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2011 

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Why does it work for some but not for others?  I’ve had the pleasure of training many new real estate agents over the past 33 years, and it’s always a surprise as to who makes the cut and who doesn’t.  It’s like “trying out” for any competition.  Some win, and others will fall to the wayside. We ...
12/23/2011

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I frequently read posts calling listing agents “the enemy.”  My team members are listing agents, and we’re far from being your enemy, buyer agents.  It’s because of our attention to detail; accurate information; making ourselves available to you whenever you ask; and prompt response to your buyer...
12/22/2011

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Bill Gassett wrote a post today titled “Accompanied Showings in Real Estate Don’t Create Sales” and I fully agree with what he said with the exception of new construction listings.  Showing a resale property is much different than showing a model home with upgrades or a new home under constructio...
12/22/2011

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I’ve always stated that listings are the name of the game.  If one’s goal is to become a high producing real estate agent, it’s very difficult to accomplish in this market, unless the agent is a listing agent.  Buyers today demand a great deal of time, and since an agent can only be at one place ...
12/20/2011

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Yesterday, I wrote a post sharing my thoughts on new construction in this “challenging market” that continues to have “positive pockets” with business ready to be created.  The market is challenging, but it’s an active market, if you are focused on the right niche. Every market is different and r...
12/19/2011

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24 Oak Street Medway MA-Large Home-Priced Well Overview Maps Photos Features Description Video of 24 Oak Street Franklin MA Market Stats $409,900 Single Family Home Main Features 5 Bedrooms3 Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 3,351 sqftLot: 23,914 sqft Location 24 Oak StreetMedway, MA 02053USA To get upda...
12/19/2011

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Top Listing Real Estate Office in Franklin MA as of 12/19/2011 This chart is a reflection of the top six real estate offices taking listings in the town of Franklin MA.  The top listing office is RE/MAX Executive Realty in Franklin MA with 217 listings taken for a total dollar volume of $64.5 mil...
12/19/2011

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The Villas at Eagles Nest Franklin MA-Luxury Condos for All Ages Overview Maps Photos Features Description Video of The Villas at Eagles Nest Franklin MA Neighborhood Market Stats $389,900 Condominium Main Features 2 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial Bathroom37 UnitsInterior: 2,472 sqft Location 314 ...
12/19/2011

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6 Summit Road Medway MA-Custom Built Home Overview Maps Photos Features Description 6 Summit Road Medway MA-Video $554,900 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial Bathroom1 UnitInterior: 3,117 sqftLot: 54,930 sqft Location 6 Summit RoadMedwat, MA 02053USA To get updates o...
12/19/2011

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30 Clark Road Wrentham MA-Owner Occupied or Rental Condo Overview Maps Photos Features Description 30 Clark Road Wrentham MA-Video Neighborhood $239,000 Townhouse Main Features 2 Bedrooms1 Bathroom1 Partial Bathroom1 UnitInterior: 1,248 sqft Location 30 Clark RoadWrentham, MA 02093USA To get upd...
12/19/2011
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