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By Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP, Selling Homes Changing Lives
(DFW FINE PROPERTIES)
Congratulations to Doug Dawes for fully completing the March to a Solution|ActiveRain March 2023 Challenge! Please accept our virtual handful of gold for your achievement! After what you lived through in your career in an Attorney State, you deserve the virtual gold and maybe a keg of beer, a barrel of wine, or whatever libations makes you relax and be thankful you got through those crazy scenarios! You had your share of problematic situations and you learned a lot too. How you got through those three stories you entered for the March 2023 Challenge is beyond me. I have a feeling, this was very therapeutic too. Thank you, Doug for sharing! It's little wonder we continue to have trouble communicating with one another. To quote Wayne Martin, some people are really "Screwed up!"Without the...
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
 It's St. Patrick's Day and we are halfway through March. My heritage is English (father's side), Irish (mother's side), and a wee bit of Scot. I was raised Roman Catholic. My father was Anglican and always told me I had to wear orange, BUT my mother said I was to wear green. No one explained the white, which no one wears. What a dilemma for a young boy...lolWhy the controversy? Green represents the Catholics that rebelled against Protestant EnglandOrange represents the Protestants who stood in allegiance to the King of England, William III, (William of Orange) The Orange Order in Northern Ireland is named after him.No one wears white but that color represents the peace between factionsThere you have it. Whatever color you wear, just enjoy the day and each other.May you live to be 100 y...
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
It's hard to fathom that we are entering the middle of March. Spring is about to happen here in northeastern Massachusetts.I am affiliated with Keller Williams Evolution which provided this market report for us. and includes the counties we primarily provide Real Estate services. The market is awakening and becoming more active with the advent of Spring. Inventory is growing and buyer demand is still very robust. Average interest rates for Massachusetts are currently 6.79% for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage and 6.04% for a 15-year note.If you are considering buying a home this Spring then the best advice I can give you is to get all your ducks in a row and be fully prepared to act decisively. I've noticed pricing adjustments beginning to be made more frequently which will increase the co...
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
I look at Spring as the yearly signal for new beginnings and March as the in-between Winter and Spring month. Yes, we're expecting more snow in Northeastern Massachusetts, after a mild Winter but soon new leaves, grass, and flowers will pop into the scene and the list for Spring cleaning is being developed (or should I say the honey-do list?😁)March is here! March is an exciting time of year for me. This year, once the snow goes, I'm going to build/assemble four (4) raised-bed garden areas for a variety of veggies, herbs, and maybe some berry trellises. For Realtors, much of the Winter work is preparing for the traditional Real Estate "Spring" Market. If you are thinking of selling your home for a Spring sale contact your local Real Estate professional today.I've included the article bel...
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
...is FAT TUESDAYThat's right, the day before "Ash Wednesday" is Fat Tuesday.But, why is it called Fat Tuesday?   The French translation of Mardi Gras is Fat Tuesday.  Everyone knows Mardi Gras. In Germany, it is known as Fastnacht Day (the eve of the fast) and in England, it is known as Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday).Whatever you call it, the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday is the last day to feast before the fasting of the Lental season begins.Alecia P. Long, assistant professor of History at LSU said "Fat Tuesday symbolizes the day of excess and indulgence before the sacrifices of Lent begin on Wednesday."Enjoy this day and most of all, give thanks.  
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
More precisely it's Motivational Monday.Good Morning,You know, Monday gets a bad rap. It's as if work is something to despise.  Work is good for the soul. It gives you a sense of accomplishment and a beer tastes better after a good day's work.So, go into this Monday with the excitement of what's to come. As Wayne Dyer says "It's always your choice" So choose to have a spectacular day no matter what the world throws at you.  
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
...WE CELEBRATE ROMANCE, RELATIONSHIPS, and LOVEHey Guys and Gals, it's Valentine's Day. It's the one day of the year we all officially celebrate relationships. It matters not if you are married, coupled, or single. Today I sent Valentines' greetings to family, friends, and clients & offer greetings to those I come in contact with.  I look them in the eye, smile, stick my hand out, and say Happy Valentine's Day. The day is really about relationships and that link of commonality we experience with each other. I hope everyone reading this has a fun day interacting with our fellow human beings. And, GUYS, whatever you do, Do Not Forget (lol) I thought I'd throw in this. What Is Love?HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY   
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
Here in Northeastern Massachusetts, we have had a very mild winter. This week we are to see temperatures range into the 60-degree F area. So, many people are thinking Spring and if you're thinking Spring then you may be thinking of selling your home. There is a little more inventory and homes are staying on the market a little longer.MA Year over Year Sold Units Median Days on Market are now 30 days, up from 22 in 2022.  Median Days to Offer is now 18 days, up 100% over 2022 Median List Price is $525,000 up 5..02% over 2022 Median Sale Price $520,000 up .19% over 2022 Lender Owned Units 41 up 36.67% over 2022  Short Sale Units 6 up 200% over 2022 With interest rates in the 5.5% to 6.5% range, prices rising, and inventory up 53.29% over the same period a year ago you will need to ensure ...
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By Westchester Modular Homes Inc, Serving NY, NJ, PA, CT, NH, RI, MA, VT & ME
(Westchester Modular Homes Inc)
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
What a strange Winter we've been having in Massachusetts. It's 6 February and we've had 7" of snow in the northeast section of Massachusetts. We've had several inches of rain and the temperatures have been moderate for wintertime. Mostly in the 30s and 40s. Friday night into Saturday a Polar Blast swept through. Frigid temperatures and high winds. I went out to my vehicle at midnight 21 to start the car up. It was -9 degrees F and at 5:00 a.m. it was -15 degrees F. With the wind chill, we were down to -35 to -40 degrees F. We prepared as well as we could by raising the thermostat a could of degrees Friday morning to try and counteract the house losing temperature during the coldest part. We raised it to 72 degrees.  The house lost 3 degrees overnight dropping to 69. We also ran the dish...
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By Justin Rollo, Broker serving Greater Boston, MA
(Signal Real Estate)
Turtle Crossing Condo Market: A Thriving Community in Braintree, MATurtle Crossing is a sought-after condo development located in South Braintree, providing easy access to Weymouth and Route 3. In the past 12 months, 12 units have sold in the development, and the current market trends show that demand for Turtle Crossing condos is high.The average size of the sold units was 1010 square feet, with an average price per square foot of $386. This means the average sale price was $385,292. On average, units went under agreement in just 2 weeks, which is a testament to the popularity of the development.However, it is important to note that there is a rental restriction, meaning that investors cannot buy in the complex. This adds to the exclusivity and community feel of Turtle Crossing, making...
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By Justin Rollo, Broker serving Greater Boston, MA
(Signal Real Estate)
South Boston Condo Market: A Look at the Current LandscapeThe South Boston real estate market is heating up, and the condo market is no exception. With 53 active listings, South Boston is seeing a high demand for its prime location, vibrant community, and growing dining and entertainment scenes. The average list price for condos in the neighborhood is $1,156,231 and they have been on the market for 57 days.Comparing this to a year ago, we see a significant increase in the average list price for condos in South Boston. In the same time period last year, there were also 53 condo listings in the neighborhood, with an average days on market of 75. However, the average list price was significantly lower, at $950,789. This shows that the South Boston condo market is in high demand, with price...
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
2 February 2023Today at Gooblers Knob in Punxsutawney, PA a large crowd gathered for the annual Groundhog Day Festival awaiting the appearance of the infamous Punxsutawney Phil prognosticator of the duration of Winter. This year His Honor saw his shadow and declared there will be 6 more weeks of Winter.Phil does have one detractor, his former wifeSomeday, Pam & I will make the trip to PA and take in the festivity at Gooblers Knob. However, today we are readying ourselves for an Artic Blast. With wind chill factors the prediction is -40 F more or less. Then on Sunday, the weather people predict temperatures near +50 F. That's quite a swing. 
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By Associate Broker Falmouth MA Cape Cod Heath Coker, Heath Coker Berkshire Hathaway HS Robert Paul Prop
(https://teamcoker.robertpaul.com)
Are property values on Cape Cod going to fall?The obvious factors that could potentially lead to a decline in property values on Cape Cod, are:    Economic recession: IF the local economy enters a recession, it could lead to a decline in property values as fewer people will be able to afford to buy homes.    Inventory: If the number of homes for sale on Cape Cod somehow more than doubles to quickly exceed the number of buyers in the current buyer pool, that could lead to a decline in property values, because sellers would probably need to lower their expectations of value in order to attract buyers.    New regulations: Regulations such as Title 6, the new septic regulations in Massachusetts, could lead to increased costs for homeowners, which could be passed on to buyers in the form of ...
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By Michael Mahoney, Boston Realtor with Real Broker, LLC
(Real Broker, LLC)
Today Matters is a daily message put out by Greater Boston Realtor Michael Mahoney for the agents in his office. Check me out @ http://www.RealtorMikeMahoney.comIn today's video, we review mortgage rates.See the video here ohttps://youtu.be/syD9kxV6Ofsr click below
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By Westchester Modular Homes Inc, Serving NY, NJ, PA, CT, NH, RI, MA, VT & ME
(Westchester Modular Homes Inc)
Our Latest Project - now available for purchase:Canaan Condominiums is a new development consisting of 22 condominium units built on 1.77 acres on High Street in the city of Taunton, Mass. There are 2 duplex buildings and 6 triplex buildings. The layout of all units are the same. They are three bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Living space is 1596 square feet.The sales prices start at $439,900.The project falls within the "downtown" section of the city. We see the development as our contribution to the revitalization that is currently taking place in the downtown area. In addition, the state is currently completing the construction of a new commuter rail system from Taunton to Boston making this development, and the greater Taunton area desirable for people who are seeking to branch out from t...
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
...as much as you can.There is some basic Real Estate lingo that all buyers and sellers should learn prior to entering the Real Estate & Mortgage marketplace. The Infographic below is intended for buyers but I find sellers need to know the same terminology as a buyer and vice versa. Key Terms To Know When Buying a Home    Some Highlights Buying a home is a major transaction that can seem even more complex when you don’t understand the terms used throughout the process. If you’re looking to become a homeowner this year, it’s important to know these housing terms and how they relate to the current market so you feel confident throughout the homebuying process. Work with a trusted real estate professional who can answer any questions as they come up. Credit to KCM for the infographic
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By Michael Mahoney, Boston Realtor with Real Broker, LLC
(Real Broker, LLC)
Today Matters is a daily message put out by Greater Boston Realtor Michael Mahoney for the agents in his office @ Century 21 American Properties. Check me out @ http://www.RealtorMikeMahoney.comWhat's Happening with Real Estate nationally and how about in Boston?Not what all the clickbait sensationalists are touting.See the closed sales report from GBREB...See today's video here 🎦🎦►► What's Happening in Real Estate Now? ◄◄🎦🎦Read my full article here
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By Michael Mahoney, Boston Realtor with Real Broker, LLC
(Real Broker, LLC)
Campanelli Ranch in The Revere Acres Subdivision OverviewMapsPhotosFeaturesDescriptionOpen HouseMarket Stats $374,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms1 Full Bathroom1 UnitInterior: 960 sqftLot: 9,600 sqftYear Built: 1955MLS #: 73061362 Location 47 Bradford StreetHolbrook, MA 02343USA Michael Mahoney Century 21 American Properties(617) 615-9435mike@mmahoney.comhttp://www.realtormikemahoney.com        Listed by: Michael Mahoney, Realtor® Century 21 American Properties Our recent listings Campanelli Ranch in The Revere Acres Subdivision | $374,000 | Holbrook, MA17 Pilgrim Way Walpole, MA 02032 | $689,900 | Walpole, MACannon Forge Condos in Foxboro MA For Sale | $ | Foxboro, MAWashington Green Condominiums in Walpole MA | $300,000 | Walpole, MA439 North Main Street Sharon Massa...
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By Michael Mahoney, Boston Realtor with Real Broker, LLC
(Real Broker, LLC)
17 Pilgrim Way Walpole, MA 02032 OverviewMapsPhotosDescriptionNeighborhood $689,900 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 Full Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 2,600 sqftLot: 15,000 sqftYear Built: 1953MLS #: 73061473 Location 17 Pilgrim WayWalpole, MA 02032USA Michael Mahoney Century 21 American Properties(617) 615-9435mike@mmahoney.comhttp://www.realtormikemahoney.com        Listed by: Century 21 American Properties Our recent listings 17 Pilgrim Way Walpole, MA 02032 | $689,900 | Walpole, MACannon Forge Condos in Foxboro MA For Sale | $ | Foxboro, MAWashington Green Condominiums in Walpole MA | $300,000 | Walpole, MA439 North Main Street Sharon Massachusetts | $364,000 | Sharon, MASharon Green Condominiums For Sale | $195,000 | Sharon, MA Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby properti...
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By Doug Dawes, Your Personal Realtor®
(Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street Topsfield, MA)
The down payment is a sticking point with many buyers. With escalating home prices and interest rates, of recent, it's easy to see why buyers are concerned when looking at the conventional rule of thumb being 20% down. That's not the case though, as there are programs and mortgage options that exist that do not require a 20% down payment. If you live in a qualified rural area the USDA has a program with no money down. FHA is as little as 3% and the VA does provide no down payment loans to veterans. So, don't get too wound up as there ARE avenues available that can be of great assistance to buyers. Enjoy the article below.Wondering How Much You Need To Save for a Down Payment?   If you’re getting ready to buy your first home, you’re likely focused on saving up for everything that purchas...
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