David Hayes' Blog

Posted on 12/21/2022

Marble has always been a luxurious choice for interior finishes. However, while it remains an expensive choice, it’s much more accessible and easy to use in everyday homes than before. If you can splurge on marble finishes, the choice can increase the value of your home and create a sense of luxury in your life. Here are some...

Decor

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Posted on 12/14/2022

How to add value to your home: Upgrades with the best ROI

Whether you’re a homeowner or a real estate investor, it’s always important to know how to add value to your home. Many upgrades and renovations have a higher rate of return than others, and it’s helpful to know them to make the best possible investment in your property. Here are some of the home upgrades with the highest...

Posted on 12/07/2022

Kitchen Garden: Tips for a Successful Harvest

After you spend a few months planning, planting and growing your garden, you may want to enjoy the fruits, and vegetables, of your labor. However, it can be tricky to know when and how to harvest your kitchen garden. These tips will help you pick produce that is ripe and ready: Keep a Garden Journal When you plant...

Garden

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Posted on 11/30/2022

Fix it or forget it: How to know what not to fix when selling a house

Before selling your home, you likely have a list of...

Home Selling

Home Selling Checklist

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Posted on 11/23/2022

Mortgage prepayment penalty: What it is & why you should care

Mortgage lenders make money primarily through interest...

Posted on 11/16/2022

DIY project: How to make an air plant terrarium

Air plants don't require soil to live, so making a terrarium to display them in is a perfect DIY project. With just a few materials, you can make a beautiful habitat for your air plants that's also unique home decor. Here is a guide for how to make your own air plant terrarium: What you'll need Open glass...

Posted on 11/09/2022

The perfect plants for your coastal landscape

For homeowners living in a coastal landscape, it might seem difficult to plan and maintain a garden. With the salty air, strong winds and variable humidity, the conditions prove difficult for many popular plants. However, there are more options for coastal gardens than you might realize. Whether you’re on the west coast, east coast or somewhere in between,...

Posted on 12/21/2022

Another Property Sold - 28 Ninth St 705, Medford, MA 02155

Stunning 2 bed, 2 bath at the much desired Wellington Condominium. Great for entertaining, this open floor plan unit features a beautifully updated kitchen w/large island, Quartz counters, Shaker cabinets & Stainless steel appliances. Spa like bath w/dual sinks, Quartz, glass shower enclosure.Smooth ceilings, hardwood floors, new electric panel 2016, new bedroom windows, updated HVAC, two walk in closets,in-unit washer/dryer,screened-in balcony w/sunny tree-top western exposure overlooking courtyard. Extra basement storage.Lots of parking. Easy walk to Orange Line Train,Mystic River Reservation & Marina,Station Landing & the ever...

Posted on 12/16/2022

Another Property Sold - 157 Spring St, Stoneham, MA 02180

If you’re looking for Privacy, this place is for you! This Split-Level home lives like an oversized Ranch. Situated on a huge half-acre lush lot, set back off the road and surrounded by Conservation Land, is this well maintained 3-bedroom gem. Hardwood floors throughout the main level, recessed lights, updated 200 AMP electric panel, updated vinyl replacement windows, low maintenance vinyl siding, wood burning fireplace, large 14'x12' Trex Deck off the kitchen, large eat-in-kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, granite counters, tiled floor & back splash. Looking for gas cooking? No problem! The home already has gas for the 3...

Posted on 12/14/2022

Another Property Sold - 12 Ninth St 307, Medford, MA 02155

Bright & Sunny, this East facing corner unit has a huge kitchen w/that much desired South facing kitchen window. Updated HVAC (2013). Replacement windows, replacement electric panel. Screened & tiled balcony w/ removable plexiglass windows overlooking the picturesque courtyard. Deeded parking space #33 right outside side door. Lg basement storage area & lots of xtra parking. Easy walk to Orange Line Train, Mystic River Reservation & Marina,Station Landing & the ever expanding Assembly Row w/all the shops, bars, restaurants & entertainment it offers. Common area has new elevators, freshly painted halls w/new carpets,...

Posted on 12/01/2022

Video Tour - 28 Ninth St 303, Medford, MA 02155

Steps to the Orange Line & Minutes to Downtown Boston, this stunning 2bd, 2bth, open floor plan unit, at the highly desirable Wellington Condo, has been Beautifully renovated.The Kitchen has white Shaker cabinets, Quartz counters & stainless steel appliances.Two fully updated spa-like baths w/soaker tub, vessel sinks, dual flush toilets & glass enclosure. Laminate floors living rm/dining rm, HVAC(2018), hot water tank(2017), updated electric panel, new bedroom windows, lg balcony w/west exposure. Full size In-unit washer/dryer(2021), walk-in closets w/custom built-ins & xtra basement storage. Close to Mystic River Reservation...

Posted on 12/01/2022

28 Ninth St 303, Medford, MA 02155 is now new to the market!

Steps to the Orange Line & Minutes to Downtown Boston, this stunning 2bd, 2bth, open floor plan unit, at the highly desirable Wellington Condo, has been Beautifully renovated.The Kitchen has white Shaker cabinets, Quartz counters & stainless steel appliances.Two fully updated spa-like baths w/soaker tub, vessel sinks, dual flush toilets & glass enclosure. Laminate floors living rm/dining rm, HVAC(2018), hot water tank(2017), updated electric panel, new bedroom windows, lg balcony w/west exposure. Full size In-unit washer/dryer(2021), walk-in closets w/custom built-ins & xtra basement storage. Close to Mystic River Reservation...