Jim & Mike Savas Team Blog

Posted on 11/03/2019

Should Avoid Paying Off Your Mortgage Early?

Deciding not to pay off ahead on your mortgage can be a decision made because you want to divert your cash to another investment. If you have an investment that is certain to yield interest or because you have a certain way you have planned your finances, paying the full mortgage earlier than due has no place on...

Mortgage

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Posted on 10/27/2019

If Your Home Doesn't Have A Playroom

If you don’t have a dedicated playroom space in your home, you may feel as though toys and children have taken over. Toys, games, stuffed animals, coloring books, and crayons may be all over the house if children don’t have their own space to play. It doesn’t have to be this way. There are a few options that you...

Home Remodel

Keep Kids Busy

Posted on 10/20/2019

The Roles Your Real Estate Agent Plays in Selling Your Home

A real estate agent for a seller, often referred to as a seller's agent, performs many functions, including helping you organize your house for sale, set the right price, determine a selling strategy, and negotiate with buyers. This article covers the roles and responsibilities of a seller's agent and what qualities to look for, so you will know...

Posted on 10/13/2019

How to Simplify and De-Clutter the Minimalist Way

It is one thing to organize your space, it's something completely different when you are also trying to create a minimalist lifestyle. Becoming a minimalist is not about finding all the right storage containers, matching bins, and lidded tubs. Instead, it is about removing the need for all those containers, drawers, and tubs in the first place. Making...

Posted on 10/06/2019

Nature Colors for Your Home

Whether you’re renovating an old home or moving into a new house, you want to put your personal stamp on your environment by selecting beautiful paint colors to make your home unique to you. This year paint trends are moving toward nature and natural themed coloring and effect. You can choose a warm color scheme or a cool...

Posted on 10/29/2019

47 Angleside #1, Waltham, MA 02453 has an Open House on Sunday, November 3, 2019 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Rare Offering sought after Edgewater Condos at Waters Edge. This southeast facing 1,165 sq ft 5 rm 2 bdrm 2 bath unit features an open concept living rm/dining rm with access to a large private balcony with large private storage closet, inlaid hardwood flooring, full size modern kitchen, master bedroom with master bath, good closet space, generous 2nd bedroom, another Full hall Bath, full size washer & dryer in unit. Only a short stroll to the banks of the tranquil lake like setting of the Charles River Basin, Fox Park or Brandeis University. 2 car assigned parking. professionally managed complex. Enjoy all vibrant...

Posted on 10/31/2019

Another Property Sold - 92 Fitchburg St, Watertown, MA 02472

SUN DRENCHED TWO FAMILY IN PRIME VICTORY FIELD/LOWELL SCHOOL AREA. This 2,404 sq ft 6-6 room 2-2 bedroom features period detail including, fireplaces, oak floors, high ceilings. Each unit features a living room with fireplace, formal dining rooms directly across from the eat in kitchens, 2 bedrooms and a sun room complete each level. The walk up attic is perfect for Expanding. Natural Gas utilities already in the home. Just a short distance to Victory Field park, track & playground. Commuters Delight, Near Watertown Sq., Harvard Bus, Storrow & Memorial Drives, MA Pike, Express Buses, Major Highway Access, Arsenal yards, Stores, shopping &...

Posted on 10/22/2019

Another Property Sold - 82 Highland Ave, Watertown, MA 02472

Mint, West Side cape offers the Single Family lifestyle, but w/ condominium pricing. This home features 7 Rooms, 2 beds & 1 full bath. Relax in the living room w/ gleaming hardwood floors & built in speakers; enjoy a home cooked meal w/ friends and family in the modern Eat in Kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, back-splash, pendant lights & butcher block counters. Escape to the master bedroom after a nice soak in the tub or shower in the adjacent hallway bath. The second good sized bedroom and a mudroom complete the 1st level. The partially above grade, walk out lower level offers a cozy media/family room w/ custom built-ins, large bonus...

Posted on 10/18/2019

47 Angleside #1, Waltham, MA 02453 now has a new price of $379,900!

PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Rare Offering sought after Edgewater Condos at Waters Edge. This southeast facing 1,165 sq ft 5 rm 2 bdrm 2 bath unit features an open concept living rm/dining rm with access to a large private balcony with large private storage closet, inlaid hardwood flooring, full size modern kitchen, master bedroom with master bath, good closet space, generous 2nd bedroom, another Full hall Bath, full size washer & dryer in unit. Only a short stroll to the banks of the tranquil lake like setting of the Charles River Basin, Fox Park or Brandeis University. 2 car assigned parking. professionally managed complex. Enjoy all vibrant...

Posted on 10/17/2019

Video Tour - 74 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

This classic Colonial with amazing Boston skyline views is ideally located in the sought after Benton Estates neighborhood. Featuring 10 Rooms, 5 Beds, 1.5 Baths and 2,600+ sq ft of living space spread out over 3 levels. The first floor has a gracious entry foyer, living room w/ Beamed ceiling, crown molding & wood burning fireplace, Formal dining room w/ crown molding & wainscoting, Spacious Eat-In-Kitchen, Sun room, Half bath and a 3 season porch. The second level features a full hall bath, Master Bedroom w/ double closets & its own private deck, 2 additional bedrooms and an Office finish the 2nd level. The dormered 3rd floor offers...

Posted on 10/17/2019

74 Old Middlesex Rd, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

This classic Colonial with amazing Boston skyline views is ideally located in the sought after Benton Estates neighborhood. Featuring 10 Rooms, 5 Beds, 1.5 Baths and 2,600+ sq ft of living space spread out over 3 levels. The first floor has a gracious entry foyer, living room w/ Beamed ceiling, crown molding & wood burning fireplace, Formal dining room w/ crown molding & wainscoting, Spacious Eat-In-Kitchen, Sun room, Half bath and a 3 season porch. The second level features a full hall bath, Master Bedroom w/ double closets & its own private deck, 2 additional bedrooms and an Office finish the 2nd level. The dormered 3rd floor offers...

Posted on 10/04/2019

19 Burnham Street #C1, Belmont, MA 02478 now has a new price of $669,000!

Price Improved $669K! Appealing Burnham Garden Condo on quiet side street in the heart of vibrant Waverley village. This 2,241 sq ft 2 level 8 rm 2 bed 3 bth unit offers endless possibilites. For those wanting mostly 1 floor living, the first floor features an open living room/dining room with fireplace & slider to private patio, a European style semi-mod. kitchen with dining area, a masterbedrm with double closet & masterbath, 2nd bedroom, a hall bath with tub & shower; large gracious entry foyer & direct entry to garage. The large lower level offers tiled floor rec room; an office, large family room with rounded egress window & closet...