Blog :: 10-2015

The latest in listings, Real Estate news, and How-To's

4 Terrifying Haunted Houses That Are Now On the Market

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Ann Starrett Mansion

 

Townsend, Washington
$750,000

Overlooking Puget Sound, the Queen Anne-style Anna Starrett Mansion is allegedly haunted by a red-headed female ghost. One of the former inn-keepers was walking toward the house and saw a red-headed woman in the tower but she knew she had locked the house. According to the story she only [...]

5 Simple DIYs to Transform Your Home On A Budget

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1. Use darker paint on accents and doorways

A dark or fun color choice on the inside of your entry doors can add a sophisticated touch to a plain hallway. It helps to separate the space and ad character - especially if you have a lighter paint color on the surrounding walls.  It also revitalizes white trim by adding contrast. If you're [...]

Brand New Contemporary In Newton Center

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0 Fox Hill Road 
Newton, MA

Move into your brand new home as soon as this spring! This home is in a great neighborhood surrounded by multi-million dollar homes and just a minute away from Oak Hill School! It boasts 5 bedrooms (with the possibility of adding a 6th in the lower level). The lower level is completely finished and plumbed for [...]

Charming Family Home Nestled In Chestnut Hill

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14 Dorcar Road
Newton, MA

This charming multi-level home is nestled in the Chestnut Hill area and boasts a 3,200 square foot living space. It includes 4 bedrooms, a study, 3 full baths, a formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen with a center island, and a living room with a fireplace. Ther are hardwood floor through out. The master bedroom [...]

Foreclosures Up in 32 States

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There were a total of 327,258 foreclosure filings in the third quarter of 2015 according to a recent report.

The annual increase in the third quarter was the second consecutive quarter where US foreclosure activity rose on a year-over-year basis following 19 consecutive quarters of year-over-year [...]

Food(less) Truck Listings: A New Way to Advertise Real Estate?

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A developer based in Washington D.C. is hitting the road in search of potential renters using their brand new (foodless) truck. The JBG Companies is the creator of Dwell Direct, an outfit they deem a "mobile real estate experience". The state of the art truck is now the company's mobile leasing office furnished with a 60-inch touch screen, [...]

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 [...]

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