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10.14.14 Home Seller Tips, Local Information

Suggestions On Useful Home Features

When working on home features, we generally spend time on the bigger items. In most cases the best features are the inepxensive ones that add convenience. Whether you are constructing a new home or fixing up an older one, consider these useful home features.

Advantage of Having More than One

In your home, duplicates can be a good thing. An additional sink in the kitchen or utility room adds convenience. Extra cable outlets allow flexibility for room layouts. Additional closets help minimize clutter and keep belongings within close reach. These are simply a few of the wide range of possibilities that you might appreciate while living in a home.

Adapting to Different Uses

Consider places in your room where you may need the flexibility to charge equipment. Add power to those spots. For instance, a beer fridge or freezer can be useful in the garage. Maybe you want an outlet in a bathroom cabinet for plugging in toothbrushes or electric razors hidden from sight. Outdoor power outlets are another important amenity that you can include in advance.

Prepare for Later Changes

When planning layout and features, think about more than its current use. For instance, if you plan to replace carpets with hardwood at a future date, the difference in height might affect the changeover between flooring types or along a staircase. Plan the room with this in mind to reduce future time and cost. This may also be considered for features like sound systems, central vac, plumbing, and lighting.

Size Does Make a Difference

A little extra can make a big difference. Consider whether upping the size of a particular item is beneficial. For instance, larger garage openings can hold trucks. A bigger kitchen sink may come in handy when hosting events. A bigger deck may provide easier walking room around your patio equipment.

More Useful Home Features

The best means to find additional useful home features is to think about the space and how it is currently used. Then imagine how that may change. What are the features that will adapt to all scenarios. Do not forget about special events, new equipment, toys, etc. Be sure to ask your builder for more ideas.

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I grew up in Massachusetts, spent the majority of my young adult life in Boston, and own a home in Windham NH. I have owned properties in MA and NH. I specialize in mortgage lending in Massachusetts and New Hampshire and my company does have the ability to lend in other states. I graduated from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst Massachusetts in 2002. I have a Bachelor’s in Science. In addition to managing a team of loan officers my personal loan production is always in the top of the entire of company. I have personally been in the mortgage business for over 13 years. I pride myself with taking my clients from application to close in the smoothest and quickest way possible, while keeping them well informed during the entire process. I originate my own loans from start to finish and work hand in hand with my loan processors & underwriters to make sure I am updated to the minute with all of my files. I stay up to date with lending guidelines and speak with underwriters on a daily basis to ensure I am aware of all of the lending guidelines in place.

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