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cape cod: 247 Central Ave, Cape Cod Water Front... Luxurious - 03/06/10 06:16 AM
Tuscan-like patio's extends around this Contemporary water side home with paths snaking down to the water where boating and swimming have been the norm for home owners. Classic Contemporary with optimized water views from the living area of the home and master bedroom. Floor to ceiling windows with no need for curtains bring the outside in and scream PRIVACY! Lovely hardwood floors, gas fireplace and top shelf cooks kitchen. First floor living possible! Walk out basement with opportunity to make a recreation room or Media center. Master Suite has walk in closet with window for natural light, large master bath with … (1 comments)
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cape cod: 77 Coonamessett Circle- Cape Cod Privacy with great Amenities - 03/06/10 06:00 AM
Privacy abounds! Contemporary ranch on private lot in Lochstead. Open floor plan with fireplace, over sized windows, screened in porch which brings the out side in. Master suite with master bath. One car garage attached with car door opener. Extra storage shed behind garage. Air conditioned...private back yard. Recessed lighting, stainless appliances, easy floor plan. Eat in Kitchen and Dining room. Surprising space in this first floor living ranch. Private, quiet and close to Route 151. House positioned between Falmouth and Mashpee, easy for commuters, quick access to Mashpee Commons. Pool, tennis courts, Coonamessett pond, (swimming and boating). Great community close … (0 comments)
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cape cod: The Power of the "Check List"...Listing, closing, buying... - 03/06/10 05:48 AM
I don't know about you...but when I have 10 deals going at the same time the Check List... keeps me on track and moving forward. My internal computer is not what it used to be ...so a friendly reminder on paper and in my sellers/buyers file...keeps me organized and heading toward a successful close. I even share my check list with the sellers/buyers and invite them to help me with the process. This way... if I haven't checked the check list...I am not the only one paying attention.
CHECK LIST FOR SELLING YOUR PROPERTY
SELLER'S RESPONSIBILIES
________New Deed preparation
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cape cod: Realtors meet the most interesting people...some touch us... - 02/25/10 05:40 AM
A gift of my job is the wonderful people who I am likely to meet. I was referred to a man named Pat through my accountant. She warned me that he was in his late 80's, had been "through" a couple of other Realtors and was best described as cantankerous. Dear Pat.
He had reasons to be cantankerous. His younger wife was leaving him, divorcing in fact because she didn't sign on for "old age". The house he had built, enjoyed and was comforted by had to be sold as part of the settlement. He had been a "money man" all … (4 comments)
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cape cod: Real Estate and the Broken Neck! - 02/22/10 06:57 AM
Sure we all have on some occasion have thought Real Estate is a pain in the neck...but I have taken this to new heights. Having always had a flare for the dramatic, in early fall I managed to break my neck. It's true! Not selling houses, not falling down some basement stairs, not by being in a car wreck no... I chose an easier softer way to change my life...YOGA! Upward dog can really screw you up if you have lived an "extreme life" and have degenerating discs! Yes it is true.
So after major surgery and the installation of a … (7 comments)
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cape cod: The Power of Keeping in Touch.... - 02/17/10 07:15 AM
Six years after I sold this sweet little Cape with large yard and one car garage, I got the call. My clients had since had 2 small boys and needed to move closer to grand parents for love and support. Could I sell their house?
In 7 days we had this sweet piece of Cape Cod under contract with a closing date that works for my sellers. Of course I can sell your house! The post cards, the phone calls, the Christmas rememberences... The welcome new baby gifts... paid off.
You see... this house is out of my area. … (3 comments)
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cape cod: AARP 5 Top Places to Retire....Boston at the Top of the List.... - 06/26/09 06:42 AM
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Lifestyle vibe: Historically genteel, especially in Beacon HillFitness fix: Strolling on the Boston CommonRetirees love: Abundance of culture and restaurantsRetirees hate: High housing costsMedian housing price: $402,200 Average temperature: 29°F (January) and 74°F (July)
AARP's Sarah Mahoney wrote a great article on 5 Great Places to Live. Boston made the list. Sure, Boston is not Cape Cod but we are so close...Why not venture south and find your Retirement Home by the Shore? Loads of inventory, great prices, wonderful mortgage options. Come to Cape Cod.
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cape cod: Ready for the MOVE? Here are some things to Remember! - 06/26/09 06:24 AM
I always forget something when I am planning a trip, a party or a move... I find that check lists are the way to go if you want to make sure all your bases are covered. So are you about to change addresses ...here are a few things that need to be considered.
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cape cod: Why Pre Qualify? Buying a Home and Getting a Mortgage... - 06/26/09 06:15 AM
It's a good idea to get prequalified for your mortgage before shopping for a Cape Cod home. Prequalification involves supplying a lender with basic information regarding your debt, income and assets. From this information, lenders can get an idea of the mortgage amount for which you qualify, and it can usually be done at no cost. Being prequalified can help you narrow the range of homes in which you are interested, as it's another way of knowing what you can afford. It can also help you act fast if a home you're interested in has a lot of interest. Prequalification shows … (0 comments)
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cape cod: Celebrate the 4th in Style...Falmouth Rocks the Skies with Great Fireworks - 06/26/09 06:02 AM
So when you raise your American Flag to celebrate the 4th of July... I hope you are enjoying the Falmouth Fire Works in Falmouth Mass... this Cape Cod treat has been well attended and supported for years. Recently Named on to the top annula Fireworks Celebrations. Just one more reason to live in Falmouth and consider your summer Residence in this amazing village of Cape Cod.
Travel & Leisure has named Falmouth's annual fireworks display as one of the 10 best in the country. The patriotic fireworks show is watched by 50,000 people each summer and was chosen because of the … (0 comments)
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cape cod: Great Contemporary in wonderful Area on Cape Cod - 06/24/09 08:39 PM
Lovely Lochstead! Contemporary free-standing oversized ranch-style home, on nearly 2/3 acre. Open floor plan and beautiful Armstrong Brazilin Cherry Laminate floors welcome you to this 1st floor living floor plan. The fireplace/mantle is highlighted with beaded panels of stained pineTile in Kitchen and foyer. New gas heating and A/C units, wide crown molding throughout, new quartz countertops in kitchen equipped with all new S/S appliances, windows are Vinyl-clad Andersen - Casement type, sliders, comfortable screened porch, attached garage and excellent attic storage. Back Yard has lawn, planting beds, garden shed and has dog/child fence with 2 gates
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cape cod: First Floor Living close to Jenkins Pond, Cape Cod Paradise - 06/24/09 08:29 PM
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Cape Cod Paradise. Ranch with easy first floor living. This is perfect for the Cape Cod enthusiast or the soon to be transplanted Cape Codder. $389,000.
Walk to Jenkin's Pond from this oversized ranch with two car garage. Central fire place easy floor plan, Oversized windows, high ceilings, pergo flooring, Kitchen with breakfast bar and family room leading to deck with fenced in back yard. Dog Kennel attached to the house. Extra drive way for friends and family. Air conditioned, unfinished expansive basement and dead end street. Ceiling fans,dining room and privacy.
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cape cod: Opportunity is Knocking, hello... open the door to the Cape Cod Winery! - 06/24/09 08:20 PM
Opportunity to own a ranch,on a farm with a barn and acres of Vineyard. Be a Winery or bring back the horses? Enjoy the privacy of the land and of the Conservation which now abutts the property. The land alone just appraised for $900,000. Wake in the Vineyard. Also valid in law apartment over the garage. Planted,to date, are the grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Pinot Grigio, together with Seyval and Vidal. Wine,Grapes and your own Vineyard here on Cape Cod..This fully operational Vineyard is a unique property here in Falmouth. An opportunity to live in and have … (0 comments)
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cape cod: Fabulous Cape Retreat in Falmouth on Cape Cod - 06/24/09 08:10 PM
Wonderful open Cape with cathedraled living room and fireplace, dining room with sliders to deck that overlooks manicured gardens. Oversized yard. Hardwood recently installed. Tiled baths. This story book home offers many upgrades, new sky lights, new floors, new appliances, new fireplace sleeve and waterproofing ready for gas insert. Enjoy the land with gardens and room for a touch foot ball game... Large shed for beach toys and much more. Great starter home ...with room to grow.
$269,000 with half acre of land and beautiful Gardens. Close to beaches and Mashpee Commons with Main Brand Stores and luxury shopping. This … (0 comments)
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cape cod: Falmouth Air Park... Live in Luxury and house your Plane! - 06/08/09 12:19 PM
Wonderful Contemporary Cape in Private Setting at Falmouth Air Park. Custom designed for entertaining, Cape Cod luxury and personal enjoyment. Red Oak flooring, Kitchen furniture grade solid cherry cabinets with inset beaded doors custom brass pulls and granite 2 level island counter with soap stone Farmers sink, Thermador gas Cooktop with tumble stone back splash. Mahogany decks on both levels, Media room with 6 leather seats, Triad speaker system, Para sound 7.1 Sound System, 100 inch Stewart Screen. Heated Hangar( 40'x 12' door) for plane or car collection, workshop and more. (40 x 36) with 240/120 volt outlets and potting area for … (1 comments)
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cape cod: Taking the mystery out of getting a Mortgage... - 05/10/09 09:34 AM
This is addressed to my new first time home buyers who have been worrying about the mortgage process... there is not a lot of mystery to it...but you do have some homework to take care of before you can apply for a mortgage. Time to get organized ... and HAVE YOUR PAPERWORK READY:
W2 (2 YEARS) AND ONE MONTHS PAY STUBS.
LANDLORD NAME /ADDRESS-PAST TWO YEARS
EMPLOYER NAME AND ADDRESS- 2 YEAR HISTORY
If you have a PURCHASE AND SALES AGREEMENT, they will need it...
COPY OF DEED
BANK STATEMENT- LASTEST 3 MONTHS. ALL ACCOUNTS AND PASSBOOKS
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cape cod: End of Quarter Stats for Cape Cod - 05/07/09 03:31 PM
First Quarter Results show median prices are down 18%
Single Family Homes
2008 2009
Total sales Cape Cod 1155 846
Upper Cape Sales 211 121
Average price $259,000 $200,000
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cape cod: What you should expect to pay to sell your home... - 05/07/09 07:24 AM
Sellers Costs:
Barnstable County Costs to Selling your HOME!
Taxes: The State, County and Town take a total $5.70 per $1,000.00 /sale price
Legal Fees: $500- $1,000 Depending on the nature of the transaction.
Deed prep and recording, discharging of the mortgage, paying any betterments on the property.
Smoke Detector Test: Each Town charges a different amount. Between $35-50 dollars plus a penalty if the smoke detectors do not work at the time of inspection.
Septic Inspection/ Repair: New Title V regulations require that the seller have the septic tank approved by Title V standards prior to transferring ownership. The inspection can cost between … (1 comments)
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cape cod: Mother's Day... just around the corner! - 05/05/09 07:54 AM
Women Celebrate... Mother's Day is your day to rule... Here are some priceless quotes about women and mothers... Celebrate... this sunday is your day!
The real religion of the world comes from women much more than from men - from mothers most of all, who carry the key of our souls in their bosoms. ~Oliver Wendell Holmes
The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness. ~Honoré de Balzac
"A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials, heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of … (2 comments)
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cape cod: Closing ... a state of mind - 05/04/09 05:06 PM
"If you build it, they will come" reminds me of the baseball movie, Field of Dreams. I use that way of thinking when I work with buyers and sellers.... "if you want it, we will close".
I believe in attracting closings. Closing is my state of mind. From closing on negotiating with my husband over which restaurant to eat at or on which house to buy... I am a closer. I like it. I like being decisive. I get a thrill out of the narrowing down process. I lose myself in the discovery. I attract people who aren't so good at … (0 comments)
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Annie Hart Cool, Cape Cod Real Estate Specialist
Falmouth,
MA
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Sotheby's International REalty
Address: Falmouth, Ma, 02540
Cell Phone: (508) 868-0664
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