Author: Ben

  • Before the Chill Mow That Lawn One More Time

    Before the Chill Mow That Lawn One More Time

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    Mow that lawn one more time and feed a hawk. With the onset of (gulp ) cooler weather, remind yourself of the threat of field mice and other rodents. Furry neighbors that like a warm place to visit for the winter months– inside our homes! A final mow will remove the pests’s hiding place and…

  • Instant Pot Craze, BD Provisions and helping the environment in Newtown.

    Instant Pot Craze, BD Provisions and helping the environment in Newtown.

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    New York Times September, 2017 article highlights the celebrated Instant Pot, which combines an electric pressure cooker and slow cooker with other functions in one machine which can produce succulent meats, perfectly moist deserts in one pot with no fuss, clean-up in minutes. Great for delicious, healthy quick meals on weeknights after work.  Ron Popeil,…

  • Seven Factors to Consider When Choosing A Home to Retire In

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    As more baby boomers enter retirement age, the question of whether to sell their homes and move will become a hot topic. Today’s housing market climate indicates low available inventory in the starter and trade-up home categories. It makes sense to evaluate your home’s ability to adapt to your needs in retirement. According to the National…

  • Homeownership Still the American Dream

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    People in this country have seen homeownership as part of the American Dream for centuries. Immigrants wanted to own a piece of America, whether they were born here or emmigrated from another country. There have been many prominent societal changes over the last few decades. It is fair to ask if people in America still…

  • Buying a House This Year? This Should Be Your 1st Step!

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    The number of buyers searching for their dream homes outnumbers the number of homes for sale. Many markets across the country are experiencing this. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. Show that you are serious about buying your dream home. Before starting your search, try to get pre-qualified or pre-approved…

  • Don’t Sell Your Own Home (FSBO)

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    In today’s market, as home prices rise and a lack of inventory continues, some homeowners may consider trying to sell their homes on their own, known in the industry as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO). There are several reasons why this might not be a good idea for most sellers. Here are the top five reasons:…

  • 5 Reasons to Sell This Winter!

    5 Reasons to Sell This Winter!

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    Here are five reasons why listing your home to sell this winter makes sense. 1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains strong throughout the vast majority of the country despite the winter. These buyers are ready, willing and able to purchase… and are in the…

  • What if I Wait a Year to Be a Home-buyer?

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    National home-values have increased by 5.4% since this time last year. Over that same time period, interest rates have remained near historic lows which has allowed many home buyer to enter into the market and lock in low rates. As a seller, you will likely be most concerned about ‘short-term price’ – where home-values are headed over the next six months.…

  • Buyers: Don’t Be Surprised by Closing Costs!

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    Many homebuyers think that saving for their down payment is enough to buy the house of their dreams, but what about the closing costs that are required to obtain a mortgage? By law, a homebuyer will receive a loan estimate from their lender 3 days after submitting their loan application and they should receive a closing disclosure 3 days…