worcester ma buyer agent: Appraisal discrepancies troublesome for sales - 06/10/09 12:24 PM
The Boston Globe had an interesting article on how appraisals can hold up or ruin some deals, mainly because of the bank owned properties being sold much lower than market rate. It’s an issue all Realtors and buyers are facing right now.
What’s the take away from all this? Work with … (1 comments)
Worcester MA real estate report: May 2009
Single family homes
Average sale price in Worcester, May 2009: $180,706Average days on the market May 2009: 140 days Number of properties sold May 2009: 43 Number of properties under agreement May 2009: 81
Statistics from May 2008
Average sale price … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Worcester MA condo market report, July-Sept 2008, Q3 2008 - 10/02/08 08:51 PM
Green, energy efficiency condos at Dickinson Place, Worcester
Worcester MA real estate report: third quarter 2008CondosAverage sale price in Worcester, July-September 2008: $128,489Average days on the market July-September 2008: 177.83 daysNumber of properties sold July-September 2008: 83Number of properties under agreement July-September 2008: 64Active listings: 345 condos
Statistics from third quarter 2007:Average … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Worcester MA market report: single family homes July-Sept 2008, Q3 2008 - 10/02/08 08:35 PM
Worcester Centrum
Worcester MA real estate report: third quarter 2008Single family homesAverage sale price in Worcester, July-September 2008: $206,760Average days on the market July-September 2008: 144.30 daysNumber of properties sold July-September 2008: 245Number of properties under agreement July-September 2008: 110
Statistics from third quarter 2007:Average sale price in Worcester, July-September 2007: … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Great Pumpkin Fest 2008, Saturday Oct 25, 2008 Worcester - 09/11/08 06:29 AM
Great Pumpkin Fest 2008Family-friendly Halloween fun, Saturday, October 25, Noon to 9:00 p.m.
Looking for a fun Halloween festival that's not too scary for the kids? Don't miss the biggest Halloween celebration for families in Central Massachusetts -- Great Pumpkin Fest on Saturday, October 25. From noon to 9 p.m. … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Packing to move? Do it right; mistakes can hurt - 08/25/08 09:46 AM
Packing up your worldly possessions and moving them to a new home can be difficult, even under the best of circumstances. An estimated 40 million Americans move each year, with August being high season. One of the first decisions to make is whether to hire a moving company. If you … (1 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Restaurant Spotlight: Bocado Tapas Wine Bar - 08/21/08 08:25 PM
Bocado has brought the modern, sex, big city feel to the Worcester dining scene. The latest eatery from the creators of Block 5 takes you on a journey of tastes and flavors inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, experienced through a savory mix of tapas plates and matched wine flights. Upon entering, … (1 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Newspaper advertising--gone for good? - 08/20/08 01:26 PM
Not a total surprise--all real estate professionals know that 80% of homes are sold from their online presence, but this proves it even more! The Los Angeles Times has announced it will no longer publish its weekly real estate section. Click here for the entire news story. Is Boston next?
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worcester ma buyer agent: 4 reasons people hate split-levels - and how to fix 'em - 08/14/08 04:11 PM
BEFORE: two rooflines create an awkward intersection and no real entryway
AFTER: an extensive second floor renovation and dormer added to balance out the home; a front porch with columns was added
What is a split? And why do they exist at all?What is a split, anyway? For most of us, … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Professional management vs, DIY (do it yourself) - 08/14/08 09:02 AM
What's the benefit to a professional management company handling your condo association?
Objectivity: if the community can't agree on how to finance a project, what priority repairs should be done etc. For instance, let's say an intercom is broken in both a Trustee's unit and in another unit. Chances are the … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Thinking of buying instead of renting? Steps to begin! - 08/13/08 01:32 PM
In this real estate market, it's an excellent time to think of buying a home. Buying offers you something renting never will: 1) significant tax benefits 2) the ability to build equity in your home.
So where to begin?
First, talk to a bank or mortgage company to become pre-approved. This … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Massachusetts tax free weekend, August 16-17, 2008 - 08/10/08 08:15 AM
Get to the stores early! August 16 and 17 is the tax free weekend this year for Massachusetts! 5% tax will be removed from certain purchases. What's not included? Tax will be charged on meals, gas utilities, car/boat purchases, tel com services, or individual purchases over $2500.
For all the specific … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: Better Than Your Average Yard Sale, Sept 14 Preservation Worcester - 08/09/08 08:42 AM
Better Than Your Average Yard Sale
September 14, 2008
10 Cedar Street, Worcester
Noon - 3 PM - free to General Public
11 AM - Noon - Preview - $10 Donation
Pieces include antique windows, stained glass windows, iron work, terra cotta and stone, weathervanes and other antiques! Definitely not … (1 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: 4th annual Hot Air Balloon Festival, Hudson MA August 9 - 08/08/08 01:02 PM
The 4th annual Hot Air Balloon FestivalAugust 9, 2008
Hudson MA Elks Lodge 99 Park StHudson, MA 01749 978-568-8129
The day starts with a balloon ascension or liftoff, weather permitting from 6 to 7 a.m. Admission charge for the morning liftoff is $2 for adults, $1 for children … (2 comments)
Worcester's Canal Fest! Saturday Sept 6 11AM-6PM
What: A giant street festival featuring horse-drawn wagon tours of the neighborhood, food from neighborhood restaurants, and musicians, dancers and street performers. A real party. But the best of CanalFest will be a full-sized water-filled … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: The Great American Air Show, Sept 6-7, 2008 - 08/07/08 02:45 PM
On September 6th and 7th, 2008 Westover Air Reserve Base will commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Air Force Reserve by hosting THE GREAT NEW ENGLAND AIR SHOW, This two day family oriented event will feature the United States Air Force Thunderbirds precision aerial demonstration team, the spectacular U. S. … (0 comments)
worcester ma buyer agent: 25th Annual AppleFest at Mt. Wachusett! Oct 18-19, Oct 25-26 - 08/07/08 02:20 PM
October 18-19, 2008 October 25-26, 2008 10am - 5pm DailyThe 25th Annual AppleFest is Mt. Wachusett's popular fall festival celebration including over 60 craft exhibitors each weekend, farmers' market, and special family fun side shows both weekends with traditional New England flair.Weekend One follows an Octoberfest theme and Weekend Two follows a Celticfest … (0 comments)
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