Jim & Mike Savas Team Blog

Posted on 02/07/2021

How Long Does It Take to Craft a House Listing?

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to craft an effective property listing. Instead, a seller needs to allocate the necessary time and resources to ensure a house listing hits the mark with buyers. In fact, failure to do so may make it tough for a seller to generate interest in his or her home. Perhaps even worse, an ineffective home...

Home Listing

Selling Your Home

Posted on 01/31/2021

Tips on Maintaining Your Home Inside and Out

In many ways, the quality of your life is determined by the condition of your home. If it feels like your home is in disrepair, messy, or cluttered, you're not going to feel comfortable or satisfied with your living situation. While perfection is an unattainable standard, there are a lot of simple things you can do to keep your...

Proper Gutter Maintenance

House Maintenance

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Posted on 01/24/2021

Extending Your Offers: Sell While You Buy

Photo by DraganCFM via Shutterstock It’s always a quandary: can I buy my new home and sell my old house so that the timing of both matches? Well, yes! There are several ways to do this. Here’s a breakdown of how it can work. Buy a Home on a Contingency. Just what is a contingency? It’s an agreement...

Posted on 01/17/2021

Open Houses: What Buyers Need to Know

An open house may prove to be exceedingly important, particularly for a buyer who plans ahead and makes the most of this opportunity. Because if a buyer enters an open house with a plan in hand, he or she can gain the necessary insights to determine whether to set up a home showing or consider other residences. Now, let's...

Open House

Open House Preparation

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Posted on 01/10/2021

Questions to Consider Before You Attend a Home Showing

A home showing represents a valuable opportunity for a property buyer. However, there may be instances in which a buyer is unsure about whether to attend a house showing. Lucky for you, we're here to help you weigh the pros and cons of scheduling a home showing. Now, let's take a look at three questions to consider before you...

Posted on 01/03/2021

Outdoor Lighting for Home Security

Photo by Malcolm Garret via Pexels No matter how safe your neighborhood is, it doesn’t hurt to take precautions against break-ins or thefts. Installing home security lighting is a highly effective way to deter intruders. This type of lighting also provides plenty of light for walkways and paths, making it safer for you and your family to walk...

Posted on 02/05/2021

Video Tour - 218 Palfrey #218, Watertown, MA 02472

Enjoy tremendous sunsets and outstanding views of Watertown, Newton & beyond from each level of this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath townhouse perched atop Palfrey Hill. This home has been freshly painted with new "Nest" thermostats, brand new windows & blinds. Features include spacious living room , formal dining room, a stunning kitchen w/ granite counter tops & stainless steel appliance, natural gas heat & hot water, central air, hardwood floors, & 2 car side by side parking. The walkout lower level features a half bath and a large private rear deck perfect for grilling & relaxing. Washer and dryer in unit on main living level....

Posted on 02/05/2021

218 Palfrey #218, Watertown, MA 02472 is now new to the market!

Enjoy tremendous sunsets and outstanding views of Watertown, Newton & beyond from each level of this 3 bedroom 1.5 bath townhouse perched atop Palfrey Hill. This home has been freshly painted with new "Nest" thermostats, brand new windows & blinds. Features include spacious living room , formal dining room, a stunning kitchen w/ granite counter tops & stainless steel appliance, natural gas heat & hot water, central air, hardwood floors, & 2 car side by side parking. The walkout lower level features a half bath and a large private rear deck perfect for grilling & relaxing. Washer and dryer in unit on main living level....

Posted on 01/12/2021

Video Tour - 9 Concord Ave #1, Belmont, MA 02478

PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!!! RARE OPPORTUNITY! PERFECT FOR LARGE OR EXTENDED FAMILY OR FOR IN LAW OR FOR AU PAIR! Sun Drenched, Enormous 2 level 11 room 4 bedroom 2 bath unit! 1st floor features formal living & dining rooms, large semi-mod European style kitchen, 2 bedrooms & full semi-modern bath. Bright Fully modern lower level features family room with wet bar, kitchenette with large peninsula bar, 2 good size bedrooms, modern full bath & a study. most rooms in lower level have at least one egress window. Modern Utilities include FHW by gas 2 zone baseboard heat, gas hot water. Rear Porch. 1 car garage parking Plus 2 additional...

Posted on 01/12/2021

9 Concord Ave #1, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!!! RARE OPPORTUNITY! PERFECT FOR LARGE OR EXTENDED FAMILY OR FOR IN LAW OR FOR AU PAIR! Sun Drenched, Enormous 2 level 11 room 4 bedroom 2 bath unit! 1st floor features formal living & dining rooms, large semi-mod European style kitchen, 2 bedrooms & full semi-modern bath. Bright Fully modern lower level features family room with wet bar, kitchenette with large peninsula bar, 2 good size bedrooms, modern full bath & a study. most rooms in lower level have at least one egress window. Modern Utilities include FHW by gas 2 zone baseboard heat, gas hot water. Rear Porch. 1 car garage parking Plus 2 additional...

Posted on 01/08/2021

Video Tour - 19 King Street #19, Belmont, MA 02478

This pristine 2 level 6 room 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment is located on a quiet tree lined street in the heart of Waverley Village. Just painted, newer wall to wall carpet, semi-modern kitchen & bath, front & back porches, bonus 17 X 13 3rd floor home office, large attic storage area, 2 car off street parking, 4 year old gas heating system, 1 year old gas hot water heater, Just a short distance to Butler Elementary, Pequosette Park, vibrant Waverley Square & Cushing Sq. with lots of shopping & restraurants. Commuters Delight! Easy access to Boston, Cambridge & Rt128/95 "Americas Technology Highway", near #73 Harvard...

Posted on 01/08/2021

19 King Street #19, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

This pristine 2 level 6 room 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment is located on a quiet tree lined street in the heart of Waverley Village. Just painted, newer wall to wall carpet, semi-modern kitchen & bath, front & back porches, bonus 17 X 13 3rd floor home office, large attic storage area, 2 car off street parking, 4 year old gas heating system, 1 year old gas hot water heater, Just a short distance to Butler Elementary, Pequosette Park, vibrant Waverley Square & Cushing Sq. with lots of shopping & restraurants. Commuters Delight! Easy access to Boston, Cambridge & Rt128/95 "Americas Technology Highway", near #73 Harvard...