Hilary W. Foutes REALTOR®'s Blog

Posted on 04/10/2022
The 4 Most Important Moving Supplies
To make any process more efficient, it’s important to have the right tools. For moving, whether it’s across the country or across the street, the right tools and supplies can make an enormous difference. Here are some tips for what you should have to make your move efficient and easy. Dollies There are two different types of dolly...
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Posted on 04/03/2022
DIY outdoor fireplaces: Brick, fuel & other considerations
Among the myriad options for illuminating and warming up your outdoor living space, the most cozy and luxurious are outdoor fireplaces. Brick, stone, concrete and other materials can be used to create stunning outdoor fire features in a wide range of design styles. For DIY-enthusiasts, the prospect of building an outdoor fireplace might be an attractive one. However,...
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Posted on 03/27/2022
Backyard Party: 3 Low-to-No-Contact Games for Your Outdoor Gathering
Have you ever gotten together with friends or family only to realize you don’t know what activities to engage in? Maybe you have a great outdoor space that’s primed and ready, but you just don’t know how to incorporate playful activities into it. Fret not. Here are 3 easygoing and low-to-no-contact games for you and your guests. Kickball...
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Posted on 03/20/2022
Pentas & More: Attract Pollinators Without Putting Your Pets at Risk
When planning an outdoor garden, many want to prioritize plants that attract and support local pollinators. Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds can add an enjoyable presence to your yard and help your plants and local ecosystem thrive. However, it's also important to protect and support your own animal friends. While many popular flowers and plants are toxic to dogs...
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Posted on 03/13/2022
What to know before you build a greenhouse
If you want to build a greenhouse at home, there are many things to consider first. Everything from building materials, style and intended use is worth planning carefully before you start. Here are some of the main things to consider before you build a greenhouse: What you’re planning to grow A greenhouse gives you the chance to grow...
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Posted on 03/06/2022
3 Tips for Growing Indoor Herbs
Are you a culinary adventurer? If so, you know how much fun it can be to experiment with herbs in your soups, sauces and casseroles. Better, it’s easy enough to step that flavor up by using fresh herbs picked straight from the garden. Many culinary herbs are easy to grow on a windowsill, and they’re only an arm’s...
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Posted on 03/30/2022
Video Tour - 25 Franklin Avenue, Swampscott, MA 01907
Turn the key and be wowed by this picture perfect treasure that has been renovated, updated, & expanded yet still has the charm & quality of craftsmanship you only get from a house of its era. Hardwood flooring, Crown Molding, bead board, China cabinet, French doors all work seamlessly with new materials like the Granite Kitchen, Stainless Steel appliances, Marvin windows, Plantation shutters, sliding deck doors,& so much more! 1st floor has an open layout feel between the living, dining & family rooms. 2nd floor has a skylit Master Bed plus Bath addition with cathedral ceilings & commanding palladium window. Expand on...
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Posted on 03/30/2022
Video Tour - 62 Pine Street, Swampscott, MA 01907
Charming Colonial with convenient access to Logan airport, Boston and walking distance to the Swampscott commuter rail, beaches and eateries. This owner has updated and put her own improvements where it counts most. Enjoy a new kitchen with Quartz countertops, honed granite undermount sink, new appliances, white cabinetry with contemporary hardware, custom backsplash and durable updated gray plank flooring. Both full and half bathrooms have been updated, hardwood floors throughout most of the house. The first floor features a kitchen with adjacent deck and access to the driveway, dining room, living room and family room (currently utilized...
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Posted on 03/30/2022
Video Tour - 62 Pine Street, Swampscott, MA 01907
Charming Colonial with convenient access to Logan airport, Boston and walking distance to the Swampscott commuter rail, beaches and eateries. This owner has updated and put her own improvements where it counts most. Enjoy a new kitchen with Quartz countertops, honed granite undermount sink, new appliances, white cabinetry with contemporary hardware, custom backsplash and durable updated gray plank flooring. Both full and half bathrooms have been updated, hardwood floors throughout most of the house. The first floor features a kitchen with adjacent deck and access to the driveway, dining room, living room and family room (currently utilized...
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Posted on 03/30/2022
Video Tour - 25 Franklin Avenue, Swampscott, MA 01907
Turn the key and be wowed by this picture perfect treasure that has been renovated, updated, & expanded yet still has the charm & quality of craftsmanship you only get from a house of its era. Hardwood flooring, Crown Molding, bead board, China cabinet, French doors all work seamlessly with new materials like the Granite Kitchen, Stainless Steel appliances, Marvin windows, Plantation shutters, sliding deck doors,& so much more! 1st floor has an open layout feel between the living, dining & family rooms. 2nd floor has a skylit Master Bed plus Bath addition with cathedral ceilings & commanding palladium window. Expand on...
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Posted on 03/30/2022
25 Franklin Avenue, Swampscott, MA 01907 is now new to the market!
Turn the key and be wowed by this picture perfect treasure that has been renovated, updated, & expanded yet still has the charm & quality of craftsmanship you only get from a house of its era. Hardwood flooring, Crown Molding, bead board, China cabinet, French doors all work seamlessly with new materials like the Granite Kitchen, Stainless Steel appliances, Marvin windows, Plantation shutters, sliding deck doors,& so much more! 1st floor has an open layout feel between the living, dining & family rooms. 2nd floor has a skylit Master Bed plus Bath addition with cathedral ceilings & commanding palladium window. Expand on...
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Posted on 03/30/2022
62 Pine Street, Swampscott, MA 01907 is now new to the market!
Charming Colonial with convenient access to Logan airport, Boston and walking distance to the Swampscott commuter rail, beaches and eateries. This owner has updated and put her own improvements where it counts most. Enjoy a new kitchen with Quartz countertops, honed granite undermount sink, new appliances, white cabinetry with contemporary hardware, custom backsplash and durable updated gray plank flooring. Both full and half bathrooms have been updated, hardwood floors throughout most of the house. The first floor features a kitchen with adjacent deck and access to the driveway, dining room, living room and family room (currently utilized...
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