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Open this weekend – new listing in Grafton!
October 22, 2011
THREE LIVING LEVELS! Newer townhouse in an excellent commuter location with LOW hoa fees is READY TO GO! We’ve held off showings this week until the open house on Sunday (1pm to 2:30) so that everyone has a chance to get in and see this.
This townhouse features a garage, oversized bedrooms, 2nd floor laundry, tons of natural light, finished walk out basement, all upgraded carpeting, huge closets, master bath and pets are allowed! Stop in and see 30 John Drive in North Grafton this Sunday – you won’t be disappointed!
Photos from the event
October 21, 2011
Here are some great photos from the “Come Share Your Spirit” open house – at the height of the evening there were almost 40 people visiting the house!
Here are some people learning how to research a home through street listings and existing documents of the Ware Historical Society.
Hearing about ‘yester years’ and ‘days gone by’
My favorite room in the house. The study has built-in bookshelves (and used to have many more according to our historian), a window seat, fireplace, pocket doors and is just so inviting! Imagine this on a snow night with a fire going and a good book!
All together it was a very successful open house and really helped to show this beautiful victorian still needs a new owner!
Story telling at “Come Share the Spirit Open House” last night
October 20, 2011
We had a fantastic time with our guests and invite you to come see this beautiful Victorian for yourself! 11 rooms, 6 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with a stunning front entrance staircase, fireplace, pocket doors and hardwoods throughout. Modernized with blown-in insulation, pellet stove and new furnace. There is also a two story barn, two car garage and swimming pool!
Mark your calendars! Come Share Your Spirit!
October 3, 2011
Come Share Your Spirit with RE/MAX and the Ware Historical Society
Small Business Sunday…Home Care Veterinary Service
October 2, 2011
This is such a great concept and Dr. Cindy McGinn D.V.M. does it with care and professionalism. Dr. McGinn is a traveling vet in the greater Worcester area to fill the need of pet owners who are unable to bring their animals into a traditional vet office. Dr. McGinn will come to your home to treat your animals – even on a Saturday! She serves the greater Worcester area and I hope you pass this link along to someone who needs her services.
She can be reached at 508-450-8727 or drcindylou8@aol.com. Video below – let’s hear it for Cindy!
June 17, 2011
July is coming…the sun is out and many of us are taking vacations. Make sure it’s a great one and that your house is secure! Conduct a do-it-yourself home security check by walking around your house to assess what needs to be done to reduce the risk of a break-in.
1. Keep your home well-maintained on the outside
Burglars want an easy target. Stand on the street outside your house and ask yourself: Does my property look neglected, hidden, or uninhabited? A front door or walkway that’s obscured by shrubbery offers crooks the perfect cover they need while they break a door or window. To improve security, trim shrubs away from windows and widen front walks.
2. Install motion detector lights
All sides of your house should be well-lit with motion-activated lighting, not just the front. Simple motion-activated floodlights cost less than $50 each, and installing them is an easy DIY job if the wiring is already in place.
3. Store your valuables
Thieves want easy-to-grab electronics, cash, jewelry, and other valuables, though some are not above running down the street with your flat-screen TV. Most make a beeline for the master bedroom, because that’s where you’re likely to hide spare cash, jewelry, even guns. Tour each room and ask yourself: is there anything here that I can move to a safe deposit box? Installing a home safe ($150 to $500) that’s bolted to your basement slab is a good repository for items you don’t use on a daily basis.
4. Secure your data
While you probably won’t be putting your home computer in a safe anytime soon, take steps to back up the personal information stored on it. Password protect your login screen, and always shut off your computer when not in use (you’ll save energy, too!) Don’t overlook irreplaceable items whose value may hard to quantify, like digital photos.
5. Prepare ahead of time in case the worst happens
- Take a photo or video inventory of items of value in your home, and store the file online or in your home safe.
- Check that you’re properly insured for theft. Note that high-ticket items in your home office, such as computers, professional camera equipment, or other business essentials, may require an additional rider or a separate policy.
National Open House Weekend – Schedule Change
May 31, 2011
Whoops! One went under contract today so slight change to the schedule for my listings in the National Open House Weekend. Not buying right now? Forward the link to someone who is!
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