It looks like it is going to be a busy weekend here in Canton MA.  I previously posted about the Autumn Arts and Fall Fun Fest at the Mass Audubon Visual Arts Center in Canton MA.  Well, the Trinity Episcopal Church in Canton MA is also hosting The Giant Pumpkin Patch Festival on Saturday, October 23rd from Noon to 6 pm on the church grounds at 1 Blue Hill River Road in Canton.  A $10.00 wristband will get your child endless fun with on the Inflatables (aka bouncy house), pumpkin decorating, face painting, clowns and much more.  I even hear that there will be a display of a fire truck by the Canton MA Fire Department.  they will also be selling food and offering raffles and other items for sale.  And, there will be free entertainment provided by two very popular Canton MA music groups -... 10/21/2010

There is a fun fall event this weekend in Canton MA.  The Mass Audubon Society's Visual Arts Center, located at 963 Washington Street, Canton MA (across from Canton High School) is hosting an Autumn Arts and Fun Fest on Saturday, October 23rd from 10 am to 4 pm.  There will be crafters, storytelling, hayrides, animals, pumpkin painting and fall treats and fun.  This looks to be a great family event for those in Canton and the surrounding areas. It is a great opportunity to visit the Canton Visual Arts Center, which is really one of Canton's hidden jewels.  It is just one of many things that make Canton MA a great place to live.  The Visual Arts Center is a professional art museum located on a 138 acre nature and wildlife sanctuary operated by the Massachusetts Audubon Society.  Its miss... 10/15/2010

Step One in Buying a Home is talking to a mortgage professional and obtaining a solid mortgage preapproval.  Without knowing how much you can afford, the school district, number of bedrooms and the rest of the items on the wish list are irrelevant.  First and foremost, no one should be buying a home that he or she cannot afford or for which they cannot obtain a mortgage commitment. Secondly, no Seller will entertain an offer from any buyer who does not have a solid mortgage preapproval. And, I'm not talking about a generic mortgage preapproval from any lender.  Some lending institutions will issue a preapproval that is not worth much more than the paper it is printed on.  If in the end, if the borrower is not going to be approved for the mortgage, then the preapproval is worthless.  A g... 10/11/2010

Even in this market, buyers may need to compromise. Most buyers come to me or any other agent with their wish list. This list usually has many items on it, maybe a particular community, square footage, number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms, proximity to highways or transportation, type of house, amenities. Some buyers have shorter lists and others have longer ones, but there are usually several items on the list. The difficult part comes in when the available inventory have some but not all of the items on the list. At that point, buyers just might need to compromise. So, it is helpful to decide up front, which of the items on the list are the "must haves" and which are the "would like to haves". Maybe the school district is the most important but you would give up proximity to public... 10/02/2010

This Saturday, September 25th, is the upcoming annual Canton Homecoming Block Party and Parade.  It kicks off on Saturday morning with the Homecoming Road Race, sponsered by the Canton Association of Industries.  http://www.cantonai.org The evening festivities are started by the Block Party Parade, which leaves Canton High at 5:00 pm.  It goes down Washington Street, through the downtown & ends just past the Bank of Canton.  It brings out all the groups in Canton.  You will see floats, sports teams, musicians, clowns and even the Hazel Boone Dancers.  After the parade, there is a block party in the downtown, featuring free rides, activities and entertainment for young and old alike.  The local restaurants are all open, with many featuring street side dining so you can sit & enjoy a meal... 09/22/2010

In August of 2010 there were 15 homes that closed within the month  for Canton, MA. this was an increase of 2 units as there were 13 homes that closed in August of 2009. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for August 2010 was $512,867 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for August of 2009 was $449,715 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for August of 2010 was $498,248 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for August of 2009 was $429,573 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton in August of 2010 was 142 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton August of 2009 was 89 days.   8 homes went under agreement in Canton, Massachusetts for the month of August, 2010.... 09/16/2010

In July of 2010 there were 5 homes that closed within the month  for Canton, MA. this was an decrease of 7 units as there were 12 homes that closed in July of 2009. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for July 2010 was $588,640 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for July of 2009 was $565,308 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for July of 2010 was $562,040 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for July of 2009 was $548,167 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton in July of 2010 was 97 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton July of 2009 was 232 days.   9 homes went under agreement in Canton, Massachusetts for the month of July, 2010. The average list p... 08/02/2010

 In May of 2010 there were 15 homes that closed within the month for Canton, MA. This is a increase of 2 units as there were 13 homes that closed in May of 2009. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for May of 2010 was $480,381 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for May of 2009 was $493,800 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for May of 2010 was $456,375 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for May of 2009 was 474,500 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton in May of 2010 was 93 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton May of 2009 was 148 days.  8 homes went under agreement in Canton, Massachusetts for the month of May 2010. The average list price of t... 06/21/2010

Garden Tour Canton, MA will feature a seven garden tour Sunday June 6 from 1 to 4 p.m.  For more information, please call 781-828-8552. Blood Drives The American Red Cross will have several blood drives in June including Saturday, June 19 from 9 to 2 p.m. and Wednesday, June 23 from 2 to 7 p.m.  www.redcrossblood.org   06/05/2010

 In April of 2010 there were 9 homes that closed within the month for Canton, MA. This is a increase of 4 units as there were 5 homes that closed in April of 2009. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for April of 2010 was $523,969 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for April of 2009 was $512,540 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for April of 2010 was $505,222 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for April of 2009 was 480,000 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton in April of 2010 was 173 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton April of 2009 was 173 days.  15 homes went under agreement in Canton, Massachusetts for the month of April 2010. The averag... 05/11/2010

  CANTON VILLAGE, 2ND FLOOR UNIT IN GOOD CONDITION, LARGE MASTER BEDROOM WITH LOTS OF CLOSET SPACE. LIVING ROOM WITH BALCONY & WALL A/C, NO PETS. Property Information Approx. Living Area: 764 sq. ft. ($206.68/sq. ft.)   Approx. Acres: Garage Spaces: 0  -- Living Area Includes: Heat Zones:   Electric Baseboard Parking Spaces: 1  Assigned Living Area Source: Field Card Cool Zones:   Wall AC # of Living Levels: 1 Living Area Disclosures: Complex & Association Information Complex Name: Canton Village Units in Complex: 186  Complete: Units Owner Occupied:   Source: Association: Yes    Fee: $309 Fee Includes: Water, Master Insurance, Swimming Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal   Joseph D. "Joe" Federico "Not Your Average Joe"Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage692 High Str... 05/10/2010

 In March of 2010 there were 17 homes that closed within the month for Canton, MA. This is a increase of 12 units as there were 5 homes that closed in March of 2009. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for March of 2010 was $381,059 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for March of 2009 was $337,869 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for March of 2010 was $381,059 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for March of 2009 was $316,500 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton in March of 2010 was 100 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton March of 2009 was 196 days.  8 homes went under agreement in Canton, Massachusetts for the month of March 2010. The aver... 04/05/2010

 In February of 2010 there were 9 homes that closed within the month for Canton, MA. This is a increase of 3 units as there were 6 homes that closed in February of 2009. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for February of 2010 was $445,033 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for February of 2009 was $598,633 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for February of 2010 was $439,111 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for February of 2009 was $531,667 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton in February of 2010 was 76 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton February of 2009 was 135 days.  14 homes went under agreement in Canton, Massachusetts for the month o... 03/05/2010

Canton MA Foreclosures, Short Sales and Bank Owned Real Estate for Sale Purchasing a home at a Canton MA foreclosures auction has many risks to a potential buyer and in most cases the bank will bid and take possession of the property at auction. The property is then referred to as bank owned, REO (real estate owned) or foreclosed property. To search the MA MLS listings visit Canton MA MLS listings. A home owner may attempt a "short sale" whereby the bank agrees to accept less than the mortgage balance based on the owner's hardship and financial status. Obtaining approval can be a long and difficult process. Additionally, there is no assurance that the lender will accept an offer at or above the listed price. Bank-owned and short sale listings are often marketed with a real estate agent ... 02/17/2010

 In January of 2010 there were 6 homes that closed within the month for Canton, MA. This is a increase of 1 unit as there were 5 homes that closed in January of 2009. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for January of 2010 was $594,789 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for January of 2009 was $501,340 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for January of 2010 was $596,585 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for January of 2009 was $474,840 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton in January of 2010 was 98 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton January of 2009 was 185 days.  11 homes went under agreement in Canton, Massachusetts for the month of January... 02/03/2010

Canton, MA Single Family Open Houses: 1) 204 Messinger Street- 4 room, 2 bed, 1 bath Colonial-$300,000-1:00 PM to 3:00 PM 2) 89 Randolph Terr. 10 room, 4 bed, 2-5 bath Colonial-$479,900 -12:00 PM to 2:00 PM 3) 38 Manomet Rd. 10 Room, 5 Bed, 2.5 bath Contemp.-$639,900- 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM              Thinking of selling your home in Canton, Mass. or other Norfolk County towns. Call or email me...I would welcome the opportunity to show you how my online marketing can get your home SOLD!   Joseph D. "Joe" Federico "Not Your Average Joe"Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage692 High StreetWestwood MA   02090 www.JoeFed.com Direct-781-881-4031 email-joe@josephfederico.com 01/22/2010

Canton, Mass.- Market Report-December 2009  In December of 2009 there were 8 homes that closed within the month for Canton, MA. This is a increase of 3 units as there were 5 homes that closed in December of 2008. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for December of 2009 was $442,813 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for December of 2008 was $397,580 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for December of 2009 was $425,675 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for December of 2008 was $374,500 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton in December of 2009 was 94 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton December of 2008 was 106 days.  8 homes went under agreemen... 01/15/2010

Canton, Mass.-Real Estate Market Report-2009 compared to 2008! In  2009 there were 120 homes that closed within the year for Canton, MA. This is a increase of 2 units as there were 118 homes that closed in Canton for 2008. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for 2009 was $480,839 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for 2008 was $536,065 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for 2009 was $460,029 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for 2008 was $511,184 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton for 2009 was 135 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton for 2008 was 142 days. Thinking of selling your home in Canton or other Norfolk County towns. Call or email... 01/02/2010

Canton, MA Single Family Open Houses 1) 346 Pleasant Street  - 9 room, 4 bed, 1.5 bath Ranch - $379,000 - 1:30 to 2:30 PM   2) 491 Chapman Street- 8 room, 4 bed, 2 bath Victorian- $399,900 - 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM    3) 65 Cedarcrest Road - 8 room, 3 bed, 2.5 bath Ranch - $549,000 - 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM        Thinking of selling your home in CANTON, Mass. or other Norfolk County towns. Call or email me...I would welcome the opportunity to show you how my online marketing can get your home SOLD!     Joseph D. "Joe" Federico "Not Your Average Joe"Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage692 High StreetWestwood MA   02090 www.JoeFed.com Direct-781-881-4031 email-joe@josephfederico.com 12/18/2009

 In November of 2009 there were 17 homes that closed within the month for Canton, MA. This is a increase of 11 units as there were 6 homes that closed in November of 2008. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for November of 2009 was $474,135 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Canton for November of 2008 was $499,067 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for November of 2009 was $452,582 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Canton for November of 2008 was $482,750 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton in November of 2009 was 68 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Canton November of 2008 was 141 days.  10 homes went under agreement in Canton, Massachusetts for the month... 12/09/2009