If you are planning on buying a home or refinancing and would like to know the difference between a 15 vs. 30 year mortgage, this article explains the benefits of both.  You do save an enormous amount of money if you can afford larger payments and pay off your home in 15 years or you can go 30 years and make extra principle payments.   You [...]

Magnificent and exquisite custom built home beautifully sited on 17 private acres overlooking picturesque mountain views & gorgeous landscape. The woodwork was meticulously handcrafted and the fine details are done to perfection incorporating cherry, tiger maple, birds eye maple, rose wood & mahogany woods in the cabinetry, built-ins & wood [...]

Living in the country does not get any better than this. Come take a look at this impeccably maintained quality built brick Cape on 11 beautiful acres that overlooks protected land & picturesque views. It is the ideal setting to have animals, gardens or just sit back and enjoy the fabulous setting. The interior features a very nice kitchen w/cherry cabinetry, a center island, granite counter tops and it is open to the dining area. There is a large living room w/cathedral ceiling and a handsome brick fireplace. In addition this home has a fabulous sunroom, first floor bedroom & full bath, pantry, laundry, and a second floor master bedroom complete w/walk-in closet and full bath. If more space is needed, the full walk-out basement has two finished rooms that make a great family and recreation room. The bonus is an in-law apartment located above the 2-car garage that is perfect for guests or can be used as a studio or home office. Located 30 min to Northampton & the Berkshires.  Located in Plainfield, Mass.  Asking $349,000 Must See!

This is a great post about understanding your heating and cooling system.�� You will learn about each type of system, which is extremely helpful when looking at homes or thinking of installing a new one.� There is also preventative maintenance tips to help keep your systems running smoothly. �If you need a new heating or cooling system or [...]

Now that 2015 has come to a close I can reflect on the real estate market in the hilltowns of West County.� Compared to previous years, the real estate values for single-family homes continue to remain relatively steady. � The median price in 2014 was $214,750 and $212,500 in 2015. � The median price of single-family homes in West County is [...]

Impressive, quality built, and immaculate best describes this Wisconsin log style home that is perfectly sited on 14.7 private acres offering the ultimate in log home living! The magnificent interior of the home shows off the massive log structure with a spacious and open floor plan. The oversized eat-in kitchen has CrownPoint cherry [...]

Ever dream of owning your own timber frame home that is perfectly sited on a gorgeous south facing hilltop setting? This is the one for you. The massive oak frame is exposed throughout every room in the home and comes with cathedral ceilings, oak hardwood floors and a handsome center brick fireplace. The 10.25 acres has open rolling meadows [...]

Do yourself a favor and call today to schedule an appointment to see this beautiful home. You must tour the inside and walk around the landscaped grounds to get a sense of what this property has to offer. It is meticulously maintained, well built and ready for immediate occupancy. The charming interior features: a good size kitchen with [...]

I encourage sellers to keep their homes on the market during the winter months. Buyers have more time to look in the winter and can be in their new home just in time to enjoy the spring and summer season. Here are some great tips to make your house more desirable during the cold days of winter. Click here to read about [...]

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