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Tips For Making a Strong Offer in a Seller's Market
In a sellers’ market it can be hard to make your offer stand out from the competition. There are some unique things you can do that most...

Karen Packard
Jul 27, 20215 min read


August Real Estate Update
This past year has certainly been the year to sell! Low inventory in central mass, low interest rates and a growing number of buyers...

Karen Packard
Jul 27, 20213 min read


2021 Market Update
Welcome to the craziest year in Real Estate! I am your host, Karen Packard! Just a little humor to start off this month’s real estate...

Karen Packard
Jul 2, 20213 min read


Getting Your Home Ready To Sell
May and June are usually the best months to sell a home so I thought would pass along some tips needed to get you house ready to sell....

Karen Packard
May 1, 20213 min read


The Spring 2021 Real Estate Market
This continues to be a crazy year in real estate. I hope to break it down a little for both buyers and sellers to help you navigate this...

Karen Packard
Apr 14, 20214 min read


Why Is The Real Estate Market So Crazy?
Most people are aware that in the past year the real estate market has been crazy! Sellers are getting multiple offers on most properties...

Karen Packard
Mar 10, 20212 min read


This Fall, the Market Remains Strong
Typically, October is not the best month to list you house. The leaves are falling, temperatures are lower, daylight savings has made it...

Karen Packard
Nov 14, 20202 min read


Real Estate in 2020
I had the most unique experience this summer with one of my listings in Princeton. Multiple buyers wanted to see the house from the...

Karen Packard
Oct 17, 20203 min read


Let's Spread Positivity!
With all the negativity in the world right now, I thought I would use this month’s column to spread some positivity! As many of you know,...

Karen Packard
Sep 12, 20202 min read


Handling the Current Market
This year has been difficult for many industries and real estate is no different! Low inventory and COVID have made 2020 one of the most...

Karen Packard
Aug 15, 20203 min read


What to Expect From Your Realtor
I believe that every house and every client deserves the same great service. Whether you are selling a $200,000 house or an $800,000...

Karen Packard
Jul 18, 20202 min read


Keep Safe While Selling Your House
The spring frenzy hit this week! COVID-19 forced a delay in spring house listings and buyer traffic, but this week we are seeing more...

Karen Packard
Jun 13, 20202 min read


What Will Happen in the Real Estate Market Once the “Stay at Home” Order is Lifted?
Sterling and Princeton have experienced very low inventory in the housing market over the past couple years. This has helped keep the...

Karen Packard
May 16, 20203 min read


What Factors Affect a Home's Value?
I get this question all the time. Knowing the value of a property is my specialty. There are many factors that affect a home’s value. In...

Karen Packard
Mar 14, 20203 min read


Hiring a Friend to Sell Your House
Most people know someone who works in real estate. Experts claim that the average person knows seven real estate agents. There can be...

Karen Packard
Dec 14, 20193 min read


Getting Ready for Winter
As we get closer to winter, it’s important to meet with your realtor and come up with the best plan for your listing. In many cases,...

Karen Packard
Nov 16, 20192 min read


Fall Market Changes
Lately, I’ve been meeting with other top producing agents in the area and discussing a variety of topics including what we are all seeing...

Karen Packard
Oct 12, 20192 min read


Fall Market Underway
Fall has arrived! Kids are back in school, apple picking will be starting, and the fall real estate market is underway. Traditionally,...

Karen Packard
Sep 14, 20192 min read


Curb Appeal is Vital When Selling Your Home
Most people in town know that I’m married to a landscaper. So, after 22 years of marriage, there is obviously a little bit of the...

Karen Packard
Aug 17, 20192 min read


Questions to Ask Your Realtor
There is a lot that goes into the home selling process. Real estate agents approach the job differently. Hiring the right person to...

Karen Packard
Jul 13, 20193 min read
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