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JUST LISTED!

February 9, 2016

Lancaster ColonialNewer colonial in a premier setting in Lancaster! Cul-de-sac location and set back from the road to maximize the privacy of the 3.62 acres. 4 beds, 2.5 baths and nearly 3000 sq feet that includes a full Master Suite with private bath, first floor office, formal dining room and family room. Large kitchen features a center island that can seat 6 people. This custom kitchen with granite counters has expanded features to include a pantry, wine rack and china cabinet. Additional seating area with wood burning fireplace with easy access to the back deck through the sliders really makes this a space to be in! The upper level features generous bedrooms with a full Master Suite that includes a walk-in closet and private bath with Jacuzzi tub. Additional space can be had in the unfinished walk up attic or unfinished walk out basement. Central a/c, workshop and 2 car garage! Don’t miss this short sale opportunity!

40 Burbank Lane Lancaster

MLS  71957451

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SNEAK PEAK ALERT!

February 7, 2016

40 Burbank LancasterOpportunity is here!  Newer colonial set back from the road in a quiet cul-de-sac in Lancaster with easy highway access and privacy!  Nearly 3000 sq feet with full master suite, open kitchen and great room with wood burning fireplace.   4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and upper level laundry room.  Full walk out basement for additional finished space or a great workshop!

Full listing and pictures on Tuesday!  Mark your calendars for the group showings on Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 2pm so you don’t miss out on this short sale opportunity!

My favorite kind of mail…

January 29, 2016

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5 Things to Never Say When Selling a Home

January 21, 2016

5 Things to Never Say When Selling a Home

It’s a lesson worth remembering: Home sellers need to watch what they say to home buyers and their real estate agents.

Real estate professionals recently shared with realtor.com® the phrases they say sellers should never utter:

1. “Our house is in perfect condition.”

“The home inspection may reveal otherwise, and, as a seller, you don’t want to wind up putting your foot in your mouth,” says Cara Ameer, a real estate professional with Coldwell Banker. “There simply is no such thing as ‘perfect condition.’ Every house, whether it is brand new or a resale, has something that needs to be fixed, adjusted, replaced, or improved upon.”

2. “We’ve never had a problem with …”

Sellers need to be careful to not utter any fibs, even those that seemingly are small, when selling their home. “You’re setting yourself up for potential liability,” Ameer says. “You may not even be aware of the problem at first, but it could  translate into an embarrassing moment upon inspection.”

3. “It’s been on the market for …”

Sellers should never talk how long the home has been on the market with potential buyers, says Pam Santoro, a real estate professional with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. The information is available on the home’s information sheet for buyers to see for themselves. Sellers who wish to highlight this may find buyers believing they can get cheaper since it’s been on the market longer or have buyers wonder what’s wrong with the home that it has been lingering.

4. “We spent a ton of money on X, Y, and Z.”

Sellers who think that just because they spent a ton of money on some upgrade to the home shouldn’t believe that upgrade will be so desired by home buyers nor will it necessarily get them a ton of money back at resale. “The buyer doesn’t care whether you spent $10,000 or $100,000 on your kitchen,” says Ameer. “They are only going to offer what they feel the home is worth in relation to area comparable sales.”

5. “I’m not taking less than X amount for my home.”

“If you send a message that you are inflexible or not open to negotiating, it may not invite buyers to even try to work out acceptable price and terms as they will feel defeated from the start,” says Ameer. “Word may spread that you have this sentiment as a seller, and people may start to avoid the house.”

 

Just Sold!

January 15, 2016

Congratulations to my buyers on their purchase of 5 Prospect Str in Medway!  They will be warm and toasty with the gas heat and fireplace!  Lily and Andy are officially my New Year’s Babies!

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WOW! I am honored to receive this…

January 13, 2016

10-Best-Real Estate Professionals-1I am completely speechless and wish I knew which of my clients to thank for this!  I just received my “10 Best in Massachusetts” plaque from the American Institute of Real Estate Professionals!  I did not even know I was nominated but am truly thankful!

“Founded in 2014, we are new company with a big and innovative idea- that Real Estate Professionals should be recognized for excellence in their field and that potential Clients can benefit from this knowledge. American Institute of Real Estate Professionals is an impartial third-party rating organization comprised of 7 divisions consisting of legal and real estate professionals.  The American Institute of Real Estate Professionals compiles an exclusive list of the “10 Best” Real Estate Agents for each State. This is a prestigious honor for the Real Estate Agent as each Agent must:

  • Be formally nominated by the Institute, client, and/or fellow Agent;
  • Have attained the highest degree of professional achievement in his or her area; and
  • Having done so with an impeccable Client Satisfaction rating.

Many Real Estate Agents can achieve high degrees of success but this is often times at the expense or satisfaction of the most important person- the client. The American Institute of Real Estate Professionals looks for Agents that have achieved unparalleled success but most importantly have done so for the benefit of their client. Very few Real Estate Agents can do so and our organization recognizes this significant achievement.

Our rating system helps clients throughout the United States make educated decisions when it comes to choosing their Real Estate Agent. Membership is an exclusive honor and extended only to those select few who have reached the top of their profession while doing so with the client’s satisfaction being of the most paramount importance.”

http://aiorep.org/massachusetts-7/

Single family home for rent

January 12, 2016

Available NOW! Single family home for rent in the Greendale area of Worcester! This renovated antique home offers a great flexible floor plan with plenty of general living space and large bedrooms. The first floor features an eat-in kitchen, dining room, living room with an abundance of natural light, full bath and laundry. The second floor has two spacious bedrooms with double closets and a very large master bedroom with hardwoods and accessory bonus room! Full basement is available for storage. Pets allowed at owner’s approval! Come check out this unique opportunity to rent! Credit check and application with references required. Tenant to pay all utilities. No smoking.

Buy this land and save animals…

January 12, 2016

Currently owned by the Second Chance Animal Shelter and with a new price!  Your purchase will directly benefit animals in need! 

Beautiful location for your new home! 2.54 acre lot in Wales abutting Degregorio Conservation Area just south of the Brimfield line on Haynes Hill Road is ready for you to realize your perfect new home! Offered at a price below assessed value and sold as-is with existing structure. Existing structure does not have utilities. See attached information regarding ability to run power to the property with permission from the Conversation Area. Lot deemed builable by town but Buyer and Buyer’s Agents must do his/her due diligence. Plot plan available soon. All proceeds benefit the Second Chance Animal Shelter in North Brookfield. Not only will get the land to build your dream home but you get it below assessed value and you can feel good about the purchase!

Positive ROI from the first day

January 12, 2016

TWO FAMILY available! Ready for move-in as a mortgage helper home! You will have nothing to do with this building as an extensive system rehab has already been done including state-of-the-art gas heating system, electrical, plumbing and roof. Two two or three bed units with beautiful hardwoods, large open kitchens, pantry, high ceilings and character. Off street parking and yard. Full dry basement with laundry hook ups, new decks, large front porch and POSITIVE CASH FLOW if both units are rented! Buy for a headache free investment or purchase and live in a unit for headache free living! NOT A SHORT SALE and NOT A FORECLOSURE – QUICK CLOSE!

The colonial you have been dreaming about…

January 12, 2016

This is the one you have been searching for! Beautiful classic New England Victorian standing proud and tall since 1855 has so many original details it will take your breath away as you walk through the door. Sweeping hardwood staircase flooded with natural light from the upper stain glass window hallway is a greeting you will always enjoy! Go to the study with fireplace through the pocket doors or wander through the front to back living room to the dining area, pantry and sun room. Large kitchen with sliders to the deck overlooking the pool and back yard. Updated electric, plumbing, heating and bathrooms. Large detached barn with electricity. 2 car detached garage. Walk out basement with high ceilings and work area. Walk up attic ready to be finished if you need more than the 4476 sq feet! All on nearly a half acre off of Church Street with easy highway access. USDA qualifying address! Too many details to list so take a look at the pictures and call for a showing!