Tuesday, November 9, 2010

5 Reasons You Should Use a Real Estate Professional

Thinking you don't need a real estate agent? Think again.

Todays real estate market can be challenging to navigate, especially without a professional to help guide you.

Pricing strategy, marketing, negotiating, and safety issues are all important considerations when putting your house up for sale.

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Saturday, July 17, 2010

Septic S.O.S.

"The septic system has failed." Words that can strike fear in a homeowner or potential buyer. The cost of completely replacing a septic system can run $8,000 or more. Certainly not a welcome expense and usually very unexpected.

If you're a buyer who has finally found the property you want to purchase, it could even threaten to break the deal. It doesn't need to.

There is help!

Cape Cod residents of Barnstable County can apply for financial help with a 5% interest rate betterment loan through the Community Septic Management Program. The loans are repayable over 20 years and cover all costs directly associated with the septic system upgrade.

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Monday, June 28, 2010

7 Gardening Mistakes to Avoid

Who doesn't admire a yard with lush gardens that burst with color throughout the seasons? Sure, some people have green thumbs while others struggle to make grass grow, but helpful advice can benefit even those of us who are challenged.

Gardens that are well thought out not only add beauty to your space, but improve your neighborhood and add value to your home.

"Though I do not believe that a plant will spring up where no seed has been, I have great faith in a seed. Convince me that you have a seed there, and I am prepared to expect wonders." -- Henry David Thoreau

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