A list of 5 tasks to complete while preparing your home for sale
Here is short list of five things to make sure to do prior to selling your home
Presentation is so important! In order to get the most out of the sale of your home, prepare your house the best you can.
- Make sure all the switches and outlets have covers, and they are clean.
- Every room needs adequate lighting, including the basement.
- Replace burnt out light bulbs. They should all be high watt bulbs. Burnt out bulbs show terribly in photos.
10 Pine Street Hamilton, MA
See homes currently on the market in Hamilton & Wenham, Massachusetts. This single level in-town home has space both inside and out! With a desirable 2,238 square feet, three bedrooms, three full baths, set on a large .4 acre lot.
The generous kitchen has been opened up to the family room giving the home an open floor plan and allowing the gas fireplace to be enjoyed in both places. There is also a front to back living room with hardwood floors, a gas stove and glass sliders that open to the deck.
The ensuite master bedroom, with vaulted ceilings and skylights, has room for a sitting area. One of the other bedrooms also has a private bath and was expanded with skylights and a sliding glass door that leads out to the deck. The large yard enables the home to have some privacy while being in a neighborhood location. (more…)
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171 Swanton Street Winchester, MA – Unit 28
Stylish townhouse condominium at The Village in Winchester
Sold in July 2014 for $418,000. See homes currently on the market on the North Shore. This townhouse offers an abundance of natural light. The first floor has a living room with a skylight, large windows looking out to the private patio, and a spacious dining room. The two rooms are separated with a galley kitchen that opens to both rooms. The kitchen is nicely finished with granite counters. There is a tile foyer and half bath when you first enter. The second floor has two bedrooms, two full baths and a laundry room. There is 1,435 SF of living space and central air conditioning. An additional storage room is located at the back of the covered parking space. (more…)
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9 Common Home Inspection Issues
Common issues that often arise after a home has been put under agreement.
Given our experience representing a vast number of home sales, we have identified a few issues that repeatedly come up after a home has a sales contract. Quite often the buyer(s) will request that the seller(s) address these issues, asking for either repairs, a reduction in the agreed upon sales price or withdrawal from the agreement entirely. We recommend that our clients be proactive, considering and addressing potential issues prior to contracting with a potential buyer, by making sure they are taken care of – or fully disclosed – prior to putting the home on the market.
Nine of the most frequent potential problems include: (more…)
1404 Commonwealth Avenue Brighton, MA – Unit 17
Two Bedroom Condominium overlooking Commonwealth Avenue
Sold for $337,450 in August 2014. See condominiums currently on the market in Boston. Located in an attractive brick building overlooking Commonwealth Avenue. The The association has 58 units and if professionally managed. Bright and spacious two bedroom condominium. The kitchen has some updates, an exposed brick wall and plenty of space for a dining area. There are high ceiling, big windows and beautiful hardwood floors. (more…)
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3 Northedge Road Hamilton, MA
Fabulous setting in Hamilton, MA
See homes currently on the market in Hamilton and Wenham, MA
Situated on a pristine 1.78 acre lot towards the end of a cul-de-sac in Hamilton Massachusetts is this 1979 contemporary colonial with many desirable features. This nine room, four bedroom, two and one half bath colonial’s distinctive style is evident throughout the home.
The home’s approach is inviting with a circular drive complemented by established gardens. Upon entry, a much desired tiled mud room with convenient half bath provides direct access to the kitchen and two-car attached garage. The eat-in kitchen is quite spacious with tiled floors, striking granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a glass door that leads out to a private deck. (more…)
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174 Cherry Street Wenham, MA
Post & Beam Home on 2.14 Acres in Wenham, MA
Sold for $295,000 May 2014. See homes currently on the market in Hamilton and Wenham, MA. Post and beam contemporary home with an open layout. There are vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and skylights. The first floor has room for kitchen, office area and living room with a wood burning fireplace. There is a first floor bedroom, lofts and full bath. Both the living room and bedroom have sliding glass doors that open to a large 34′ x 7′ deck overlooking the private 2.14 acre yard. The walk out lower level has two additional bedrooms and full bath that need to be renovated. The septic system has been updated.
Great location in Wenham, Massachusetts. Convenient to major highways and the Hamilton, Wenham commuter rail.
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44 Locust Street Danvers, MA – Unit 2
Three Bedroom Townhouse Condominium Near Danvers Square
See homes currently for sale in Danvers, MA. This circa 1900 home was converted to three condominiums in 2001. They are townhouse style, and this 1,409 sq. foot unit is the center unit setting it off it’s great location on Locust Street. Not to far from Danvers Square and very convenient to highways. Enter through a covered porch and enjoy the renovated space. The living room has over sized windows, the kitchen is open to the dining area and has tiled floors. There is a guest bath with in-unit laundry on the first floor. The second floor has two bedrooms and a full bathroom and there is a third bedroom on the third floor. These bedrooms have wall to wall carpet. (more…)
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510 Revere Beach Blvd Revere, MA – Unit 1102
Fabulous Ocean Views from this Revere Beach Condominium! Offered at $299,900.
Sold in July 2014 for $290,000. See homes currently on the market on the North Shore here.
Live at famous Revere Beach! Known as the oldest public beach in America with nine miles of sandy coastline and views out to Nahant and Winthrop.
Located on the 11th floor of the Seaview Towers, this unit offers ocean views from the living room and both bedrooms. The kitchen and dining rooms open to the living room and lead to sliding glass doors revealing a private balcony. Two full baths include one allocated to the master bedroom. Access to laundry facilities is conveniently located within the unit. Additionally, there is a deeded parking space and an elevator/lift to the unit floor. (more…)
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