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Posted on 11/24/2021
Selling Your Home? Make These Upgrades a Priority
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko from Pexels Initially, it may seem like backwards logic to complete a few home improvement projects before selling your home. Most people want to renovate their home in order to enjoy it for themselves. However, there are several low-cost projects that you may want to consider before your listing your home, as these improvements...
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Posted on 11/17/2021
A First-Time Homebuyer's Guide to Mortgage Basics
Image by Tumisu from Pixabay Financing a new home can seem overwhelming. For first-time homebuyers, the entire concept of obtaining a mortgage might seem especially daunting. There are many different lenders and many different types of mortgages available, so it's difficult to know which ones are best. Here we will go over the common mortgage types available to...
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Posted on 11/10/2021
Budget Bedroom Decorating Tips
Your bedroom is arguably the most important room in the house. This is the place where you go each night to rest your head and restore your energy. It's where you get ready for the day that lies ahead. Knowing this, you probably want to make sure that your bedroom is decorated to your liking. Fortunately, there are...
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Posted on 11/03/2021
3 Fun and Shareable Party Foods
Throwing a party or hosting a gathering is an excellent way to display your culinary skills. However, cleanup and equal portioning can be a bit of a pain. Here are three pre-portioned, easy-to-clean and completely sharable food ideas. Pizza Bites Pizza bites are a universal go-to food for many. They have a lovely outer crust that could land...
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Posted on 10/27/2021
5 Ways to Transform Your Backyard Into a Private Resort
Image by Eric Simon from Pixabay Enjoying your outside spaces has never been more important. With canceled plans, limited travel and a complete upheaval of work and school schedules, it’s crucial to have an outdoor escape. While you might not be able to travel to a distant tropical resort, you can bring the resort home—specifically, to the backyard....
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Posted on 10/20/2021
Here's Why You Should Include Personal Photos in Your Decor
It's easier than ever to capture your favorite moments, as you likely have a camera on you at all times. However, despite the fact that many people today are taking more pictures than ever before, those images rarely make it to picture frames. Those photographs represent some of your most precious moments, and they should be displayed with...
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Posted on 10/13/2021
Negotiating a Land Contract Vs. a Mortgage
Image by Shutterbug75 from Pixabay With a mortgage, a buyer is applying for financing to purchase the property in its entirety. They're relying on their credit and assets for approval before assuming responsibility of the full property. In a land contract, you're cutting out the need for a formal lender and relying on the seller to approve or...
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Posted on 10/06/2021
3 Ways to Add Houseplants Into Your Bedroom Decor
Photo by Max Vakhtbovych from Pexels Keeping plants in your bedroom can have positive effects on your mental and physical health. It can also transform the entire look of a room and enhance a relaxing aesthetic. However, if you have a small bedroom, it’s hard to factor in house plants while avoiding unnecessary clutter. Here we will go...
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Posted on 09/29/2021
Neighborhood Amenities Every Private Community Needs
Photo by Engin Akyurt via Pixabay When you choose a private community, you likely do so because of some of the more visible amenities -- the pool, tennis courts and clubhouse are difficult to miss. Which amenities matter most to you -- and which are just nice additions? A look at some of the potential private community amenities...
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Posted on 09/22/2021
3 Tips to Beautify Your Driveway and Add Curb Appeal
Image by mschiffm from Pixabay If you’re looking to improve curb appeal, don’t forget your driveway. The driveway is the entrance to your home long before you step inside—the first first impression you can make. While many see their driveways as purely utilitarian features used to get in and out of the garage or parking area, the driveway...
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Posted on 10/13/2021
Another Property Sold - 11 Darby Point, Mashpee, MA 02649
Welcome to 11 Darby Point in Stratford Ponds. A wonderful opportunity to live in a community nestled into 46 acres of woodlands, nature trails and two ponds. Enjoy a meticulous home in a modern ranch style unit. The space is welcoming with wonderful flow through, an open living room with vaulted ceiling and skylights bringing in beautiful sunlight , gas fireplace and gleaming light colored hardwood floors. There is slider accessing to a private deck and backyard. The dining room is tastefully appointed and leads to the modern kitchen equipped with stainless appliances, granite countertops and a laundry closet. The primary bedroom is...
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Posted on 09/16/2021
Another Property Sold - 64 Baxter Ave, Yarmouth, MA 02673
Great turn key year-round vacation home located in West Yarmouth MA. You will love the location of this home within walking distance to a private beach, mini golf, ice cream, restaurants, coffee and much more. Downtown Hyannis, the island Ferries and popular beaches are less than a few miles away making this a dream location. The home features Central Air, Vinyl windows, hardwood floors. Beautifully manicured landscaped private back yard with a tool shed and an amazing, oversized shed with electricity making a great home office, play shed or just a nice place to relax. Sit in your back yard on your stone patio and enjoy the quiet...
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