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Posted on 09/07/2020

Photo by Ilona Krijgsman via Pixabay Whether you own a cat, dog, reptile, or another animal, these critters are members of the family. But with cramped spaces and home layouts that aren’t very focused on the comfort and safety of your pets, you may need to make some modifications to make your home more pet-friendly. And given how...

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Posted on 08/31/2020

Before Selling Your Home, Assess Your Equity

Image by Wokandapix from Pixabay The equity in your home plays a major role in how much profit you'll make off the sale, but it's not always simple to determine just how much of the home you own (even if you haven't refinanced). Here are a few tips to understand equity and how you can use it to...

Posted on 08/24/2020

Mortgage Qualifications: FICO Score

Image by David Pereiras from Shutterstock Your FICO score is a key factor used to determine if you qualify for a mortgage. The Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO) is the creator of the most common credit score used by home loan providers. The algorithm used to create your score is a closely-guarded industry secret. But in general, it factors...

Posted on 08/17/2020

5 Houseplants to De-Stress Your Home and Purify the Air

Photo by Tristan Gevaux on Unsplash Houseplants are the ideal choice for functional decorations. The presence of plants in your spaces may brighten up your home, de-stress it, and purify the air. Houseplants can create a relaxed and restful ambiance. Below are some of the best houseplants to purify the air in your home and de-stress. 1. The...

Posted on 09/10/2020

Video Tour - 64 Fuller St, Newton, MA 02468

Set on a tree lined residential street in a choice Waban neighborhood, this new construction 2 unit Townhouse development blends classic and historic styling with modern conveniences. Beautifully designed, each unit has a welcoming entry that leads to open concept living areas, ideal for entertaining and comfortable living. Center island kitchens feature high end cabinetry, commercial grade stainless steel appliances and quartz counter-tops. Living and dining areas have built in mantelpieces & bookcases, gas fireplaces, large windows, and exterior access to exclusive use decks, patios, and yard space. The second levels features three...

Posted on 09/10/2020

64 Fuller St, Newton, MA 02468 is now new to the market!

Set on a tree lined residential street in a choice Waban neighborhood, this new construction 2 unit Townhouse development blends classic and historic styling with modern conveniences. Beautifully designed, each unit has a welcoming entry that leads to open concept living areas, ideal for entertaining and comfortable living. Center island kitchens feature high end cabinetry, commercial grade stainless steel appliances and quartz counter-tops. Living and dining areas have built in mantelpieces & bookcases, gas fireplaces, large windows, and exterior access to exclusive use decks, patios, and yard space. The second levels features three...

Posted on 09/09/2020

Another Property Sold - 61 Walker St, Newton, MA 02460

Handsome and gracious Newtonville Victorian built in 1880 as an elegant single family home. Big wraparound front porch, hi ceilings, hardwood floors, lots of dormers, gables, nooks and crannies. Grand entry foyer with stained glass and archways. Expansive living room with wide bay windows, large dining room with bay windows and a fireplace, and an updated eat in kitchen. Also a full bath and a back stairway leading to second floor. Second floor has 4 spacious bedrooms, a utility room, and a full bath. Third floor has a big kitchen/dining area, a large fifth bedroom, and a newer full bath. House is a legal two family but...

Posted on 09/04/2020

1514 Beacon St #47-48, Brookline, MA 02446 now has a new price of $1,975,000!

The Stoneholm, designed at the turn of the century by renowned architect Arthur Hunnewell Bowditch in the Beaux-Arts style, is one of Brookline's important landmarks and is considered by historians to be without peer among Boston's finest pre-war apartment buildings. This 4th floor unit consists of 2,724 +/- square feet of living space with original, extraordinary architectural detail. There are eight rooms and three full bathrooms. Amenities include three fireplaces, central air, elevator, in-unit laundry, exclusive parking and basement storage. The Stoneholm is located on the carriage road side between Coolidge Corner and Washington...

Posted on 09/02/2020

Another Property Sold - 88 Harding St, Newton, MA 02465

Located in a delightful West Newton neighborhood is this bright, well cared for Contemporary Raised Ranch. A welcoming foyer leads to an open living room with 11' vaulted ceiling and separate dining area. A galley kitchen with gas cooking and good cabinet & counter space accesses a rear deck and stone patio. There are three bedrooms on this level including a main bedroom with private 1/2 bath as well as an additional full bath. The lower level was recently finished and includes a wood burning fireplace. Amenities include Hardwood Flooring, Central A/C, gas heating, car port, and walk out basement. Improvements include newer windows and...

Posted on 08/28/2020

Another Property Sold - 40 Helene Rd, Newton, MA 02468

Located in Waban, beautifully renovated multi-level 4-5 BR/3 full baths. Custom built-ins, hardwood floors. Spacious open plan on main floor with modern kitchen, stainless steel appliances, pantry, breakfast bar. Home office off kitchen accesses large, rear deck and screened porch. Entry to dining area, flowing into living room with picture window/gas fireplace. Large, cabinet-lined central island anchors this level. Recessed lighting/casement windows throughout for plenty of air/light. Upstairs main BR has double closets, luxurious bathroom with double sink, large shower stall, deep tub. Two more BRs/bath at this level. Ground level 4th...

Posted on 08/14/2020

Video Tour - 4 Coyne Rd #4, Newton, MA 02468

Waban! New construction Townhouse blends classic & historic styling with modern conveniences. Welcoming foyer leads to beautifully designed living area, ideal for entertaining & comfortable living. Center island kitchen feature high end cabinetry, commercial grade stainless steel appliances and quartz counter-tops. Living and dining area have built in mantel & bookcase, gas fireplace, large windows, and exterior access to exclusive use decks, patio, and yard. Second level has three bedrooms including a main bedroom with stunning bathroom and walk in closet. Attractively finished lower level with high ceiling and full bathroom....

Posted on 08/14/2020

Video Tour - 64 Fuller St #64, Newton, MA 02468

Waban! New construction Townhouse blends classic & historic styling with modern conveniences. Beautifully designed living areas, ideal for entertaining & comfortable living. Center island kitchen feature high end cabinetry, commercial grade stainless steel appliances and quartz counter-tops. Living and dining area have built in mantel & bookcase, gas fireplace, large windows, and exterior access to exclusive use decks, patio, and yard. Second level has three bedrooms including a main bedroom with stunning bathroom and walk in closet. Attractively finished lower level with high ceiling and full bathroom. Amenities include hardwood...