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Posted on 09/15/2021

Two Ways to Make Caring for Houseplants Easier

Even for experienced gardeners, keeping multiple houseplants happy and thriving can be overwhelming. With all the watering, fertilizing, checking for pests and adequate sunlight, it might seem like you’re spending all of your time on the minute tasks. Luckily, there are lots of ways to make your plant care easier. Here are three simple hacks for taking better...

Fertilizer

Houseplants

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Posted on 09/13/2021

Braintree, MA Real Estate Market Update 9/13/2021

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Posted on 09/08/2021

How to Get Started with Real Estate

Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay For some, house hacking is the key to getting started in real estate; for others, it's just a smart way to build cash flow into an otherwise uncooperative rental market. Wondering how to get your foot in the door? Here's what you need to know. What is House Hacking? The term "house hacking"...

Posted on 09/08/2021

Should You Finance with a Mortgage Lender? Pros & Cons

Photo by Helloquence on Unsplash When financing a home purchase, one of the most basic decisions to make is where to get your mortgage from. The basic options are whether you should go to a mortgage lender or not. Financing with a mortgage lender has both pros and cons. Pro: Many Loan Options If you go to a...

Posted on 09/03/2021

Weymouth, MA Real Estate Market Update 9/3/2021

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Posted on 09/02/2021

Another Property Rented - 21 Beacon St 8C, Boston, MA 02108

Welcome home to The Bellevue, Beacon Hill’s premium concierge building. This updated and bright front-facing unit in the heart of Boston is available for September 1st. Features include updated hardwood floors, large bedroom with ample closet space, updated bathroom, and all utilities (heat, hot water, electric, and internet) included! Professionally managed building with 2 elevators, stunning marble lobby, full-time concierge, doorman, and on-site management. Laundry and trash/recycling rooms located on each floor. Additional bike storage. Incredible resident roof deck with sweeping views of the Boston skyline, State House, and Boston...

Posted on 09/01/2021

Installing Insulation in an Existing Home

Image by mnplatypus from Pixabay Proper insulation not only helps you save on your energy bills. It reduces your energy impact on the environment and may create a great selling point for your home when the time comes. But knowing were to insulate an existing home can be a project. Here's what you need to know. How to...

Posted on 08/27/2021

21 Beacon St 8C, Boston, MA 02108 is now new to the market!

Welcome home to The Bellevue, Beacon Hill’s premium concierge building. This updated and bright front-facing unit in the heart of Boston is available for September 1st. Features include updated hardwood floors, large bedroom with ample closet space, updated bathroom, and all utilities (heat, hot water, electric, and internet) included! Professionally managed building with 2 elevators, stunning marble lobby, full-time concierge, doorman, and on-site management. Laundry and trash/recycling rooms located on each floor. Additional bike storage. Incredible resident roof deck with sweeping views of the Boston skyline, State House, and Boston...

Posted on 08/25/2021

How Often Should You Redesign Your Home Office?

A good home office considers everything from lighting to air quality to layout, but even the best of the best home offices should be reimagined from time to time. So what happens when you switch up your office layout? The results may surprise you. Here are a few quick tips for redesigning your home office space. Rework Assessment...

Home Living

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Posted on 08/23/2021

Quincy, MA Real Estate Market Update 8/23/2021

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Posted on 08/18/2021

Hydroponics at Home: How to Set Up Your Indoor System

A mini hydroponics system serves as a fun way to grow all your favorite fruits and vegetables all throughout the year. The plants get their nutrients from flowing water instead of soil, letting you skip the dirt in favor of something a little fancier. You can then control every aspect of their nutrient intake and grow a ton...

Gardening

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Posted on 08/13/2021

Braintree, MA Real Estate Market Update 8/13/2021

Click here to view Braintree, MA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...