TOP FIVE WHAT CLIENTS WANT NOW

1. “Energy-efficient construction and finished basements.”

—Stacy Meyrowitz

2. “Beautiful outdoor kitchens.”

—Ann Ciardullo

3. “En suite bedrooms, and bedrooms on the first floor.” —Pat Garrity

4. “Pickleball courts. They’re the most popular thing in the world right now!”

“Issues concerning wetlands and setbacks. People sometimes put up a fence over the property line, or the setbacks are too close to the property line. And additions without permits and sheds on properties that don’t meet code can be problematic— sometimes, there’s nowhere to put the shed.” —Bill Williams

—Keith Green

5. “Contemporary houses with flat-top roofs and decks on them— particularly near the ocean.”

—Bill

Williams

“If you want to make changes to your new home, pay attention to local zoning laws.” —Pat Garrity

“Stay on top of important repairs.” —Stacy Meyrowitz

“It’s often recommended that buyers not do anything structural to a new house for one year. Live in it for a while, and then think about major construction.”

“Make friends with contractors and get brokers’ referrals for plumbers, handymen, and landscapers.” —Bill Williams