Image by savannaholson0 from Pixabay There are many people who are looking for new and inventive ways to decorate their home. In order to get the most out of this process, it is important to pay attention to detail. The doorknobs are a commonly overlooked source of decoration. One of the ways to add a little bit of...

Photo by Curtis Adams from Pexels Zombie properties are homes that have been visibly abandoned but actual ownership has not. The term became popular in the housing industry during the 2007-08 housing crisis when people being unable to make their mortgage payments reached a catastrophic point. According to ATTOM Data Solutions, a firm that tracks different types of...

Great interior design is more than choosing the right furniture. There are many factors that go into making an indoor space look its best. While it might seem complex at first, it’s easy to create room designs to rival any professional in the industry as long as you know the basics. Here we’ll go over some tips from...

Composting is the act of taking food scraps and yard waste in order to feed the soil and create a more nutritious blend for any plants that you are growing in your home. It's a concept that has many benefits. Not only does composting help you to grow a healthy and nutritious garden, but it also helps reduce...

Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh from Pexels Owning a vacation home is a popular goal among homeowners. Whether the intent is to rent it out for additional income or to use it as your own private getaway, there are financial aspects of owning a vacation home that are important to consider. Vacation home purchases are expensive up front...

If you’re new to working from home, it can be an enormous adjustment. Schedules, routines and environments are completely different even if you’re in the most familiar place of all. However, even for those with lots of WFH experience it’s easy to feel burned out. If you’re looking to start working from home the best way possible or...

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay Purchasing a new home is an exciting and life-changing event. While you likely know that you'll need to be able to afford to pay your mortgage each month, there might be other expenses that you aren't as familiar with. 1. Maintenance Costs It makes sense that you'd need to include money to...

Image by Jojje from Shutterstock Many people own homes through a mortgage agreement. Traditional mortgages are primarily fully amortized or gradually paid off with regular payments over the lifetime of the loan. Each payment contributes to both the principal and the interest. A balloon mortgage is a short-term home loan with fixed-rate monthly payments that only take care...

Live with blue skies, mature trees, intricate stone walls, steps and pathways to a hidden gem sited upon a DOUBLE LOT so close to the Swampscott/Lynn town lines. Minutes to the sandy North Shore beaches or stroll down the hill to the Swampscott train station for an easy commute to Boston. This 3 bedroom home is so unique and special. 3rd floor is an open concept loft feel with great views and a large half bathroom that could be made into a full.. 2nd floor has 2 bedrooms and a bump out space that all share a full bathroom. 1st floor has living room, dining room, kitchen, two sun rooms, one is a 3season and the other four season heated space....

The wait is over! This house has it all...location, curb appeal, condition and room offerings. The interior and exterior living & entertaining spaces are too numerous to mention. Situated on a corner end lot with abutting conservation land on a quaint street with only 3 other houses. The moment you enter you will want to kick your feet up and never go back to the office. This home has so many options including an in-law/au pair suite option with a 1st floor bedroom, full bath & large family room with sliders to the paver patio & back yard. The main floor features LR, DR, FR, KIT plus. Laundry, full and 1/2 baths with access to...

Live near it all! Be part of the heart of Salem where you can shop, dine, visit, and view the water all practically a stone's throw from your front porch! This two bedroom condominium has an open concept layout with a eat in kitchen island, granite countertops, tiled backsplash, pendant and recessed lighting, hardwood flooring and combination pantry / laundry space conveniently located off of the kitchen. The open living/family room will fit a large sectional and all your media needs. Two bedrooms with hardwood flooring and corner views. The master bedroom has a double closet and renovated attached full bathroom. THe guest bathroom is...

Live with blue skies, mature trees, intricate stone walls, steps and pathways to a hidden gem sited upon a DOUBLE LOT so close to the Swampscott/Lynn town lines. Minutes to the sandy North Shore beaches or stroll down the hill to the Swampscott train station for an easy commute to Boston. This 3 bedroom home is so unique and special. 3rd floor is an open concept loft feel with great views and a large half bathroom that could be made into a full.. 2nd floor has 2 bedrooms and a bump out space that all share a full bathroom. 1st floor has living room, dining room, kitchen, two sun rooms, one is a 3season and the other four season heated space....