House Bargains

      Houses that are spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated tend to sell quickly, and for top dollar. There can be substantial savings for home-buyers who are willing to overlook surface clutter or other cosmetic failings of a house.

      When you look at a home that needs work, try to imagine it with fresh paint, refinished floors and new carpet. Consider the good things about the house. Would it get more sunlight if the draperies were opened and the windows cleaned? Does the back yard have potential? Try to distinguish between the cosmetic condition of the house and the state of its structure and major systems. Some fixer-uppers need a lot of professional attention from electricians, plumbers and other expensive professionals, while others are true bargains that can be transformed with a little elbow grease, a paint brush, and your imagination.

For professional advice on all aspects of buying and selling real estate call Juniper Realty, 781-769-4818 or email us at juniperrealty@aol.com