Archive for June, 2008

Making sense of the market data and media reports

Saturday, June 28th, 2008 Posted in Andover, Investing in Real Estate, North Andover Community, Uncategorized | No Comments »

The news reports certainly paint a discouraging picture of the housing market.  Even if we're not currently considering a move, for many of us our homes are our single most valuable asset.   I believe that is one reason ... Read more..

Be safe at home this summer!

Tuesday, June 24th, 2008 Posted in Conversations, Information, Uncategorized | No Comments »

 School's out for summer and all across Andover and North Andover children and adults alike are enjoying vacation and outdoor fun.  The recent flooding in the midwest and the official ... Read more..

REMAX Hot Air Balloon delights visitors in North Andover, MA

Saturday, June 21st, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

    "BIG MAX," the official RE/Max Hot Air Balloon took flight under blue skies this first day of summer 2008!  Visitors quickly gathered to enjoy tethered rides at Smolak Farms annual ... Read more..

The ReMax Balloon is coming to North Andover, MA!

Friday, June 13th, 2008 Posted in North Andover Community | No Comments »

                   COME RIDE THE RE/MAX BALLOON!                 Saturday, June 21                9:00AM to 11:00AM               Our RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will be at Smolak Farm's Strawberry Festival in North Andover, MA!   Pick your own beautiful, ... Read more..

Tips for selling your home in Andover

Wednesday, June 11th, 2008 Posted in Sellers | No Comments »

Clean out, organize closets. Get sorting—organize your piles into “don’t need,” “haven’t worn,” and “keep.” Closets must be only half-full so buyers can visualize fitting their belongings. Update window treatments. ... Read more..

More tips to help sell your home

Friday, June 6th, 2008 Posted in Sellers | No Comments »

Install crown molding. Install molding proportional to the room’s size, and architecturally compatible. For ceilings nine feet high or higher, add dentil detailing, small tooth-shaped blocks used as a repeating ornament. It’s ... Read more..

Add value to your home –more quick fixes!

Wednesday, June 4th, 2008 Posted in Information, Sellers | No Comments »

Enrich with color! Paint is cheap but forget the adage that it must be white or neutral.  Just don't get too avant-garde with jarring pinks, oranges or purples.  Soft colors ... Read more..

Quick Fixes to Increase the Value of Your Home

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008 Posted in Information, Sellers | No Comments »

With buyers more scarce, it's important for sellers to offer what many want most--top value for their money!   Let's consider some simple ideas to help you get the most for ... Read more..