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Celebrating over 30 years of service to our valued clients! Pam Roberts, Broker/Owner, CBR® CRB, CRS, GRI 441-9681 Tiffany Roberts, Broker/Owner, ABR, CBR, e-PRO 822-5369 Marie Bourassa 212-6174 Stacy Chojnowski 281-2569
Barbara K. Greenfeld, Broker/Associate, ABR, C-CREC, GREEN, SRES, RSPS, CRS 441-5986 Jane Kavanau 281-6903 Anne Meczywor, Broker/Associate, CRS, MRP, CBR, SRS, RSPS 446-2179 Bonnie Parsons, Associate Broker, GREEN® 617-719-4387
Nicholas Sereda 441-0694 Mark Parsons 822-4169 Mary Tyer Kelly 243-0492 Brian Wright 822-3830 Molly Thomas 441-3899
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LENOX STOCKBRIDGE
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Warm and welcoming historic Colonial featuring 3800+ sq. ft. in the center of Stockbridge. This grand yet cozy home offers plenty of space for gracious entertaining with a formal living room, dining room, parlor and a large eat-in country kitchen. Accommodate family and friends with 5 generous bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. Finished third floor with a game/ media room as well as plenty of storage and a bonus room. Enjoy the extensive lawn and outdoor space from the large screened in porch - rare to a village home. A private tranquil site with an easy stroll into town and abutting protected properties with maintained nature trails. Fueled by natural gas with many recent improvements including new roof and exterior paint. This is a must see property!! $774,900/R2749
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Private Lenox Retreat! Looking for a flexible floor plan? What a great opportunity! Main house offers updated baths, newly redone kitchen, wood floors, built-ins, two bedrooms and three full baths; connected via heated sun room and office enter the fully equipped ‘‘guest’’ side with living, kitchen, two additional bedrooms, two additional full baths. Full and separate basements. Over five acres with total privacy for your country retreat! Close to Cranwell, Canyon Ranch, Tanglewood! $849,900/R2737
RICHMOND
LENOX
Magical Richmond spot. One-level living, spacious master suite with steam shower, jet tub, acreage, privacy, barn/workshop, gardener’s delight! Contemporary ranch features living room with fireplace, hardwood throughout, updated kitchen, heated yearround sun room, central a/c, private rear deck, inviting Goshen stone patio. Venture up the winding driveway to your slice of paradise! $695,000/R2829
Fabulous opportunity in bustling downtown Lenox! Private offstreet parking lot accompanies this 2700+ square foot retail building with expansion potential! Constructed in 2000 - natural gas/ central a/c designed to accommodate a second story if needed. Turn key retail space or customize. There is a bath with shower, a half bath and a kitchenette in place! High visibility location.. $695,000/B2902
48 Housatonic St., Lenox • 413-637-4200 www.berkshirehouses.com pcltd@roadrunner.com
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STOCKBRIDGE
LENOX Cliffwood Street opportunity – first time offered, this four bedroom and 3.5 bath split level is close to town, Tanglewood and Kennedy Park. Great floor plan for year-round or vacation home. A bonus is the lower level in-law/guest apartment with its own private entrance. $479,900/R2922
Sited at the end of a cul-de-sac this move-in ready contemporary cape is a must-see! Open plan with fireplaced living, updated kitchen, dining that opens to large deck. First floor bedroom/full bath and laundry. Second floortwo additional bedrooms/full bath and open loft area. This private sanctuary of 3.5 acres includes attached garage, large storage shed and circular drive with perennial gardens. Less than ten minutes to Tanglewood and Stockbridge Bowl! $489,000/R2899
LENOX
Country living with westerly views from your 5.9 acre parcel! Tasteful renovation retained period details with today’s conveniences! First floor master/full bath, kitchen with quartz counters and stainless appliances. Open staircase to 2-3 additional bedrooms. Slider to a spacious rear deck. Large sun porch, updated mechanical systems, detached garage. Surrounded by a protected 48+ acre parcel for privacy! $309,000/R2915
New England Farmhouse in Lenox! Nicely updated kitchen/ baths with Kohler fixtures. Wood floors. Open living/dining and family rm. Spacious master bdrm with laundry hook-up in the walk-in closet and den. Two additional bedrooms. Replacement windows. Yard, Goshen stone patio, deck, and fire pit. Private and close to town. Historic ties to the town and architectural details make this home special. $375,000/R2911
LENOX
BECKET
This charming, 617 square foot commercial building is located in the heart of the village. Perfect spot for a professional office with inviting front porch and parking in the rear. Town water/sewer, natural gas heat and on the bus line. $249,000/B2813
Wonderful vacation retreat or year-round home. Beautiful wood paneling throughout the first, second and basement levels. Screened in back porch. Shed with electricity. Wells Road location is within walking distance of Lake and Sherwood Shoppe, A Country General Store. $159,000/R2914
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DALTON
Fabulous home set on 3 1/2 acres. Expansive grounds include a
Beautifully maintained Dalton colonial! First floor - hardwood flrs, spacious eat-in kitchen with island, formal dining/living/family family rooms w fireplace, 1.5 baths, laundry. Second floor - four bdrms/two baths (master recently updated). Lower level mostly finished walk-out. Natural gas heat (five zones) and central a/c. Attached two car garage. Landscaping, lg private rear deck and storage shed. $364,500/R2875
fieldstone fplc, dining platform and bunkhouse style building. Meticulous ranch home with 2-car garage, 3 bdrms/2ba, stone fplc
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and retro-cool rec rm with a built-in stone bar. $264,000/R2894
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NORTH ADAMS
NORTH ADAMS
PITTSFIELD
Beautiful mid 1800s Victorian Painted Lady with large yard and private back deck. Newly refinished Quarter-sewn Oak wood flooring. Hand carved woodwork, 2 fireplaces with beautiful mantels, unique brass kitchen ceiling. Three levels of spacious, bright living with plenty of closets/ storage! Walk to downtown, Mass MoCA, library, and much more! Welcoming front porch. Spacious barn with loft for your work area or hobbies. Wonderful B&B potential and artist’s dream! $244,900/R2889
Enjoy one level living in this 3 bdrm ranch with 1/2 acre of beautiful mountain backdrop. Open plan with sliding doors to a private deck. Gazebo with screened windows. 2 car garage with added storage. Little TLC and this home will be just right! Minutes from downtown North Adams, Mass MoCA and Windsor lake. $165,000/R2921
Charming cape close to Allendale elementary. First floor master bedroom with full bath and laundry. Fireplaced living room, dining room, a second first floor bedroom. Spacious attached garage with front and rear yard access. Large over-sized sunny corner lot - great for picnics, gardening and more! $174,900/R2898
PITTSFIELD
LANESBORO
PITTSFIELD
Large paved drive and off-street parking in the rear. One bedroom units. Separate utilities. (gas or electric heat - three natural gas hot water (two less than a year old). The upstairs apartment is recently updated with newer kitchen, counter, cabinets, carpet. $79,000/R2917
First time offered, the historic St. Luke’s Old Stone Church dates from 1836. High visibility location! Consider the possibilities. A seasonally used sanctuary without heating, water or waste systems.
Please call for details on this unique offering. $149,900/R2888
Great business opportunity for someone looking for an abundance of warehouse space. Over 15,000 square feet. Loading docks. Think outside the box. Located next to a railroad track and parallel to Dalton Ave. Prime location. $499,900/B2908.
48 Housatonic St., Lenox • 413-637-4200 www.berkshirehouses.com • pcltd@roadrunner.com
CONDO OPPORTUNITIES THROUGHOUT THE BERKSHIRES FAIRWYNDS - LENOX Looking to have it all? A rather short walk will get you to the outdoor pool, the tennis courts, the first tee for a round of golf, Sloane’s Tavern restaurant and the world class Spa. This stand alone condo features an eat-in kitchen, a large great room with gas fireplace and sliders out to the open deck (overlooking the 4th hole), a den with built-in cabinetry, a guest powder room plus the master bedroom complete with two large closets and a bath including a jet tub, separate shower, separate toilet area and two vanities. Upstairs features two more bedrooms sharing a full bath plus a loft for an office. $849,999/C2872
COLDBROOKE – LENOX
LAKECREST – PITTSFIELD
WINDEN HILL
Take in the sunsets and views of Lily Pond from your private deck. Two bedrooms, each with private bath, den with French doors serv es as a bonus sleeping space. Central a/c, natural gas heat, and fireplace. $474,500/C2778
CHURCHILL CREST – PITTSFIELD
Clubhouse with exercise area/activity room. Tennis courts (including a pickle ball court), pool, lake. Dock/mooring area. Lovely get-a-way place in the Berkshires. Large great room w/fireplace and dining area. Extended deck with views of lake. Fully applianced kitchen. First Floor master bedroom/bath and 2nd bedroom/bath. Two bedrooms upstairs w/full bath, storage space. Partially finished basement with game area, laundry/separate utility. Attached one-car garage. $439,000/ C2855
Lovely 2 Bedroom Condo, both bedrooms on first floor, fireplace in living room, central air, finished basement with full bath and attached garage. $160,000/C2928
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Paired villa offers the ease of one-level living! Fireplaced living rm opens to delightful screened porch/ patio. Updated kitchen with granite/ stainless. Generously proportioned master suite. Second flr – Add’l two bdrms/full bath and open loft sitting area. Natural gas heat, central a/c, Coldbrooke adjoins the Cranwell/ Miraval golf, restaurant and spa complex. Close to downtown Lenox and all area attractions! $599,500/ C2927
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Celebrating over 30 years of service to our valued clients! 48 Housatonic St., Lenox • 413-637-4200 www.berkshirehouses.com • pcltd@roadrunner.com
CONDO OPPORTUNITIES THROUGHOUT THE BERKSHIRES CONDOS IN ALL PRICES AT OCTOBER MT. VILLAGES! OCTOBER MT. – LEE Enjoy community pool, har-tru tennis in the October Mountain Village Condo community. Private setting with woods and open This townhouse condo features open views! Three bedrooms and three full kitchen, three bedrooms, two full baths baths! The lower level is fully finished and a large open rear deck. Inviting front with sliders to a walk-out for extra guest porch with woody views makes this a space. Enclosed rear private setting in the long-established porch provides seasonal October Mountain complex. Enjoy space for dining, community pool, tennis and convenience relaxing and taking in to shopping and all the area attractions. nature while sheltered $229,900/C2830 from the elements! $219,000/C2800
THREE FLOOR PLAN CHOICES! First Floor 2 br/2ba with updated baths.$189,900/C2833
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Upper 2br/2ba end unit, meadow views, high ceilings. $163,500/C2820
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Tanglewood corner unit with extra den, bamboo flrs, fplc, kitchen with quartz counters. $279,900/C2891
BERKSHIRE COUNTRY MEADOWS Be in your new home for spring!! Berkshire Country Meadows condominium offers one level living with its 2000 sf floor plan and expansion potential. Finished with three bedrooms, two baths, open floor plan including with vaulted ceiling in the great room. Central a/c, natural gas, on-site pool, tennis and clubhouse. Premier corner lot with year-round mountain views. Need more space? Walk-out lower level can be custom finished for additional living space. Compare for value with low HOA fees, years of maintenance-free living. Minutes to Pontoosuc Lake, area skiing, summer cultural attractions! $529,000 C2929
338 South St., Pittsfield, MA www.berkshirecountyrealty.com
James McRory
Office: (413) 499-0991
441-2898 195 Onota St, Pittsfield.
87 Wahconah St, Pittsfield. Completing total rehab. Full liquor license. Great restaurant/ lounge location. Near hospital & ballpark.
Crossroads bar/ restaurant. Owner retiring.Established business for over 40 years. Possible owner financing.
Call Jim
Yarmouth St, Pittsfield. Land - 45 acres.
$395,000
Call Jim
390 Fenn Street, Pittsfield, MA
Possible owner financing
Specialty Items Including: Pianos • Safes • Medical Equipment
Former Mazzeo's/Jae's. Total renovation 2016. Turnkey restaurant. Full liquor license. Visit our website for interior photos. Motivated Seller - Buy or Lease!
PRICE REDUCED!
Commercial and Residential Climate Controlled Storage
Celebrating Over Celebrating Business! 40 Years in Business!
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535 Tyler Street, Pittsfield, MA
Former NAPA Auto Parts. 10,000 sq. ft. Large parking lot. Will sub divide. or sale after lease
Lease
Single Item or Entire Contents of Home
7 Winter Street, Pittsfield, MA
Land - 45 acres. Legal frontage, utilities to site. Possible owner financing.
$100,000
Full Service Local, Long Distance Residential and Commercial Moving
Call Jim
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Former dog grooming shop. 1st floor - office/ retail. 2nd floor apt.
PRICE REDUCED $74,000
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LAND RICHMOND
TYRINGHAM
Build your dream home on this beautiful pastoral lot. It is south facing - perfect for solar. A seasonal brook runs along the edge of the property. Set on a peaceful country road in the sought after Richmond school district. Just minutes away from Tanglewood and all the Berkshire attractions. $199,000/L2856
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Build your dream home on a quiet Tyringham cul-de-sac. All home sites are at least 5 acres ensuring maximum privacy for all. Minutes to Lee and Monterey, but the serenity will make you think you are miles away from it all! $139,900/L2832
Build your dream home on this tranquil wooded setting, intermittent stream and spring, mixed mature hardwoods located at the base of Mount Greylock State Reservation. This land is partially cleared, has passed perc testing, an approved 4 bedroom septic design and is fully surveyed. $54,900/L2906
RICHMOND
NORTH ADAMS
BECKET
BECKET
Two building lots offered as a package. Open meadow settings of 2.03 and 2.49 acres make for one large estate lot or keep as stand alone lots. $140,000 for both!/L2303
Scenic road across from Mt. Greylock State Reservation. Partially cleared, previously perced. This 1.6 acre building lot can be purchased individually or offered with one or two additional adjoining lots. Each lot $47,900. L2806/L2807/L2808
Wonderful 4 acre building lot in Becket Woods. Extensive walking/hiking trails, community ponds for fishing and swimming. There is a year-round stream on the back of this wooded lot. $30,000/L2513
Create your own country home in Ballyhoo Estates. Three lots to choose from…4.96 acres $28,000, 6.06 acres $34,000, 11.02 acres $62,000/L2810/L2811/ L2812
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E X P E R I E N C E M AT T E R S
RICHMOND
RICHMOND
• Main house and a stunning Amish-built 5-stall horse barn • 4 bedrooms • 14.8 acres of peace & privacy • Walkout lower level with endless possibilities • Barn has it’s own water, electric and propane • Over a mile of trails $749,000
• Two wonderful homes to enjoy sited on an extraordinary 3.48 acres • Year round mountain views • Original 1800’s house and Bunkhouse • Permitted and legally zoned as a two family $890,000
For more information on these and other great Berkshire properties visit
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LENOX
PITTSFIELD
RICHMOND
• Fantastic mid-century home on 2.3 acres • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Lots of character • Many significant investments through the years $422,000
• BEAUTIFUL RICHMOND POND VIEWS • South Pond Farm Condo • 3 bed, 2.5 baths • Spectacular setting • Wrap-around deck $359,000
• Charming New England country farmhouse • Renovated and expanded with 2 bed/2 baths • Spacious multi-level deck • Great yard! $339,000
PITTSFIELD BERKSHIRE COUNTRY MEADOWS
• One of the few lots left! • Customize your dream home! • Pool, tennis, clubhouse $509,000
LENOX
WEST STOCKBRIDGE
PITTSFIELD
• 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths • Great location - meadow view • Clubhouse, pool and tennis $199,999
• Live in the village • Charming cape with 3 bed/2 baths • 2-car garage • Town water and sewer $259,900
• SE ranch on corner lot • 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms • Central AC • Natural gas $224,500
38 MAIN STREET, WEST STOCKBRIDGE, MA 35 RAILROAD STREET, GREAT BARRINGTON, MA (413) 442-5599 Pittsfield (413) 528-4211 Great Barrington (413) 232-4253 West Stockbridge (518) 392-0332 Chatham, NY W W W .S T O N E H O U S E PR O PE R T I E S . CO M
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Dalton Pine Crest Estates
Dalton
kitchen with breakfast nook, first
Dalton PineCrest Estates, This refined family home consists of 4 bedrooms, a master bedroom suite with master bath, along with two family baths. The great room features a vaulted ceiling and a fireplace. Cathedral ceiling enhances the dining room, plus it has a breakfast nook, and a 2 car garage
floor laundry, two car garage.
Call Charles at 413-358-5524
Call Charles at 413-358-5524
8room, 4bedroom, 2.5 bath home with first floor master bedroom suite, open floor plan, cathedral ceiling great room with fireplace, formal dining room,
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Lot 15 PineCrest Dr Dalton, MA
Split-level home located just outside of town, distance views, 2car attached garage, master bedroom/bathroom up with cathedral ceilings, three bedrooms and a bath down, updated oak cabinet kitchen, dining room, sunroom, some wood floors. $207,000
LOTS FOR SALE
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Dalton PineCrest Estates, PineCrest Estates,Three Small Lots available for only $55,000
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DWYER AGENCY Eleanore Brown Associates 772 North St., Pittsfield 413-442-3350 www.dwyeragency.com
Deborah Dwyer Realtor
Marcel L. Archambault Realtor
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Offered for $180,000
Offered for $224,900
151 Draper Ave., Pittsfield
76 Partridge Rd., Pittsfield, MA
Features this 3 bedroom home with a huge back yard. Large eat in kitchen (new floor) with 1/2 wall affording natural light from the living room and large bay window. Updated exterior vinyl siding, windows and roof. Full basement with 1/2 formerly used as family room. Much potential for this home.
Located on a semi corner lot with a crystal clear in ground swimming pool and large yard for outdoor activities. Rear deck for outside dining overlooking the pool area. Main level has 2/3 bedrooms, eat in kitchen, spacious living room with dining area and beautiful hardwood floors. Closets are all cedar lined. Lower lever features the family room plus 2 more rooms, bath and laundry/utility room. Vinyl sided, replacement windows, newer gas furnace. Solar panels have reduced electric costs tremendously.
Offered for $309,000
7 Park S St., Stockbridge, S kb id MA Walk to town or enjoy the trails to Laura’s Tower or Ice Glen from the end of Park St. 2 bedroom home with beautiful new, and large, bathroom. Much renovating has been done, including adding a great screened porch in the rear.
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Lynn has answers.
PLANNING TO BUY A HOME THIS YEAR? START OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOT! by Lynn Arseneau
I’ve been a Realtor for 33 years. People frequently ask for my advice and opinions, and by sharing those questions and answers with you, I hope to offer some helpful information.
Hi Readers! To begin this New Year I have dedicated this month’s column to an interview with Kathy Kelly, Mortgage Officer at Lee Bank. Kathy has 30 years of experience in mortgage banking and can help you start off on the right foot in planning to buy a home this year!
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What’s the best way for a buyer to prepare financially to buy a house?
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If the buyer’s income is good, their debt is low, but their credit score is not so good due to an “event” in the past, is there
If it is an isolated event and there is a good explanation it’s possible they may be able to get financing. A down payment will help in this situation and also having cash reserves.
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I understand there is federal grant money available to assist a buyer and it does not need to be paid back. Seems too good to be true! Can you explain a little bit about it?
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The Federal Home Loan Bank has an equity builder grant fund program. Lenders can apply for funds typically in March of every year. A buyer has to be under contract in order to apply for the grant. The program is income based and the funds are distributed on a first come first serve basis. As long as the owners stay in the property for at least 5 years the funds do not need to be repaid. Now is a great time to sit with a mortgage loan officer at Lee Bank to see if you qualify.
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and avoid any new credit inquiries. The lender will need to pull your credit and verify your employment again right before closing. If you have new debt it could affect your ability to qualify. We want to help get you into your new home and have a smooth and timely closing.
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What’s your favorite cold weather recipe?
Oh, that’s easy... Roasted Chicken with Vegetables... delicious! Ingredients: 1 Whole Organic Chicken, 1/4 Cup Olive Oil, 1/2 Butter - Melted, Sea Salt, Seasonings to Preference (I use garlic and pepper), Gourmet Carrots with Stems and Baby Potatoes. Directions: Smother the chicken with olive oil, melted butter, sea salt and seasonings. Let it sit in the refrigerator overnight uncovered. Place in a large roasting pan. Add carrots and potatoes. Drizzle carrots and potatoes with a little olive oil and sea salt and a few pats of butter. Check and mix carrots and potatoes after 1 hour. Bake at 400 degrees for about 2 hours.
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Is there anything else you can think of that would be important for a buyer to know?
Yes. It’s so important that once you are pre-qualified that you maintain your credit, employment, and financial picture. You will want to keep your monthly debt the same
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Lynn Arseneau, CBR, GRI, ABR, CRS, is affiliated with Signature Associates in Pittsfield, MA For more info, visit LynnMovesYou.com or HomesInTheBerkshires.com
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If you have a question, email: Lynn@LynnMovesYou.com or call
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The three areas potential borrowers should concentrate on are credit, savings and employment. Establish credit, try to keep credit card balances below 30% usage and most importantly pay bills on time. If there are some blips in a credit history a credible explanation will be required. Saving money in the bank or credit union is essential. There are some 100% financing programs out there but it’s always helpful and required to have savings of your own. If there’s money in the mattress it should be deposited because cash on hand is not an acceptable source and most lenders look back two months. Lastly, employment history, generally at least two years or a strong history in the same field of work. Lee Bank offers complimentary pre-qualifications and will counsel the borrower if they are ready to buy and what is affordable. Buyers should speak to a Lee Bank mortgage professional to plan through the pre-qualification and buying process – for instance it’s a myth that credit cards should be paid down before applying. Most lenders would prefer to see a strong savings history and money in the bank than no savings and smaller credit cards.
anything a buyer can do?
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46 Housatonic St, Lee MA 01238
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
LIST PRICE: $205,000
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OWNERING INANC
New to the Market ! Located at the entrance of the beautiful Berkshires This c1880’s 4 bedroom New England Farmhouse, offers a Large Kitchen , and amazing Hardwood floors throughout . Enjoy summer leisure on large front porch. close to all major Berkshire cultural attractions ,fine restaurants, pubs, shopping .includes a 2 car garage carriage barn, property zoned residential/commercial, would make a great vacation rental ,offices, etc. Don’t miss this fabulous opportunity.
21 Greylock St, Lee MA 01238 LIST PRICE: $229,900 Charming Dutch Colonial Home! Timeless dutch colonial home with 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths centrally located to the downtown district. Old world charm with modern conveniences,beautiful wood trim throughout, french doors, lovely built-in’s, generous size living room w/fireplace and tons of natural light, formal dining, bright & sunny eat-in kitchen leading to side deck,half bath/mud-room with back egress. Second floor offers 4 bedrooms, full bath & walk up attic. Hardwood floors throughout! New vinyl siding, added insulation,natural gas heat/ hot water, walk out basement.
Anna’s Pizza Business Only Full liquor license, all equipment. New Blodgett pizza oven, new a/c unit. Includes all tables & chairs, pictures, pots, pans, dishes, forks, you name it. Owners retiring! Owner financing available, Call Paul for details.
MacCaro Realty Homes for the Berkshire Lifestyle
Asking $99,900
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Thank You for Your Business from All of Us here at Monarch Realty!
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Doreen Coones, Realtor
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Peter Russell, Broker Assoc.
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Have a safe and wonderful New Year
A well maintained home on 10.5 acres in a private setting. 2-3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, sunroom, barn/garage. ž basement with concrete floors. Use it as a guest house after building your dream home in the Berkshires! Room for gardens, Horses, etc.
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Richmond 995 Dublin Rd. $335,000.00
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Tips to Feeling Cozy At Home During the Winter
The dark days of winter can really do a number on your well-being. Shorter days trigger the blahs; freezing temps spark the sniffles. So we put together a list of ideas that’ll turn your home into a comfy haven. Here’s how to create a brighter and warmer home without using more energy or cranking up the thermostat. Seal sneaky air leaks. It’s not just window and door leaks killing your cozy vibe. Don’t forget to plug stealthy gaps around recessed lights, electrical boxes, and wall outlets. Use a lit incense stick or scented candle to hunt down drafty spots while leaving behind a cozy scent. Use a slow cooker to infuse your home with a warm and cozy aroma. Even better, slow cookers are more energy efficient than electric ovens, typically using less energy than a light bulb.
Get plants. You’ll feel coziest in a healthy indoor environment that keeps allergies at bay and reduces your chances of getting sick. Some indoor plants, like golden pothos and gerbera daisies, are particularly adept at sucking up nasty VOCs — the vapors emitted from household cleaners, paints, and dry cleaning. And since plants increase humidity levels, they help decrease household dust.
Vacuum while your thermostat is set to “fan on.” This helps filter dust that gets kicked-up while cleaning. Just leave the fan on for about 15 minutes after you finish vacuuming and switch it back to “auto” afterward. HVAC blowers aren’t intended to run all the time. Change your HVAC filter every couple months (monthly if you have pets) to prevent excess dust from circulating.
Lack of natural light can trigger a mean case of the winter doldrums — or worse, mood-altering seasonal affective disorder. Maximize daylight and make rooms feel warmer by adding the following to your yearly fall maintenance checklist.
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Clean dirty light fixtures and dusty bulbs to make your home appear 30% brighter without turning on more lights.
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Make your windows pane-fully clear. Clean glass not only lets more natural light into your home, it’s a feel-good task, according to a survey by the American Clean Institute. When ACI asked consumers what clean surfaces make them happy, “gleaming windows” made the top five above a “spotless sink.”
Ditch your window screens in the fall and winter. They trap dirt and can make your home appear darker inside and out. It’s a good curb appeal booster, too.
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(Source: 2015 National Association of REALTORS® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers.)
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FSBOs accounted for 8% of home sales in 2014. The typical FSBO home sold for $210,000 compared to $249,000 for agent-assisted home sales. That’s why 89% of sellers chose to be assisted by a real estate agent when selling their home last year.
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Sellers: Think you can handle of the paperwork, negotiations and legal matters for your home sale and considering working without a REALTOR®? Could be a recipe for a lot of extra work for a lot less money.
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