers because of the lower cost but they can end up costing  you more in the long run. Here are some things to consider when making [...]

Four-Bedroom Raised-Ranch Available Now!

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378 Crescent Street
East Bridgewater, MA

This is an awesome opportunity to aquire a great property for a great price point. It is ready for a quick sale and being sold as is. This lovely hoe could use some TLC making it the ideal fixer upper - definitly worth the effort! Clean title V, ready for a new owner, central air, hardwood floor [...]

Bill Propsing TRID Hold-Harmless Period Passes House

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As the real estate industry moves forward with the execution of the now-effective TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure rule (TRID), a bill intended to help smaller lending, title and escrow companies with compliance, passed the House of Representatives on Wednesday, October 7. The bill "Homebuyers Assistance Act (H.R. 3192), suggested a period [...]

Homebuying 101 for Millennials

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Buying a house in your 20s. Many people see it as an impossible feat. However, its not as far out of reach as you might think. However, before you jump into anything it's important to consider all your options. So, here's a list of steps you should run through before you make that down payment. 

 

Waterfront Ranch: Perfect for Boat Lovers!

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204 Captains Way
Mashpee, MA

Waterfront ranch property. A rare opportunity for boat-lovers with direct access to Popponesset Bay right from your backyard. Large lot with gentle slope toward the edge of the Mashpee River, wooded yard and above ground pool.  Quiet neighborhood. Easy access to town center, shopping area and beaches. 7 bedrooms [...]

Completely Remodeled Colonial in South Boston

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E Street
Boston, MA

This completely renovated beautiful colonial includes 3 bedroom with 2.5 bath and an extra room large enough for an office or nursery. It features an open concept floor plan with a modern white and grey kitchen, stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops with a large island. There is an eat-in dining area off [...]

Ideally-Located Expansive Contemporary

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28 Barney Hill Road
Wayland, MA

You approach this private enclave by the circular drive. The entry hall is inviting with its cath ceiling and skylight. You enter the grand dining/ living/ billiard room through French Doors and marvel at its dual stone fireplaces and built-in media center (the electronics will remain). The kitchen also [...]

Charming Contemporary in Newton Highlands

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237 Dedham Street
Newton, MA

This charming contemporary home is in a great location, just steps away from the Countryside school. Beautifully maintained, three bedrooms and 3 bathrooms plus an office multi-level home. Hardwood floors throughout, The living room features a quaint fireplace and open into the dining room. The eat-in kitchen is [...]

Modern Hilltop Abode by Architect Walter Gropius

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30 The Ledges Road
Newton, MA

Pristine 1.27 acre of level hill top land overlooking a picturesque countryside view. A rare opportunity to own a home built in collaboration with a world renowned architect Walter Gropius. The house is built from granite blocks quarried in Maine. Well maintained inside and out; the elegant step-down living [...]

Quaint Ranch-Style Lakehouse

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68 Kiahs Way
Sandwich, MA

Idillic ranch located in Lake Wood Hills in East Sandwich, a short distance to Spectacle Pond, local shops and activities. This is a perfect opportunity to capitalize on instant equity. Large lot, double car garage with loft storage, full basement, recently renovated sun room, beautiful hardwood floors, new [...]

Excpetional Stucco Colonial Family Home

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108 Hammond
Newton, MA

This exceptional Stucco Colonial is sited on over 19,000 square feet of fenced level land. This home is perfect for elegant entertaining and comfortable family living. Sun streams through the large, well proportioned rooms. Extensively renovated, this property boasts top quality finishes and impeccable taste. A large [...]

Non-Conventional Financing Strategies On the Rise for New Homebuyers

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Non-traditional forms of financing new single-family home purchases remained high in 2014, but the use and mix differed significantly across the country, according to NAHB analysis of a recent Census Bureau Survey of Construction (SOC) data. In the West North Central division, only 21 percent of new homes in 2014 were attained using [...]

Magnificent Chestnut Hill Estate

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9 Lawrence Road
Newton, MA

One of Newton's most distinctive homes retains the grandeur of early 20th century architecture. Nestled on nearly an acre of splendid park-like grounds this magnificent estate with stone walls, verandas and a porte-cochere was designed by the architectural firm of Chapman & Frazer. The elegant ballroom-sized [...]

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