There are grants available to Green Community towns across the US. Falmouth MA is making a concentrated effort to be at the top of the list, and a leader. There are meetings coming up to help educate and elucidate Falmouth's plans. There is a meeting at Lawrence School at 6:30pm Thursday evening. The Lawrence school is on Lakeview Ave and is the 7th and 8th grade middle school. The meeting will be in the auditorium. There will also be a discussion of "Stretch Energy" at Town Meeting. This is the idea that building should encompass current energy conservation concepts and products. Towns with higher energy conserving building standards and codes can acquire grants from the Commonwealth of MA. As of last November, only 64 of the over 350 MA towns were on the Stretch Code list. The links b... 03/23/2011

It was around 40 degrees today and the Coast Guard was practicing rescues off the coast of Falmouth MA on Cape Cod. This helicpoter and the rescue teams repeated their routine over and over in the cold waters. The sun was out, but I'm sure they were cold. I put my Droid camera lense up to the eyelet of a pair of binoculars I had and took this video. It is a little shaky, but clear enough to see one completed rescue. The waster was calm, the sun was out, and in general, a good day to practice. 02/23/2011

House Hunting Tip: The information reported in the public record is often wrong. In my small town, the Assessing Department and the Building Department and often the Health Department and the Assessing Department do not compare their property records. What one department has, may not be a part of another department's information.  We even have 2 different, town authorized, online sources for property values that don't match all the time. For anyone - agents, buyers, and sellers all included - there is a public record problem. For agents, knowing what exists and being asked to explain the public record differences can be frustrating. For buyers, the discrepancies create an air of mis-trust and concern. For sellers, the actual property components that should be noted and aren't, devalue t... 02/20/2011

  Falmouth, Massachusetts is situated in the southwest corner of Cape Cod, known as the Upper-Cape. It is the second most populous and second largest town on the Cape, and probably has one of the longest coastlines in the state. Some 70 miles of seashore edge the town. Consequently, there is a lot of land development with high value, high demand, and the choice views that create real property wealth.  The town was settled by English colonists in 1660 and officially incorporated in 1686. Early economic activities included farming, salt works, whaling, shipping and sheep husbandry. By the late 1800s cranberries were being cultivated and strawberries were being raised for the Boston market. With the arrival of the railroads in 1872, the town and its constituent villages became popular sum... 02/18/2011

Falmouth MA Condo for Sale If you are involved in buying a Falmouth MA condo, it is important to understand the legal ramifications of this form of ownership. Rules and regulations regarding the sharing of common areas, amenities and the land parcel have been stipulated in the condo docs.  A condominium has its advantages but in some cases a specific Falmouth condo development may have restrictions that do not fit your lifestyle.  To evaluate condos and single family homes for sale, visit Falmouth MA real estate. What is a Condominium The word condominium describes a form of land ownership and are governed by laws set out in Chapter 183A of the General Laws of Massachusetts and known as the Massachusetts Condominium Act.  This act covers the requirements for unit owners and condominium ... 01/10/2011

Falmouth MA Short Sales - Pre-foreclosure Purchase As a home buyer looking for value in the purchase of real estate you may consider a Falmouth MA short sale as a viable option. Buying a short sale is a difficult and often a frustrating process and should not be confused with a foreclosure. To have success, hire experienced professionals that understand all aspects of the transaction. Utilize the services of Realtors, attorneys, accountants, mortgage lenders and home inspectors as they all provide expert advice. A Falmouth Short Sale Defined Homeowners that have financial hardships may pursue a short sale prior to foreclosure. The property value is less than the outstanding liens on the property (mortgages and insurance premiums) and the homeowner does not have sufficient resources to p... 01/10/2011

Home for Sale in Falmouth MA : 61 Triumph Street Great Location! When they talk about location, this is it! This home for sale in Falmouth MA is located in a beautiful neighborhood, and is just three-tenths of a mile from the ocean - and equally as close to Falmouth Center. Nice Cape with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Interior needs cosmetic repairs. The Master Bedroom, located on the 2nd floor, features sliders to a deck w/seasonal ocean view. The home also features a working outside/enclosed shower, Gas Heat with a 10 year old furnace, (used very little use, although year-round, home has been used seasonally past 15 years.) Exterior was painted March 2009. New Title V septic to be installed. Home for Sale61 Triumph Street, Falmouth, MA 02540 See more photos and get additional information ... 12/23/2010

These are 10 simple reasons to buy a home. They are 10 informed reasons to buy a home. They are 10 logical reasons to buy a home. And this list is approved by a veteran loan originator who knows how to get a loan closed in this restricted environment. I have been at more than one closing that Addie Drolette has patiently and competently helped occur. It Builds Equity - Home ownership builds equity for future uses such as college expenses, home-additions, retirement, etc. Available Financial Assistance - There are many programs that help a buyer not only with the financing but also with the down-payment. Sovereign Bank has access to many of these programs. It's a Buyer's Market - Today we are in a buyer's market with plenty of homes to choose from. No need for a buyer to settle for anyth... 11/16/2010

Last week a storm whipped through Falmouth briefly. I took this picture of a double rainbow that formed outside my office. It changed in brightness and clarity over the few minutes it was visible. I've seen double rainbows before, but this one was the brightest I've ever seen, double or otherwise. The rest of that week was very pleasant.  This week we have had rain to help all the leaves fall, and to let all the trees get their thirst quenched before the cold months arrive. It is still a beautiful day on Cape Cod! 11/09/2010

Falmouth MA Short Sales - Pre-foreclosure Purchase As a home buyer looking for value in the purchase of real estate you may consider a Falmouth MA short sale as a viable option. Buying a short sale is a difficult and often a frustrating process and should not be confused with a foreclosure. To have success, hire experienced professionals that understand all aspects of the transaction. Utilize the services of Realtors, attorneys, accountants, mortgage lenders and home inspectors as they all provide expert advice. A Falmouth Short Sale Defined Homeowners that have financial hardships may pursue a short sale prior to foreclosure. The property value is less than the outstanding liens on the property (mortgages and insurance premiums) and the homeowner does not have sufficient resources to p... 11/03/2010

Here's the latest from our Falmouth Fire Department in reference to Smokes and Carbon Monoxide detector inspections. (Smoke and CO Inspections). This is from the Falmouth Fire Rescue Department, Fire Prevention Bureau, located at 399 Main Street, Falmouth, Massachusetts 02540. They may be contacted: Tel. (508) 495-2530 Fax (508) 495-2540.  The Fire Prevention Inspectors are:Lt. Mel Trott Firefighter, Michael C. Metell, Fire Prevention Officer Firefighter Boyd W. DeMello.  The department has sent the following information out to all Real Estate Agents and Falmouth Town Residents selling their homes.  Here is the new policy for certificate of compliance inspections: "In an effort to accommodate more inspections and make the ever increasing amount of requests for last minute inspections wo... 10/27/2010

Its A Beautiful Day On Cape Cod! The picture below was taken behind my house. It is the view we get to appreciate here on Cape Cod. Sometimes there are as many as 50 swans hanging out there. Today, there were swans and ducks. There is also a Ospreys and Hawks that hunt this area. With the colors changing and the air cooling, the Cape is a great place to enjoy fall. Come on down to Cape Cod. We have open houses all weekend, and Its A Beautiful Day On Cape Cod! 10/23/2010

Well, the rumors that Cape Cod has blown away have been greatly exaggerated. Yes the winds came. But it is more like a "Winnie the Pooh" blustery day than a storm. The picture below shows a Falmouth beach earlier today, before the sun was completely out. I like living in a resort! I like the idea that we are remote enough for the weather men/women to mis-predict the weather.  So, check here to see a pic every now and then. It is a beautiful day on Cape Cod! 10/15/2010

Falmouth MA Short Sales - Pre-foreclosure Purchase As a home buyer looking for value in the purchase of real estate you may consider a Falmouth MA short sale as a viable option. Buying a short sale is a difficult and often a frustrating process and should not be confused with a foreclosure. To have success, hire experienced professionals that understand all aspects of the transaction. Utilize the services of Realtors, attorneys, accountants, mortgage lenders and home inspectors as they all provide expert advice. A Falmouth Short Sale Defined Homeowners that have financial hardships may pursue a short sale prior to foreclosure. The property value is less than the outstanding liens on the property (mortgages and insurance premiums) and the homeowner does not have sufficient resources to p... 10/09/2010

Falmouth MA Short Sales - Pre-foreclosure Purchase As a home buyer looking for value in the purchase of real estate you may consider a Falmouth MA short sale as a viable option. Buying a short sale is a difficult and often a frustrating process and should not be confused with a foreclosure. To have success, hire experienced professionals that understand all aspects of the transaction. Utilize the services of Realtors, attorneys, accountants, mortgage lenders and home inspectors as they all provide expert advice. A Falmouth Short Sale Defined Homeowners that have financial hardships may pursue a short sale prior to foreclosure. The property value is less than the outstanding liens on the property (mortgages and insurance premiums) and the homeowner does not have sufficient resources to p... 09/04/2010

The Shining Sea Bikeway in Falmouth, Cape Cod -----Doesn't that name just speak to you? How could anyone NOT want to enjoy this Rails to Trails pathway? While we don't have a Sea to Shining Sea trail here on the mid-Peninsula or in the Silicon Valley, we do have some wonderful places to ride, both by the bay and in the hills. Ask, and I'll point you in the right direction to a trail that's right for you. The delightful Falmouth trail gets its name from the words of Falmouth's famous resident, Katherine Lee Bates, who wrote the poem, America the Beautiful. It is a 10.7mile pathway that goes between North Falmouth to the ferry terminal at the fishing village of Woods Hole, home to several major research institutions. It passes through salt marshes, cranberry bogs, ponds and woodlands, and... 08/28/2010

The reports of rain on Cape Cod are once again creating an opportunity! If you are wondering WEATHER or not you should let the CLOUDY reports of anti-BEACH sky DAMPen your travel plans - wonder no longer! There are a few gray areas still, but the SUN is starting to dominate! It is interesting how often the forecasters in Boston and Providence, the area tv stations, get the weather on this side of the bridges, wrong. We often have bright sunny days when there are storms just across The Canal. If you are wondering if you should wander down, wonder no longer! Falmouth has more waterfront than any other town in the US. Stop in and ask about waterfront properties and where the "hidden" beaches are! Here is a pic of Main Street that was taken early this morning. The gray is now SUNNY! See you... 07/24/2010

This well-maintained ranch home in the Great Harbors waterfront community in East Falmouth, MA has good curb appeal, but the when people entered the house, their attention was drawn to the furniture and a lifetime collection of items and not the house. We brought in Jayne Pelosi of Renaissance Interior Design to help prepare the home for sale. Jayne spent two hours rearranging furniture, packing knicknacks, and coordinating the relocation of all unneeded items to the garage for storage. The result was house that allows visitors to see the house and not the "stuff" even though she just worked with the owner's furniture. You can take a virtual tour of the house by visiting the house's designated website www.10halfmoon.com or by just clicking on the picture. I pay for Jayne to help the own... 07/21/2010

Summer in Falmouth is in full swing and there is plenty to do for everyone. Cape Cod is known for its beautiful beaches and outdoor activites including boating, hiking, biking, golf, surfing and almost anything else you can think of. But there is also a myriad of other activities that provide fun for every member of the family. Theater, music, craft shows, lectures, antique shows, miniature golf, dining of all types, and special festivals. Over the next few weeks, we plan to sample some of these and will report on them here. Every Monday night in Falmouth, an a capella male singing group called the Hyannis Sound appears at the First Congregational Church at 68 Main Street from 8-10 PM. The cost is only $10 per person and the performances by these college-aged young men are excellent.   07/18/2010

There is always a debate in real estate offices as to whether open houses really help to sell homes. I have always been a believer that open houses do generate business, but lately I have had some very well-attended open houses that have modified my approach a bit. The key to a good open house (in addition to the normal planning) is like real estate sales itself: location, location, location. Houses that are in high demand locations or settings will generate the highest amount of traffic. I have two waterfront listings that have attracted an average of 20-30 visitors for each open house. The number of leads generated has been exceptional and have resulted in 2 sales to date. Both houses that were featurd in the open houses also have several qualified buyers entertaining offers at the pr... 07/18/2010