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Posted on 02/21/2021

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay If you anticipate that you will inherit an estate at some point or if you plan to leave your estate to an heir, it is important to plan for the potential tax implications of that transfer. The federal estate tax is one aspect to consider. Depending on the value of the estate,...

Tax Planning Tips

Taxes

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Posted on 02/14/2021

What Home Buyers Want in 2020: Key Features and Selling Points for the New Decade

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay Energy Efficiency As home buyers become younger and younger, energy-efficient structures become more popular. According to the National Association of Home Builders, the most sought-after green features in a home include: Energy-Star rated windows and appliances. Toilets that conserve water. Tankless water heaters. Solar panels. Extra insulation. Triple-paned glass in windows and...

Market Trends

Market

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Posted on 02/07/2021

Create Relaxing Spaces in Your Home or Office

Image by Kari Shea from Pixabay Have you ever walked into someone's home or office space and instantly felt that it was positive, welcoming and peaceful? It means more harmonious work with customers and clients and a more peaceful attitude at home. Imagine walking through your front door and the stresses of the day melting away. A good...

Home Design

Design Tips

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Posted on 01/31/2021

Are You an Ambitious Buyer?

An ambitious homebuyer goes above and beyond the call of duty to find a great residence at an affordable price. As such, this individual is better equipped than others to streamline the homebuying journey. Anyone can become an ambitious homebuyer. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you seamlessly discover your dream residence. 1. Create Homebuying...

Buyer Tips

Buying A Home

Posted on 01/24/2021

How to Use VR to Sell Your Luxury Home

Image by Pexels from Pixabay Virtual reality (VR) may not be in every household in the country, but it's becoming more mainstream by the day. And contrary to popular belief, it's not just video game experts who want to get their hands on the latest technology. See how VR can inspire better offers from motivated buyers, leading to...

Luxury

Home Selling

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Posted on 01/17/2021

Finding Capital in Your First Investment Property

Photo by Jonathan Rolande via Pixabay Dipping your toes in the real estate investing waters can feel intimidating--especially when it comes to making a large up-front investment. Although there are ways to get started in real estate with lower up-front costs (low- or no-down payment VA and FHA loans, for instance), it's smart to have some savings to...

Property

Investment

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Posted on 01/10/2021

The Importance of Home Maintenance: Pest Control

Image by dayamay from Pixabay Termites and other wood-destroying organisms can destroy a home in no time. Even if you have stucco on the outside, you have wood under the stucco. If a piece breaks off, termites and other bugs can get inside and destroy the walls. Wood is everywhere in our homes. Even block homes have wood...

Pest Control

Maintenance

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Posted on 01/03/2021

5 Marketing Suggestions to Help Sell Your Vacation Home

Image by Rudy and Peter Skitterians from Pixabay Selling a vacation home is a lot like selling any other property, but for a few key differences. One, most vacation homes are far from the people who want to purchase them. Two, most vacation homes are far away from their owners, as well. This distance between owners, sellers, and...

Seller Tips

Vacation Home

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Posted on 12/27/2020

Avoid Surprises When Picking Home Contractors

If you've ever experienced the frustration of paying more than necessary for home repairs, remodeling, or upgrades, you're not alone! Most of us have done it at one time or another, and it's not a pleasant feeling! The good news is that if you make up your mind to do a little research, ask questions, request a free quote,...

Choosing A Contractor

Home Improvement Contractors

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Posted on 12/20/2020

Benefits of Buying a Single Family Home

Image by ErikaWittlieb from Pixabay You have been in the same home for several years, but you want to move. You'll need to decide whether to rent or buy and if you decide to buy, what type of home you want. Condominiums, townhouses and single-family homes all have benefits, depending on where you are in life. Many people...

Single Family Home

Buyer Tips

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Posted on 12/15/2020

Another Property Sold - 2 Windmill Bog Way, East Sandwich, MA 02537

Located on the desirable Northside of Cape Cod surrounded by natural beauty, sand dunes and marshes, this well maintained 4 bedroom 2 bath home sets on over half an acre and has deeded rights to private ocean beach and tennis on Cape Cod Bay. There are two bedrooms on the second level and 2 bedrooms on the first floor, one now designated as a home office. A large kitchen and dining area with fireplace expands to a deck overlooking the fenced backyard oasis with perennial plantings and koi pond. The many improvements include roof replacement, septic, wood flooring, heating, A/C, and hot water making this a valuable offering maintaining the...

Real Estate

East Sandwich

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Posted on 12/13/2020

Quick Tips for Paying off Your Mortgage

Photo by ESB Professional via Shutterstock If the thought of getting a mortgage and being in that much debt is stopping you from buying a home, plan to pay it off. Here’s how you can do it in just five to 10 years. Live well below your means. If you can keep your mortgage payment to below twenty...

Mortgage

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