pam crawford: Important Steps in the Moving Process
- 03/04/14 08:57 PM
Moving Can Be Stressful By Pam Crawford On March 2, 2014 Moving can be stressful. The best way to not get overwhelmed is to have an organized plan and a step-by-step timeline. A little preparation will help make the move go a lot smoother. Here is a checklist to help keep you on track: 60 Days Before You Move Sort and Purge-Go through every room, decide what needs to come with you and what can go. Make piles of things to throw away and things to donate. Plan a Yard Sale-Start planning a yard sale to reduce the amount of … (0 comments)
If you're considering buying or selling a home, selecting a real estate agent is the first important decision you will have to make. While there are many qualified real estate agents out there, it's important to decide on a professional who will understand your needs and individual preferences, someone who you can respect and trust. Nearly four out of five homebuyers and sellers enlist in the help of a real estate professional or broker. Whether you're looking to buy a new home or sell the one you're in, … (0 comments)
The sale of your home can depend a great deal on whether or not it has Curb Appeal. What is Curb Appeal? Simply put, it is anything visible to a prospective buyer from the street that makes them want to see more of the house. Curb Appeal can be a powerful force in attracting potential buyers to your home. But how do you ensure that your house has as much Curb Appeal as possible? Here are 7 Easy Tips to make your home sell faster: Make sure the lawn is mowed, and … (2 comments)
pam crawford: What's the difference between Preapproval and Prequal?
- 03/16/13 11:06 AM
If you're considering the purchase of a new home, you may be concerned with the issue of finance. Attaining the right mortgage is a key step in the home buying process, but it doesn't have to be a stress-inducing one. Most lenders offer prequalification, pre-approval or both to help you know where you stand. What is the DIFFERENCE? Let me explain. The difference between prequalification and preapproval is as follows: Prequalification: Prequalification is a preliminary estimate of how much you can afford to pay for a home based on information you provide. Because credit and employment information aren't validated for prequalification, it … (0 comments)
pam crawford: What is the difference between assessed and appraised value?
- 02/09/13 12:39 AM
Assessed value and appraised value are commonly confused by buyers and sellers of residential real estate. If assessed values are low, buyer think that that is what a house is worth. If assessed value is high, sellers think that that is the value. Assessed value is almost exclusively reserved for property taxation purposes. The assessment is the value placed on a property by the town or city's assessor's office for the purpose of determining the property tax due. Every few years, the town will spend 4-12 months viewing, and evaluating properties. The combined assessed value of all the town properties will then be … (1 comments)
pam crawford: Save Money~9 ways to save energy
- 01/19/13 04:42 AM
9 Unexpected Energy (and Money) Savers Here are a few surprising and simple ways to cut your energy bill this season. Read 9 Unexpected Energy (and Money) Savers By: Published: December 13, 2010 Here are a few surprising and simple ways to cut your energy bill this season.
Put lamps in the corners: Did you know you can switch to a lower wattage bulb in a lamp or lower its dimmer switch and not lose a noticeable amount of light? It’s all about placement. When a lamp is placed in a corner, the light reflects off the adjoining walls, which … (2 comments)
pam crawford: What can you do with a Reno Loan?
- 12/12/12 07:36 PM
Dan Woznicki from Wellsfargo, and Pam Crawford from RE/MAX Professional Associates talk about the three or more things you can do with a 203k Renovation loan. In this video they are using 26 Sumner St, Auburn Ma as an example of the things you can do. Dan points out you can use it to bring the house up to FHA standards like painting chipping peeling paint, but you and also use it to do upgrades, like replace exhisting counters for granite, remove outdated panelling or wall paper, and redo flooring. He does point out that you can use this type … (1 comments)
Home sales in Massachusetts are up for the month of September compared to September 2011. There is less inventory, more sales, however average home sale price has stayed the same. For a full report click here.
Spencer and the Brookfields Snap shot for home sold in September 2012 is Median Price: $127,220 Average Price: $131,693Total Market Volume: $5,531,088 Unit sold 42 September 2011 was as follows Median Price: $148,125Average Price: $132,294Total Market Volume: $6,085,529 Units sold 46 Sturbridge, Charlton and Surrounding Snap shot for homes sold in September 2012 Median Price: $182,750 Average Price: … (0 comments)
pam crawford: Sneak Peek~3 Bedroom 3 Bath Raised Ranch for sale in Maynard Mass
- 09/30/12 02:19 PM
This video Sneak Peek is a 3 bedroom 3 bath raised ranch on beautiful lot overlooking Assabet River. Home features Cathedral livingroom with beautiful fireplace, spacious kitchen with dining area, 3 large bedrooms and full bath. Finished basement has family room, office and 3rd bathroom. … (1 comments)
pam crawford: Stink Bug!!! What is is?
- 09/29/12 03:12 AM
This morning I went to grab my phone off the charger and noticed this unusual bug. Kind of gross, but kind of interesting. I noticed many around the house this time of the year. I was curious so I did a bit of research and found this article. Just in case you were wondering because they may be invading your house too. Stink Bug Invasion! It’s as Bad as You Think By: Lisa Kaplan Gordon Published: September 25, 2012 Stink bugs are coming (again)! In fact, they're already here, and the government is searching for ways to wipe out the little … (1 comments)
pam crawford: If Brand Doesn’t Matter, Where are you going to get your coffee this morning? Starbuck or Dunkin Donuts.
- 09/07/12 11:21 PM
If Brand Doesn’t Matter, Where are you going to get your coffee this morning? Starbuck or Dunkin Donuts. The other day I was checking out my face book and found this from one of my friends,” Let the Competition hire and bonus more top management; pay for Big Ads BUILDING their own Brand. Our agents like their passive profit share Mailbox money delivered to their personal accounts monthly to spend as they wish. We Open our Books and share our profits.”
Because my company is the one they referred to as” pay for Big Ads Building their own Brand”, … (6 comments)
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