the bridgewaters and easton: My First Blog Using Dragon. This is only a Test!!!! - 10/07/11 06:26 AM
     This is my first blog using Dragon Systems. I'd like to thank all the bloggers from Active Rain who gave made sound advice on how to use this program. Please bear with me as I work my way through it, and that the many mistakes made should diminish as it becomes more familiar. Free advice will be accepted, even encouraged.
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the bridgewaters and easton: Brockton Farmers Market Starts Friday - 07/04/11 04:51 PM
     Want to support your local farmer?  The annual Farmers Market returns to City Hall Plaza this Friday, July 8 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm.  Fresh produce,plants, flowers, poultry products and dairy products will be on sale by local growers from all over the local area. Here is an opportunity to eat fresh and healthy food at affordable prices. 
     City Hall Plaza is located at 45 School St. in Brockton, and farmers from Midddleboro, Lakeville, Fairhaven and other local towns will be on hand.  The Market is a weekly event that runs through October 28, rain or shine. 
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the bridgewaters and easton: Brockton Junior Golf at D.W Field GC. - 06/21/11 04:55 PM
    The Tuesday Night League for junior golfers begins next week on the 28th, and will run through the end of August.  The program is open to boys and girls ages 11-17 and features various, 9 hole formats. While the emphasis is on having fun while learning the game, the kids are instructed on etiquette, rules and fair play.  The first tee time is around 3 o'clock, but the players should be at the course by 2:30 so that teams can be made out and be ready when the pro shop instructs us to get a group on the tee. 
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the bridgewaters and easton: 8 Clayton Rd. Middleboro, MA Open House Sun.5-22 from 12-2. - 05/21/11 04:13 PM
Stop by and check out this nifty ranch right near Rt. 44 at the Raynham line.  Nice quiet home off the beaten path, yet minutes to Rts. 24,44, 495 and less than a mile from the Middleboro Rotary.  Shopping, medical and fine dining are just a few of the nearby  amenities.
Inside the house is a well designed layout of function and practicality for everyday living and entertaining. the sellers' are fussy and have already done the upgrades.  Meticulously cared for, and inviting to both first time home buyer, or anyone looking to downsize without the restrictions and fees of a … (1 comments)

the bridgewaters and easton: Time to Run the Dehumidifier!!! - 05/18/11 02:49 AM
    As the relentless, wet weather continues here in the north east it may be a good time to go to the basement and check for funny odors.  Even if you don't have any history of water entering there, the ground is now so saturated that moisture may eventually find its' way in. There may not be puddles along the edges of the wall or pooling in the corners, the dampness could be sweating inside the basement walls, or being absorbed by sheetrock.
     The first level of defense is to run a dehumidifier and keep a humidity measuring device in … (2 comments)

the bridgewaters and easton: A "Home Audit" Home Run!!! - 04/30/11 03:39 PM
     On a recent "Seller Home Audit" , a free service where I view a home through the eye of a buyer, the most striking change was to remove an old wall to wall carpet to expose an oak hardwood floor.  The carpet was old, soiled and a turn off.  The Oak floor was actually in good shape and just needed a good cleaning, which the owners did themselves. 
     This was in the living room, which was the first room that a buyer would see.  The natural beauty of the floor actually enhanced the look of the fireplace and mantel … (1 comments)

the bridgewaters and easton: Brockton's Weekly Road Race for Kids Starts Saturday. - 04/17/11 02:24 PM
   For the 33rd year in a row Dave Gorman will be running the Saturday morning road races for kids 14 years old and under.  For only a dollar the kids participate in a 2.2 mile run around D.W. Field Park in Brockton.  The races start at 10am, with sign ups at 9:30 in the Pentangle parking lot near the tower. This is family fun and they have ribbons for prizes to the winners, or for any other kid who Mr. Gorman thinks needs one. 
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the bridgewaters and easton: Dan De Homes - Free Audit for Sellers - 04/12/11 06:35 AM
Dan De Homes Presents
A new FREE SERVICE!!!
 
 
      Dan De Homes, of Keller Williams Realty, has long been associated with superior service.  Dan Derito has announced that he will be taking it to another level with his free ‘Home Prep' analysis for sellers who are thinking of putting their homes on the market.  At no charge to the home owner, Dan will come out and tour your home using the eyes of the home buyer.
 
     It is virtually impossible for most sellers to do this in any sort of impartial manner,.  What may be endearing to … (4 comments)

the bridgewaters and easton: MOLD, The Other Four Letter Word - 03/27/11 03:14 PM
     Mold is the new most misunderstood word of the century.  It ranks right up there with termites and lead paint, so let's cut right to the chase.  Mold is a living organism that requires food and water and usually flouishes outdoors.  it really seems to like eating wood and wood substrates like cardboard and paper, and can often be found living in colonies on the back of places like sheetrock.  Without a source of moisture it becomes dormant (not dead).  Add water, or high humidity, and it becomes active.
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the bridgewaters and easton: Why You Should Love Your Mechanic - 03/21/11 06:49 AM
     Let's face it, we all hate car trouble.  It just screws everything up.  While our society is obsessed with the joys of being frugal, a good thing, one area where folks take a wrong turn is trying to scrimp on car maintenance.  Whether you are just trying to make a good living or plan on becoming fabulously successful, a dependable car is is more important than a smart phone, charm, wit or incredible good looks. You just can't get anywhere without one.
    My mechanic is honest, not cheap.  If I go over the recommended mileage between oil changes then, I … (1 comments)

the bridgewaters and easton: Jack LaLane, RIP - 01/24/11 03:59 PM
 It's Au Revoir  to Americas first (and best) physical fitness guru.  He brought exercise into our living rooms in the 1960's, and made us aware of how important it is to take care of ourselves. He has passed away at age 96.  While it has nothing to do with real estate, per se, how we look and feel is important in our line of work with the public.
    If you've never heard of Jack, google his name and you will be amazed at his accomplishments.  He once said that dying young would be bad for his image.  He was 92 at the … (12 comments)

the bridgewaters and easton: Am I Missing Something Sinister with Short Sale Banks? - 01/10/11 04:30 AM
     I get it that the banks are fearful that some homeowners may be trying to finagle the system.  It's not that I have seen it first hand, but I know that the anger, at least in the Brockton MA area, is out there.  What I don't get is that we have each party sign documents that they will do no such thing, or else be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.  Having that protection in place should allow the negotiator some horsepower to accelerate the disposition of a short sale property to the highest and best buyer.
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the bridgewaters and easton: Branding Lesson from Mr. T - 07/06/10 05:54 PM
After many meetings, seminars and various other observations regarding 'branding' it is my conclusion that stealing is the best policy.  It's not illegal, it's free and it's fun.  Suddenly, watching commercials takes on a new meaning, be it Flo from Progressive.com who gives sex appeal to buying car insurance, the Old Spice guys who have resurrected a tired old brand, to the 'Most Interesting Man in the World', who sells beer.  Much good can be taken from these templates of the advertising world.
     In this area, south of Boston MA, agents struggle with an identity, often changing slogans that promise … (3 comments)