Another Honor for Franklin, MA - 09/29/11 11:21 AM
The town of Franklin, MA has not gone unnoticed in recent years.  In fact, for a relatively small town it has been honored by two national publications which is a significant accomplishment!  Family Circle magazine in 2007 named Franklin, Massachusetts as a "Top Ten Town for Families" then the next year CNN Money named Franklin as a "Best Place to Live & Launch" meaning the town is business friendly.
Dean College in Franklin was just honored by US News & World Report as a "Best College" for the North region placing 20th out of several notable schools.
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Should Franklin, MA Empty Nesters Wait to Sell? - 09/28/11 02:05 PM
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Like Leaves, Franklin, MA Homes Are Dropping Prices - 09/26/11 02:59 PM
The first signs of fall are starting to appear and home prices tend to follow this dropping trend.  Here are several Franklin, Massachusetts homes that have recently chopped their price:

 
262 Daniels Street:
Now $299,900, was $324,500 on 6/13/11
 
 
 

 
6 Kerrie Circle:
Now $329,900, was $339,900 on 5/6/11
 
 
 

 
 
8 Flintlocke:
Now $334,900, was $355,000 on 7/6/11
 
 
 

 
419 Partridge:
Now $329,900,  was $339,000 on 6/3/11
 
 
 
 
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How Do I Decide What to Offer on My Franklin, MA Home? - 09/19/11 02:39 PM
How does a buyer decide what price to offer on a Franklin, MA Home purchase?
This may seem like a difficult question to answer but it is actually quite easy...  Your buyer agent will sit down and review the most recent comparable sales with you prior to your making your offer.  Realtors use much of the same methods to determine a fair market value for a Franklin, MA home as bank appraisers would.
Living Space--the approximate living area of the home is key to determining value Age--year built but have there been many updates Condition--how does this home compare to others … (0 comments)

Town of Franklin, MA Hazardous Waste Collection Day - 09/13/11 02:27 PM

The Franklin, MA Department of Public Works is sponsoring a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, October 1st

 


(rain or shine) at the Recycling Center located at 455 Beaver St.


The collection day is for Franklin residents only. Tickets are $10 per vehicle and are required prior to the event.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Participation is limited to residents of Franklin, Mass. Positive proof of residence such as a driver’s license, tax bill, or other identification must be provided when pre-registering.

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Kathy Stankard & First Time Buyers,Relocation

Franklin, MA

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