Top Renovations for your Boston Home

It's hard to believe with all the recent snow, but, SPRING is just around the corner! There is no better time to focus on home renovation than springtime in Boston, MA. The weather is (hopefully) milder in spring so renovation doesn't seem so daunting. Many of us also have tax refunds that we can put to good use and invest back into our homes. Springtime may be your best bet for home renovation in your Boston, MA home. Not all home improvement projects are created equal, only some will boost your home’s value.  Here is a list from MSN Real Estate of the most popular home updates that will boost your Boston Home’s value. 

1. Paint. The quickest and cheapest way to make a home fresh again.
2.  Backsplash. A relatively quick and inexpensive way to add some life to your kitchen.
3. Bathroom vanity. The bathroom comes second to the most important room for buyers. A new vanity will instantly give a facelift to an aging room.
4. Energy Saving Thermostat. Save on energy bills with a thermostat that learns your habits and only heats/cools when you are home.
5. Landscaping.  Don’t underestimate the exterior of your home. If you don’t have a green thumb, hire a professional.

I hope you can invest into your Boston home with one of these projects. When it comes time to sell your Boston Home and buy new please look for a professional, someone well-versed in all aspects of the sale process. From strategic marketing, and negotiation, a qualified professional is a home seller's best asset. Your satisfaction is the key to my success. Don't sell your home without the help of an experienced agent. Contact a Boston real estate agent when you are ready. I look forward to hearing from you!

Lucas Garofalo

Keller Williams Realty

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Lucas@LucasBostonHomes.com

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Boston, MA – Sell Your Home this Spring

February is halfway over and before we know it spring will be here too. Along with the spring weather also comes the spring market – easily the busiest time of year in Boston, MA real estate. If you are looking to sell your Boston, MA home this spring, now is the time to start preparation. There is of course plenty to do to stage your home on the inside, but, don’t forget about the outside. Here is a list of several projects you can get started on soon.

Deck maintenance. Give your deck a face-lift by cleaning and re-staining it. An oxygen-bleach wood cleaner does the job well and won’t harm your plants around the deck. After a good rinse and dry it’s ready to stain. We all know curb appeal is important and that goes for the back of the house too so don’t neglect your deck. 
 
Paint patio furniture. Soon it will be warm enough for outdoor living and we want to remind your possible Boston, MA homebuyers of the possibilities of outdoor living for your home. Clean and arrange your furniture and re-paint any metal lawn furniture that needs it. 
 
Shampoo the rugs and curtains. Every home deserves a good spring cleaning, especially if you have your home on the real estate market. Now is a great time to either have the pro’s tackle the job or rent a DIY carpet cleaner to do the job yourself.

If you are concerned about entering the market, have no fear – a Boston real estate agent is your best asset to accomplish your real estate goals and more. If you’d like to dramatically increase the chances that your home sells, you should list your home with a Boston expert. As a real estate professional, I am an expert in our area and will know exactly what needs to be done to get your home sold quickly and for top dollar. Make your home selling experience an educated one. Please contact a Boston real estate agent today to start the process.

Lucas Garofalo

Keller Williams Realty

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Lucas@LucasBostonHomes.com

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Is it Time to Sell Your Boston Home?

If you are on the fence and wondering if now would be a good time to sell your Boston home, you are not alone. The best time to sell anything is when demand is high and the supply of that item is limited. Is this the case for the Boston real estate market? The last two major reports issued by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) revealed information that suggests that now continues to be a great time to sell your Boston home.

It appears that the housing crisis is finally behind us as the real estate market moves to a complete recovery. Home values are up and home sales are up. It seems that 2017 will be the year that the housing market races forward again.  However, there is one thing that may cause the industry to tap the brakes: a lack of housing inventory. While Boston home buyer demand looks like it will remain strong throughout the winter, supply is not keeping up.

The essential point - If you are thinking of selling, now may be the time. Demand for your house will be strong at a time when there is very little competition. That could lead to a quick sale for a good price.

If you are concerned about entering the market, have no fear – a Boston real estate agent is your best asset to accomplish your real estate goals and more. If you’d like to dramatically increase the chances that your home sells, you should list your home with a Boston expert. As a real estate professional, I am an expert in our area and will know exactly what needs to be done to get your home sold quickly and for top dollar. Make your home selling experience an educated one. Please contact a Boston real estate agent today to start the process.

Lucas Garofalo

Keller Williams Realty

(617) 861-3631

Lucas@LucasBostonHomes.com

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