This is a thought that we are sure has hung heavy on the minds of many who were considering buying or selling real estate in 2020. You planned for months, prepared, saved, and searched but now what to do? Should you put your house on the market? Should you continue your home search and…
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On March 20th, the Governor of Massachusetts along with the State Fire Marshall issued an emergency executive order regarding licensing and inspections. The inspections information is what we want to highlight in this post, as it will effect real estate transactions during this time. Here is the exact wording from a memorandum issued by the…
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Last week, in our Journey Home newsletter we included our first, of hopefully many more, Partner Corner section. This Partner Corner featured content shared by RMS Mortgage on their social page about the fed rate cut and what this means for mortgage rates. Something that confused many, including me I’ll admit. Our friends at…
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We are continuing to see home values in the Greater Newburyport area of Massachusetts and Seacoast area of New Hampshire increase. If you are thinking of selling your home this year, or buying a home, how do you determine market value? You can look at homes currently on the market and the list price. You…
Read article Let’s start at the end, or “bottom line” as Keeping Current Matters (KCM) calls it in their blog. In the sites recent post, “Real Estate Is Soaring, But Not Like 2008,” from March 4, 2020 they state: “The year has started off very nicely for the residential housing market. If you’re thinking of buying or…
Read articleBuying a home is a huge, and sometimes scary, step for anyone. From showings to offer, home inspection to closing, and all the steps in between, there’s a lot to consider whether it’s your first time buying a home or you are a seasoned buyer. Each home purchase is different but there are a few…
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Every year, news stories focusing on the housing market seem to move spring earlier and earlier. For the past few years, articles have discussed the spring market kicking off as the Superbowl is wrapping up and Punxsutawney Phil is declaring how much more winter we’ll endure. 2020 has been a bit different. Many believe…
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Living rooms often serve as the center of the home. They are where we relax, and enjoy time with friends and family. This is especially true during the winter months. There’s nothing better than spending a cold winter day, snuggled up in a cozy living room. You may have done just this during our…
Read article Buying, or selling, a home should not be restricted to the spring, summer, or even fall. Winter can be a good time to go house hunting as well. Yes, we know the weather isn’t always ideal, and we are all busy with holiday preparations and celebrations; but do not let these factors stop you…
Read articleAround Halloween, many of us love a good ghost story or haunted house tale. For those who believe, living in New England, is perfect. Many homes in the area date back 100+ years. Just think of New England’s rich history and the spirits that could be residing in these homes; especially in an area…
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