Hands-Free Law Hands-Free While Driving Hands-Free While Driving It’s the Law. February 23 Fines Up To $500 Massachusetts law prohibits operators of motor vehicles from using any electronic device, including mobile telephones, unless the device is used in hands-free mode. The “hands-free” law is effective as of February 23, 2020. Penalty for violating the hands-free law: 1st offense – $100 fine. 2nd offense – $250 fine, plus mandatory completion of a distracted driving educat

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Spring is certainly right around the corner and even though the flowers aren’t quite blooming just yet, this is a great time to prepare your home for the spring market! If you are a prospective seller, it is important to use this time to start getting your home ready: Start Interviewing Prospective Realtors One of the most important thing to do when selling your home is to find a great agent to represent you. If you don’t have one already, then get recommendations from frien

Solutions to this issue range from long-term investments to quick fixes that will help you save in the short term. If you’re renting an apartment or plan on moving soon, you might be better off focusing on low-cost, short-term fixes while you shop for a home that is more energy-efficient. In this article, we’ll cover both types of solutions so you can start saving money and fearing the heating bill each month. Read on for the list of the most cost-effective ways to save on he

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A great read! We hear so many times of home sales falling apart due to home inspections or some minor repair issues. Broken steps, missing railings, chipping or flaking paint and the list goes on. These are typically minor issues and can be fixed quickly and affordably. What if I told you I have the answers to your […] via Have you lost any deals due to a Home Inspection?? — Bill Nickerson’s Blog #fha #economy #market #sale #massachusetts #maintenance #homebuying #home #marke

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It’s almost time to welcome in the spring season. With spring comes a yearly tradition: Spring cleaning! Where do you even start to get the dust, dirt, and clutter out of your home after a long winter? We h Baseboards, Door Frames, and Walls These areas of your home are often overlooked, but can accumulate quite a bit of dust and dirt. All you need to do is wash the areas down with soap and water and let them dry thoroughly. Wash Your Windows This sounds like it’s the least f

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Massachusetts Home Buying – Is the Purchase and Sale Deposit the Same as the Down Payment? Being a Massachusetts home buyer is a bit different than buying in some other parts of the country. Here in Massachusetts we have a two part contract system. It consists of the “Offer to Purchase” and the “Purchase and Sale Agreement.” Initially, at the offer stage it is customary to put a deposit of $500 to $1,000 along with the offer Ten days to two weeks after the offer comes the Pu

What can you do to separate yourself from the homebuying competition? Here are three spring homebuying tips that you need to know: 1. Plan Ahead The housing market moves quickly, and homebuyers who lack the necessary real estate skills and know-how may fall behind the competition. On the other hand, homebuyers who prepare for the spring real estate market should have no trouble discovering the perfect house. Evaluate the real estate market closely. Consider your finances and

Great article from Bill Nickerson _______________________________________ As much as things change in the mortgage industry, many things stay the same.  If you are applying for a Home Loan with less than 20% down, did you know that you can still Gift Funds: As each mortgage program comes with its own set of guidelines, Gift funds to be used towards the purchase of a home are allowed from a family member, domestic partner, borrower’s employer,  a charitable organization, gover

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If you’ve been sitting on the fence about selling your home, it might just be time to hop off. Now. To put it in other terms: 2017 is poised to be the year of the home seller, real estate experts say. So what are you waiting for? “Sellers have been in the driver’s seat for the last two years, but this year is shaping up to be even better for several reasons,” says Jonathan Smoke, chief economist of realtor.com®. “Nothing is bad for sellers today.” A combination of factors is 

OK – So its winter! Do not target your intentions on the time of year. Focus your efforts on the home buying market. For sellers of homes and land, winter may be the ideal time of the year to list your property for sale. A misconception by sellers that winter is a bad time to put your home on the market results in low inventories and less completion for sellers. Choose A Realtor List your home for sale with an experienced and reputable licensed Realtor that will expansively p

Even a first-time homebuyer can become an informed shopper, i.e. someone who understands the ins and outs of the housing market. In fact, some of the best ways to become informed as you move along the homebuying process include: 1. Determine How Much Money You’ll Need. How much money do you have to spend on a home? Find out by getting pre-approved for a mortgage and establishing a homebuying budget. Pre-approval for a mortgage may help you speed up your journey from homebuyer

1. Price In some cases, homebuyers may submit a “lowball” offer in the hopes of getting a seller to jump at a quick sale. If a home seller accepts this offer, a homebuyer is able to purchase a terrific home at a bargain price. Conversely, if a home seller rejects or counters the offer, a homebuyer may have an opportunity to reconsider his or her options. As a home seller, you should consider how much you are willing to accept for your residence before you add it to the real e

Even a first-time homebuyer can become an informed shopper, i.e. someone who understands the ins and outs of the housing market. In fact, some of the best ways to become informed as you move along the homebuying process include: 1. Determine How Much Money You’ll Need. How much money do you have to spend on a home? Find out by getting pre-approved for a mortgage and establishing a homebuying budget. Pre-approval for a mortgage may help you speed up your journey from homebuyer

We’ve all heard the expression ‘let the buyer beware’, and no where is that more true than in the purchase of a home. Whether purchasing a brand new home in the suburbs, a downtown high-rise condo, or a 100 year-old lake side cottage, a home inspection by a trained professional will not only provide a clear picture of the condition of the property, but could save you thousands of dollars. A home inspection is a detailed examination of a residence and the immediate exterior ar