Get Your Header On! (Good Graphics Lead to Great Branding) - 11/30/09 06:39 AM
I've been thinking a lot about my header lately.  It needed some updating (you can see my new one above).  So I've been looking around Active Rain for examples of excellent headers. 
What I have found is that a lot of people on Active Rain don't use headers.  That's a real missed opportunity to further brand your business. 
Of the folks that are using headers, they aren't maximing the benefit of a good branding header.  Here are some guidelines to get you started.
Some elements of a good header include:
High Quality Graphics - Usually a single image works best. Try … (89 comments)

Monday Morning Market Watch for Medway – 30 November 2009 - 11/30/09 05:47 AM
This past week was a slow week in Medway due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Currently there are 49 single family homes on the market in Medway.  The houses have an average list price of $445,000 and an average market time of 256 days.  There are 16 properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are 2 properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
No new single family homes came on the market in the last week. 
Three single family homes sold in the past week:
There are currently 8 condos on the market in Medway.  The … (2 comments)

Green Living: How'd You Like A Cave? - 11/29/09 05:34 PM
Here's another kind of stone house of a different sort.  Fascinating stuff from Dee.
-Marian
Via Dee Neal Philadelphia Real Estate (Exit Tri-State Realty):
Last week while doing some ‘Go Green’ reading, I came across an article that sparked some thought,“Six Surprisingly Comfortable Cave Homes”.  Needless to say, I was a bit taken back because the thought of living in a cave doesn’t bring anything remotely close to comfortable to mind.  So I clicked on the article and the next thing you know, it was 1 a.m. as what I found had me thinking about what the housing market may turn to … (1 comments)

Georgetown's Old Stone House - Very Old Stone House! - 11/29/09 05:23 PM
Now this is my sort of blog post - featuring an old stone house in the Georgetown section of DC.  Thanks to Patricia for this one.
-Marian
Via Patricia Kennedy (Evers & Company Realtors):
It’s certainly old, built in 1765, The Old Stone House is one of Washington’s oldest buildings – some say the oldest still standing.  And the stone structure has served multiple purposes, from workshops and living quarters, to an office for a used car lot.Christopher Layman, a woodworker who moved to Georgetown from Pennsylvania, built the place and lived there with his wife, Rachael, and two sons.  They used to … (1 comments)

The Home Buying Trifecta! - 11/29/09 05:05 PM
An excellent post by Judy Jennings in Middleboro.
-Marian
Via Judy Jennings - Realtor® Serving Plymouth & Barnstable Counties (Cedrone and MacDonald Real Estate):
Buying a home between Nov 30th 2009 and Apr 30th 2010 - could be a triple score for the homebuyer. Moving up, downsizing, or buying that first home just became a little more attractive. Now that the first time homebuyer tax credit has been officially extended and improved, you could be in store for scoring a trifecta.
 Home prices are down!
Interest rates are low! and You may qualify for a tax credit up to $8,000.00 for … (0 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Holliston, MA - Sun. Nov. 29, 2009 - 11/29/09 07:47 AM
Holliston, Massachusetts
Single Family Open Houses

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OPEN HOUSES - Norfolk, MA - Sun. Nov. 29, 2009 - 11/29/09 07:40 AM
Norfolk, Massachusetts
Single Family Open Houses

 
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OPEN HOUSES - Medfield, MA - Sun. Nov. 29, 2009 - 11/29/09 07:29 AM
Medfield, Massachusetts
Single Family Open Houses

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OPEN HOUSES - Millis, MA - Sun. Nov. 29, 2009 - 11/29/09 07:11 AM
Millis, Massachusetts
Single Family Open Houses

 
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OPEN HOUSES - Medway, MA - Sun. Nov. 29, 2009 - 11/29/09 07:02 AM
Medway, Massachusetts
Single Family Open Houses
Now today is a really light day for open houses because of the holiday.  Only one home for house hunters to look at :(
 
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Don't Miss the Medway House Tour - Dec. 13th - 11/28/09 09:39 PM
Medway is holding a house tour this year.  There is nothing I love more than a house tour, especially when interesting or antique houses will be featured.  This year's house tour promises both.  The tour is sponsored by the Medway Christmas Parade Committee.  It costs $15 and there will be 6 houses on the tour.
The houses are:
48 Highland Street
177 Village Street
18 Winthrop Street
73 Village Street  - a former synagogue
and two others as yet undisclosed.
You can buy your ticket at the Town Clerk's office or the Police Station.  I understand tickets will also be available … (1 comments)

Facebook Fan Page Basics - 11/28/09 08:35 PM
This is great stuff to know. -Marian
Via John Novak - Las Vegas and Henderson NV Real Estate (Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace):
Most businesses recognize the huge marketing power of Facebook, but are unsure of how to use the platform. Should they set up a profile, a group, a fan page ... or a combination of these?
Facebook Fan Pages 101 provides a good overview of fan pages from Ron Jones at Search Engine Watch. One of the most important features is that "external search engines index Facebook fan pages."
Setting up your fan page is easy. Just go to Facebook Pages … (4 comments)

Holliston, MA Weekly Market Watch – 11/28/2009 - 11/28/09 06:08 AM
Currently there are 56 single family homes on the market in Holliston, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $537,000 and an average market time of 140 days.  There are nine properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are five properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
In the last week two new single family homes came on the market.  They are located on Courtland Pines and Highland Street.
Five single family homes went under agreement in the last week. The first was a 3 bedroom ranch on South Street.  Then there was … (0 comments)

Franklin, MA Condo and Multi-Family Round Up – 11/27/09 - 11/27/09 09:01 PM
Franklin Condo and Multi-family Round up
There are currently 109 condos on the market in Franklin. The condo average list price is $327,000 with an average price per square foot of $179.  Average time on market is 211 days.  No new condos came on the market this past week.  One condo went under agreement. It was a 1 bedroom garden condo on West Central Street.  One other condo was flagged to go under agreement soon.
Four condos were sold in the past week in Franklin.  They were:
There are 9 multi-family homes currently on the market in Franklin.  The average list … (0 comments)

Don't Miss the Medway Christmas Parade - Saturday - 11/27/09 06:44 PM
One of the funnest events held every year in Medway, Massachusetts is the Medway Christmas Parade. This year the parade will be held on Saturday, November 28, 2009 starting at 5:00pm.  The parade starts at the middle school on Holliston Street then winds its way down Main Street to Choate Park.  Come see fire engines and parade floats and meet Santa at Choate Park after the tree lighting.  It's a Medway event not to be missed!
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Franklin, MA Single Family Market Report Watch – 27 November 2009 - 11/27/09 06:27 PM
Franklin Single Family Home Round Up
Currently there are 101 single family homes on the market in Franklin, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $484,000 and an average market time of 165 days.  There are 14 properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are six properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
In the last week five new single family homes came on the market.  The newly listed properties are on Eldon Drive, Daniels Street, Pleasant Street, King Street and Oak Street.  They ranged in price from $237,777 to $475,000. 
Three … (0 comments)

Medfield, MA Market Watch – 26 November 2009 - 11/26/09 08:29 AM
Currently there are 51 single family homes on the market in Medfield, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $930,000 and an average market time of 153 days.  However, the median home price in Medfield is $728,000.  There are six properties available for $400,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are eleven properties listing for $1,000,000 or more. 
In the last week no new single family homes came on the market.  Three single family homes went under agreement in Medfield in the last week.  The first was a 3 bedroom cape on North Street.  The … (1 comments)

Norfolk, MA Market Watch – 25 November 2009 - 11/25/09 05:52 AM
Currently there are 58 single family homes on the market in Norfolk, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $594,000 and an average market time of 208 days.  There are seven properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are ten properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
In the last week three new single family homes came on the market.  There are located on Grove Street and two on North Street.
Three single family homes went under agreement in the last week. The first was a 3 bedroom cape on Grove Street. The … (1 comments)

Millis Market Watch – 24 November 2009 - 11/24/09 06:10 AM
Currently there are 35 single family homes on the market in Millis.  The houses have an average list price of $517,000 and an average market time of 209 days.  There are five properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are five properties listing for $700,000 or more. 
In the last week one new single family home came on the market.  It was a 3 bedroom, 10 room contemporary on Forest Road. One single family home went under agreement.  It was a 3 bedroom, 6 room ranch on Morse Avenue.
One single family home were … (1 comments)

Perfecting Your ActiveRain Profile: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 6) - 11/23/09 08:15 PM
Part 6 in a series of six by Anna.
-Marian
 
Via Anna 'Banana' Kruchten, Phoenix Property Shoppe:
Perfecting Your ActiveRain Profile: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 6)
Your ActiveRain profile is key. Do NOT overlook this step or "wait till later" to do it. The more thorough and detailed you make your profile, the better a prospective shopper who finds you on the Internet will know you and the more likely they'll want to work with you! Also - you get extra points for a really good profile!
Make sure you fill in the Description Box with the SEO friendly keywords … (0 comments)

Monday Morning Market Watch for Medway – 23 November 2009 - 11/23/09 06:12 AM
Currently there are 50 single family homes on the market in Medway, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $437,000 and an average market time of 246 days.  There are 16 properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are 2 properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
Two new single family homes came on the market in the last week.  One is a 4 bedroom, 11 room colonial on Freedom Trail and the other is a 3 bedroom ranch on Virginia Road.
Two single family homes went under agreement in the last week.  … (1 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Norfolk, MA - Sun. Nov. 22, 2009 - 11/22/09 08:43 AM
Norfolk, Massachusetts
Single Family Open Houses
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

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OPEN HOUSES - Medfield, MA - Sun. Nov. 22, 2009 - 11/22/09 08:16 AM
Medfield, Massachusetts
Single Family Opoen Houses
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

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OPEN HOUSES - Holliston, MA - Sun. Nov. 22, 2009 - 11/22/09 08:15 AM
Holliston, Massachusetts
Single Family Open Houses
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

 
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OPEN HOUSES - Millis, MA - Sun. Nov. 22, 2009 - 11/22/09 07:19 AM
Millis, Massachusetts
Single Family Open Houses
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

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OPEN HOUSES - Medway, MA - Sun. Nov. 22, 2009 - 11/22/09 07:17 AM
Looks like a very slow day in Medway for Open Houses.  I guess all the real estate agents anticipate that everyone is getting ready for Thanksgiving.
Medway, MA
Single Family Home Open Houses
Have a Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
 

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Holliston, MA Weekly Market Watch – 11/21/2009 - 11/21/09 07:13 PM
Currently there are 59 single family homes on the market in Holliston, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $520,000 and an average market time of 130 days.  There are eleven properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are five properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
In the last week no new single family homes came on the market. 
Three single family homes went under agreement in the last week. The first was a 2 bedroom ranch on Prospect Street.  Next there was a 3 bedroom ranch on Ruthellen Road.  The … (0 comments)

I'm discovering the mysterious world of FaceBook - 11/21/09 08:24 AM
Just a note to let everyone know that I am on FaceBook now.  I'm going to explore this vast new world and see all that is has to offer.  I hope that I will meet up with some of the Active Rain community and my local community there. 
In FaceBook search for marian@prudentialpage.com and then send me a friend request.  Or go directly to http://www.FaceBook.com/metrowestmarian. See you on FaceBook!

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Franklin, MA Condo and Multi-Family Round Up – 11/20/09 - 11/20/09 01:42 PM
Franklin Condo and Multi-family Round up
There are currently 112 condos on the market in Franklin. The condo average list price is $323,000 with an average price per square foot of $179.  Average time on market is 201 days.  Four new condos came on the market in the last week.  They are located on Miliken Street, Pleasant Street, Stone Ridge Road and Grey Wolf Drive. Two condos went under agreement this past week. They were on Highwood Drive and Eagles Nest Way.  One other condo was flagged to go under agreement soon.
Four condos were sold in the past week in … (0 comments)

Franklin, MA Single Family Market Report – 20 November 2009 - 11/20/09 06:40 AM
Franklin Single Family Home Round up
Currently there are 100 single family homes on the market in Franklin, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $487,000 and an average market time of 163 days.  There are 13 properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are six properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
In the last week six new single family homes came on the market.  The new properties are on Norumbega Circle, Short Street, Pond Street, Cobblestone Drive, Pleasant Street and Dean Avenue.  They ranged in price from $284,000 to $539,000. 
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You Think Your House is Worth WHAT?? Pricing Your Home to Sell - 11/19/09 08:31 PM

Via Liz Moras ~Chilliwack Realtor, Chilliwack,Hope,Langley,Abbotsford (Harrison Hot Springs, Cultus Lake):
You Think Your House is Worth WHAT? Pricing Your Home to Sell
O.k., so you've looked on the Internet, you've checked the Real Estate Weekly - and you've talked to your Neighbors.  You're pretty sure you know what you WANT your home to be worth.  Next step?  You call the Realtors in.
Everyone says you should interview 3 Realtors - so that's what you do!  And sceptically you await their Verdicts!  Does the highest Bid (because that's what it often is)  win your Vote?  Well it shouldn't and let me tell … (1 comments)

INTERESTING INFO ON WHO IS BUYING AND HOW THE HOUSING MARKET HEALS FROM THE BOTTOM UP - 11/19/09 07:32 PM
A great summary of the market from Allison.
--Marian
Via Florida Pines Realty, LLC:
The market always heals from the bottom up" according to Paul Bishop, National Association of Realtors Vice President of Research. According to the recently released sales numbers 47% of buyers this past year were first time home buyers.  Surpassing the previous high record of first time purchasers set back in 1991
 "These buyers are critical to housing and a general economic recovery ...they absorb inventory, free existing owners to make a trade and stimulate related goods and services " said Bishop.  He compared this rise to the last recession in … (2 comments)

Medfield, MA Market Watch – 19 November 2009 - 11/19/09 06:23 AM
Currently there are 56 single family homes on the market in Medfield, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $913,000 and an average market time of 147 days.  However, the median home price in Medfield is $699,000.  There are six properties available for $400,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are twelve properties listing for $1,000,000 or more. 
In the last week 2 new single family homes came on the market.  They are located on Orchard Street and Pondview Avenue. Two single family homes went under agreement in Medfield in the last week.  The first … (0 comments)

Poker Face - Do You Wear Yours When Searching for a Home? - 11/18/09 09:16 AM
Very good advice for buyers from a fellow Massachusetts agent, Judy Jennings.
--Marian
Via Judy Jennings - Realtor® Serving Plymouth & Barnstable Counties (Cedrone and MacDonald Real Estate):
When I am working with Buyer's, I explain all of the benefits of working with a Buyer's Agent. I also warn them that they should NOT disclose any personal information or express too much interest or enthusiasm when touring a property, especially when the Listing Agent is present. I tell them to put on their "poker face" and to be the one asking the questions, not answering them. Afterall, you chose to tour the house … (1 comments)

Norfolk, MA Market Watch – 18 November 2009 - 11/18/09 08:28 AM
Currently there are 60 single family homes on the market in Norfolk, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $586,000 and an average market time of 199 days.  There are seven properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are ten properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
In the last week no new single family homes came on the market. 
One single family home went under agreement in the last week. It was a 4 bedroom colonial on Holbrook Street.  Also, two single family homes were flagged to go under agreement soon.
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The 5 Deadly Sins of Blogging: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 5) - 11/17/09 08:39 AM
Part 5 in a great series by Anna.
--Marian
Via Anna 'Banana' Kruchten, Phoenix Property Shoppe:
The 5 Deadly Sins of Blogging: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 5)
Once you start getting the hang of it, you will probably enjoy blogging. However, there are a few things you want to be careful about. Avoid the things on this list, and you'll be golden. Don't panic, though, if you commit a faux pas or two. You're a newbie - it's how you learn! Just get back on the horse and keep riding!
Sending mixed messages - and failing to stay on topic. Yeah, this is … (2 comments)

Millis Market Watch – 17 November 2009 - 11/17/09 05:57 AM
Currently there are 35 single family homes on the market in Millis.  The houses have an average list price of $502,000 and an average market time of 204 days.  There are six properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are four properties listing for $700,000 or more. 
In the last week no new single family homes came on the market.  And no single family homes went under agreement. 
One single family home were sold in the last week in Millis.  It was a 3 bedroom, 6 room cape on Bullard Lane that sold for … (2 comments)

Town Meeting tonight in Medway - 11/16/09 04:04 PM
Reminder for Medway, Massachusetts residents:
There is a special town meeting tonight (11/16/2009) starting at 7:00 pm at the Medway High School.  The Medway High School is located at 88 Summer Street.
View the Town Hall website and the Town Meeting Warrant.
One of the topics that residents will be voting on is whether to spend $950K for a sewer project.  You can read an article about it in today's Milford Daily News.
Keep up with town activities and be a part of the decision making.  If you don't attend, the people who do attend will make all the decisions for … (0 comments)

Deciding What to Write: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 4) - 11/16/09 07:55 AM
Part 4 in this great series by Anna.
Marian
 
Via Anna 'Banana' Kruchten, Phoenix Property Shoppe:
Deciding What to Write: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 4)
One of the first concerns on every new blogger's mind is: What should I write? I can answer that in 4 simple words:
WRITE WHAT YOU KNOW.
Writing instructors from grammar school English teachers to Masters level university professors have been advocating this forever. The reason is that it's very, very good advice. Write what you know. What if you're new to the real estate industry and don't yet feel all that adept at any … (1 comments)

Monday Morning Market Watch for Medway – 16 November 2009 - 11/16/09 06:57 AM
Currently there are 53 single family homes on the market in Medway (10 of which are already flagged as having an accepted offer).  The houses have an average list price of $450,000 and an average market time of 247 days.  There are 16 properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are 2 properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
One new single family home came on the market in the last week.  It is a 3 bedroom ranch on Coffee Street.   
No single family homes went under agreement in the last week but three were … (0 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Medfield, Massachusetts - Sunday, 15 November 2009 - 11/15/09 08:24 AM
Medfield, MA
Single Family Open Houses

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OPEN HOUSES - Holliston, Massachusetts - Sunday, 15 November 2009 - 11/15/09 08:06 AM
Holliston, MA
Single Family Open Houses

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OPEN HOUSES - Norfolk, Massachusetts - Sunday, 15 November 2009 - 11/15/09 07:58 AM
Norfolk, MA
Single Family Open Houses

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Create a Blogging Schedule: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 3) - 11/15/09 07:50 AM
Part 3 of the great blogging series from Anna.
Marian
Via Anna 'Banana' Kruchten, Phoenix Property Shoppe:
Create a Blogging Schedule: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 3)
This one is pretty self-explanatory - go figure. But just because it's easy to understand doesn't mean you can overlook its importance! Creating a schedule is one of the best things you can do to be successful at blogging in general, and on ActiveRain, in particular.
Make time to blog. "I tried blogging, but I just don't have time." BANISH THIS EXCUSE. You do have time, if you make time. So make time. I'm not … (1 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Millis, Massachusetts - Sunday, 15 November 2009 - 11/15/09 07:44 AM
Millis, MA
Single Family Open Houses

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OPEN HOUSES - Medway, Massachusetts - Sunday, 15 November 2009 - 11/15/09 07:37 AM
Medway, MA
Single Family Open Houses

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Medfield, MA Market Watch – 12 November 2009 - 11/12/09 05:22 AM
Currently there are 57 single family homes on the market in Medfield, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $902,000 and an average market time of 149 days.  However, the median home price in Medfield is $688,000.  There are six properties available for $400,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are twelve properties listing for $1,000,000 or more. 
In the last week 2 new single family homes came on the market.  They are located on North Street and Knollwood Road. Two single family homes went under agreement in Medfield in the last week.  The first … (0 comments)

Be Strategic With Your Blog: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 2) - 11/11/09 07:37 AM
Part 2 of Anna great series for new Active Rainiacs.
Marian
Via Anna 'Banana' Kruchten, Phoenix Property Shoppe:
Be Strategic With Your Blog: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 2)

My whole point in creating this series for you is to help you avoid the mistakes I - and so many other ActiveRain newbies - made when we first were getting our feet wet. Now, as I said in my first post in this series, Making the Most of ActiveRain:
Succeeding at ActiveRain will take work. Succeeding at ActiveRain will take a commitment. Succeeding at ActiveRain will take time.
One of … (0 comments)

Making the Most of ActiveRain: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 1) - 11/11/09 07:36 AM
I have to reblog this series for two reasons 1) I need to be able to find it easily again for myself and 2) so many other people can benefit from it.
Thanks so much for writing this series Anna!
Marian
Via Anna 'Banana' Kruchten, Phoenix Property Shoppe:
Making the Most of ActiveRain: A 6-Part Series for Newbies (Part 1)

Just Do It! Yes - Nike coined it, but I'm repeating it. The very first thing you need to learn about blogging on ActiveRain is that you just need to get started. Yes, it will be confusing. Yes, there's a lot to … (1 comments)

Norfolk, MA Market Watch – 11 November 2009 - 11/11/09 07:19 AM
Currently there are 64 single family homes on the market in Norfolk, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $584,000 and an average market time of 188 days.  There are seven properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are ten properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
In the last week one new single family home came on the market.  It is located on Rockwood Road. 
Five single family homes went under agreement in the last week. The first is a 3 bedroom cape on Kingsbury Road. Then there is the 2 bedroom … (0 comments)

Millis Market Watch – 10 November 2009 - 11/10/09 06:11 AM
Currently there are 35 single family homes on the market in Millis.  The houses have an average list price of $501,000 and an average market time of 197 days.  There are five properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are four properties listing for $700,000 or more. 
In the last week four new single family homes came on the market.  The first was a 3 bedroom contemporary on Birch Street.  Then there was a 2 bedroom ranch on Main Street, a 3  bedroom colonial on Village Street  and a 3 bedroom cape on Union … (0 comments)

Monday Morning Market Watch for Medway – 9 November 2009 - 11/09/09 05:52 AM
Currently there are 51 single family homes on the market in Medway.  The houses have an average list price of $454,000 and an average market time of 246 days.  There are 15 properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are 2 properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
No new single family homes came on the market in the last week. 
Two single family home went under agreement in the last week.  The first was a 3 bedroom raised ranch on Skyline Drive.  The second was a 4 bedroom cape on Thayer Road.
Seven single … (1 comments)

Recycling antique windows - 11/08/09 09:07 PM
Great tips on antique windows from Amy.
Via Amy McAllister Realty LLC :
On many of our houses we have used antique stained glass windows to add character and beauty. We have found the windows at places like Antiques & Oddities in Bingen, WA or Rejuvenation in Portland, Oregon. Usually when you find an antique stained glass window it will have been removed from it's casing and will possibly have just wood surrounding the glass art. usually with multiple layers of paint and sometimes in very rough condition. Here is how we have used these windows in our projects step by step.

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If You Like Antiques, and Victorian houses, Visit Lillian's Antique Shop, White Sulphur Springs, WV - 11/08/09 09:05 PM
Ok so this house/shop is in WV.  But I really love antique homes.  When I see a beautiful antique house well I get a little caught up in it.  And who knows, people in Massachusetts do visit and vacation in WV.  Enjoy this post brought to you by Rebecca.
Via Rebecca Gaujot Lewisburg WV Realtor (Coldwell Banker Stuart & Watts Real Estate):
If you like antiques, and Victorian houses.....then you are going to have to visit Lillian’s Antique Shop, located in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. The magnificent, two-story, house is a Colonial Revival Queen Anne Style cottage, built in 1905.  The … (2 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Norfolk, MA - Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 - 11/08/09 08:05 AM
Norfolk, MA
Single Family Open Houses

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OPEN HOUSES - Medfield, MA - Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 - 11/08/09 07:41 AM
Medfield, MA
Single Family Open Houses
1) 30 Vinald Road - 6 room, 3 bed, 1.5 bath Victorian - $369,900 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM    2) 5 Miller Street - 9 room, 5 bed, 2 bath Colonial - $429,000 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM    3) 24 Dale - 9 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial - $479,900 - 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM   
4) 69 Adams St - 9 room, 4 bed, 1.5 bath Colonial - $485,000 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
5) 677 Main Street - 8 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial … (1 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Millis, MA - Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 - 11/08/09 07:26 AM
Millis, MA
Single Family Open Houses
1) 3 Clark Rd - 6 room, 3 bed, 2 bath Cape - $334,900 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM    2) 241 Main St - 18 room, 6 bed, 5 bath Colonial - $642,500 - 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM    3) 454 MAIN STREET - 5 room, 2 bed, 1 bath Ranch - $299,000 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM    
Condos
1) 37 Key St U:37 - 5 room, 2 bed, 1.5 bath Townhouse - $220,000 - 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM    
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OPEN HOUSES - Medway, MA - Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 - 11/08/09 07:19 AM
Medway, MA
Single Family Open Houses
Believe it or not there are absolutely no single family open houses in Medway this morning according to MLS.
Condos
There are open houses at the new construction condos at Pine Ridge on Pine Ridge Drive in Medway.  They are open from 2:00 - 4:00pm today.
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Playing Detective... Pricing Historic Homes in Urban Neighborhoods - Step 3 - 11/07/09 06:34 AM
Here's the 4th in the series by Jennifer Allan.
Marian
Via Jennifer Allan, Author of Sell with Soul (Sell with Soul):
Here's the third, well, kinda the fourth (if you count the introductory teaser) installment in my series "Pricing Historic Homes in Urban Neighborhoods." You can read the rest of the series here:
IntroductionStep One - Before you price, prepare!Step Two - Preview, preview, preview
I've had a few comments come in to the tune of "Wow - that's a lot of work - is it really necessary to spend so much time pricing a home?" Well, I say - YES! It is necessary! … (0 comments)

Pricing Historic Homes in Urban Market - Step Two - Preview, Preview, Preview! - 11/07/09 06:33 AM
I wasn't able to reblog the 2nd in the series so you will have to click on the Step One link below for that.
Marian
Via Jennifer Allan, Author of Sell with Soul (Sell with Soul):
Just another installment in the series: Pricing Historic Homes in Urban Markets...
IntroductionStep One
In the last installment, I recommended that you always, always, always drive by your subject property before doing anything else. If you can get inside, so much the better...
So after you have a good visual of your subject property, it's time to go check out the competition - otherwise known as "previewing." … (0 comments)

Pricing Historic Homes in Urban Markets - Step One - Make Like a Boy Scout... - 11/07/09 06:32 AM
Well, you all know I love historic homes so I can't resist sharing this series with you.  Written by author, Jennifer Allen. 
Marian Pierre-Louis
Via Jennifer Allan, Author of Sell with Soul (Sell with Soul):
Earlier this week (or maybe last week?) I promised to do a little series with tips on how to properly price historic homes in urban markets. Here's where I promised that - you might want to read it first.
Got distracted by conversations ‘bout Real Estate Reality Shows, but here I am again, back to the more mundane issues of our daily grind... pricing homes to sell. Yawn. … (0 comments)

Breaking News: Tax Credit Extended and Expanded - 11/06/09 02:38 PM
Hot off the press:
The first time home buyers tax credit has been extended until April 30, 2010 and expanded.  There are higher qualifying limits for single and married home buyers.  The program has also been expanded to include existing homeowners who have been in their properties for at least 5 years.  Existing home owners who buy a new home qualify for a $6,500 tax credit.
See more details here: Obama Signs Extended Tax Credit into Law
 
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Franklin, MA Condo and Multi-Family Round Up – 11/06/09 - 11/06/09 06:57 AM
Franklin Condo and Multi-family Round up
There are currently 114 condos on the market in Franklin. The condo average list price is $328,000 with an average price per square foot of $179.  Average time on market is 189 days.  Two new condos came on the market in the last week.  They are located on A Street Extension and Highwood Drive. Two condos went under agreement this past week. They were on Grey Wolf Drive and Cassandra Avenue.  One other condo was flagged to go under agreement soon.
Seven condos were sold in the past week in Franklin.  They were:
Franklin Crossing … (0 comments)

Franklin, MA Market Watch – 6 November 2009 - 11/06/09 06:06 AM
Franklin Single Family Home Round up
Currently there are 101 single family homes on the market in Franklin, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $485,000 and an average market time of 171 days.  There are 15 properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are six properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
In the last week four new single family homes came on the market.  The new properties are on Greensfield Road, Hancock Road, Colt Road and Hillside Road.  They ranged in price from $299,000 to $624,999. 
Six single family homes went … (0 comments)

Medfield, MA Market Watch – 5 November 2009 - 11/05/09 06:45 AM
Currently there are 58 single family homes on the market in Medfield, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $911,000 and an average market time of 145 days.  However, the median home price in Medfield is $675,000.  There are five properties available for $400,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are twelve properties listing for $1,000,000 or more. 
In the last week 4 new single family homes came on the market.  They are located on Philip Street, Miller Street, Harding Street and Essex Road. Two single family homes went under agreement in Medfield in the … (1 comments)

Norfolk, MA Market Watch – 4 November 2009 - 11/04/09 06:04 AM
Currently there are 69 single family homes on the market in Norfolk, Massachusetts.  The houses have an average list price of $576,000 and an average market time of 178 days.  There are nine properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are ten properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
In the last week two new single family homes came on the market.  They are found on Medway Street and Kingsbury Road.  They range in price from $225,000 to $419,000.
Six single family homes went under agreement in the last week. The first is a 3 … (2 comments)

Preparing Your Home For Sale - 11/03/09 10:00 AM
These are great tips for sellers to follow when preparing their home for sale.  Sellers who take this to heart will get better return from the sale.
Marian
Via Debbie Rumsey (Century 21 Sea Coast, Encinitas, CA):
Are you getting ready to put your home on the market and want to know what you can do to help your Realtor sell your home?  Below are some ideas that will get your house looking neat and ready for potential buyers to walk through.
1.  Reduce the amount of furniture you have in a room.  You want the home to have a large floor area … (0 comments)

Millis Market Watch – 3 November 2009 - 11/03/09 05:59 AM
Currently there are 37 single family homes on the market in Millis.  The houses have an average list price of $506,000 and an average market time of 216 days.  There are five properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are four properties listing for $700,000 or more. 
In the last week two new single family homes came on the market.  The first was a 4 bedroom colonial on Norfolk Road.  The other was a 4 bedroom colonial on Causeway Street.
No single family homes went under agreement in the last week and none were … (0 comments)

Medway: Neighborhood Buzz - 11/02/09 05:35 PM
Autumn leaves are swirling and a cold breeze is definitely in the air.  Perhaps the cooler weather is encouraging Medway residents to get some late season activities done before winter sets in.  All sorts of wonderful home improvement projects are happening around Medway.
Village Street alone is a hot bed of activity
There's been a recent surge in activity on the building next to St. Joe's.  They are actively fixing it up now.  I'm glad to see this before another tough winter takes it's toll on the building.
The condo / commercial building across the street from town hall has been … (1 comments)

Why you need to be friends with a real estate agent - #2 - 11/02/09 03:26 PM
#2 - Better Access to More Houses
There are loads of wonderful properties on realtor.com.  You might find just what you are looking for. Despite the incredible number of homes on realtor.com not everything is listed there.
Realt estate agents often know about homes that will go on the market weeks in advance.  If this is a really desirable house in a perfect location then timing is key.  If you're not friends with a real estate agent that house may be sold the same day it is listed. 
Likwise your realtor friend knows all the houses that just left the market … (1 comments)

Monday Morning Market Watch for Medway – 2 November 2009 - 11/02/09 05:24 AM
Currently there are 54 single family homes on the market in Medway.  The houses have an average list price of $453,000 and an average market time of 235 days.  There are 16 properties available for $300,000 or less. On the upper end of the scale, there are 2 properties listing for $800,000 or more. 
No new single family homes came on the market in the last week. 
Five single family home went under agreement in the last week.  The first was a 4 bedroom cape on Mechanic Street.  Then there was a 3 bedroom ranch on Lovering Street, a 4 bedroom … (0 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Holliston, Massachusetts - Sunday, November 1, 2009 - 11/01/09 07:43 AM
Holliston, MA
Single Family Open Houses
1) 141 Westfield Drive - 7 room, 3 bed, 1.5 bath Ranch - $324,900 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
2) 40 Pinecrest Rd - 8 room, 3 bed, 1.5 bath Split Entry  - $338,900 - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM   
3) 65 Birch Road - 9 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial - $364,800 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   4) 10 Bridle Path U:8 - 7 room, 2 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial - $425,000 - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM    5) 2 Bridle Path U:6 - 7 room, 2 … (0 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Medfield, Massachusetts - Sunday, November 1, 2009 - 11/01/09 07:35 AM
Medfield, MA
Single Family Open Houses
1) 11 Stagecoach Rd - 7 room, 3 bed, 2.5 bath Split Entry - $479,900 - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM   
2) 56 GREEN STREET - 9 room, 5 bed, 3 bath Colonial - $524,900 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
3) 58 Orchard Street - 8 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial - $529,900 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM   
4) 34 Orchard St - 11 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial - $564,900 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM   
5) 14 Garry Drive - 9 room, 4 bed, 2.5 … (1 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Norfolk, Massachusetts - Sunday, November 1, 2009 - 11/01/09 07:24 AM
Norfolk, MA
Single Family Open Houses
1) 1 Sweetland Farm Road - 7 room, 3 bed, 2 bath Cape  - $379,900 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM   
2) 8 Stacey Road - 7 room, 3 bed, 2.5 bath Raised Ranch - $419,900 - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM   
3) 20 Grove Street - 8 room, 4 bed, 2 bath Ranch - $487,000 - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM    4) Lot 37,5 Canterberry Lane - 8 room, 3 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial - $529,900 - 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM   
5) Lot 13 Canterberry Lane - 8 room, … (0 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Millis, Massachusetts - Sunday, November 1, 2009 - 11/01/09 07:13 AM
Millis, MA
Single Family Open Houses
1) 180 Pleasant Street - 7 room, 3 bed, 1 bath Raised Ranch - $304,900 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
2) 10 Concord Circle - 8 room, 4 bed, 1.5 bath Colonial - $399,900 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
3) 120 Norfolk Road - 8 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial - $479,900 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
4) 10 Rose Rd - 9 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial - $599,000 - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM        
Condos
1) 1032 Main Street U:2 - 6 room, … (2 comments)

OPEN HOUSES - Medway, Massachusetts - Sunday, November 1, 2009 - 11/01/09 07:08 AM
Medway, MA
Single Family Open Houses
1) 1B Thunder Hill Road - 6 room, 3 bed, 1.5 bath Other  - $285,000 - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM    2) 355 Village Street - 7 room, 4 bed, 2 bath Cape - $339,900 - 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM    3) 33 Village St - 9 room, 5 bed, 1.5 bath Colonial - $417,900 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM   
4) 7 Thayer Rd - 10 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Cape - $489,900 - 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM   
5) 2 Franklin Creek Ln - 9 room, 4 bed, … (0 comments)

 

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