Beth Ottana's Blog

Posted on 04/28/2021

Not all smart home devices are created equal. If you wind up paying a high price for a smart home gadget you do not need, you risk wasting precious time and resources. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to make informed smart home device purchases, such as: 1. Consider Your Smart Home Device Needs The needs...

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Smart Home Technology

Posted on 04/21/2021

Chelmsford, MA Real Estate Market Update 4/21/2021

Click here to view Chelmsford, MA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 04/21/2021

Why Going Green May Make Your HOA See Red

Photo by Maria Godfrida via Pixabay For a homeowner who wants to make green improvements and renovations to their personal property, the Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions, or CC&Rs, of the local homeowner association can pose problems that cost time, money and freedom of choice. This is especially true for homeowners who wish to make structural or aesthetic changes...

Posted on 04/14/2021

Painted Brick Décor for a European Look

Photo by Karsten Bergmann via Pixabay Take a tour through the United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium or Holland, and you’ll see beautiful historic homes with painted brick exteriors. Wander down streets of hundreds-of-years-old houses, and the most memorable ones are those with painted brick exteriors. But if your brick is in perfect condition, why would you paint it? Odd-Colored...

Posted on 04/10/2021

Hopkinton, NH Real Estate Market Update 4/10/2021

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Posted on 04/07/2021

3 Home Selling Costs You Need to Know About

Selling a home usually requires various investments along the way. In fact, some of the most common house selling costs include: 1. Lawn Care Maintaining a neat, tidy lawn is crucial, particularly for a seller who wants to stir up significant interest in his or her residence. As such, it generally is a good idea to account for lawn...

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Tips On Selling

Posted on 03/31/2021

Maximizing Your Galley Kitchen

The size of your kitchen does not necessarily determine its functionality. What matters more is how you utilize the space you have. With long aisles and parallel counter spaces, galley kitchens are a great and efficient option. This design provides plenty of room for storage and preparation. Galley kitchens feature a central aisle with countertops, appliances, and cabinetry...

Posted on 03/30/2021

Concord, NH Real Estate Market Update 3/30/2021

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Posted on 03/24/2021

The Pros & Cons of Moving to an HOA Community

Photo by Curtis Adams from Pexels Are you considering buying a home with a Home Owner's Association (HOA)? Living in an HOA community can be very rewarding. But if you're accustomed to living without one, it can bring some challenges. Know in advance what to expect with HOA living. Checking out the biggest pros and cons HOA homeowners...

Posted on 03/19/2021

Chelmsford, MA Real Estate Market Update 3/19/2021

Click here to view Chelmsford, MA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 03/22/2021

Video Tour - 5-7 Old Loudon Road, Concord, NH 03301

This unique property, priced below assessed value, affords its new owner many possibilities. The main house has been lovingly cared for by the same family for over 80 years. It offers one level living, including 2 bedrooms, bonus office space, living room, dining room, sunny enclosed front porch and full bath/laundry area. Features include hardwood floors, great light, updated heating system (2011) and natural gas heat, updated roof (2011), circuit breakers, attached 1-car garage and 0.69-acre lot. Basement is large and has walkout access to the yard, and attic affords additional storage. Additional dwelling, currently tenant occupied, sits...

Posted on 03/22/2021

5-7 Old Loudon Road, Concord, NH 03301 is now new to the market!

This unique property, priced below assessed value, affords its new owner many possibilities. The main house has been lovingly cared for by the same family for over 80 years. It offers one level living, including 2 bedrooms, bonus office space, living room, dining room, sunny enclosed front porch and full bath/laundry area. Features include hardwood floors, great light, updated heating system (2011) and natural gas heat, updated roof (2011), circuit breakers, attached 1-car garage and 0.69-acre lot. Basement is large and has walkout access to the yard, and attic affords additional storage. Additional dwelling, currently tenant occupied, sits...