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Posted on 05/27/2020

Outdoor DIY: Entertaining With a Pergola

Photo by marcdenning via Pixabay Adding square footage of living space to your home is always a sound investment. Not only does it give you and your family more space to play, but it adds resale value, too -- even if the square footage you add is outdoors. A well-designed and constructed pergola does both. It provides shade...

DIY

Home Impovements

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Posted on 05/20/2020

Tips for Marketing a Property as an Ideal Retirement Option

Photo by Designecologist from Pexels You love your home, but you want to make a change. In many cases, you’ll work with a real estate agent who can help you to market your home professionally to your ideal home buyer. Yet, for some properties, having a very specific target buyer in mind can work well. If you live...

Real Estate Marketing

Seller Tips

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Posted on 05/13/2020

Tips for Moving Cross-Country

Photo by Peter Fazekas from Pexels Whether you are relocating to follow a dream, start a new job or simply have an adventure, cross-country moving requires careful planning and consideration. Moving across the country comes with a unique set of challenges, so it is important to prepare well in advance. Below are some tips to help you simplify...

Posted on 05/06/2020

Financing with a Mortgage Lender

Photo by Helloquence on Unsplash When financing a home purchase, one of the most basic decisions to make is where to get your mortgage from. The basic options are whether you should go to a mortgage lender or not. Financing with a mortgage lender has both pros and cons. Pro: Many Loan Options If you go to a...

Posted on 04/29/2020

Plant Allergies and How to Manage Them

If you have asthma or any allergies, the kind of flowers, plants, or trees that you plant in your garden must be considered seriously. You need to find out a plant that is allergy friendly, that doesn't allow broad exposure of pollen. Plants release pollen into the air during different seasons, which can trigger your allergies. The best...

Healthy

Allergies

Posted on 04/22/2020

How Big Businesses Affect the Real Estate in Rural Towns

Photo by Vit Ducken via Pixabay There has been a lot of concern about the state of rural America and how it's being affected by large businesses. Big box stores like are said to destroy local businesses, causing an economic drought in small towns. But despite the statistics, there's a bigger picture to consider. We'll look at how...

Posted on 04/15/2020

Creating Your Home Reading Nook

For those who love reading, the right nook with the perfect amount of light is a dream come true. Often times, these areas are found in a quaint coffee house or an old library. But what about in your home? Here are a few things to think about when creating your dream, reading corner. • Space: You may...

Posted on 04/08/2020

Ideas for Minor Bathroom Remodeling Projects

Photo by Christian Mackie on Unsplash Fixing up your bathroom can add considerable value to your home, which is important to keep in mind if you plan on selling in the near future. If you would rather avoid having to make major changes to your bathroom, there are several minor remodeling projects to consider instead. The following remodeling...

Posted on 04/01/2020

3 Home Improvement Projects That Can Get an Older Home Sold

Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay Are you preparing to list your older home for sale on the market? While older homes are still widely sought by both first-time and returning home buyers, sometimes they will need a little sprucing up so that you can maximize your sale price and get it sold more quickly. The good news is...

Posted on 06/02/2020

80 Baxter Avenue, West Yarmouth, MA 02673 is now new to the market!

Come and see all that this great West Yarmouth home has to offer! Recently remodeled including exterior recently painted, floors, all inside rooms with new paint, out door shower, shed, and new PVC decking on 2 floors with views of Lewis bay from top deck. Step from inside the spacious master suite with a beautifully remodeled master bath onto your own private upper deck and enjoy your morning beverage while you look over Lewis Bay and the fenced in backyard. Grill up a delicious meal and enjoy dining on the large main floor deck. The main living area is spacious and the perfect spot for family and friends to gather with plenty of room for...

Posted on 06/02/2020

Video Tour - 80 Baxter Ave, Yarmouth, MA 02673

Come and see all that this great West Yarmouth home has to offer! Recently remodeled including exterior recently painted, all inside rooms with new paint, out door shower, shed, and new PVC decking on 2 floors with views of Lewis bay from top deck. Step from inside the spacious master suite with a beautifully remodeled master bath onto your own private upper deck and enjoy your morning beverage while you look over Lewis Bay and the fenced in backyard. Grill up a delicious meal and enjoy dining on the large main floor deck. The main living area is spacious and the perfect spot for family and friends to gather with plenty of room for all to...

Posted on 06/02/2020

80 Baxter Ave, Yarmouth, MA 02673 is now new to the market!

Come and see all that this great West Yarmouth home has to offer! Recently remodeled including exterior recently painted, all inside rooms with new paint, out door shower, shed, and new PVC decking on 2 floors with views of Lewis bay from top deck. Step from inside the spacious master suite with a beautifully remodeled master bath onto your own private upper deck and enjoy your morning beverage while you look over Lewis Bay and the fenced in backyard. Grill up a delicious meal and enjoy dining on the large main floor deck. The main living area is spacious and the perfect spot for family and friends to gather with plenty of room for all to...