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Posted on 11/18/2024

Recording studio desks: Making the best choice

When choosing the best furnishings for a home studio...

Home Audio

Home Recording Studio

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Posted on 11/11/2024

Solomon's Seal: Care Tips for Gardeners

Solomon's seal is a North American native plant popular in shady gardens. The elegant stems and small flowers spread out to cover the ground to create a lush, woodland setting in any yard. If you're interested in growing Solomon's seal in your own garden, here are some essential care tips to know: Light Solomon's seal plants natural environment...

Home Living

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Posted on 11/04/2024

The best weird features of old houses

While trends and necessities change, some so-called weird...

Posted on 10/28/2024

Tips to Consider Before Installing Your Driveway

Paved driveways are widely credited with increasing curb appeal and improving real estate values. However, dirt, gravel or driveways suffering from disrepair can negatively impact home sales. If you rank among homeowners who need a new driveway installation, these are things worth considering. What driveway material should you use? The best material for a driveway is driven by...

Posted on 10/21/2024

Prayer Plants & Other Houseplants That Bloom Indoors

Most plants kept as houseplants are native to tropical regions where the conditions are considerably different than the average home. These plants are very adaptable and can flourish indoors in many climates, but they are unlikely to produce flowers unless they're grown in the wild. However, some houseplants like prayer plants can surprise you with blooms. Here are...

Posted on 10/14/2024

First-Time Homebuyers: Understanding the Basics

“First-time homebuyer” is a commonly used term in all areas of real estate. But what exactly is a first-time homebuyer? Here are the specific factors that qualify somebody as a first-time homebuyer and why they are important: Who Qualifies as a First-Time Homebuyer? As suggested by the name, a first-time homebuyer is any person who is purchasing their...

Posted on 10/07/2024

Game room setup: How to create your ideal home game room

Home entertainment used to refer to large sound systems...

Posted on 09/30/2024

Outdoor patio furniture ideas: Here's what's trending

Consulting the latest design trends can be a goldmine for...

Posted on 09/23/2024

How to Build a Radiator Cover Shelf

Radiator covers can be expensive and difficult to make. One of the major reasons decorating or hiding a radiator presents a problem for homeowners is not all radiators are the same dimensions. Luckily, creating a simple floating shelf is a great way to make your radiator attractive and functional no matter the size. Here's all the info you'll...

Posted on 09/16/2024

PITI: What it is & why it matters

PITI, which is short for "principal, interest, taxes and...

Posted on 11/20/2024

Another Property Sold - 41 Belvedere Rd, Boxford, MA 01921

Contemporary Deck House in private, wooded setting ready for your personal touches. The outdoor enthusiast will enoy the cul-de-sac location with direct access to BTA/Bolt Conservation Trails for hiking, biking and cross country skiing. Fish and kayak at Hoveys Pond or Sperry Pond, which are close by. Inside the home you'll find typical Deck House features including vaulted tongue and groove wood ceilings, open floor plan, sliders and large windows overlooking the wooded setting, 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The living room and family room both have large fireplaces. Many recent updates include: new LVP flooring, ductless mini-splits,...

Posted on 10/04/2024

41 Belvedere Rd, Boxford, MA 01921 is now new to the market!

Contemporary Deck House in private, wooded setting ready for your personal touches. The outdoor enthusiast will enoy the cul-de-sac location with direct access to BTA/Bolt Conservation Trails for hiking, biking and cross country skiing. Fish and kayak at Hoveys Pond or Sperry Pond, which are close by. Inside the home you'll find typical Deck House features including vaulted tongue and groove wood ceilings, open floor plan, sliders and large windows overlooking the wooded setting, 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The living room and family room both have large fireplaces. Many recent updates include: new LVP flooring, ductless mini-splits,...