9/13/18 9/13/18

Fall Home Checklist

No, Game of Thrones hasn't returned - that's sometime in 2019. And it's not truly fall yet - that's September 22 - but it is close enough to think about the simple fall maintenance items you can check off to protect your home and save money in the long run.

Get Your Head in the Gutter

Or pay someone to do it. Either way, don't neglect your gutters this fall. Whether you get ahead before the leaves fall and have mesh guards installed or if you do an annual clean out after the leaves are done. Make you won't have any drainage issues as frozen gutters can be costly. Also, ideally make sure all downspouts run about 10 ft away from your foundation.

Semi-annual HVAC Inspection

Twice a year it's good to have your HVAC system inspected and maintained, though you can get away with doing it once if you want to save a few bucks. If you haven't had your heating system checked in a while, do it before you start running it a lot this winter. This is usually under $100.

Inspect Your Roof

Take a step back in the yard and survey your roof. Look for rusty exposed metal, dislodged or missing shingles, tears, moss, etc. You'll have water sitting on top of your house for weeks at a time this winter. If there's a hole, it will find its way in and start causing damage.

Check the Chimney

This one is important. Every year or every 2 years, you should really have your chimney cleaned and inspected. A failing or clogged chimney could be incredibly dangerous. This inspection should also cost less than $100.

Winterize Early

Typically you won't use your outdoor faucets very much in the fall, so disconnect the hoses, drain them both, and shut them off before the weather gets cold. It's always nice to have some winterization done early. The same goes for your irrigation system.

7/30/18 7/30/18

15 Summer St #307, Franklin, MA

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$330,000

2 beds - 2 baths - 1,328 sq. ft.

MLSPIN #: 72368467View on Google MapsCarefully thought out single level floor plan featuring high ceilings, tasteful finishes, and loads of closet space! You'll enjoy spending time in the spacious well-appointed kitchen with large island. In need of solitude, you'll find it in your master suite or private balcony. Building features garage parking and elevator. Condo fee INCLUDES heat, hot and cold water, & sewerage. Franklin Commons is located within Franklin Center; walk to train, banks, post office, and restaurants.Pictures are of past model home, this property has the same layout and similar finishes. Seller has never occupied. Tenant is vacating on Aug 30th.

Floor Plan

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Community

Name: Franklin Center CommonsYear Built/Converted: 2008Total Units: 27Parking: 1 garage space, 1 outdoor

Utilities

Cooking: ElectricHeating: Forced air, natural gasCooling: Central airWater: City/townSewer: City/town

Estimated Costs

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5/18/18 5/18/18

A Quick Spring Checklist

Maintenance makes a difference! As much of a pain as it can be at times, some small maintenance items can save you quite a bit of money. Here are five things to accomplish this spring:

Get your HVAC serviced.

HVAC repairs can get expensive quick so having your system cleaned and serviced yearly before you run the A/C all summer can make a difference! Usually this will only run you about $75-100. At the VERY LEAST make sure you change the filter and clean your condenser. Hose it off, use a shop-vac to clean out the coils, and make sure there isn't any dirt or plants up against it. These things will trap moisture and cause the unit to deteriorate.

Clean your window weep holes.

What's a weep hole? At the base of your window on the outside, you'll see small holes or slits (like this). Make sure they are clear, use a small pick to clean them out if necessary. These weep holes allow your window to drain any water that may have seeped in which could lead to rotting if it stays trapped.

Seal cracks and check for rotted wood.

After the winter your home and driveway has likely suffered some frost damage. Take a walk around with an acrylic caulking gun and reseal any cracks or gaps you may see on the outside of your home. And if any of the wood appears to be rotten then it would be good to replace it. Also, check your driveway... Have any major cracks sealed to prevent further deterioration. No one wants to repave their driveway if they don't have to!

Clean your dryer vents!

These last two items are important safety concerns. Make sure to clean out your dryer vents both from the inside and outside of your home. You'll be surprised how much lint makes it passed your filter and a clog can lead to a greatly increased risk of fire.

Test your smoke & CO detectors!

We say this a lot, but it can not be stressed enough! Make sure your detectors work, have fresh batteries, and are not expired. A small chore like this can quite literally save your life. A good rule of thumb is to do this every time you change the clocks back or forward.

5/9/18 5/9/18

728 Auburn St G2, Whitman, MA

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$230,000

2 beds - 1.5 baths - 1,156 sq. ft.

MLSPIN #: Coming SoonView on Google MapsA great opportunity to buy a move-in ready town home in historic Whitman, MA! This two bedroom condo has new flooring, fresh paint and a recently replaced water heater. A home perfect for anyone looking for the low-maintenance lifestyle that comes with condo living. Enjoy the summer months barbecuing on your private back deck overlooking the woods, and in the winter, build a warm fire in your wood-burning fireplace and cozy up while watching a good movie. Call today to be first in line to see it for yourself!