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Landslides are caused by soil erosion and heavy rainfall. If your property has any slopes, it's important to check for signs of erosion so you can avoid the risk of causing a landslide. Here are three ways you can prevent erosion damage and landslides in your own yard: Plant Densely An abundance of deep-rooted vegetation is the best...

Erosion

Gardening

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Posted on 11/26/2023

3 Key Advantages of an Attached Greenhouse

Pergolas and covered patios are wonderful during the warmer parts of the year. While humans can bundle up and build a fire, even a covered outdoor space cannot protect your garden from harsh winter temperatures. If you're interested in finding ways to keep growing your veggies, flowers and other plants all year long, consider building a lean-to greenhouse....

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Posted on 12/14/2023

25 Margate Ave, Saugus, MA 01906 now has a new price of $1,069,900!

Welcome to our newest neighborhood, Custom built Colonial with Carriage House theme, This property is perfect for the entertainer . Open floor plan with 29' X 22' Living room, and 29' X 18" Kitchen / Dining Area , Kitchen features Stainless steel appliances, quartz counters 10' Island , Shaker Style cabinets, Farmers sink, Built in stove , oven and micro wave, 9 1/2 ' by 24' deck with vinyl decking and railings , finish this level with a half bath , All hardwood floors and antique black accents throughout gives this home that carriage house feel and charm, 3 Bedrooms up with 2 full baths including master bath with double vanity and...

Posted on 12/14/2023

Video Tour - 369 Lynnfield St, Lynn, MA 01904

Enjoy the views of Cedar Pond from this spectacular renovation of this classic 8 room 4 bedroom Colonial. Large New kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, Soft close drawers and cabinets, open to Dining area and 3/4 bath, Formal Dining room and Living room complete the first level, Second floor has 4 large bedrooms and new Bath with Marble tile and flooring . New roof, New heating system, New windows , new recessed lighting throughout . 2 Car Garage and 4 car parking , yard and patio over look cedar...

Posted on 12/14/2023

369 Lynnfield St, Lynn, MA 01904 is now new to the market!

Enjoy the views of Cedar Pond from this spectacular renovation of this classic 8 room 4 bedroom Colonial. Large New kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, Soft close drawers and cabinets, open to Dining area and 3/4 bath, Formal Dining room and Living room complete the first level, Second floor has 4 large bedrooms and new Bath with Marble tile and flooring . New roof, New heating system, New windows , new recessed lighting throughout . 2 Car Garage and 4 car parking , yard and patio over look cedar...

Posted on 12/09/2023

Another Property Sold - 79 Emerald Dr, Lynn, MA 01904

Excellent ward 1 neighborhood, 22 years young this Custom cape offers 4 bedrooms, 2 and 1/2 baths with open concept Living/dining/ kitchen, 3 bedrooms on the first level with master bedroom and bath , all bedrooms have large closets, second level has large bedroom 18.5 ' X 14.4' plus half bath and office area. Slider to 10.5 x 13.5 Deck off of dining area , large fenced lot, 11' X 15' workshop/shed off of Garage, 2 car garage plus storage. All of this close to Lynn Woods, golf course, and great highway access for easy commuting to Boston and North Shore. Basement is open with high ceilings that offer room to expand if needed. See attached...

Posted on 11/30/2023

Another Property Sold - 91 Cook St, Lynn, MA 01902

Move right in to this beautifully cared for and maintained 2 bedroom & 1 1/2 bathroom ranch. Main level has a sunny living room with hardwood floors leading to a new eat-in kitchen with cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and title flooring. A remodeled full bathroom with ceramic title walk-in shower and 2 bedrooms with hardwood floors complete this main level. Basement has 2 finished rooms for a family room/ den plus office and brand new half bath for convenience. Utility area is partially finished with great space for a workout area or storage, Heat is new in 2010 FHA X gas and central air. Hot water new in 2015, Roof 2010....

Posted on 11/29/2023

Another Property Sold - 23 Sewall St, Lynn, MA 01902

This property offers a combination of classic colonial-style architecture, ample living space, and a convenient location for those who want to be near the train station and the beach. First floor features an Eat-in Kitchen and offers plenty of room for a dining area , plus a formal dining room with fireplace , living room, andfull bath, Second level has 3-4 bedrooms with hard wood floors and plumbing for a 1/4 bath that could be expanded . The flexible floor plan offers many options for a new home owner. French doors off of the kitchen lead to 9 1/2' X 13' vinyl composite deck that overlooks this gem of a yard. Plenty of room for cookouts,...

Posted on 11/22/2023

99 Range Ave, Lynn, MA 01904 now has a new price of $489,900!

Ward 1 bargain 6 1/2 room Colonial on 10,309 s.f. of land . This large family home has an open floor plan, first level offers an eat-in country kitchen with pantry, open dining room and living room with hard wood floors, second level is 3 1/2 bedrooms with hardwood floors and a full bath. This property needs cosmetics but well worth the effort. Improvements include newer roof, exterior paint, FHA X Gas heat @ 2010 , Hot Water 2019 and 200 amp circuit breakers. Large Deck off kitchen 9.8 ' by 20 ' and 6 x 24 farmers porch out...