Linda Costanzo's Blog

Posted on 04/22/2020

If You Build It, They Will Come: Luxury Home Features Inspired by HGTV's 2020 Dream Home

Photo by Viktor Birkus via Pixabay Everyone covets the annual HGTV Dream Home that's given away each year as part of a sweepstake. But the sad reality is that few winners are ever really able to take possession of their grand home and actually live out their happily-ever-after. There are, however, ways to pick and choose which features...

Home Improvements

Luxury Home

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Posted on 04/15/2020

Eliminating House Clutter Will Help Sell Your Home

Two of the most important ingredients in a successful house-marketing campaign are competitive pricing and making a great first impression on prospective buyers. Although your real estate agent can assist in achieving both of those goals, keeping your home in "show ready" condition will be up to you and your family. When your home is actively being shown,...

Eliminate House Clutter

Clutter Free Home

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Posted on 04/08/2020

Smart Ideas for Kitchen Design

Image by Andy Dean Photography from Shutterstock Designing your dream kitchen is a fun and exciting step in your home build or remodel. You’ll want to find the perfect cabinets, countertops, and sink for your new space. In addition to the aesthetic of the pieces you select, be sure to consider their functional value. Here are some smart...

Posted on 04/01/2020

Is Your Offer to Purchase Good Enough?

If you plan to submit an offer to purchase a home, there is no need to leave anything to chance. And in most instances, it is a good idea to put your best foot forward with your offer to purchase. That way, you can boost the likelihood of receiving an instant "Yes" from a seller and moving one step...

Offer To Purchase

Buying A Home

Posted on 03/25/2020

What to Avoid When Selling Your Home

Photo by Mohamed Hassan via Pixabay If you're like many Americans, your home is your biggest asset. And if you're thinking of selling your home to use the profits for a new home, sending the kids off to college or simply adding it to a retirement fund, there are a few things you may want to avoid to...

Home Seller

Selling

Posted on 03/18/2020

Should You Request a House Showing?

Requesting a home showing usually is a great idea if you find a residence you may want to buy. In addition, there are many things you can do to get the most out of any house showing, at any time. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you attend a home showing and determine if a...

Posted on 04/18/2020

Another Property Rented - 40 Congreve St #1, Boston, MA 02131

Lovely spacious 2 bedroom, 1 bath in quite 3 family home in the desirable Peter's Hill Area. Freshly painted with gorgeous redone hardwood floors throughout. Replacement windows, new blinds & fixtures. Generous living room with tons of light. Separate dining room with built in hutch. Front & back porch for your enjoyment. Bonus room off the bedroom could be additional sitting area, office or work out room. Rent includes heat & hot water. Laundry in the basement and on street parking. Conveniently located within walking distance to major bus routes and commuter rail. Terrific street and...

Posted on 04/14/2020

Another Property Sold - 950 Broadway #16, Chelsea, MA 02150

Loft available at the highly sort after Industrie Lofts. This ultra modern 1 bedroom has many updates for its new owner. Open floor plan with 20+ ceilings and oversized windows/sliders leading out to your private balcony. The Italian designed Domani kitchen has new stainless steel Samsung smart fridge and stove along with granite countertops. Spiral staircase leads up to the oversized master bedroom with custom built closet. The bathroom with washer/dryer has been completely renovated as well. Like to entertain...there's a 3000 sq. ft. common roof deck with amazing city views for your enjoyment. The underground heated garage space...

Posted on 03/22/2020

Video Tour - 38 Maple St #2, Boston, MA 02132

Fabulous 2 bedroom 1 bath rental in owner occupied 3 family. Enjoy 2 equally sized, sunny bedrooms, generous living room, dining room with built in hutch and private front & back porches. Eat in kitchen just renovated with stainless appliances, new cabinets, new granite countertops and new wood floor. Entire unit just painted, gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, new windows, light fixtures, ceiling fans and updated electrical. Washer/dryer in basement. Outdoor space in the back yard to relax and unwind. Walk to the commuter rail and public transportation. Minutes to downtown Boston but the feel of the suburbs. On street parking. No...

Posted on 03/22/2020

38 Maple St #2, Boston, MA 02132 is now new to the market!

Fabulous 2 bedroom 1 bath rental in owner occupied 3 family. Enjoy 2 equally sized, sunny bedrooms, generous living room, dining room with built in hutch and private front & back porches. Eat in kitchen just renovated with stainless appliances, new cabinets, new granite countertops and new wood floor. Entire unit just painted, gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, new windows, light fixtures, ceiling fans and updated electrical. Washer/dryer in basement. Outdoor space in the back yard to relax and unwind. Walk to the commuter rail and public transportation. Minutes to downtown Boston but the feel of the suburbs. On street parking. No...

Posted on 03/15/2020

Another Property Sold - 100 Pearl Street #5, Chelsea, MA 02150

Rarely available unit at the Pearl Street Lofts located in the hip Chelsea Waterfront. Open sunny loft with a wall of windows and 650 sq. ft. of living space waiting for your personal touches. High ceilings, hardwood floors, washer/dryer in unit, gas heat & central air. Common roof deck with million $ water & city views. Artist Gallery in lobby. Professionally managed building. Minutes to Boston & Logan & don't forget about the new Silver Line. Shopping, Starbucks, new restaurants and theater all within walking distance. Come by part of the new Chelsea and all it has to...

Posted on 03/12/2020

Another Property Sold - 260 Tremont St #7, Melrose, MA 02176

Welcome to your new home at the Plaza Condominiums. This corner unit has an open floor plan consisting of living room/dining room combo with sliders to your large private balcony. There are 2 generous bedrooms with ample closets & 1 full bathroom. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. Lovely updated kitchen with new refrigerator and tons of cabinets. There is one assigned off-street deeded parking spot and a common laundry room for your convenience. Perfectly located it's just a hop, skip & a jump to the commuter rail, restaurants & shops. Come see for yourself and make an...