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I'll be holding an Open House at 25 Rolling Lane in Wayland on Sunday, January 15th, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.  Come by and check out this beautiful home, located on an extremely desirable cul-de-sac.

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And if you're thinking of selling your Wayland home, get a Wayland MA Market Analysis.  Your home could be worth more than you think.

I'll be holding an Open House this Sunday, August 21st, in Winchester at 189 Cambridge Street from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.  This house is truly a hidden gem in Winchester, much larger than it appears from the street, as evidenced by this aerial photo:

More info on this beautiful Winchester home for sale.  Wonderful open concept floor plan, finished lower level, sunroom, pool and jacuzzi, central air, amazing landscaping, and so much more.  This is the perfect home for the first-time homebuyer trying to move into Winchester, as well as somebody looking to downsize and stay in town.

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Thinking of selling your Winchester MA home?  Receive a free, no obligation market analysis.  Your Winchester home could be worth more than you think.

Open House scheduled Sunday August 14th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

More info on 243 Main Street (Unit D12), Reading MA.  If you're a first-time home buyer, you can own this home for MUCH less than rent.  Stop by, and take the first step towards firing your landlord.

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Thinking of selling your Reading home?  Get a free market analysis and find out your Reading home's value in today's market.

Few communities in Massachusetts evoke the sense of history that the beautiful town of Lexington does.  Most of us, of course, know that the Battle of Lexington was the first battle of the American Revolutionary War.  For me, the connection runs deep, as I am descended from Dr Joseph Warren, who sent Paul Revere on his famed midnight ride and later died heroically at the Battle of Bunker Hill.

Indeed, there are many wonderful reminders of our historical heritage to be found in Lexington.  But residents of Lexington MA know it today as much for its wonderful downtown (with its great selection of small shops, art galleries, and diverse restaurants) as well as for its great school system and wonderful tree-lined neighborhoods.

Many people covet a home in Lexington.  And the real estate market in Lexington is healthy, with a nice mix of condos and single family homes.  Whatever your housing needs, my website is a great resource for homes for sale in Lexington MA.  You can search single family home for sale in Lexington, while those interested in buying a Lexington condo or townhouse will find them all conveniently listed.  Whether you're a first-time homebuyer just out of college or a seasoned homeowner ready to move up to your dream home, the Lexington real estate market has what you are looking for.

If you're thinking of selling your Lexington home, you can request a Free, No-Obligation Market Analysis.  You might be pleasantly surprised to find out just how much your Lexington home is worth in today's market.

In a story that sounds like I made it up - the founder of the For Sale By Owner (FSBO) site ForSaleByOwner.com has sold his own home - with the help of a traditional real estate agent.

The story can be found HERE.

From the story:

Founder and former CEO of ForSalebyOwner.com, Colby Sambrotto listed his 2,000 square foot New York condominium on his own through online classified ads and FSBO sites, but after six months, he opted to hire New York broker Jesse Buckler who immediately advised a price change as the listing was not attracting the right buyer.

After giving up on the DIY route, Sambrotto’s decision to hire a broker led to attracting multiple offers, closing for $150,000 over the original asking price. The Wall Street Journal reports the listing sold for $2.15 million including a 6% commission.

As a full-time experienced REALTOR, I can tell you that I am not in the least bit surprised.  Studies consistently show that agent-listed homes sell for anywhere from 12%-17% higher than comparable FSBO homes in the same market, much more than the average 5% that a seller is trying to save by going the FSBO route.

In fact, this one bedroom condo at Melrose Towers I sold recently was a FSBO for over six months.  I spoke to the owner several times and he finally agreed to list it with me.  The night we signed the paperwork he told me the absolute bottom line he needed to get after all other expenses.  I listed it for the exact price he was advertising it at, and we got an offer 4 days after I listed it, for $500 over the asking price.  It closed about six weeks later.  When all was said and done, the seller walked away from the closing table with $6,000 more than the bottom line number he had given me, even after paying a 5% commission.

I'm pretty sure he does not regret his decision. 

If you're thinking of selling your home in MA, contact me for a free no obligation Market Analysis.  Go ahead and save yourself months of aggravation, and net more in your pocket at the closing.