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March 3, 2016

Late Rent?

Owners/Landlords, if you have a tenant that is late with the monthly rent do not let it slide. Find out why immediately! Send a notice of late rent and start a paper trail as soon as this happens. Too often I see landlords let it go and then one month…
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May 27, 2015

MA Home Sales Fall…

I saw this coming. If you reach back into your memory to February, yes, and nine feet of snow, sorry. Our business came to a full stop for about six weeks because that’s when the snow finally stopped falling and started to melt. With this, streets opened up enough for…
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May 7, 2015

Reasons to Buy or Sell in 2015

2015 is the time to make a move in the real estate market; whether you’re a first time buyer or a homeowner, now’s the time to advantage of the current market. There are many reasons to throw your hat in the real estate ring, here are just a few: 1. Mortgage…
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April 1, 2015

Multifamily Properties Are Sparse- Why Not A Single For Investment Property?

At the current time, there are very few multifamily homes on the market and the few that are go under agreement fast. Those that don’t, are either over priced or something is seriously wrong with them. Because of the aforementioned, the price is being driven up. Why not consider a…
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March 31, 2015

Take the Lower Offer!? What?

If you are listing your home for sale and have multiple offers, is there any instance where you might want to accept a lower offer instead of the highest bid? YES! If it’s a cash offer. If the offer has no contingencies, i.e. inspection or mortgage contingency. If the sale…
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March 26, 2015

Avoid Surprises at the Closing!

One thing buyers need to know is that lenders require the new owner to prepay- for one year, home owners insurance. That can be over $500 added to your closing costs. Be aware of all the “little things” that may pop up when you buy a home. Questions -email me…
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March 20, 2015

How to Win with Competing Offers

Buying Real Estate A great house just came on the market and in your price range too. If you’re looking to purchase a home soon, you may run into a situation where you are competing with other buyers for the same property. If you’re at an open house with your…
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March 19, 2015

Multiple Offers & Bidding Wars

The current sales market is strong for sellers because there is more demand than supply. If you are considering selling in the next few months, there is a good chance you will have more than one offer. Especially if you prepared the property for sale, staged it well and at…
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March 16, 2015

Home Buyers’ Guide: Condo Edition

Home Buyers Use Caution! When you purchase a condo, make sure your agent checks for pending or expected special assessments. If not, you may get stuck paying thousands of dollars for an assessment that the seller was responsible for paying. One of the best ways to find out if something…
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March 10, 2015

Reverse Mortgages

Alternatives to a Reverse Mortgage Reverse mortgages can give the home owner additional income on which to live, but they are not for everyone. One of the downsides to these types of mortgages are the fees. With every type of mortgage, there are going to be fees involved, but reverse…
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