Richard Powers' Blog

Posted on 04/14/2024

Recasting your mortgage vs. refinancing it

When it comes to home finance, your monthly mortgage...

Home Financing

Mortgage Recasting

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Posted on 04/14/2024

Another Property Sold - 1 Loring Ave 104, Swampscott, MA 01907

The Glen! Spacious two bedrooms, two bathrooms. Ample closet space and extra storage bin on the first floor. Updated building lobby, function room, indoor pool, jacuzzi and Gym, you will be amazed with this beautiful building. Mail in/mail out office in lobby. . Two deeded parking spaces #s 59 and 69. Extremely well managed complex, Close to shopping, transportation, Logan Airport, Restaurants and beaches. New vinyl floors and Kitchen countertops replaced in 2021, All windows and back sliding door and Heat/AC in Living room replaced in...

Posted on 04/13/2024

Another Property Sold - 24 Elm St, Lynn, MA 01905

Welcome to this spectacular West Lynn Home. Convenient to schools, parks, shopping and easy access to Boston. Unit one has Modern kitchen with new appliances and LVT flooring, Breakfast nook for Dining and Living room plus 2 bedrooms. Second level has similar layout with Breakfast nook and Modern Kitchen, Living room and 2 bedrooms. Recently painted interior and recently refinished hardwood floors. Separate High efficiency boilers for first and second floors installed in 2022. New hot water last year. plus updated electric with separate 100 amp breakers and house meter, All appliances to remain including 2 washers and 2 dryers. The 28' X...

Posted on 04/10/2024

13 Glen Terrace 2, Lynn, MA 01905 is now new to the market!

Welcome to Lynn Woods ,Beautiful new construction 7 Room 3 bedroom 2.5 baths. Kitchen features Granite/quartz counters, Shaker Style Cabinets, Stainless steel appliances, Hardwood floors throughout, FHA X propane, Central Air, Tankless hot water ,1 car garage under plus finished family room Exceptional views of the city from this private location abutting Lynn Woods Reservation , Close to schools, highways and easy access to Boston. 2 Units available at this price. Heavyl insulation between units for added soundproofing. Several pictures are virtually...

Posted on 04/10/2024

11-13 Glen Terrace, Lynn, MA 01905 is now new to the market!

Welcome to Lynn Woods ,Beautiful new construction 14 Room 6 bedroom 2.5 baths 2 family. Kitchens features Granite/quartz counters, Shaker Style Cabinets, Stainless steel appliances, Hardwood floors throughout, FHA X propane, Central Air, Tankless hot water ,2 car garage under plus finished family room Exceptional views of the city from this private location abutting Lynn Woods Reservation , Close to schools, highways and easy access to Boston. 2 Units available at this price. Heavy insulation between units for added soundproofing. Several pictures are virtually...

Posted on 04/07/2024

Mid-Mod: Four DIY ideas for your home

Affectionately known as Mid-Mod, this mid-century interior design movement is heavily influenced by the angular, funky style of the middle of the 20th century. It takes the best of what the late 1950s and early 1960s had to offer and gives it a contemporary twist. Here are four DIY Mid-Mod home decor projects to try: DIY hairpin leg...

Posted on 03/31/2024

Designing the best backyard kitchens

When it comes to outdoor remodeling, backyard kitchens are...

Posted on 03/24/2024

Designing outdoor living spaces: Outdoor furniture for your space

When it comes to enhancing outdoor living spaces, outdoor...

Posted on 03/22/2024

11 Glen Terrace 1, Lynn, MA 01905 is now new to the market!

Welcome to Lynn Woods ,Beautiful new construction 7 Room 3 bedroom 2.5 baths. Kitchen features Granite/quartz counters, Shaker Style Cabinets, Stainless steel appliances, Hardwood floors throughout, FHA X propane, Central Air, Tankless hot water ,1 car garage under plus finished family room Exceptional views of the city from this private location abutting Lynn Woods Reservation , Close to schools, highways and easy access to Boston. 2 Units available at this...

Posted on 03/20/2024

10 Williams Ave, Lynn, MA 01902 is now new to the market!

Estate sale buyer responsible for cleanout and smoke certificate. Nice family home in need of updates but well worth the effort . 6 Rooms 3 bedrooms with 1 1/2 baths. First floor is open concept Living room, dining room and Kitchen With full bath. Second level is 3 good size bedrooms and a half bath. Investors and owner occupants this could be the one for you . Close to Beaches, Train Station, Schools and shopping . Easy access to...

Posted on 03/17/2024

Homeowners insurance requirements for veterans: Key info to know

While VA loans come with numerous benefits, they share many of the same requirements as conventional loans. For veterans seeking a VA loan to purchase a home, it's often required to purchase a homeowners insurance policy. Here is the basic info about homeowners insurance requirements: Is homeowners insurance required for a VA loan? Just like most conventional mortgages,...

Homeowners Insurance

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Posted on 03/10/2024

Tools at home: 4 Types of power saws you should know about

When it comes to cutting, saws are among the first tools...