Blog :: 06-2016

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

Luxurious Adobe Home in Santa Fe

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Luxurious custom touches and amenities abound in this 5 bedroom, 6 ½ bath, 9728 square foot home, constructed of solid adobe. Its' sumptuous living room offers a custom designed fireplace, and Duane Dahl hand blown glass wall sconces. The slightly sunken kiva-style dining room’s highlights include massive viga posts from Colorado, and a stacked viga ceiling.

6 Tips for Bringing the Indoors Out This Summer

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Now that the cold, wet dreariness of winter is a distant memory, it’s time to rejoice in the sunny outdoors. But what do you do if you’ve gotten so used to spending your days cooped up inside that you’ve forgotten how to take advantage of your backyard? bring the indoors out! With a few DIY tricks, you can spend your summer indulging (comfortably and with style) in everything the outdoors has to offer.

Homebuyer Checklist: What To Look For In A House

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Are you in the process of buying a home? If so, it can be hard not to get overwhelmed by all the possibilities and choices. You can lose sight of things that are important to you in lieu of shiny countertops or pretty landscaping. Here is a checklist that will help keep you on track.

Beautiful Tuscan Mansion atop Carter Hill

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Over 11,000 square feet of meticulously constructed improvements custom designed to embrace the spectacular setting atop nearly 100 peaceful, private acres. Amid the acreage are a main house, guesthouse, gatehouse, infinity-edged saline pool and pool house, gardens, and even a small vineyard.

6 Seemingly Smart Moves That May Ruin Your Remodel

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You are dying to update your home, and you are very excited for the remodeling process to begin. But you aren’t naive. You have heard the horror stories about renovations, and you intend to make yours go smoothly. So you have done your homework, dotted your i’s and crossed your t’s, and you are confident your remodel will go off without a hitch! However, if one of these common mistakes is part of your strategy, you might want to think again.

The Most Common and Costly Mistakes Made by New Homeowners

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A new home is one of the biggest purchases people will make in their lifetimes. Regrettably, costly mistakes can be made by anyone involved in the transaction - builders, remodeling contractors, or even the new homeowners themselves. Knowing a few of the common mistakes homeowners make can prevent future confusion and save you lots of time, headaches and most importantly, money.

This Is Who You Need On Your Home Remodel Team

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When it comes to remodeling, the bigger the better is the motto most people go by. According to a recently released National Association of Home Builders survey, additions and whole-house remodels are on the rise. The Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard predicts that the amount of money toward remodels will get up to $325 billion by the start of 2017.

Why Owning Property is the Best Investment

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Buying real estate is about more than just finding a place to call home. Investing in real estate has become increasingly popular over the last fifty years and has become a common investment vehicle. Although the real estate market has plenty of opportunities for making big gains, buying and owning real estate is a lot more complicated than investing in stocks and bonds. With the following points, you will learn to see real estate as an investment.

Moving on your Mind? 5 Telltale Signs You're Ready

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When it comes time to list your home on the market, the decision to sell shouldn’t be taken lightly. Rather than asking your Magic 8 Ball whether now’s the time to pack up your belongings and move into a new space, you’ll want to focus on a variety of factors to be sure your decision makes the most sense for you and your family.

Gorgeous Brookline Condo In Washington Square for $1,150,000

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Located on a quiet one-way street in Washington Square, this gorgeous south-facing sun filled 3 bedroom/2.5 bathroom condo offers the feel of a single family home while being incredibly close to the T, restaurants, shops, and Driscoll School. 

Boston Moves Further Into Buying Territory Over Renting

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The latest national index is further proof that the U.S. housing market is moving further into buying territory. Based on numbers from the end of the first quarter and the recent study that home prices nationally increased 5.4%, the housing market seems to be relatively sound.

Unique Lakefront Estate on Southwest Oakville's Gold Coast

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This majestic waterfront estate is 8,407 square feet of finely finished space above grade plus an additional 4,667 square feet of finished space below with a walk up to the incredible rear yard. The interior is finished with impeccable and meticulous details including hardwood floors, oversized arched mahogany doors, and sweeping lake views.

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