Cape Cod Real Estate

For those of us struggling through this harsh winter, the recent arctic chill has brought more than slippery roads and high heating bills - West Dennis Beach has been the winter home of some visitors from the north! A pair of snowy owls has taken up a seasonal residence in the dunes of this south-side beach, wowing visitors from far and wide. Snowy owls are an extremely rare sight on the Cape and this pair has attracted large crowds to the beach to get a peek or snap a pictur

Seasonal fun or year-round headache? According to the U.S. census bureau, about 35% of all the housing stock on Cape Cod is classified"vacant for seasonal or recreational use." In some towns like Dennis, the number is over 50%. A seasonal home can be a terrific opportunity for fun in the sun, but for some homeowners, it represents a year-round headache. Property Management For this reason, we offer a property management service to our clients who purchase a second home. For a

It may be cold outside, but the market is heating up It may be January, but in the real estate business, January is the beginning of the winter market thaw! Buyers and sellers alike are loath to undertake the time-consuming and (potentially) stressful project of a home sale or purchase during the holiday season. Consequently, we see a dramatic dip in our activity across the board during that time, which is relived in January. Don't lose hope! Whether you are a buyer who is di

It's Christmas time here on Cape Cod and the mid-Cape communities are celebrating! This weekend there are a number of great events that are worth checking out. Here are three favorites. Dennis Port Christmas Stroll - Dennis Port An outstanding family event. Local merchants will be participating in a "find the Elf on a shelf" hunt. Lemon Tree Village Stroll - Brewster Singers, musicians, artist demonstrations, hayrides with Santa, treats and more. Dennis Christmas Stroll - "Vi

If you are looking for a great business opportunity here on beautiful Cape Cod check out this West Dennis listing! The business is a 12-year-old antiques and treasures shop located right on busy Rte. 28. The business is a local fixture for fine antiques, bargain furniture, home furnishings, and treasures and finds. The business operates year-round, with reduced hours during the winter to allow for plenty of relaxation after the busy summer season. Lots of room to grow the bus

Its fall on Cape Cod the leaves are changing, the days are growing shorter, the cranberry bogs are flooding, and most importantly, the fish are running! Autumn is the best time of year for fishing one of the regions exciting fish Bluefish. Blue fish not just fun, but good eatin too! Blue fish are oft-maligned for their strong taste and aggressive temperament, but are incredibly fun to catch for young and old alike. This time of year schools of small or snapper blues come into

Buy now or buy later? In the current rapidly changing economic environment the question on nearly all buyers' minds is "is this the time to buy?" While there is no easy answer to this question, the following is some basic information which we hope will assist you and your family in deciding whether the time is right to make your move. The rising interest rate/availability of financing dilemma Interest rates are finally on their way up after reaching near historic lows last ye

Conceivably the greatest joy of living here is the instant access to the beautiful Cape Cod waterfront. An oft-cited local statistic states that you are never more than 9 minutes from a swim-able body of water on Cape Cod! That means 9 minutes from swimming, fishing, kayaking, sailing, sandcastle-building, or simply relaxing with a beach read. Fresh Water Fun Although the various joys of the ocean beaches cannot be overestimated, the hidden secret behind fun in the Cape Cod i

River-front and Pond-front Two unique water-related homes are available for purchase this summer. One is a free standing vintage Cape Cod seasonal condo cottage on Kelley's Pond for $180,000 and the other is a newly "rebuilt" year-round home on the Centerville River for $1,549,000. Something for everyone is available this year. Come and check them out. Spring is on the way even though it may not seem to be. Cape Cod is currently experiencing activity in the real estate market

As the real estate market is poised to gradually recover, what is needed today for the many buyers who can't seem to jump into the market, is a very large dose of confidence. Confidence would alsohelp the brokers and agents who have been doing battle for a very long while. We've got several things that appear to contradict a quick recovery, like the horrendous credit issues with appraisal standards that make your head spin. Add to that the general bad economic news that is co

Exceptionally mild weather Traffic is virtually nonexistent Fewer buyers are seeking real estate so its the best time to get your choice of property Interest rates are historically at rock-bottom Home prices are at levels unimagined five years ago Lots of property from which to choose Most Sellers are willing to negotiate Enjoy a perfect meal at one of the Capes lovely restaurants that offer cozy fireplaces or take a quiet walk at Bass River Park where you candeliberate on wh

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Negotiations Just attended a seminar on negotiations and came away with useful items that are helpful not only in real estate but also in life. The instructor contended that all of us are in a perpetual state of negotiation. Not news to those of us who are currently or who have ever been married or have children. The most successful negotiations are those that are approached calmly and with collaboration in mind. It falls to the negotiator to execute a successful outcome. Can

"There are growing indications that it is a good time to buy" according to the Wall Street Journal. Read article

Realestate is a good investmentno matterthe economic climate. Given today's low interest rates, wealth of inventory and motivated sellers, this is historically one of the best times to jump into the real estate market. There arefive undisputed reasons to purchase real estate. 1Equity will build slowly making asset more valuable through time. 2. Tax deductions help to keep more money in your pockets. 3. Home ownership provides ultimate controlunlike renting where permission is

We have a fantastic property listing in East Dennis A gracious post and beam nicely tucked into the natural landscape on Cedar Pond. Check out this Post and Beam Dennis MA Property . The house is set on almost an acre, has a cedar roof, a walk out basement and an open expansive floor plan. The kitchen sports recently upgraded granite counters over custom red oak mission style cabinets. Privacy, openness, elegance and craftsmanship This is what makes this house attractive to t