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How To Save On Closing Costs As A Buyer

Buying a house is one of the most expensive purchases most people will ever make. The total price can be staggering, but it’s paid out over many months, so it feels more doable. But on closing day, you’ll be hit with quite a few upfront fees and costs that need to be in your budget. Many buyers aren’t aware of the “sticker shock” of all the extra fees that come due at closing. These average out to roughly 3% to 4% of the home price. It might not sound like a lot of money. But on a $200,000 … Continue reading...

Appraisal Gap- Get Your Dream Home Under Contract!

The beginning half of 2021 has been a red hot market seller's market. Low inventory and low-interest rates is making competition fierce among homebuyers in just about every market in the United States. Having good financing may no longer be good enough to secure the home of your dreams. Many buyers are finding themselves in a bidding war and willing to pay more than the list price. But, buyers arent just offering above the sale price, they are willing to remove their home inspection contingency, … Continue reading...

Why Should You Need A Realtor To Buy Or Sell A Home?

The question of whether you need a REALTOR to sell or buy a home is often controversial. But we think it is needed. The main thing is that you must clearly understand what you expect from working with a realtor. What can a realtor be entrusted or entrusted with? We will help you figure it out. What do you have to do: It seems that the transaction is simple: Find a home or buyer Draw up a sales contract Register a deal Make a calculation You can handle the home selling process - if you have … Continue reading...

Should I Get A Home Inspection Before Buying?

Homebuyers will frequently ask "should I get a home inspection before buying?" The answer is certainly very specific to the circumstances. In most cases, I would certainly recommend that a home inspection is done. Why Should I get a Home Inspection Before Buying? Buying a home for many is not something that is done very often. You take the time to get properly financed for your home purchase, search for homes then finally put in an offer. Ont op of it all, … Continue reading...

First Time Home Buyer In Massachusetts (MA) – 5 Step Guide [2022]

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Buying your first home is a big deal. As a first time home buyer in MA, there is much you need to know. You don’t have to buy your first Massachusetts home alone. There are some great real estate professionals to help you get the job done. Your real estate team will include a REALTOR representing you, a mortgage broker, a home inspector and a real estate attorney. All of the professionals have the experience to guide you effortlessly through the process of purchasing your first … Continue reading...

Massachusetts Buyers Agent – What Can I do for You?

A Massachusetts Buyer's Agent is key to your next home purchase

Why You Should Work With A Massachusetts Buyer's Agent Purchasing a new home, whether it is as first time home buyers, move-up buyers or buyers deciding to downsize can be a very exciting time. On the other hand, a real estate transaction is filled with many complexities. Some of those complexities can have legal ramifications. Homebuyers and home sellers can also be very emotionally charged. And those emotions can get it in the way. There are certain mistakes that can be made by home … Continue reading...

What To Know About Easements and Right of Ways

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Last night I wrapped up a property showing with a buyer client of mine. During the showing, we discovered there was an easement with the property. As a home buyer, it may be more common than you think to run into an easement or right of way over the land of a home you are thinking of buying. It is also not uncommon for sellers to be completely unaware that they have easements or rights of ways that run with their land. As a seller, you can avoid some last-minute issues by disclosing any … Continue reading...

What Is The Difference Between A REALTOR And A Real Estate Agent?

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The word REALTOR and real estate agent are often thrown around synonymously. In most consumer’s minds, there is no difference between a REALTOR and a real estate agent. When talking about the difference between a REALTOR and a real estate agent is, we should also add a real estate broker to the mix. Real estate broker is another term thrown around synonymously with real estate agent and REALTOR. On top of all that you have listing agents, facilitators, buyer’s agent's and dual agents … Continue reading...

USPS Change of Address

Changing your address is just part of moving. It doesn't matter if you are moving from apartment to apartment, buying your first home, or moving up to a bigger home. The fact is, amongst all that chaos, you need to notify the United States Post Office of your change of address so your important mail can follow you to your new location. Once you submit the form it will take 10 to 14 days for your mail forwarding to start with the USPS. How To Change Your Address With The USPS There … Continue reading...

Everything You Need To Know When Moving With A Storage Pod

Buying a new home means moving. And when it comes to moving you have a ton of different options to consider, packing and moving yourself, renting a U-haul and hiring labor, hiring a moving company, using a storage pod, etc... There a ton of options when you move and finding the balance between convenience and cost will require a little homework. Using storage pods to make your move has some advantages that other moving methods don't have. A storage pod rental can be a great choice if … Continue reading...