REMAX Leading Edge of Woburn will be hosting an Artist reception for Gerry Kehoe of Innitou Photo.  Some of Gerry's work is on display on the walls of REMAX Woburn and is available for purchase.  Her work focuses on the incredible nature of Horn Pond in Woburn. The reception will be held on Sunday, November 7th from 2:00pm - 4:00pm at REMAX Leading Edge 494 Main St, Woburn MA.  Refreshments will be served.  Can't make the reception? Feel free to stop by the REMAX Woburn office anytime to view Gerry's work while enjoying a free cup of coffee. Innitou Photo is located in Woburn, MA on the shores Horn Pond.  Gerry was born and raised in Woburn, and has lived for over 35 years on these same shores of Horn Pond with her husband and two daughters. She is a self-taught naturalist and an accom... 11/04/2010

The 2010 North Suburban YMCA Gala will be Friday November 5, 2010.  The gala will be held at the Winchester Country Club from 6:00-9:00pm.   The North Suburban YMCA Gala will include a silent auction and food/ wine paring. Tickets for the event are $50. All proceeds from the event will benefit the annual Reach out Campaign. Event Details:Winchester Country Club468 Mystic StreetWinchester, MA Friday, November 5, 2010 from 6:00-9:00pm Wine & Food Pairing - Silent Auction Get more information or purchase event tickets. 11/03/2010

The Annual Woburn Halloween Parade happens to fall on Halloween Day.  On Sunday, October 31, 2010 Woburn shuts down Main St for its 56th Annual Halloween Parade! This event, hosted by the Woburn Lions Club, "draws in excess of 80,000 people a year, hosting over 25 bands such as the University of New Hampshire, Mass Maritime, Waltham American Legion and many New England High Schools and local community bands. More that 90 floats from local groups & organizations make this a true family event." The Woburn Halloween Paradestarts at 1pm but seasoned parade goers know that you have to arrive early to reserve your spot along the route.  Some parade enthusiasts mark their spot by setting up chairs the night before.  RE/MAX Leading Edge and myself will be hosting an open house on Halloween Day... 10/26/2010

Three dogs were sitting in the waiting room at the vet's when they struck up a conversation. The Black Labrador turned to the yellow Labrador and said, " So why are you here ? " The yellow Lab replied, "I'm a pisser. I piss on everything....the sofa, the curtains, the cat, the kids. But the final straw was last night when I pissed in the middle of my owner's bed." The black Lab said, "So what’s the vet going to do?" "Gonna cut my nuts off "came the reply from the yellow Lab. "They reckon it'll calm me down." The Yellow Lab then turned to the Black Lab and asked "why are you here? " The Black Lab said, "I'm a digger. I dig under fences, dig up flowers and trees, I dig just for the hell of it. When I'm inside, I dig up the carpets. But I went over the line last night when I dug a great bi... 10/22/2010

Happy National Estate Planning Awareness Week!  Oh, didn't have this on your calender?  Well, you might want to rethink that.  The National Estate Planning Awareness Week, sponsored by the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils and The NAEPC Foundation, is part of an ongoing initiative and commitment to promote financial awareness and literacy in estate planning throughout the year. On September 27, 2008 Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA), along with 49 additional members of the House of Representatives, helped pass H. Res. 1499 proclaiming the third full week in October as National Estate Planning Awareness Week.   This year National Estate Planning Awareness Week goes from October 18-24, 2010. One of the most recent components of this public outreach effort is the launch of an onl... 10/18/2010

Altavesta School Balloon Event: As the students arrive at school there is something happening on the field that promises that this won't be just another school day.   A few minutes later as the kids stand on that same field they are treated to a live demonstration of the steps balloon pilot, Chris Mooney, takes to make sure that Big Max, the RE/MAX hot air balloon, is inflated and ready to fly.   Although they won't be in the basket today, the kids are able to see how the burner heats the air causing the balloon to rise. As part of the RE/MAX Challenge the Wind Program, RE/MAX Leading Edge has recently brought the program to the Dallin School in Arlington and the Altavesta School in Woburn. "The kids impressed me with their questions, they were right on", remarked Chris. Tara Rossi, Dal... 10/15/2010

Prudential Preferred Realty Woburn, MA 2010 Pumpkin Day Celebration Memoir's October 2, 2010                                  10/13/2010

September, 2010 saw 7 condos sold in Woburn. These condos sold in Woburn were on the market an average of 51 days.  Last year at this time, there were 8 condos sold in Woburn with an average market time of only 81 days! It took an average of 30 days less to sell condos in Woburn in September of 2010 compared to September of 2009.  In addition, the median prices of condos sold in Woburn increased by an average of $86,325!  At the end of September, 2010 there were still 48 condos for sale in Woburn MA. Visit Live Woburn to search All Condos for Sale in Woburn MA. Your complete guide to real estate in Woburn MA.     10/12/2010

September, 2010 saw 16 homes sold in Woburn. These homes sold in Woburn were on the market an average of 121 days.  Last year at this time, there were 19 homes sold in Woburn with an average market time of only 59 days! It took an average of 62 more days to sell homes in Woburn in September of 2010 compared to September of 2009.  In addition, the median prices of homes sold in Woburn dropped by an average of $38,250!  At the end of September, 2010 there were still 114 homes for sale in Woburn MA. Visit Live Woburn to search All Homes for Sale in Woburn MA. Your complete guide to real estate in Woburn MA.     10/12/2010

The verdict is in and I've been found guilty!  The evidence was stacked against me too.  Last months newsletter to my clients addressed this very issue of protecting yourself from unscrupulous contractors!  I had warned my clients AND myself and still fell prey.  I failed to walk the talk!  Do what I say not what I do applies here....    The issue...my leaky roof.  Trying to save a few bucks I searched Craigslist (insert gasp here) for someone who was desperate for work. Ok, ok I deserve everything that happened next.  In short, broken promises, lost sleep, shady dealings, a roof that looks WORSE and leaks MORE than when he started and hundreds of dollars poorer!   Of course I knew that paying for 80% of the job before the work was completed was a bad idea but how could I say no to thi... 10/11/2010

View All Open Houses in Woburn MA  Open Houses are a great way to introduce yourself to a property. Rather than driving around Woburn looking for open house signs view the list of all Open Houses in Woburn MA before you leave. OR Search All Homes For Sale in Woburn MA.  Register for FREE MLS Access!   After registering, you will be able to view all Homes For Sale in Woburn MA and BEYOND! 10/10/2010

Frustrated by the delay of not  knowing if the offer to buy the Short Sale Property of your dreams is accepted? It's understandable. Thousands of people just like you found a property in a area, with all the features and benefits they wanted at a reasonable price. They wrote an offer, did a home inspection, had the offer accepted by the seller and now 2-3-4-5-6 months later haven't heard from the lender. You call your agent daily - who I assume is contacting the attorney daily asking what the status of the offer is. But all you hear is "It's pending" After speaking with friend that started their home search the same time. Made an offer on a foreclosure around the same time. And to put salt in the wound, they say they've already closed on the sale of their new property. So, what should y... 10/08/2010

An Animal Shelter fund raiser to benefit Charley's Strays Animal Shelter will be held on October 16, 2010 from 11am to  3pm at the First Baptist Church located at 3 Winn St in Woburn. 100% of the proceeds of this animal shelter fund raiser will go to support Charley's Strays Animial shelter and the animals housed within. For more information call Gabriele Brewer at 207-325-8894 Charley's Strays Animal Shelter is a non-profit, no kill shelter located in Maine. "Charley's Strays  takes in dogs and cats of all ages, breeds, sizes and shapes." They also "endeavor to take in older and special needs animals other shelters won't take, and try to give them as much love and a comfortable home as possible." 10/07/2010

Horn Pond Woburn MA is home to some great wildlife.  Along the  walking and jogging trails of Horn Pond you may make some new "friends".  The enjoyment of Horn Pond Woburn MA does'nt end with the beautiful pond or the great fall foliage. It continues with some of the great wildlife you will see along the way. While walking my dog Eddy, I spotted this curious little raccoon sunning himself near a stream of water at Horn Pond Woburn MA.   10/05/2010

In the article titled "6 Things You Think Add Value to Your Home - But Really Don't" by Jean Folger featured in Investopedia.com Financial Edge section. You'll hear from someone besides your Realtor why you can't ask for more money because your home has these added touches. In this article Jean talks about Swimming Pools, Wall to Wall Carpet, Invisible Improvements (like HVAC, Plumbing, etc), High End Upgrades, expensive landscaping and over improving for a neighborhood. She also includes several links for you to browse through and learn more. If you have 20 minutes, it worth it to read this story. And to keep in mind when pricing your home or making an offer on a home.   For more information on home buying or selling in Massachusetts. Feel free to drop a line to me or call anytime. Tha... 10/04/2010

THE ECONOMY IS SO BAD THAT … I got a pre-declined credit card in the mail. Wives are having sex with their husbands because they can no longer afford batteries. CEO's are now playing miniature golf. Exxon-Mobil laid off 25 Congressmen. I saw a Mormon with only one wife. I bought a toaster oven and my free gift was a bank. Angelina Jolie adopted a child from America . Motel Six won't leave the light on anymore. A picture is now only worth 200 words. They renamed Wall Street " Wal-Mart Street . When Bill and Hillary travel together, they now have to share a room. The Treasure Island casino in Las Vegas is now managed by Somali pirates. And, finally... I was so depressed last night thinking about the economy, wars, jobs, my savings, Social Security, retirement funds, etc., I called the Sui... 10/04/2010

If  your planning on buying or selling. Knowing how your area schools rank outside the neighborhood is very useful. Here is a brief overview of a study by the Wall Street Journal to consider when marketing your property of selecting to purchase in an town or city. According to the Wall Street Journal  that asked several of the nations large companies  "where the best qualified candidates were found" . The companies responded....here is a short list of 5 (in no particular order) from the 25. Feel free to visit the Wall Street Journal " Top 25 Recruiter Picks " for the complete story. Arizona State  - Business/ Economics and Engineering University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) -Business Economics, Finance, Computer Sciences, Accounting, Engineering and Marketing/Advertising Georgia Institute of... 10/04/2010

If you own a property that has deeded conservation land on it, and you plan on selling it. You should confirm you have the following document WPA Form 8B - Certificate of Compliance recored on you title. I repeat Recorded on your Title.  If you don't have a Certificate of Compliance. You should submit a Request for Certificate of Compliance form 8A   TODAY If you are a listing agent and the home you are about to put on the market has conservation land on it. Review the Title, double check the Certificate of Compliance has the same book and page on it before you begin to market the property. If the home is missing WPA Form 8B Certificate of Compliance. Compete a Request for Certificate of Compliance Form 8A  immediately. The process to obtain the Certificate in Massachusetts can take up ... 10/02/2010

Prudential Preferred Realty Woburn Annual Pumpkin Day Celebration. October 2, 2010 10am - 1pm Face Painting Free Pumpkins Spooky Cakes & Other Refreshments Served Come Decorate A Complimentary Pumpkin Special Appearance by:  Scarecrow  Bring the Family . See you there!   10/01/2010

For all of you yard sale enthusiasts you will not want to miss this opportunity in Woburn!  On Saturday,  October 2, 2010 there will be a Giant Yard Sale in Woburnin the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church Parking lot located at 70 Montvale Ave, Woburn. My mother always used to say that one man's junk is another man's treaasure! People from all over will be there cleaning out there closets, attics and garages with treasures for you to buy! The Giant Yard sale in Woburn will start at 8:00am and end at 1:00pm. In addition to this Giant Yard Sale there will be a snack bar and a pink bake sale which will be supporting breast cancer!  This is an event you will truly not want to miss!  You can also participant in the event and sell your treasures by renting space for $25.  F... 10/01/2010