A Boston North Shore home that’s priced correctly and has an overall general appeal should sell within 30-45 days in a good housing market. That’s the consensus among most real estate agents and industry experts. When a sale doesn’t occur in that timeframe, some home sellers and real estate agents can get discouraged, frustrated and […]
Boston North Shore Home Buying – To Rent or Buy?
If you’ve followed the latest Boston North Shore home buying trends, no doubt you’ve heard people say there’s no better time to buy a home than now. With mortgage interest rates at very affordable levels, credit availability relatively high and down payment requirements low, it’s a tempting combination for many renters thinking of entering the homeownership arena. […]
Boston North Shore Home Improvements: Mistakes Seniors Make
Boston North Shore home improvements are often planned and made by senior homeowners and many of them make mistakes by not considering their future needs. As homeowners get older they should carefully consider remodeling and renovating their homes. Mistakes may lead to financial challenges as the homeowners reach retirement age or beyond. Boston North Shore Home Improvements: […]
When a Boston North Shore Home Inspection Goes Bad
A Boston North Shore home inspection may not necessarily be required, but it’s usually a good idea and a popular recommendation from industry insiders and real estate agents. However, hiring the right inspection company or home inspector is very important. Because home inspection horror stories can and do happen, some prospective buyers seek the expertise […]
Lender-Placed Boston North Shore Insurance Facts
Having a Boston North Shore insurance policy is vitally important to both mortgage lenders and property owners. And no subject is quite as controversial as “force-placed” or “lender-placed” insurance coverage. As the name implies, lender-placed insurance is a policy implemented by the mortgage holder in the event the homeowner has insufficient coverage or allows the coverage […]