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Posted on 11/30/2022

A homeowner's guide to dwelling coverage

Dwelling coverage, also called dwelling insurance, is part of every standard homeowners insurance policy. Dwelling coverage concerns the physical structure of your home, and can help you recoup financially if it’s damaged. While most homeowners insurance policies include dwelling coverage, it can be confusing to determine what sort of damaging events are covered. Here is a quick reference...

Coverage

Dwelling Coverage

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Posted on 11/23/2022

Mortgage basics: 15-year fixed mortgages

Prospective homebuyers and current homeowners know that a mortgage is likely to go hand-in-hand with your home, unless another arrangement has been made. However, there are many options available for those monthly mortgage payments, most commonly through 30-year fixed rate mortgages and 15-year fixed rate mortgages. Most know about the 30-year option, but what about the 15-year fixed...

Posted on 11/16/2022

How to choose the best house pet for your home & lifestyle

There are many factors to consider when trying to...

Family Pets

House Pets

Posted on 11/09/2022

3 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe in a Hurricane

Preparing for a hurricane requires knowing how to keep everyone in your home safe--including your pets. Having an emergency plan for your pets as well as the people in your household will help you stay calm and safe if a hurricane happens in your area. Here are some tips for keeping your pets safe during a hurricane: Set...

Emergency Preparedness

Home Safety

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Posted on 11/02/2022

Avoiding Epipremnum Aureum: Pet-Safe Trailing Plants for Your Houseplant Collection

For some pet owners, hanging plants in baskets is not...

Posted on 10/26/2022

Traditional home decor: The basics

In interior design, traditional home decor is considered a timeless staple. By emulating traditions of the past without pinpointing any specific era, traditional decor creates warm and welcoming atmospheres in any room. If you're interested in trying traditional style in your home, here is a guide to the basics. Characteristics of traditional interior design To make the best...

Color Scheme

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Posted on 11/29/2022

2478 Petersham Rd, Athol, MA 01331 now has a new price of $299,000!

Price reduced again ! The Post and Beam home needs work so bring your Energy to this property and make this your awesome equity building opportunity. The main house has Cathedral ceilings w/ exposed Chestnut Beams and wide hard pine floors.You will fall in Love with this (Thirteen) 13+- acre property ! (Very Affordable at this new price point) This early former farm site was chosen in the 19th Century for a reason. The land is generally level w/ Southwest exposure and has many garden areas. A spacious in law apartment provides added INCOME or a home office space with it's own detached extra deep garage. . Property is being sold as...

Posted on 11/29/2022

2478 Petersham Rd, Athol, MA 01331 is now new to the market!

Price reduced again ! The Post and Beam home needs work so bring your Energy to this property and make this your awesome equity building opportunity. The main house has Cathedral ceilings w/ exposed Chestnut Beams and wide hard pine floors.You will fall in Love with this (Thirteen) 13+- acre property ! (Very Affordable at this new price point) This early former farm site was chosen in the 19th Century for a reason. The land is generally level w/ Southwest exposure and has many garden areas. A spacious in law apartment provides added INCOME or a home office space with it's own detached extra deep garage. . Property is being sold as...

Posted on 11/25/2022

2478 Petersham Rd, Athol, MA 01331 now has a new price of $299,000!

Price reduced again ! The Post and Beam home needs work so bring your Energy to this property and make this your awesome equity building opportunity. The main house has Cathedral ceilings w/ exposed Chestnut Beams and wide hard pine floors.You will fall in Love with this 3+- acre property ! (Very Affordable at this new price point) This early former farm site was chosen in the 19th Century for a reason. The land is generally level w/ Southwest exposure and has many garden areas. A spacious in law apartment provides added INCOME or a home office space with it's own detached extra deep garage. . Property is being sold as is with lots...

Posted on 11/02/2022

260 Pleasant St, Athol, MA 01331 now has a new price of $265,000!

WOW !! ...A tremendous price reduction enables you to Enjoy the Farmhouse Charm in Uptown Athol on Pleasant Street . What a GREAT PLACE to be on this real Farmer's Porch with a Westerly Exposure to enjoy the evening Sun ! Built in 1915 this home has that solid feel of classic hardwood floors, wainscoting, baseboards, window & door trim . The Classic American staircase with Massive Newel Post and ornamental spindle balusters to the 2nd floor complement the strong comfortable feel of this home..The Wainscoated Den provides a cozy place to watch TV or read. Detached extra deep 2-4 car Garage provides a workshop space. This home is...

Posted on 10/22/2022

Another Property Sold - 6 & 19 Samuel Dr, Phillipston, MA 01331

When do you have the opportunity to own a Waterfront Boathouse, a year round 4 bedroom house and a Waterfront Sauna cabin on Queen Lake LOOKING straight down the Lake ? Sandy &People friendly Beachfront access to the Water for Swimming, Sailing and Motorboating ! Living at this year round home is like being on vacation all year. Very Recent 5 bedroom septic system. Drive Under Garage that could be more living space...Interior Photos are forthcoming. Don't miss this chance to beat ever rising Waterfront...

Posted on 10/21/2022

32 Depot Road, Templeton, MA 01468 is now new to the market!

Convenient Country Location with a Great Yard and 2 car extra deep garage just 1 mile to Rt 2 ! This 2 family has a recent roof and recent heating systems. A spectacular back yard flat, grassy and usable...