kathryn acciari: Interior Decorating from Your Desktop - Sherwin Williams
- 06/04/10 03:05 AM
Interior Decorating from Your Desktop - Sherwin-Williams Color Visualizer
Do you need to paint but have difficulty selecting the right color for a room? Sherwin-Williams has a great online program to help you out. It is called the Sherwin-Williams Color Visualizer, and it lets you experiment with color in an easy (and no-mess) manner.
Simply go to the Sherwin-Williams site and launch the Color Visualizer. You can upload a photo of the room that you want to paint, then try on different colors for the surface areas in the room.
Once you've decided on your paint colors, print out a list … (0 comments)
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kathryn acciari: Stockbridge, MA: Four-Mile Hike at Laura's Lookout in the Berkshires
- 06/04/10 02:42 AM
Stockbridge, MA: Four-Mile Hike at Laura's Lookout in the Berkshires
If you are looking for a great day hike in the Berkshire Mountains, I recommend that you try Laura's Tower and Ice Glen in Stockbridge, MA. Part of the Laurel Hill Association Trials, Laura's Tower and Ice Glen combined make a fine four-mile hike.
The trailhead is located on Park Street, off Route 7, just south of Stockbridge center. The park offers several hiking options, and we took explored two of the trails available. Our hike began with a journey over the suspension footbridge that goes over the Housatonic River.
We then headed straight up the hill to Laura's … (2 comments)
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kathryn acciari: What is a Buyer's Market?
- 05/24/10 06:46 AM
What is a Buyer's Market?
In real estate talk, you'll frequently hear the terms Buyer's Market, Seller's Market, and Stable Market. In this post, I'll explore what is meant when we say that the real estate market is a Buyer's Market.
A Buyer's Market is a real estate market whereby the inventory of homes on the market is greater than the number of active buyers seeking to purchase a home.
If there are 50 houses on the market in your town, and 10 houses have sold in the past three months, then you are in a buyer's market. At that … (2 comments)
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kathryn acciari: OPEN HOUSE in STURBRIDGE MA: Sunday May 23 11 AM to 1 PM - 59 Cedar Street
- 05/20/10 11:16 PM
OPEN HOUSE in STURBRIDGE MA: Sunday May 23 11 AM to 1 PM - 59 Cedar Street
"I've always wanted to see the inside of that house." A lot of people have said that, and now here is your chance. Come and visit me at 59 Cedar Street in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, on Sunday, May 23. We'll be holding an open house from 11 AM to 1 PM.
This is a unique, contemporary home in a central location of town, close to restaurants, shopping, and the town's beach on Cedar Lake. With four bedrooms and large living spaces, there … (1 comments)
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kathryn acciari: Want to Buy a Fixer-Upper but Don't Have the Money for Repairs? Consider a 203k Rehab Loan
- 05/09/10 11:25 AM
Want to Buy a Fixer-Upper but Don't Have the Money for Repairs? Consider a 203k Rehab Loan
If you are a handy type of person, and are interested in purchasing a fixer-upper home but you don't have the funds to make all of the repairs needed, there may be a financing option available for you: The 203K Rehab Loan.
The 203k program is an FHA-based loan program that provides a loan to buyers who purchase properties that need significant repairs. For buyers who do not have the savings to pay for repairs outright, the 203k loan allows the buyers to obtain … (4 comments)
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kathryn acciari: How I Brainwashed My Kid into Going to College
- 04/22/10 12:11 AM
How I Brainwashed My Kid into Going to College
I'm a firm believer in higher education. Oh, I know, many of us go to college only to choose a major that has nothing to do with our eventual career path. And yes, there are hundreds of bright people who have made it - and made it big - without having a college education.
But going to college is not just about learning about a particular field. It is also a transition into the adult world. Leave home, learn to survive on your own, meet deadlines, plan your day, feed and bathe yourself, grow a … (13 comments)
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kathryn acciari: Waterfront Living in Sturbridge, MA - Leadmine Pond
- 04/02/10 11:29 PM
Waterfront Living in Sturbridge, MA - Leadmine Pond
Sturbridge has many small lakes and ponds that offer waterfront living opportunities. In this article, I will introduce you to waterfront living on Leadmine Pond.
Leadmine Pond is located in the southern tip of Sturbridge, quite close to the Connecticut border. Leadmine Pond is a very small body of water surrounded by residential property as well as wildlife management property. It is a peaceful pond in a rustic, undeveloped area - perfect for the nature lover who wishes to avoid the larger, more noisy lakes in the area.
In addition to the pond, … (3 comments)
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kathryn acciari: Waterfront Living in Sturbridge, MA - Walker Pond
- 04/02/10 12:01 AM
Waterfront Living in Sturbridge, MA - Walker Pond
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WALKER POND
The Walker Pond neighborhood in Sturbridge, MA, consists of a handful of streets to the east of Sturbridge's Walker Pond. Most of the homes were built in the 1970's and 1980's.
Homes in the Walker Pond Neighborhood
The attraction to Walker Pond lies in its recreational facilities. While very few houses have direct water frontage, home owners at Walker Pond have access to a sizeable private neighborhood beach, playground, tennis courts and horse stable. Annual neighborhood picnics are a highlight of the summer.
The actual body of water, Walker Pond, … (1 comments)
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kathryn acciari: Mass Motion Dance Academy in Sturbridge, MA - Broadway-Caliber Dance Training for Kids
- 03/24/10 10:41 PM
Mass Motion Dance Academy in Sturbridge, MA - Broadway-Caliber Dance Training for Kids
STURBRIDGE, MA - On the west side of town, tucked into a former fire station, is a dance school that brings Broadway-caliber dance instruction to the community. Mass Motion Dance Academy is one of the anchor businesses in Sturbridge, having educated hundreds of dancers in this region over the past few decades.
Owner and director Terri Gordon opened Mass Motion in 1983 while she was raising her family. Now her daughters, Irada and Shelbia, run the business alongside Gordon. Mass Motion has recently opened two urban locations - one in Boston/Brighton and another in Peabody, … (4 comments)
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kathryn acciari: What Can You Buy in Grafton MA Real Estate for Under $200,000?
- 03/23/10 12:37 PM
What Can You Buy in Grafton MA Real Estate for Under $200,000?
Let's face it: Life in Massachusetts is expensive, especially housing. So today I am looking at Grafton MA to see what is available for under $200,000. Here are my findings:
Single family homes: You can purchase a 616 square foot cottage for $147,000 - this is a short sale. Also available is a 1440 square foot Cape-style home for $90,000. This property has a failed septic system and abuts the commuter rail tracks.
Condos: There are 13 condos available, starting at $100,000 and going up to $199,900. The smallest is … (1 comments)
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kathryn acciari: What Can You Buy in Grafton MA Real Estate for Under $200,000?
- 03/23/10 12:36 PM
What Can You Buy in Grafton MA Real Estate for Under $200,000?
Let's face it: Life in Massachusetts is expensive, especially housing. So today I am looking at Grafton MA to see what is available for under $200,000. Here are my findings:
Single family homes: You can purchase a 616 square foot cottage for $147,000 - this is a short sale. Also available is a 1440 square foot Cape-style home for $90,000. This property has a failed septic system and abuts the commuter rail tracks.
Condos: There are 13 condos available, starting at $100,000 and going up to $199,900. The smallest is … (0 comments)
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kathryn acciari: Southbridge, MA Real Estate Update - 2009 vs 2008
- 03/20/10 02:21 AM
Southbridge, MA Real Estate Update - 2009 vs 2008
What's happening in real estate in Southbridge MA? This report will provide a summary of activity comparing 2008 sales to 2009 sales.
2008
In 2008, 95 single family homes were sold in Southbridge, MA, with an average sale price of $176,000. There were 9 condominiums that were sold, with an average sale price of $105,000.
And 25 multi-family homes were sold, with an average sale price of $163,000.
2009
In 2009, 94 single family homes were sold in Southbridge, MA, with an average sale price of $150,000. Only 7 condominiums sold, with … (0 comments)
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kathryn acciari: RE/MAX Leads Real Estate Sales in Central Massachusetts
- 03/18/10 11:01 PM
RE/MAX Leads Real Estate Sales in Central Massachusetts
The graph below tells the story. The offices of RE/MAX Professional Associates leads all other offices in real estate sales in the towns of south-central Massachusetts. Now, wouldn't you like the top agents in the area representing you?
Call me today for a real estate consultation: (508) 982-0686
Kathryn Acciari, REALTOR
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kathryn acciari: 2009 Real Estate Market Report for Sturbridge Massachusetts
- 03/09/10 12:14 AM
2009 Real Estate Market Report for Sturbridge Massachusetts
March 8, 2010: 2009 was an interesting year in the real estate market for Sturbridge, MA. The number of homes sold remained flat; however, there was a decrease in the average sale price, as expected.
Single Family Homes Sold in Sturbridge in 2009
Single family home sales 2009: 80 homes sold with an average sale price of $246,988.Single family home sales 2008: 80 homes sold with an average sale price of $300,324.
Does this mean that the average home value fell by 15%? Not necessarily. These numbers simply represent the average sale … (1 comments)
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kathryn acciari: What's Happening in the Charlton, MA, Real Estate Market?
- 03/07/10 12:01 AM
What's Happening in the Charlton, MA, Real Estate Market?
March 7, 2010: Are you thinking of buying a home in Charlton, MA? Or perhaps you have a property to sell and want to know where your home stands in the market. Here is an overview of what has been going on in real estate in Charlton, MA.
2009 Year in Review
In 2009, 86 single family homes were sold in Charlton, MA. The average sale price was $253,741 and the average time on the market was 154 days.
Compare that to 2008, when single 73 family homes were … (0 comments)
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kathryn acciari: New Restaurant in Sturbridge, MA: 420 Main Steakhouse and Martini Bar
- 03/01/10 12:57 PM
New Restaurant in Sturbridge, MA: 420 Main Steakhouse and Martini Bar
420 Main Holds Its Grand Opening Friday, March 5th at 3 PM
Join the proprietors of the newest restaurant in town on Friday March 5th as they officially cut the ribbon at their grand opening. The sign is up, the lights have been on, and we have all been waiting to try this new restaurant: 420 Main in Sturbridge, MA.
420 Main actually opens tomorrow, March 2, 2010, at 5 pm each night. Be one of the first to sample their menu, or wait until the Grand Opening on Friday, … (1 comments)
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kathryn acciari: If You Are Looking for a Deal in Central Massachusetts, You'd Better Act Quickly
- 02/18/10 11:52 PM
If You Are Looking for a Deal in Central Massachusetts, You'd Better Act Quickly
Over the past couple of weeks, I've been out with a number of buyers who are looking for deals. They want foreclosed properties, and they think they can get them for a great deal. It is true that foreclosed homes are usually priced below market value and can represent wonderful real estate bargains.
But what these buyers are not factoring into the equation is the fact that they are not the only buyers out there looking for deals. Along with first-time buyers who are extremely motivated, the buyers … (4 comments)
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kathryn acciari: Central Massachusetts Agent Tackles Short Sales
- 02/15/10 09:09 AM
Central Massachusetts Agent Tackles Short Sales
Sturbridge, MA - Feb 2010 - Kathryn Acciari, a REALTOR with RE/MAX Professional Associates, has joined the Distressed Property Institute, in an effort to assist homeowners who are having difficulty making their mortgage payments and who may be facing foreclosure.
"What few homeowners are aware of is that before accepting foreclosure of their home, there are other options and solutions that may be available to them," says Acciari. "A mortgage lender may be willing to modify the mortgage loan so that the monthly payments are lower. Or the lender may be willing to take a … (2 comments)
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kathryn acciari: Home Sellers: The One Thing You Must Know Before You Place Your Home on the Market
- 02/15/10 02:58 AM
Home Sellers: The One Thing You Must Know Before You Place Your Home on the Market
It is simple, really. Before you sell a home, you only need to know one thing. And once you understand this one thing, you will meet with quick success.
It is a basic fundamental aspect of sales, this one thing. It does not apply to only real estate, but to any product that a seller brings to market. Understand this basic principle, embrace and prepare for it, and you will be able to move on with your life.
Your neighbor, whose home has been … (4 comments)
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kathryn acciari: Hoo Ya's: Best Diner in Central Massachusetts - Brimfield, MA
- 02/07/10 10:43 PM
Hoo Ya's: Best Diner in Central Massachusetts - Brimfield, MA
If you have a hankering for a big ol' breakfast complete with eggs, hash browns, sausage or bacon, toast, and perhaps some pancakes, the best place to satisfy your craving is at Hoo Ya's.
Hoo Ya's, located on Route 20 in the center of Brimfield, MA, is a favorite in Central Massachusetts. Walk in, sit down, place your order and enjoy the atmosphere at this lively diner. Hoo Ya's serves up large breakfasts and excellent grilled lunches amidst a friendly room full of local flavor.
Some of our breakfast favorites include … (22 comments)
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