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Posted on 06/13/2022

How to follow building codes during your renovation project

When building a new home, architects need to follow strict building codes to make sure everything is built according to safety standards. It’s important for homeowners to know and understand major building codes before modifying the structure or layout of the home. Unfortunately, code violations are common when remodeling and can result in expensive fines or unreliable construction....

Building Codes

Building Permits

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Posted on 06/08/2022

Hudson, MA Real Estate Market Update 6/8/2022

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Posted on 06/06/2022

FF&E Interior Design Projects

Furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) interior design projects might seem as though they only involve choosing new items based on their style, color and other aesthetic elements. However, FF&E projects go beyond aesthetics in scope. In fact, interior designers working on FF&E projects should do significant research on textiles, materials and other components to ensure safety standards. Items...

Design

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Posted on 05/30/2022

Home Improvement Ideas That Won't Break the Bank

Updating the look of your home doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With some effort and the right tools, you can change your home while staying on budget. If you’re interested in some easy home improvement projects that won’t break the bank, here are some suggestions to inspire you: Limewash Your Walls Limewash is an ancient technique for...

Posted on 05/29/2022

Marlborough, MA Real Estate Market Update 5/29/2022

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Posted on 06/17/2022

32 Summit Ave., Marlborough, MA 01752 is now new to the market!

BEAUTIFUL CONTEMPORARY RANCH w-Modern Updates, Large Corner Lot w-expansive back yard, 2 Dble.Wide Driveways, & Gas Heat! "GREAT ROOM" Style w-HRDWOOD FLRS thruout. FIREPL'D LIV.RM. totally open to Exquisite New QUARTZ & STAINLESS FULLY APPLIANCED KITCHEN w-Gas Range, Ctr. Island~Breakfast Bar for 4, Pendant Lites, Blt.-InShelves ~ SHAKER CABINETRY w/Brass Pulls/Roll outs/Pan/Baking Tray & Spice Drawers! Lovely Eating Area w-Hrdwood Flr. by Picture Window overlooking private Back Yard & Stone Patio. Flexible Flr. Plan for 1st.FLR. Fam.Rm, or as King Main BR, BR2 is Queen size with 1/2 Bathrm! Nice secondary BR's w-HW...

Posted on 06/13/2022

34 Alexander Road, Hopkinton, MA 01748 now has a new price of $789,900!

NEW PRICE! SELLER RELOCATING! CHARLESVIEW ESTATES ~Beautiful Updated Home, abutting conservation, peaceful privacy&views from Screened porch &Multi Decks to level LARGE backyard(3/4Acre lot). Open flow, w-Hardwood Flrs, French Drs, Detailed Moldings, Granite, QUARTZ &Custom tile work! Inviting Granite Steps w-Front&Side walkways. Gracious Front Entry. Enjoy your Eat-In GRANITE Kitchen w-DBLE.OVEN, Stainless Appls, UnderCabLites, Whitewashed Cabinetry-Brushed knobs, FountainFaucet,&Pantry..Step to your SCREENED PORCH! FRENCH DRS. to spacious LIV.Rm. open to the Bay window DIN.Rm w-Crn. Molding&Plate rail...

Posted on 06/04/2022

Video Tour - 9 Crown, Leominster, MA 01453

OH SUN.12-2pm. 6/5! PRE-APPROVED PLS. Great Locale! Neighbrhd setting-Close to all! Neat as a pin &with some Updates..this charming & convenient 2-Family is nestled back from street. UNIT#1 (First Flr.: 4 rms-2Br's. Heated by Gas FHA. Nice LR with HW Flrs., open to cheery White Kitchen w-5 Burner Stainless Elec.Range, Refrigerator, and inviting large Tiled flr. New Height Bathrm Vanity & toilet, with full Tub/Shower-Fiberglass & Tiled Flr. Linen Closet in Hallway, & Storage in Common back entry to Backyard & parking. Enjoy nice size 2-Bedrooms w-Ceil. Lights, engineered & Carpeted flooring. UNIT#2 (2nd.Flr:...

Posted on 06/04/2022

9 Crown, Leominster, MA 01453 is now new to the market!

OH SUN.12-2pm. 6/5! PRE-APPROVED PLS. Great Locale! Neighbrhd setting-Close to all! Neat as a pin &with some Updates..this charming & convenient 2-Family is nestled back from street. UNIT#1 (First Flr.: 4 rms-2Br's. Heated by Gas FHA. Nice LR with HW Flrs., open to cheery White Kitchen w-5 Burner Stainless Elec.Range, Refrigerator, and inviting large Tiled flr. New Height Bathrm Vanity & toilet, with full Tub/Shower-Fiberglass & Tiled Flr. Linen Closet in Hallway, & Storage in Common back entry to Backyard & parking. Enjoy nice size 2-Bedrooms w-Ceil. Lights, engineered & Carpeted flooring. UNIT#2 (2nd.Flr:...

Posted on 06/01/2022

Video Tour - 34 Alexander Road, Hopkinton, MA 01748

Lovely, renowned CHARLESVIEW ESTATES! Voted 1 of the best towns to live in! "Wonderful & much Updated" home abutting conservation, peaceful privacy, &wooded views from your Screened porch & Step down Deck to level large backyard(3/4Acre lot)! Open Floor Plan w-Hardwood Flrs, French Doors, Detailed Moldings, Granite, Quartz,&Custom tile work! Inviting Granite Steps w-Front & Side walkways. Gracious Front Entry w-French Doors to relaxing LIV.Rm. open to the Bay windowed Dining Rm w-Crn.Molding &Plate rail overlooking beautiful backyrd. Enjoy your Eat-In Granite Kitchen w-DBLE.OVEN, Stainless Appls, Whitewashed...

Posted on 06/01/2022

34 Alexander Road, Hopkinton, MA 01748 is now new to the market!

Lovely, renowned CHARLESVIEW ESTATES! Voted 1 of the best towns to live in! "Wonderful & much Updated" home abutting conservation, peaceful privacy, &wooded views from your Screened porch & Step down Deck to level large backyard(3/4Acre lot)! Open Floor Plan w-Hardwood Flrs, French Doors, Detailed Moldings, Granite, Quartz,&Custom tile work! Inviting Granite Steps w-Front & Side walkways. Gracious Front Entry w-French Doors to relaxing LIV.Rm. open to the Bay windowed Dining Rm w-Crn.Molding &Plate rail overlooking beautiful backyrd. Enjoy your Eat-In Granite Kitchen w-DBLE.OVEN, Stainless Appls, Whitewashed...

Posted on 05/24/2022

Video Tour - 35 Blossom Lane, Marlborough, MA 01752

LOVELY SPACIOUS RANCH in renowned area and neighborhood! Long time owner moving on. SOME NICE UPDATES with Inviting OPEN FLOOR PLAN. Bow windowed Fireplaced Living Rm.(HARDWOOD under carpet) to spacious Dining area of IMMACULATE LIGHT OAK CABINET Kitchen; Stainless Sink, GAS COOKTOP, NEW GAS WALL OVEN, Pantry w-ROLL OUT DRAWERS, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Rec.Lites. Enjoy the Dining area with slider to entertainment size VAULTED 4-Season Sun Room & backyard access! OAK HARDWOOD FLRS throughout most of house. STEP DOWN FRONT TO BACK FAMILY ROOM w/separate side entrance. PRIMARY BEDROOM with HARDWOOD FLR. & Pedestal 1/2 Bathrm! ...