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Posted on 01/19/2025
Understanding the fixed rate mortgage definition
To choose the right mortgage loan, it’s important to...
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Posted on 01/12/2025
How to design an eclectic living room
If you have trouble choosing a living room design style,...
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Posted on 01/05/2025
VA Loan Benefits for Veterans With Disabilities
If you're a qualifying U.S. veteran, a VA home loan can be your quickest path to home ownership. However, if you're legally disabled, there are even more financial benefits available. Here is a basic guide to VA loan benefits for veterans with disabilities: Funding fee exemptions VA loans don't require down payments, but come with funding fees instead....
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Posted on 12/29/2024
3 Tips for a Safer & Well-Maintained Fireplace
For many, the fireplace is the focal point of the home. Whether you use it for heat or just for ambiance, a wood burning fireplace is an important feature that requires regular maintenance to function and keep everybody safe. Here are some tips for general maintenance of your wood-burning fireplace: Clean the Interior One of the simplest ways...
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Posted on 12/22/2024
An introduction to companion planting
Companion planting is the practice of placing certain...
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Posted on 12/15/2024
The best dishes for party guests to bring
Attending a potluck or picnic-style party can be a great...
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Posted on 12/08/2024
Safety and Fun: How to Bolster Your Pool Safety Without Squashing the Fun
Having a backyard pool provides a great way to cool off in summer and have fun in the water. When you're a pool owner, you'll also need to keep safety in mind. Here are a few quick and easy safety tips to help you do help you keep your pool fun and secure: Put up barriers Having pool...
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Posted on 01/24/2025
29 Loudville Rd, Westhampton, MA 01027 is now new to the market!
Charming Cape-style home that blends modern updates w/ timeless appeal! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence has spacious rooms, hardwood floors, & sunlight that pours in. The custom kitchen, w/ large center island, stainless steel appliances, & ample cabinet and counter space--perfect for entertaining. The living room offers plenty of natural light, making it the ideal relaxing spot. On the 1st floor, find a full bath w/ spa tub, walk-in shower, laundry, & a bedroom currently utilized as a home office. The 2nd-floor has the primary w/ au suite, nook, balcony & the 3rd bedroom. Recent upgrades add to the home's value &...
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Posted on 01/10/2025
664 Main St 58, Amherst, MA 01002 is now new to the market!
Office space available in the historic Conkey Stevens House, a part of Salem Place condominiums, a landmark building. Unit # 58 offered here, located on the sunny East side of the building. This office space at #58 has two large closets, high ceilings, and two shared bathrooms down the hall. An excellent space for an attorney, therapist, accountant, massage studio, or even a place to study. The space is quiet and clean, offers off-street parking, is on the bus line, and is within walking distance to Amherst College and all downtown has to...
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Posted on 01/03/2025
Another Property Sold - 50 Sunset Ln, Longmeadow, MA 01106
Renovations are being wrapped up! Expect to be impressed! Located on a dead end street & close to I-91 is this welcoming 5 room vinyl sided ranch. Offering a large spacious kitchen which is open to the diningm & livingrm area. The sunroom has vaulted ceiling & a place for a pellet or wood stove. This sunny room has a skylight which brings in natural light. Step out onto the large patio through the sliding glass doors & enjoy the beautiful backyard area! The 2 bedrms are a generous size with large closets. The washer & dryer are located in the large modern bathrm. Mitsubishi mini splits offer economical heat in the...
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Posted on 12/21/2024
Another Property Sold - 145 Chesterfield Road, Northampton, MA 01053
This delightful Cape offers Country Living & Conveniences. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity of Robert’s Hill Conservation trails, Bike Paths, Musante Beach, Rec. Fields, & Look Park. Situated in a desirable neighborhood, this home was built w/ structural integrity. Landscaped grounds provide privacy & enjoyment. The 1st level has a wonderful circular flow w/ hardwood floors throughout. The updated kitchen opens to a dining area w/ more cabinetry. There is a 1st floor BR w/ updated full bath & a charming fireplaced living room w/ gas insert. A skylighted staircase provides generous ambient light. Two 2nd FL...
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Posted on 12/11/2024
Another Property Sold - 183-187 Main St, Northampton, MA 01060
Prime location! This 7019 SF red brick building w/ Keystone accents is ready for your vision. A 3-story mixed-use building consisting of 6 units; one retail storefront and restaurant space with hood vent on the first floor, a finished basement, and four residential apartments, two each on the 2nd and 3rd floors. The building faces South and takes in a spectacular view of the Seven Sisters Mountain range. Adding a rooftop garden patio/deck for the owner to use exclusively or for the building's common use will add value to the building. This property would make an incredible and profitable condo conversion. Extensive electrical work has been...
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