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Here's the 411 on Credit Scores

Realtors often first direct their clients to get approved for a loan amount through their favorite lender. However, many of these clients feel betrayed, cheated and at times embarrassed to learn that the credit scores they counted on, in some cases paid for or obtained for free are not used by mortgage [...]

10 Boston Projects to Watch in 2014

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Boston is full of booming industry and improvement, from the ever-present construction on almost every bridge crossing the Charles, to the Government Center renovation. Here are ten projects in various stages of planning in the metro-Boston area worth watching in 2014.

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How to Win a Bidding War

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Contrary to what most people believe, it's not all about money. Sellers will sometimes take a lower offer, if it means less hassle.

"What sellers really don't want to do is waste time," says John Walsh, president of the Connecticut-based lender, Total Mortgage. This means having all the paperwork -

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Fail-proof Ways to Boost Curb Appeal

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First impressions mean everything, and when prospective buyers or realtors take their first look at your home, they'll immediately study your home's facade and front lawn. While an overhaul such as new siding can cost thousands, there are plenty of budget-friendly ways to improve the look of your home.

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Top 10 Places to Visit in Newton, MA

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This spring, take a mini "staycation" to relax! These top 10 places in Newton are perfect for exploring with your family and friends. So play tourist for the day and make a day revisiting these familiar places, or exploring new locations in your City. Either way, these sights in Newton are a must see this

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Spring DIY Tips and Trends

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It finally feels like spring is here! With the warm weather, many are getting ready to clean out the old, and start fresh with the new. But spring cleaning doesn't mean getting rid of everything in the garage. Familiar pieces showcased and refurbished in a special way can be conversation starters and a great way to add life into your space. [...]

Home Showing Tips and Tricks

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Sometimes getting your house to sell is all about setting the scene. From clearing clutter to rearranging furniture, listed below are a few a simple ways to make your home even more appealing to [...]

Real Estate Selling Tips

Selling Your Home? Don't Know Where to Begin?

Your Castles Unlimited Realtor is an expert in marketing homes. But your role in the final results is just as important: to make your home as attractive as possible to potential buyers.
Remember that first impressions count. You should do everything you can to make that first impression a
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Selling Your Home

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Selling Your Home? Lost on How to Start? Read Here!

            You have probably seen stories about how the Boston real estate market has been cruising along and you may be wondering what your home is really worth in today's seller's market...We've outline some of the most important [...]

Getting The Edge in Sellers Market

Getting The Edge in Seller's Market

Get the Edge in a Sellers Market

            Stephen Hussey, a Boston-area home inspector and real estate agent, sees it too often: home buyers blowing deals because they simply weren't ready to compete in today's fiercely competitive housing [...]

What You Need to Know About Buying Your First Home

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By: Jim Lowenstern
 
With the changing season comes a change of scenary. With this change of scenary, there are several things you should consider. This is the case when you choose to buy a new home! Here is a chronological list of things to consider before you buy a new [...]

"Flipping Without Flopping"

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I wrote an article for The Realty Times about important steps to take before considering flipping a house.  It is not as easy as you may think it is to generate profit from house flipping, but after reading this article you may get a sense of how [...]
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