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Posted on 06/26/2022

Tips & tricks for designing container gardens

If you’re low on outdoor space, creating container gardens might be the perfect solution. Planting multiple varieties of plant in the same container saves space and gives you the opportunity to flex your creativity. However, there’s more to container gardens than just sticking several plants in one pot. If you want to design beautiful and healthy container gardens,...

Container Garden

Container Gardening

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Posted on 06/21/2022

Another Property Sold - 10 Lowell Ave, Holden, MA 01520

**New Listing**Open House this Thursday 4-6pm & Sunday 12-2pm**Beautiful updated cape style home for sale in Holden! This stunning 3 bedroom 2 bath has been meticulously cared for and is ready for its new owners! Enter into the large beautiful living room featuring hardwood floors, accent lighting and a lovely fireplace. The kitchen has been completely redone with plenty of updated cabinets, granite countertops, stainless appliances, recess and under counter lighting! It also boasts open concept kitchen into the dining space perfect for entertaining! The main floor offers a large bedroom (currently used as a den) and a full bath, with...

Real Estate

Holden

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Posted on 06/21/2022

Another Property Sold - 23 Gediminas St 23, Worcester, MA 01610

***New Listing***Townhouse style condo featuring two bedrooms and two baths, Home is need of repairs and updates. Great Commuter Location just minutes to Rte 146, 290 and the Mass Pike*** Home Being Sold "As-Is, Where-Is" Seller will make no...

Real Estate

Worcester

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Posted on 06/19/2022

Selling: Complete These Home Improvement Projects Before Putting Your Home on the Market

It may seem odd to take on several home improvement projects right before you list your home for sale and move, but it's actually one of the best times to complete them. Minor, budget-friendly home renovations can allow you to sell your home for a higher price and will almost certainly make your home more desirable to the...

Door

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Posted on 06/12/2022

Home Inspection Contingency 101

In real estate, a contingency is any clause in the purchase offer that gives the buyer a way to back out if certain requirements aren’t met. There are many types of contingencies used in home sales all covering different circumstances to protect the buyer’s best interest. The most common type of contingency is a home inspection contingency, which...

Contingency

Home Buying

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Posted on 06/08/2022

Another Property Sold - 182 Austin St, Worcester, MA 01609

**Dead Line for Offers, Tuesday, Febuarary 22nd @ 5pm *** NEW LISTING***OPEN HOUSE THIS SAT 2/19 & 2/20 11:30-1PM*** Fabulous Worcester 3 Family with excellent commuter location and features an incredible Barn/Garage! This second building has a full basement, office, parking for multiple cars inside, full second level and double staircases! The possibilities are limitless!Multi family features gas heating for all three floors, 3 bedrooms on units one and two and 2 bedrooms on unit 3. Roof is approximately 10 years, Gas and Waster Line to the street have been updated approximately 7 years, Don't miss out on this incredible...

Real Estate

Worcester

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Posted on 06/05/2022

Budget-friendly ways to upgrade living spaces on retirement

Home changes happen throughout the years. Whether they're for improving quality of life or peace of mind, these upgrades and renovations often cost a significant amount of money. And for those with a fixed income, living on a pension or receiving retirement/social security, it can make a hefty dent in the wallet. Here are a few ways to...

Bathroom

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Posted on 06/02/2022

Another Property Sold - 11 Caswell Ct, Douglas, MA 01516

***New Listing***OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, MARCH 6TH 1:30-3PM*** Fabulous Updated Ranch with Fantastic Commuter Location!!!** This wonderful home features a Sunny Airy Breezeway leading into a Beautiful Updated Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Counter Tops and Spacious Center Island! Large Living Room with Hardwood Flooring and Corner Gas Fireplace ***Three Generous Bedrooms with Spacious Closets and Updated Full Bath**** Updated Roof, Replacement Windows and Once Car Garage *** Large Full Basement for possible Future Expansion *** Amazing Picturesque Lot with Stone Walls and Lots of Room for Outdoor Activities!! ***Don's Miss Out...

Real Estate

Douglas

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Posted on 05/29/2022

Maintain Your Home's HVAC System With an Annual Inspection

Your HVAC system is one of the most important systems in your home. It's also one of the most expensive to replace, with the average cost of a new HVAC system easily ranging between $5,000 and $10,000. By taking care of your home's HVAC components, you can keep your living space comfortable all year round while also minimizing...

Annual

Annual Checklist

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Posted on 05/22/2022

Top Tips for Harvesting Your Kitchen Garden

After you spend a few months planning, planting and growing your garden, you may want to enjoy the fruits, and vegetables, of your labor. However, it can be tricky to know when and how to harvest your kitchen garden. These tips will help you pick produce that is ripe and ready: Keep a Garden Journal When you plant...

Garden

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Posted on 05/15/2022

Another Property Sold - 17 Franconia St, Worcester, MA 01602

***Dead Line for Offers 5pm March 16th~ Highest and Best** New Listing!!~Don't Miss this Amazing West Side 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Colonial Packed with Old World Charm in Mint Condition! Gleaming Hardwood Floors ~ Huge Living Room & Sitting Room with Built-in and Window Seats ~ Large Dining Room with Incredible Wood Beamed Ceiling, Original Glass China Cabinet and Window Seat ~ Grand Staircase with Fully Restored Magnificent Stained Glass Windows! ~Master Bedroom Suite with Double Closets, Master Bath (2017) w/Custom Plantation Shutters, Custom Wardrobe (2017)~Beautiful Bright Cabinet Packed Eat-in Kitchen Featuring Granite Counters,...

Real Estate

Worcester

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Posted on 05/15/2022

Try These Salad Skewer Ideas

Even in a group full of veggie-lovers, a big bowl of salad is not a convenient party snack. Luckily, most popular salad recipes can be turned into handheld party appetizers. Here are some ideas and recipes for making fresh and tasty salad skewers for your next get-together: Caprese Salad Skewers Caprese salad is a party favorite you can...

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