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Greetings!
Despite the cooler and wetter weather lately, real estate continues to enjoy an upward trend right now. Saturdays are very busy this time of year, between weddings, First Communions, and Open Houses.
When you're visiting Open Houses and deciding where you want to live next, don't forget that one of the most important factors when choosing your new home is the neighborhood. If you've found your dream home but the community around it is less than desirable, you'd better think twice. Read more about this topic here.
This is also the time of year when people are planning their summer vacations. If you're planning to fly anywhere soon, make sure you look for any ways you can find to save money on airfare. Read here for some excellent tips.
My successful Home Buyers Workshop series is on its summer hiatus, but plan ahead to attend one this fall. See below for details.
Please forward this e-newsletter to friends, colleagues, or family members, and don't forget to check out my other informational resources on my blog, Facebook page, YouTube channel, and website!
Oh by the way, if you know of anyone thinking of buying or selling a home who would benefit from the level of service I provide, just give me a call with their contact information. I'll be happy to follow up and take special care of them.
Best,
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 5 Tips to Help You Save Money on Airfare
1. Follow your favorite airlines on Twitter. Many airlines offer exclusive deals and last-minute savings to their followers. Or, enroll in the airlines' frequent flyer program to receive specials and promotional deals via email.
 2. Use online tools to your advantage. FareWatcher Plus™ from Travelocity allows you to track up to ten routes and receive notification when the fares increase or decrease by $25, or fall below a price that you set. Similarly, you can track flights to your destination with tripadvisor.com/Flights and receive an alert when prices drop.
If you want to get away and don't have a specific destination in mind, check SkyScanner or Kayak's Explore feature, which allow you to type "everywhere" into your search destination to reveal deals to destinations around the world.
 3. Check fares several times a day. Airfares can rise or fall at any time of day. Although fares are often released every Monday and Tuesday, there isn't a day where flights are cheapest. If you're traveling during a peak holiday time, consider extending your vacation by a few days to take advantage of lower fares on the days leading up to or following the peak time.
 4. Book early for the cheapest fares. If you know your travel dates three to six months ahead of time, you can often lock into lower fares.
5. Consider adding a hotel to your package. You can often save money if you purchase your airfare and hotel as a package, particularly, if you're booking last-minute travel.
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Announcing 2012 Home Buyer Workshop Dates
 Have you joined me yet for one of my popular free Home Buyer Workshops this season?
If not, plan to join me for a free, no-nonsense home buying workshop on one of these Saturdays:
How familiar are you with the home buying process? What does making an Offer involve? What happens to your deposit money? How do you determine a negotiating price for a home? Is it necessary to use an Attorney? How would you choose a Realtor to represent you?
This Home Buyer Workshop is designed to answer these questions and many more.
LOCATION: RE/MAX Realty Advisors, 320 Washington Street, Norwell, MA (2nd floor)
TIME: 10:15 - 10:30am - Registration
10:30 - 11:15am - Workshop
11:15 - 11:30am - Q & A
Light refreshments will be served. Register soon as space will be limited.
REGISTER
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Essential Information for Second-Home Purchases
If you're thinking of buying a second home, here is some must-know information to consider BEFORE making your next purchase.
Click below to view the video.
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- Do NOT make an impulse purchase.
- Consider the maintenance and upkeep costs of a second home as well as the purchase price.
- Decide what a second home's purpose will be and whether you'll actually use it.
- Consider extra costs like insurance and taxes.
- Find a realtor who can give you a year-round perspective of the area in which you're considering buying.
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 Connie White has worked as a full-time Realtor for over 20 years. During her career, she's earned the following certifications: ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative) and CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert - meaning she's a certified expert in helping homeowners facing short sales).
Connie has been affiliated with RE/MAX (an international organization) since 1990. Her motto is: "Delivering Excellence" - Your South Shore Realtor for Single-Family, Condos, Multi-Family, Oceanfront, Luxury, and Distressed Properties.
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320 Washington Drive
Norwell, Massachusetts 02061
RE/MAX Realty Advisors
(617) 697-5566
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Book Review:
Mastery
by George Leonard
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The focus of this month's newsletter is on Traveling, which in and of itself suggests a Journey. Travel and Journey - words that inspire and take us to dreams of getting away from the routine, of seeing new places and the expectation of excitement or tranquility. The word Journey has additional meanings, such as the journey of life, i.e. "The Lion King". During my very first lesson of golf, my instructor suggested I read George Leonard's Mastery. He said, "It's about golf. But it's not about golf." Since I wanted to learn and improve in this new "game", I hurried to Barnes and Noble and picked up a copy. It's one of those books that I re-read periodically because every time I read it, I'm in a different place on my life's journey. The book is fraught with golden nuggets, but I'll share one meaningful passage for this issue: "We fail to realize that mastery is not about perfection. It's about a process, a journey. The master is one who stays on the path day after day, year after year. The master is the one who is willing to try and fail, and try again, for as long as he or she lives." Pleasant travels! Click here to read more book excerpts from Mastery. |
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Home Buyers...
5 Big Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Neighborhood
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So you've found your dream home - but what about the community around it? If you make one of these common blunders, that home may not be so great after all. * Don't think short-term. If you're in a transition (divorce, starting a family, downsizing), don't buy from your old mindset. * Don't assume and not verify. If you hear that an area has a low crime rate, good schools, or low taxes, do your homework and get it in writing. * Don't underestimate or ignore the commute. Try driving to your work from the neighborhood during your regular commute time and see how long it takes. * Make sure you check out the neighbors. Choose wisely and you increase your chances of potlucks, pleasant conversations, and a peaceful night's sleep. The wrong fit can lead to isolation, tension, and tears. * Consider an area's amenities and culture. Are you the type who prefers fast food, family-style restaurants, movie theaters, and a bowling alley? Or are you more used to galleries, live music, and sushi? Remember - your next home is probably going to be a place where you live for a long time. Do enough research to make sure you'll be comfortable living in that location!
Click here to read more on my blog.
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