What Is Chelmsford Known For?
Ask a room of Greater Lowell residents what Chelmsford is known for and the answers come fast: a historic town center on a classic New…
Author: Chris Doherty
Moving to Chelmsford
Moving to Chelmsford is really a decision about which part of Chelmsford you want, because the town is not one place. It is about 30…
Is Selling My House Myself Worth It?
For most sellers, no. Selling your house yourself can save the listing commission, but it usually costs more than it saves in a lower sale…
Do I Pay Taxes When I Sell My House?
Maybe. Many homeowners who sell a primary residence owe no federal capital gains tax at all, thanks to a generous exclusion, but whether you owe…
What Closing Costs Does a Seller Pay in Massachusetts?
A Massachusetts seller's closing costs include the deed excise tax, attorney fees, a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate, and several smaller charges tied to your…
Pros and Cons of Living in Chelmsford
Every town pitch skips the tradeoffs. Here is the honest version for Chelmsford, the things people love about living here and the things that genuinely…
Is Chelmsford a Good Place to Live?
Yes, Chelmsford is a good place to live, and it earns that answer in a specific way: it is a Middlesex County town, about 30…
Can I Sell My House If I Still Have a Mortgage?
Yes. Almost every home I sell in Lowell has a mortgage on it, and it causes no problem at all. Your mortgage does not need…
How Much Money Will I Walk Away With When I Sell My House?
What you keep from a home sale is the sale price minus your mortgage payoff, the commission, and your seller closing costs. For most Lowell…
How Much Are Real Estate Agent Fees?
Real estate agent fees in Massachusetts are negotiable. There is no standard commission rate, no matter what you may have heard, and any agent who…