How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in Massachusetts?
The cost of selling a house in Massachusetts goes well beyond the agent's commission. Between the commission, the state deed excise tax, attorney fees, and…
Author: Chris Doherty
Can I Sell a House That Needs Repairs?
Yes, you can sell a house that needs repairs, and in Lowell those houses sell every week. The real question is not whether it will…
Is Staging a House Worth It?
Yes, staging is worth it for most homes, but it does not have to mean renting a truckload of furniture. Staging simply means presenting each…
Lowell vs. Chelmsford Living
Lowell and Chelmsford sit side by side, but they offer different daily lives. Lowell is a city with a downtown, a train station, mill lofts,…
Is Lowell a Good Place to Live?
Yes, Lowell is a good place to live, and I say that as someone who was born here, lived downtown on Market Street, and still…
Should I Renovate Before Selling My House?
Usually no. A full renovation before selling rarely pays for itself, and I talk more sellers out of renovating than into it. The math is…
Can I Sell My House As Is?
Yes, you can absolutely sell your house as is in Massachusetts. As is simply means you are selling the property in its current condition and…
Should I Paint My House Before Selling?
Yes, in most cases you should paint before selling. Paint is the highest return, lowest cost improvement a seller can make, and it is the…
What Is Lowell Known For?
Lowell is known as the birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution, the first great planned mill city in the country, and the place where the…
What Should I Not Fix Before Selling My House?
Do not fix things that work, things buyers will redo anyway, or things your neighborhood's prices will never pay you back for. Sellers lose more…