One of the most significant changes in recent years to Massachusetts zoning laws recently became effective. Under a law passed last August that became effective on February 2, 2025, accessory dwelling units, often referred to as “ADUs” or “in-law apartments, may now be built by right in single family residential zoning districts instead of by […]
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7 Tips to Spruce Up Your New “Older” Home You just signed your closing papers. Your belongings are boxed up and ready to find their place in your new home. The property is empty, broom-clean and ready for you to make this house into your home. The excitement becomes slightly overwhelming. Did you realize that
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Are you someone who can’t stand when something is dirty, out of place or when things are just down right messy? Well then, you’re a neat freak! Don’t worry you aren’t alone! Many home sellers get nervous or anxious about having an open house for their home due to the simple fact that they don’t
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A reminder if you’re a property owner in Massachusetts: by law you must remove or treat snow and ice on walkways and plow parking lots. You can be held liable for injuries caused by snow and/or ice on your property. Some Massachusetts property owners are still unaware of this law that went into effect in
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