When you have issues with your plumbing system, your home sale could be harder than it needs to be. There’s nothing worse than planning to list your home only to find out that you have a host of issues that you probably need to address first. When you’re selling a home with plumbing issues, it’s […]
How can you afford to fix your house when finances are tight? What if you want to sell a house that needs work? Whether your home has small cosmetic issues or bigger structural problems, there are ways to sell it successfully, and sometimes to fund the necessary improvements. Learn about your options for getting money […]
Houses in Boston can get water damage from different sources like burst pipes, roof leaks, and condensation in poorly ventilated rooms. Severe rainstorms can cause flooding in homes, especially around the Fort Point Channel area, near Constitution Beach and Chelsea Creek, and along the Charles River. It’s important to act quickly when water enters your […]
Do you need a remodeling permit?
Remodeling projects are a great way to boost your home value as you get ready to sell your house. But keep in mind that when you make home improvements on your Boston property, you may need to get a permit first. For example, here are 5 home improvement […]
Do you know the different types of real estate?
Sometimes you’re not selling a house. Real estate transactions also include home sales and sales of other types of property. It is important to consider what type of property you have when you start the selling process in Boston. Types of property include:
Residential: When […]
The emotional toll of inheriting a house
Making decisions about an inherited house is difficult while grieving. The house is a tangible link to the deceased, and selling it can be harrowing. It’s normal to want to keep the house, even though you may live far away or can’t afford it. The reality is […]
Sisters Margaret and Ann from Peabody sit down with We Buy Ugly Houses® Boston to discuss why they made the hard but necessary decision to sell their family home.
A We Buy Ugly Houses® review
In the above video, sisters Ann and Margaret of Peabody, Massachusetts provide a We Buy Ugly Houses® review and discuss their […]
Downsizing your house? Consider selling “as is.”
Thinking about downsizing? Downsizing your home can be a liberating and practical decision, especially as you’re nearing retirement. When you're considering how to downsize your home, selling your house "as is" can be a great option. Selling “as is” means no repairs or renovations are needed beforehand. […]
What is a home inspection?
When selling a house in Boston, there’s a lot to consider. It’s important to understand exactly what an inspection is and why most home sales include a house inspection as part of the process. An inspection is required by the mortgage company for the potential buyer of the house. […]
Beware of illegal roadside signs advertising cash house investors.
You’ve seen those signs staked along the roadway and median strips, or tacked onto utility poles: “Cash for houses” or a variation thereof. Those are called “bandit signs,” and they are illegal in Boston. Erecting signs on public property is against the law and subject […]
