Massachusetts residents have experienced flooding and natural gas disasters this month. As part of the recovery effort, residents will want to file an insurance claim for damages to their home. Below are tips on filing home insurance claims after a disaster, what you should do, and what you can … [Read more...]
Common Causes of Mold in Attics
When was the last time you went up in the attic? Maybe last December when you brought down the Christmas decorations or when you needed to get the air mattress for a surprise guest? Let’s face it, attics aren’t visited very often. This is part of the problem when it comes to discovering mold growth. … [Read more...]
Services Real Estate Agents Cannot Provide in Massachusetts
Real estate agents are licensed by the state of Massachusetts and are bound by certain laws and rules. When working with an agent for your home sale or home purchase, it's important to understand the scope of services provided. In many cases, agents will refer you to other professionals at different … [Read more...]
Massachusetts Homeowner Responsibilities for Trees Encroaching a Neighbor’s Property
It's very common for branches from a tree to overhang more than one property. Homeowners commonly ask about whose responsibility it is to maintain that tree? What is each property owner allowed or obligated to do? How does this vary for healthy versus unhealthy trees? A recent court case in … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Get Your Offer Accepted in the Competitive Mass Real Estate Market
The real estate market in Massachusetts continues to be extremely competitive. Buyers are getting more desperate as interest rates are rising. If you have been making offers on homes without success, you're probably wondering what you can do to improve your chances. Here are 3 ways to get your offer … [Read more...]
