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Frequently Used Lending and Closing Terms

Posted on Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 by

Understanding the home loan process can be complicated, particularly with all of the loan-specific terms. Becoming familiar with frequently used lending terms may make the process less stressful. In this article you will find information on frequently used lending terms. This list, however, is not exhaustive.

The Massachusetts Real Estate Market: Predictions for 2013

Posted on Tuesday, February 12th, 2013 by

With the excess of free time that can be afforded to oneself due to a lack of power caused from the Blizzard of 2013, I started to ponder: what will the Massachusetts real estate market would look like at the end of 2013?  Hence, here my thoughts on where I see the market headed this [...]

The Difference Between Appraisal And Assessment Values

Posted on Thursday, November 8th, 2012 by

William Raveis Real Estate provides an explanation for the difference between appraised and assessed home values.

The Benefits of Hiring a Buyer Agent

Posted on Wednesday, October 24th, 2012 by

William Raveis talks about the importance of and services provided by a buyer’s agent.

What Are Pre-paid Expenses And Escrows & What Do They Have to Do with Closings?

Posted on Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012 by

William Raveis reviews commonly misunderstood real estate terminology, specifically, Pre-Paid Expenses and Escrows.

Post Accepted Offer Checklist

Posted on Tuesday, August 7th, 2012 by

A William Raveis associate on the Cape talks about the often lengthy process involved after a seller receives an offer on his or her home.

Short Sales Don’t Have to Be Scary

Posted on Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 by

William Tierney, an agent in our Scituate, MA office, talks about 5 items buyers need to know prior to purchasing a short sale.

The Homebuyer Checklist- 5 Concepts for Homebuyers to Ponder

Posted on Tuesday, April 10th, 2012 by

William Raveis associate, William Tierney, provides a 5-step checklist for those preparing to buy a home.

10 Reasons Your Home Won’t Sell

Posted on Thursday, February 16th, 2012 by

An agent in one of William Raveis’ South Shore, MA offices talks about 10 key reasons why homes don’t sell.

Common Seller Mistakes to Avoid When Listing Your Home

Posted on Thursday, January 26th, 2012 by

6 common home selling mistakes and how to avoid them.