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May 23, 2016

Attending An Open House?

May 17, 2016

Does Buyer Feedback Matter?

      As you may have heard on previous episodes of the podcast, Russell Realty Minute, we had talked about the two reasons why homes won’t sell. The conclusions that we came to were the possibilities of the over pricing of a property and […]
May 16, 2016

Your Home’s Assessed Value

May 15, 2016

Episode 1

May 9, 2016

Is Social Media a False Positive?

  There are two schools of thought here… If you are not using Facebook and Twitter to GROW your business, and you keep pushing your real estate message on the same 100 or so friends that you have, then you are most likely not getting […]
May 8, 2016

A Phone Is So Much More Than A Phone

A phone is so much more than a text messaging, call receiving, voice mail checking device. Our phones are as important to us as our wallets. We turn back home if we forget it, we use it to communicate even in the presence of other […]
May 5, 2016

Selling A House With Pets At Home

  When we have pets, they quickly become a part of our family. But when it comes to selling your home, potential buyers may not be impressed by the presence of your four-legged family member. Whether it’s due to allergies or a simple case of […]
May 2, 2016

Unlikely Rooms Can Sell Homes

  So many times when homes are for sale, people forget that some areas of the home need a little more attention than others. Think about it for a minute, what’s the room that gets cleaned the least in your home? Now, I’ll bet you […]
April 30, 2016

Protecting Your Valuables When Selling

  Selling your home can cause potential anxiety about your personal privacy. With your doors open to a nearly constant stream of strangers through your home, you may worry that your personal information is at risk. Protecting your personal information is a top priority. Here […]
April 27, 2016

Russell Realty Group sponsors both NRLL and North Reading Girls Softball

With the launch of the the Russell Realty Group in North Reading in January, Russell Realty Group has wasted no time before jumping in and giving back to the local community by supporting and sponsoring both a North Reading Girls U8 Softball Team and a […]
April 26, 2016

Three Deadly Mistakes Every Home Buyer Should Avoid

    Deadly Mistake #1: Thinking you can’t afford it: Today, buying the home of your dreams is easier than ever before. Many people who thought that buying the home they wanted was simply out of their reach are now enjoying a new lifestyle in […]
April 23, 2016
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Investment Property – Leveraging Rental Property Equity

  Owning investment property is a tremendous wealth building strategy. Thousands upon thousands of individuals have amassed great wealth by investing in rental properties. Unfortunately, few investment property owners learn how to leverage equity in a way that maximizes tax deductions while creating and locking […]
April 22, 2016

Partnership With Internship Program For Local Youths With Disabilities

  North Reading, MA (Apr. 22, 2016) – Russell Realty Group partners with disability and inclusion organization, Triangle, to provide career opportunities for local youth. According to the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC), 80% of people with disabilities that are not exposed to work by the […]
April 22, 2016

Buying A House With Resale Value

The most important three factors are: location, location and location It’s one of our biggest investments and some of us are doing it more than once during our life. Like many things in our life that have changed dramatically, so did our habitation practices. Most […]
April 20, 2016

Your Email Inbox Is Your To-Do List

  In the constantly evolving, ever increasing realm of theories, techniques, and gadgets to assist the multitasking businessperson striving to prioritize and keep current, the most obvious tool is most often overlooked: Your e-mail inbox is the perfect to-do list. It is the one-stop-shop for […]
April 18, 2016

Real Estate Value

What is real estate value? It isn’t what you have into your house. It isn’t what you feel it is worth. It is what the market will pay. How do you figure out what the market will pay? For single family homes, the best way […]
April 16, 2016

Why So Much Paperwork?

Why is there so much paperwork mandated by the bank for a mortgage loan application when buying a home today? It seems that the bank needs to know everything about us and requires three separate sources to validate each and every entry on the application […]
April 11, 2016

Another Home Sold

Looking around on the Internet, Facebook, and other social networking sites, I seem to stumble across my peers and my colleagues whether by their advertisements or posts where the real estate agents boast, “Another home sold by ABC Real Estate!” It’s as though they are […]
April 10, 2016

Homeowner’s Insurance

  If you need a loan to buy your home, you will be required to purchase homeowner’s, or hazard, insurance. The reason is simple, lenders want to know that you are protecting their investment from harm. Even without the mortgage requirement, you should carry homeowner’s […]
March 24, 2016

Earnest Money – What You Need To Know

  You include earnest money with an offer on a house to show the seller that the you are serious about purchasing the house. It becomes part of the down payment if the offer is accepted, is returned if the offer is rejected, or is […]
March 18, 2016

What’s the Truth About Flipping Real Estate?

  Would You Like to Make Money Flipping Real Estate? Many beginning real estate investors get started by flipping real estate to make quick cash. If you would like to make more money by investing in real estate, you need to know a few essentials. […]
March 13, 2016

Tips for Single Homebuyers

  In the last few years, homes have became increasingly owned by single homeowners. Many single people are realizing that there are many benefits to owning a home that aren’t just for married couples. Single homebuyers face unique challenges in buying. They have to compete […]
March 12, 2016

5 Changes to Consider Before Swapping Zip Codes

  Before moving to that community next door, are you aware of all the changes that come with that new zip code? Prepare now by looking into these 5 details to help you make an informed decision:   New Laws of the Land Local governments, […]
March 4, 2016

9 Home Repairs You Need to Know About Before You Buy

  If you have ever purchased a home, you know that saving for that down payment is tedious. After budgeting and making financial sacrifices, the last thing any new homeowner wants to worry about is expensive home repairs. But unless you are prepared to ask […]
February 28, 2016

Warranty Deed vs. Quit Claim Deed

  When you’re in the process of selling (or purchasing) a house, you will most likely, encounter several kinds of documents: all with different names and with different uses and functions. Two of the most misunderstood documents are the warranty deed and the quit claim […]
February 26, 2016

Understanding REO Properties

  If you are getting involved with real estate you may have heard the term REO without really knowing what it refers to and how it could play a part in your current or future investments. REO is actually just an acronym that stands for […]
February 24, 2016

Buying: Knowing The Area

  One of the most important aspects of any home that you move into is, without a doubt; the area. Homes may look fantastic online, but there is always the possibility that the area this fantastic home is in may be less than desirable. Before […]
February 24, 2016

Ten Tips To Successfully Market Your Home

There is a lot more to putting your home up for sale than placing a sign on the front lawn. Selling your home quickly and getting the best price possible requires marketing your property and using the services of an experienced agent. Here are some […]
February 20, 2016

7 Tips For Moving With Pets

  If the process of moving to a new home is stressful for you, imagine what it must be like for your pets. Follow these tips to make your move safer and less stressful for you and your furry friends.   Switching Vets? Consider a […]
February 15, 2016

“Needs Work”

  I am confident that during the course of a home or property search that at some point or another a potential buyer has stumbled across the term “needs work” within a property description. Or how about in conversation asking one friend who might also […]
February 7, 2016

Gift Money For Home Purchase

  Purchasing a home in today’s economy can be a bit tricky; in particular, the securing of an adequate down payment which typically runs from 10% to 20% of the price of the home. This could seem to be a daunting task of saving up […]
February 2, 2016

Have a Think About It

  Patience can be defined as quiet steady perseverance; even-tempered care. It’s becoming a lost virtue in our instant gratification society. Sometimes we need a simple study in patience. Definitely something we can all work on. Here’s a tip: Not everything needs to be done […]
February 2, 2016

Don’t Let Emotions Ruin Your Purchase or Sale of A Home

  Buying and selling real estate undisputedly has an emotional element. If you let emotions run you, there is a very good chance everything will fall apart. One of the biggest stumbling blocks in the sale of a home is the emotional reactions of the […]
January 29, 2016

Is An Old Home for You? The Pros

  If you prefer a home that is unique and has character, you probably are giving some thought to buying an older home. Before buying, it’s a good idea to carefully evaluate the pros and cons of owning the home. In this article, we cover […]
January 29, 2016

Understanding Cape Cod Architecture

  Americans have always loved a good Cape Cod home. In 1938 when Life magazine asked families to choose their ideal place to live, the Cape Cod design was among those few selected, even when compared to an original modern home by renowned architect Frank […]
January 28, 2016

Is An Old Home for You? The Cons

  So you think you might like to buy an old home? Perhaps even something old enough to be historic? It’s a good idea to carefully evaluate the pros and cons before you decide. There are plenty of both. Will the pros be valuable enough […]
December 23, 2015

6 Reasons Why You Should Buy Real Estate in December

  December and New Year’s Day give you the perfect occasion to buy real estate. Not only can you pick up a bargain property from a motivated seller, you can save on your purchase expenses.   Home shoppers put off looking for a home because […]