2021 is off to a great start in Real Estate here in the Valley. The January single-family home sales were strong. Overall, there was an increase in sales of 7.3% over January 2020. Franklin County saw a 33.3% increase, while Hampshire County only saw a 2.6% increase.The median price overall was u
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02/24/2021
When winter storms, ice, and high winds result in power outages, we could be in serious trouble if we go without power for any length of time. So what is the best way to be prepared for an outage that would protect ourselves and our homes?Besides having an emergency kit that includes battery-oper
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02/17/2021
A real estate contract is slightly different than other contracts in that it must be in writing. While verbal agreements may be allowable in some situations, they are not binding in real estate.The basic requirements in a real estate contract must include the parties' legal names, the property de
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02/10/2021
The year-end numbers are quite telling. They show that the higher-end properties significantly contributed to the robust real estate market here in the Valley. Will we see this trend continue in 2021?The median sales price of single-family homes sold in the Pioneer Valley in 2020 increased overal
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02/03/2021
