Stephanie Jones' Blog

Posted on 01/27/2021

Image by Mudassar Iqbal from Pixabay Construction of affordable starter homes is failing to keep pace with the number of first-time house hunters. At the same time, more homeowners are resisting the siren song of selling to these potential buyers in order to move up or downsize. It's a trend called "rising tenure length." Owners are staying put....

Home Seller

Housing Market

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Posted on 01/20/2021

When Your HOA Switches Property Management Companies

Image by allPhoto Bangkok from Pixabay In a perfect world, every HOA would find an amazing property management company, and the union of the two organizations would last forever. Unfortunately, this world can be imperfect sometimes, and there are many reasons why the agreements between property management companies and HOAs may need to be dissolved from time to...

Posted on 01/19/2021

Andover, MA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Andover, MA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 01/13/2021

Real Estate Investment: What It Is and How To Get Started

Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay While real estate has ups and downs, it has generally been a good long-term investment. Owning a home is one way of investing, but to really take advantage, you can buy property that you won’t necessarily occupy but will make you some money. How Real Estate Makes Money There are two basic...

General Finance

Real Estate Investing Tips

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Posted on 01/06/2021

How to Transform Your Room in a Day

Photo by Dominika Roseclay via Pexels Giving your space a much-needed makeover doesn't have to take a lot of time or money. Whether you want to recreate the space for a party, prepare for a sale, or simply make an old room look new, here's a solution for you. Use these tips to completely transform your room in...

Posted on 01/05/2021

Video Tour - 27 A Bayns Hill Road, Boxford, MA 01921

A custom estate built on over 9 acres of wooded, secluded land with 200+ ft of frontage on Stiles Pond w/ dock. Main home and accessory apartment provide room for the extended family in over 7500 sq ft of living space. Step into the custom kitchen with soapstone counters and center island & enjoy views of Boston skyline day and night. Home boasts high ceilings & wood floors throughout. Two offices make the perfect setup for remote working and/or learning. Luxurious master suite with vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, dual heated walk-in closets & laundry, spacious bath and spectacular Boston view offers the perfect end of day...

Posted on 01/05/2021

27 A Bayns Hill Road, Boxford, MA 01921 is now new to the market!

A custom estate built on over 9 acres of wooded, secluded land with 200+ ft of frontage on Stiles Pond w/ dock. Main home and accessory apartment provide room for the extended family in over 7500 sq ft of living space. Step into the custom kitchen with soapstone counters and center island & enjoy views of Boston skyline day and night. Home boasts high ceilings & wood floors throughout. Two offices make the perfect setup for remote working and/or learning. Luxurious master suite with vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, dual heated walk-in closets & laundry, spacious bath and spectacular Boston view offers the perfect end of day...

Posted on 01/03/2021

North Andover, MA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view North Andover, MA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/30/2020

Severe Weather Damage & Homeowners Insurance

Photo by Peter from Pexels When everyday people take out a homeowners' insurance policy, there is an expectation that you enjoy secure coverage in the event of a loss. That sigh of relief many people experience when signing off on a policy may be an illusion, to some extent. That’s because not every severe weather event is covered...

Posted on 12/23/2020

Why It's Critical to Shop for Mortgage Rates

Photo by Nattanan Kanchanaprat via Pixabay Of course, you want to stay within your budget when buying a house. You certainly want value for your dollar. But a buyer should never lose sight of the fact what they truly desire is getting the home they want and that fits their needs. To that end, potential buyers may put...

Posted on 12/19/2020

Andover, MA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Andover, MA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/16/2020

First Steps for New Homebuyers

Photo by KML from Pexels Buying your first home is exciting and you will spend a lot of time working with your real estate agent. However, before you begin searching for the right agent, here are some helpful hints to help you get started off on the right foot and make sure you are ready to purchase a...