Are you under pressure to put your Needham home up for sale? Find out how to sell your home fast in this post.     When you're facing a difficult situation like financial hardship, bankruptcy, divorce, or simply moving away because of a career change or needing a large space for your growing family, you may be feeling the pressure to sell your current home.   Selling a home can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially if it is your first time. Even experienced sellers still feel some level of anxiety when it comes to parting with their home.   In today's competitive market, having a beautiful home is not enough. Your home must stand out, be more appealing, more attractive, and better priced over other Needham homes for sale in MA.   This means putting more time and effort into the se... 03/25/2019

Why determine your home’s worth?   It's still a seller's market and if you've decided to sell your Needham MA home, you're probably thinking how much you can sell it for.   Knowing how much your home is worth makes it easier to determine the listing price, which is a very important factor in selling your home. Another reason you should find out your home’s value is to know if you can afford a refinancing.   How to determine your home's value There are several ways you can check your home's worth.     Thanks to the Internet, there are plenty of online home valuation tools that offer free estimates for your home's worth.    Take advantage of these free offers, but use their results only as the starting point for pricing your home. I hope you realize that free online valuation tools, thoug... 01/20/2019

If you’re in the market for a new home in Needham, you’re also probably thinking of mortgage and down payment.Buying a home is expensive. You have to produce down payment, you need money for the closing costs, and there are still plenty of sleeper fees involved.How much money do you need if you are buying a home for sale in Needham?A home’s location has a significant influence on the home’s price. Needham is an upscale suburban community with some of the most expensive neighborhoods in the country. This community is proud of its affluent residents, many of whom are professionals, entrepreneurs, and business people. The average listing price for Needham MA  homes for sale is over $1 million. At that amount, you probably have to take a conventional type of mortgage. Conventional loans are... 01/07/2019

Thinking of moving out of Needham? Are you thinking of selling your Needham MA home? Selling a home can be time-consuming and stressful. Just thinking of the effort to get the house ready to put on the market is enough to make a home seller anxious.  Fortunately, there are some tried-and-tested ways that will get your home ready for sale, stand out in the competition, and be irresistible to buyers.  The best tips to follow To make things less stressful for you and to ensure the success of your home selling journey, here are nine proven tips that will give your home the necessary advantage. 1.  Choose the right agent. A real estate agent’s assistance is invaluable in selling your home so be wise in choosing the agent to work with. Your home is one of your biggest investments so find an a... 11/18/2018

 A single family home that contains 3,717 sq ft and was built in 2005. It contains 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. This home last sold for $1,125,000 in September 2018.   SOLD! 96 Hillside Ave Needham MA 02494 Overview Maps Photos $1,125,000 Single Family Home Main Features 5 Bedrooms3 Full BathroomsInterior: 3,717 sqftLot: 0.29 acre(s) Location 96 Hillside AveNeedham, MA 02494USA Sheila A Moylan United Real Estate - Boston(781) 559-4057sheilamoylanrealtor@gmail.comhttp://www.needham-westwoodareahomes.com   Our recent listings 95 Sycamore Dr Westwood - Colonial for Sale | $1,150,000 | Westwood, MA386 Oak St Westwood | $1,399,999 | Westwood, MA Subscribe to our listing feed See more Needham, MA real estate for sale    SOLD LISTINGS   11/13/2018

Stressed out because of home-selling? If it is your first time to sell your Needham MA home, the planning and preparation process can be a little daunting and nerve-wracking.  With so many things to do and so little time and help to do it, you may feel stressed out just thinking about the process that lies ahead.   But home selling doesn’t have to be difficult. It is possible to have a smooth and stress-free real estate journey when you have the help of a real estate agent who is amazing at what she’s doing. Choose someone with the experience, skills, and commitment to work like me, Sheila Moylan.   I have been in the real estate business since 1989. There are many Realtors®, but there aren’t many that will work as hard as I will or go the extra mile to make sure that you are happy with... 10/16/2018

So you’ve decided to sell your home.​It’s on the market along with many other properties. So how do you make your home stand out and become irresistible to as many buyers as possible? An ordinary home with ordinary features is not going to attract potential buyers’ attention. You need to step up your game and go beyond the ordinary. Wondering how you can do this? Let me share with you a few ideas that doesn’t require going to serious lengths to make your home stand out from the other homes for sale in Needham MA. 1. Start with the outside​If you want to create a great first impression, make sure to give your exterior a little boost. A fresh coat of paint can go a long way in making your home look better. You can also add some plants of shrubs or flowers if there’s room. Don’t forget to ... 09/23/2018

Looking for an ideal community to live, work, and play? Come and see the quintessential New England town Needham!Needham is a town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, located just 10 miles west of Boston. A peaceful suburb, it is known for its welcoming atmosphere, gorgeous historic homes, and spacious parks. It is surrounded by similar suburban communities that attract affluent and professional residents.  When you buy a home for sale in Needham, you will be joining a community of people who truly love their town. The neighborhoods are close-knit and there are plenty of activities to keep everyone busy and engaged! Things to do in Needham MANeedham is bordered by the Charles River on three sides, offering many outdoor recreational options like kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Its suburba... 07/25/2018

If you are looking for a great place to live in Massachusetts, one of your best options is Needham. Aside from its highly regarded school system, this city is also known for its thriving industries. Living in Needham is not a hard decision to make if you know the things that make it a magnet for homebuyers. The development of the city started after World War II when tech companies started to flock into the area to transform Needham’s poor farming industry to mills. From then on, the city has flourished and become the city it is today. Here are the things you need to know about living in Needham MA: It Has an A-Rated Educational SystemSchools in Needham are some of the best in Massachusetts. In fact, aside from the great schools that are already built in the area, a new school is set to ... 06/11/2018

Owning a home is everybody’s life goal. Unfortunately, some people tend to delay buying a home for some reasons until they realize they are already too old to own one. One of the reasons some people delay homeownership is the idea that there are a lot of things more worth spending money on than a home, such as children’s education, life insurance or a car. Some also delay homeownership thinking that the value of their dream real estate property could still go down in the future. While buying a home may sound too ambitious for some, the truth is that it has far more long-term benefits than most people think. If you are hesitant to dip your toe into home ownership, here are some of the reasons why you must not delay your home purchase: Value of Real Estate Properties Appreciates through T... 05/25/2018

This home has high ceilings, local builder, high-end finishes, walk-in bedrooms closets, with closet organizers, spacious rooms, great design for 1st floor.  SOLD! 216 Valley Rd, Needham, MA 02492 Overview Maps Photos Market Stats  $1,308,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms 1 Full Bathroom 1 Half Bathroom Interior: 1,119 sqft Lot: 0.40 acre(s) Year Built: 1948 Location 216 Valley Rd Needham, MA 02492 USA Sheila A MoylanUnited Real Estate - Boston (781) 559-4057 sheilamoylanrealtor@gmail.com http://www.needham-westwoodareahomes.com         Listed by: Sheila Moylan Our recent listings1 Bedrooom Apt in Needham, MA - Greendale Ave | $1,750 | Needham, MA  Subscribe to our listing feed See more Needham, MA real estate for sale SOLD LISTINGS Powered by RealBird.com 03/14/2018

Selling your home Your career is taking your out of Needham MA. You are considering taking a loan against your home equity for the business you've just started. You are planning to upgrade because your family is growing.  You've been in your home for a long time and would simply like to know how much it is worth now. Any of those might be your reason for wanting to know your Needham home's worth. How do you find a reliable source of your home's value? There are several ways you can have an estimate of your home's value.  You can use any of the free home value estimator online, but do not expect the number to be accurate, nor use it as your home's listing price. With our generation’s dependency on computers, it is an easy matter to use an online home estimator. There is no denying that c... 09/28/2017

Planning to sell your home? When the time has come put your Needham MA home up for sale, your first question is probably “How much can I sell it for?”. The next one is probably "How do I add value to it?”. If you are thinking of boosting the value of your home but have a limited budget, there are many things you can do that will yield high returns. You just have to know which home renovations or improvements to do, because some renovations don't pay off. Top 5 most affordable home improvements Here are some home improvements that won't break the bank but can easily add thousands of dollars to your home's worth. An efficient and updated kitchen Home buyers love a spacious and updated kitchen. Your budget may not allow you to replace all the kitchen appliances, but there are still some th... 09/14/2017

Get ready to fall in love with this quintessential family-centric town!Take your pick from the beautiful homes for sale in Needham.  Needham is a delightful residential town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It is a suburb of Boston. It is located on rocky uplands within a loop of the Charles River. Almost half of the households here are married families with children.  It developed slowly as a town of farming, grazing, and small water-powered mills. Before the 20th century, knitwear manufacturing was the town’s economic backbone. After World War II and with the opening of Route 128, Needham gained access to the developing electronics industry.  As part of Boston’s metropolitan area, Needham is surrounded by similar suburban communities. It is bordered by Wellesley, West Roxbury, Newton... 07/07/2017

Buying a Home? 4 Demands to Make on Your Real Estate Agent | Real Estate with Pat Baker Buying a Home? 4 Demands to Make on Your Real Estate Agent - Simplifying the Market™// // // // // // // // // Toggle navigation Real Estate with  Pat BakerKeeping Current Matters Buying? Selling? Get in Touch Home Language Español   Buying a Home? 4 Demands to Make on Your Real Estate Agent Tuesday November 1st, 2016Thursday October 27th, 2016 simplify First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers SHARE THIS POST:   Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Google+ Pinterest Print // Are you thinking of buying a home? Are you dreading having to walk through strangers’ houses? Are you concerned about getting the paperwork correct? Hiring a professional real estate agent can take away most of the challenges of ... 10/31/2016

4 Reasons to Buy This Fall Monday September 26th, 2016 First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers   Real Estate with  Pat Baker Get in Touch Home  Language   4 Reasons to Buy This Fall Monday September 26th, 2016 First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers SHARE THIS POST:   Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Google+ Pinterest Print It’s that time of year; the seasons are changing and with them come thoughts of the upcoming holidays, family get-togethers, and planning for a new year. Those who are on the fence about whether or not now is the right time to buy don’t have to look much further to find four great reasons to consider buying a home now, instead of waiting. 1. Prices Will Continue to Rise CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Inde... 09/27/2016

  5 Reasons Why Owning A Home Makes Sense Financially Real Estate with  Pat Baker Get in Touch Home  Language Harvard: 5 Reasons Why Owning A Home Makes Sense Financially Monday June 13th, 2016 First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers SHARE THIS POST:   Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Google+ Pinterest Print We have reported many times that the American Dream of homeownership is alive and well. The personal reasons to own a home differ for each buyer, but there are many basic similarities. Eric Belsky is the Managing Director of the Joint Center of Housing Studies (JCHS) at Harvard University. He authored a paper on homeownership titled - The Dream Lives On: The Future of Homeownership in America. In his paper, Belsky reveals five financial reasons why people should consider buying ... 09/01/2016

  Real Estate Values Today Compared to Pre-2008 Peak   Real Estate with  Pat Baker Real Estate Values Today Compared to Pre-2008 Peak Wednesday August 10th, 2016 For Buyers, For Sellers, Pricing SHARE THIS POST:   Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Google+ Pinterest Print This housing market has many people talking about home values; where they are and where they are headed. It’s also interesting to look back and see how home prices compare to values prior to the housing crisis.   Every quarter, Freddie Mac releases their House Price Index. The index usually provides monthly home values for: the nation as a whole each of the 50 states 367 metropolitan statistical areas This quarter, the report also included a look at today’s home values as compared to Pre-2008 values. Here is a graphic that brea... 08/10/2016

Home Sales Accelerate During The “Dog Days of Summer” [INFOGRAPHIC]   Real Estate with  Pat Baker Home Sales Accelerate During The “Dog Days of Summer” [INFOGRAPHIC] Friday July 29th, 2016 For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics SHARE THIS POST:   Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Google+ Pinterest Print Some Highlights: Existing home sales have accelerated to the highest pace since February 2007 at an annual pace of 5.57 million. Inventory of homes for sale remains below the historically normal 6-month mark at a 4.6-month supply, down 5.8% year-over-year. Median home sales prices rose to $247,700, 4.8% higher than a year ago and replaced the previous peak in May of $238,900. You might also enjoy reading... 2 Tips For Getting The Most Money When Selling Your House 3 Quest... 07/29/2016

A Homeowner’s Net Worth is 45x Greater Than a Renter’s! Real Estate with  Pat Baker Get in Touch Home  Language   Tuesday July 19th, 2016 First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers SHARE THIS POST:   Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Google+ Pinterest Print Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts a Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. The latest survey, which includes data from 2010-2013, reports that a homeowner’s net worth is 36 times greater than that of a renter ($194,500 vs. $5,400). In a Forbes article, the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Chief Economist Lawrence Yun predicts that in 2016 the net worth gap will widen even further to 45 times greater. The graph below demonstrates the results of the last two Federal Reserve s... 07/18/2016