If you’re in town, feel free to join us for our free March workshops on home buying and real estate investing. Workshops are free and open to the public. more info or register here.
“I loved the small group setting. My ‘ignorance’ as a first time buyer/beginner in the process was not a big deal. Your warm way and careful explanations were very much appreciated. The handouts and reference to web site was great” — Sonny W.
“Excellent workshop. Nicely paced, VERY informative, GREAT down-to-earth presentation. Thank you!” — Roger S.
“Subtle information not mentioned anywhere else” — Nazik H.
“Very clear presentation. I feel more confident about my search process now!” — Don K.
We had our 4th(!) Anniversary party last Thursday at the office. A fun time. Photos of us and our lovely guests here.
ePlace Summer Party
Click here to see photos from the ePlace Summer Party. As always, a fun party with terrific live music, food, and an assortment of Petsi’s Pies . . .
ePlace will be offering a new Rent vs. Buy workshop on June 1st from 6:00 – 8:00 at our office. More info here.
Bill and I will be hosting a Preparing Your Home for Sale workshop this Wednesday (see below).
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You’re invited to a Preparing Your Home for Sale Workshop at ePlace Real Estate, 830 Mass Ave in Cambridge on Wednesday February 16th from 6:00 – 7:30 hosted by Bill Scott, Principal and Rachael Burger, Director of Information and Community Outreach. We’ll discuss:
Getting Your Home Ready
- De-Cluttering and Cleaning
- Fixes and Improvements to Maximize Value
- Staging
Pricing and Marketing
- The Comparative Market Analysis
- Property Description and Materials
- Marketing
- Open Houses
- Showings
Logistics and Costs of Selling
- Typical Sale Timeline
- Market Timing
- Closing Costs
- Tax Implications
- Buying and Selling at the Same Time
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Workshops are free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required.
Where: ePlace, 830 Mass Ave in Cambridge
More Info: To register or get information on other workshops
go to http://eplacehomes.com/workshops
or call 617.864.4600 |
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830 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge MA 02139
PHONE 617.864.4600
FAX 617.864.4601 |
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Last Wednesday at 17 Lake View in Cambridge, the Cambridge Community of Real Estate Professionals Holiday Party and Toy Drive for Our Place was packed to capacity. Guests shared an abundance of potluck food and warm words from Majors Stephen & Betzann Carroll. We wish everyone the best in this holiday time. Below are some pics from the party. Enjoy!
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| The Savvy Home Buyer |
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This workshop covers the home-buying process in detail. It includes:
• deciding on the price point that is right for you • understanding mortgages, mortgage expenses, and getting pre-approved • finding a home • property due diligence and comparative market analysis • elements of the offer • home inspection, purchase and sale, mortgage contingency, walk-through and closing • special discussion of paths to affordable homeownership.
Wednesday March 4th 6:00 – 8:00 register here
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| Real Estate Investing |
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This session covers the nuts and bolts of real estate investing, and draws on interviews with local investors and lenders. Topics include: • real estate vs. other types of investments • owning and managing rental property • renovation and resale • condominium conversion • detailed real-life examples • a real estate plan for the future.
Wednesday March 25th, 6:00 – 7:30 register here
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| Creating a Green Home |
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This workshop will explore: • How to make your existing home more energy efficient • Green materials that you might consider using for a renovation • Green building techniques and considerations. We will have samples of green building materials on hand and will draw on interviews with local green builders and renovators.
Wednesday April 8th, 6:00 – 7:30 register here
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