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…
Around 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…
If you live in New England, you have mixed feelings about the leaves changing. While the colorful landscape can be breathtaking, we all know what comes next…the often dreaded chore of raking. As we watch the leaves change from green to brilliant shades or red, orange and yellow, we all know this will lead…
Homeowners, whether buying, selling, or staying put, are always looking for ways to increase the value of their home. After all, it’s often their biggest investment! As a homeowner, I typically turn to magazines and TV shows for ideas. In these resources I find more aesthetic ideas – from decorating to remodeling. However, with smart…
All of us tuned into the news – both national and international – understand that the bubble of economic growth we’ve seen since the last recession could pop. Almost daily we see stories covering political tension, concerns over trade policy and stock market fluctuations both in the United States and abroad. Many of these…
Small pops of color are all the rage, but what about diving head (or house) first into this trend and making your home’s exterior truly pop? When you think of colorful homes, you may think of beach-side communities in Europe or Mexico. Or maybe the small beach huts we see along the New England…
Have you been watching the real estate market and wondering if now is the time for you to step up and purchase a home? Or maybe you are thinking you should wait until next year… According to a recent Infographic created by Keeping Current Matters with stats from CoreLogic, Freddie Mac and Bankrate, there may…
So many of us love the idea of having a garden, especially as we move into the warmer spring and summer months. From flowers and plants to vegetables and fruit, garden spaces add character to our homes and, in some cases, our dinner table. What if you have no yard? Limited space? Or little…
We are all whispering to ourselves, or shouting from the roof tops…RAIN, RAIN GO AWAY! Spring is here and we New Englanders made it through another winter. We are ready to get outside. If you are like me, you are ready to take on some spring yard projects that create an outdoor oasis for…
Spring has sprung. With this comes spring home sale listings (aka the spring market). Thinking of tossing your hat, or house, into the ring? If you’ve considered selling, spring can be a great time to show off all your home has to offer a potential buyer – both inside and out. When preparing to…
