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Listing Agent: Tim & Mary Foley 508-735-6641 | www.Foleyhomes.info RE/MAX Best Choice COVER HOME: WESTBOROUGH Spectacular ‘A’ UNIT in Desirable Orchard Hills over 55 community.

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Michael L. Durkin ALC, CBR, REALTOR® 269 West Main St. Northborough, MA

508.365.5250 sold in 3 days

NORTHBOROUGH Bucolic pasture land in the Heart of Northboro adjacent To Lydias Path 55 & older. Also close To Northborough Manor apts. Great Neighborhood needs approvals for development. Farmers welcome, Horse owners etc. Mint shape 2 BR ranch w/2C attached. $1,099,000

NORTHBOROUGH Exceptionally Unique Post & Beam Contemp, set back from the street on 2 acres of manicured land, alongside a babbling brook & 3 unique patios!! Large wrap around 2nd flr deck! 2C garage & workshop underneath, 2 loft staircases. 4 BR, 2 BA $439,900

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NORTHBOROUGH “PREMIUM” Lot in “CHATFIELD NOTCH”!! Exquisite gardens, panoramic flat yard, prof landscaped in the heart of the neighborhood. Mint shape thru-out, hdwds, French doors, wainscoting, chair rails & more!! FR w/ FP, roughed for future bath in lower level. 4 BR, 2.5 BA. 599,900

WESTBOROUGH Custom Builders own home. 5 BR, 3.5 BA. 1st flr Master suite, 2nd flr addl Master or Guest suite. Cath ceil FR w/lux flr to ceil Built ins & sparkling hdwds.

Country kitchen. Library filled w/built ins Walkout LL w/addl 600+- of living space! Double barreled garage. $799,900

GRAFTON - WATERFRONT ACRE PLUS - A STEAL AT $335K VIEWS Right on a Peninsula On Flint Pond Lake Quinsigamond is accessible. This paradise like setting can be yours for many many years to come. And a big wide open lot to park your stuff on.

VACATION SPOT ALL YEAR ROUND. 2 BR, 1.5 BA.

NORTHBOROUGH Terrific Central Location that is Commercially zoned!!

There are very few building sites left for commercial properties!! Terrific opportunity for annyone looking to open their own business or rent to someone!! $350,000

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Best Choice 95A Turnpike Rd. Westborough, MA

WESTBOROUGH Don't miss out on this Spectacular Corner lot condo/townhouse unit w/spacious rear yard, gleaming hardwoods, designer select new interior paint, fabulous bonus rm w/full wall built in cabinetry & cathedral ceilings. The lower level features a full bath, another spare rm & a wide open family/play/entertainment area complete w/a FP & exterior access to the professionally manicured rear yard. The third oor loft adds even more space & could function as a spare bedroom for guests. Truly a turnkey home w/nothing to do but move right in & enjoy. 4 BR, 3 BA. $559,900

WESTBOROUGH Do the numbers and you'll see why this the investment for you. Many updates including Kitchens & baths, new pool liner, gas heat & a lot more. Desirable downtown location off the main streets; yet w/i walking distance to shops/restaurants. 6 BR, 2 BA. $429,900

NORTHBRIDGE Fantastic opportunity to own in one of Whitinsville’s best neighborhoods. New furnace, Kitchen, Baths and much more. Cathedral ceiling FR w/FP. Spectacular sunsets can be seen from the rear patio/deck. LR has been converted to optional 5th BR. 4 BR, 3 BA. $399,900

WESTBOROUGH VILLAGE Toll Brothers' newer community. Sunny upper level Beacon Elite Model unit! Kitchen open to the great room leading to balcony. Luxurious master suite offers generous sized BR w/BA & walk-in closet. Many community amenitie. Deeded parking spot. 2 BR, 2 BA. $389,000

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WESTBOROUGH Spectacular 'A' UNIT in Desirable Orchard Hills over 55 community. 2C 'attached' garage. Kitchen is accented w/cherry cabinetry/granite counters, wet bar & breakfast area. LR/DR area w/17' cath ceil & gas FP. Add'l walk out LL. Full clubhouse facilities. $539,900

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GARY KELLEY Realtor®

BEST TIME OF YEAR TO LIST

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While some might consider this a contrarian view, reduced inventories are leading to quick sales. If you missed “spring market,” you are putting your home on the market with reduced competition! Get your home ready for the market now.

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Contact Theresa to Learn Benefits of Staging Your Home in our Current “Sellers Market!

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NEW LISTING! STERLING - $695,000 Renovated elegant yet understated exec. home. Peaceful country setting. 4 BR, 2.5 BA, spectacular yd w/ pool/pool house, stunning gardens.

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NEW PRICE-CAPE W/LEGAL ACCESS APT. PRINCETON - $649,000 Casual Elegance & craftsmanship. Custom blt home w/legal accessory apt. Beautiful hdwds thru-out, high ceils & open flr plan. 4 BR, 4.5 BA Janet Schoeny 978-808-2429

NEW LISTING - FOX FARM ESTATES SHREWSBURY - $599,990 Fox Farm Estates home. 4 BR, 2.5 BA. Wide open floor plan w/formal DR & LR! Large FR w/soaring cath ceil, skylights & FP. Lisa Bradley 617-803-9863

CUSTOMIZED LUXURY AT ITS BEST! SHREWSBURY - $1,349,900 Timeless Style. Qlty Construction. North Quadrant.

4 BR, 4 full & 2 half BA. Lower level features a fully equipped home theatre.

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BUILDABLE LOT - PERC’ED W/SEPTIC DESIGN SHREWSBURY - $249,900 Treed, wooded buildable lot! A retracement survey has been issued & recorded combining 2 parcels into a nice 3 ac parcel. Perc’d lot.

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IMPECCABLE RANCH - REDUCED BY 20K! PRINCETON - $349,900 ABSOLUTELY MINT RANCH ON 10 ACRES! 3 BR, 2 BA, great rm addn. 45 ft deck overlkg acres & acres! Lower level meticulously finished.

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GREAT LOCATION, SPACE, FEATURES WORCESTER - $316,500 West Side 4+ BR w/25’ LR w/hdwd flrs & beamed ceil.

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NEW LISTING - CUSTOM CONTEMPORARY WORCESTER - $559,900 4 BR, 4.5 BA Custom Built contemp w/expansive lines using natural sun light w/passive solar in mind. 14’x15’ sitting area, 1st flr FR, DR. Jeff Burk 508-826-3301

SEASONAL WATERVIEWS - LONG POND STURBRIDGE - $259,900 1985 cape style home w/3 BR, 2 full BA, Large open kitchen, DR w/sliding glass doors, LR w/ brick hearth for wood stove, Att gar.

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WEST SIDE - OFF SALISBURY STREET WORCESTER - $389,900 West Side center foyer colonial w/5 BR, 3.5 BA, Front-to-back LR w/hdwd flrs & FP. Formal DR, Walk-up attic + a 5th BR w/skylt. LL game rm.

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NEW LISTING - FANTASTIC RANCH WORCESTER - $269,900 3 BR, 1.5 BA Ranch. Cozy den overlooking the private fenced in back yard to the large living/DR area complete w/new Jotul wood stove!!!

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Every homeowner wants their house to be unique inside and out, to reflect their own personal styles and stand apart from their neighbors. And while it’s easier to control the inside of your home, with furniture, artwork, decorations, etc., outdoor improvements can be made too to have your home stand out.

A lot of homeowners are saying no to cookie cutter curb appeal and instead saying yes to landscapes that help them stand out, according to findings from the 2017 U.S. Landscaping Trends Survey recently released by Houzz. Thirty-three percent— the majority—of those surveyed reported personalization as their motivation for completing an outdoor improvement.

“Home renovation activity is benefiting from the significant increase in home sales in 2015 and 2016, which is reflected in our findings on motivations for starting a landscape project,” said Nino Sitchinava, principal economist at Houzz, in a release about the survey.

Forty-one percent of those surveyed are aiming for a landscape that is “extremely” or “very” different.

A sheer 6 percent of those surveyed who are completing or have completed outdoor improvements have landscapes that are “identical” to those of their neighbors—36 percent had landscapes similar to those of their neighbors before completing their improvements.

A distinct landscape, oddly, can make its owner more likely to interact with his or her neighbors,

despite their differing tastes. Eighteen percent of those surveyed interacted more with their neighbors following completion of an outdoor improvement. Being out in the yard working makes it easier to stop and have a chat with a neighbor out doing the same, walking the dog or washing the car. Who knows, maybe you’ll even meet a new friend to enjoy the fruits of your labor with in the backyard.

How are homeowners making their landscapes stand out? “Attractant” plants, low maintenance plants and native plants are all popular add-ons, in the form of beds or borders, perennials and/or shrubs, according to the survey.

“Since housing inventory has remained low, recent homebuyers likely consider their homes less than ideal, leading them to prioritize upgrades like outdoor projects more than ever, with emphasis on low maintenance,” Sitchinava said.

Some homeowners are dead set on separating their landscapes from those of their neighbors—in some cases with no lawn at all. Twenty-six percent of those surveyed are removing or have removed their front lawn, and 5 percent are replacing or have replaced it with a synthetic alternative.

What goes into differentiating your landscape? According to the survey, an outdoor improvement can take three to six months to plan and three to fiveand-a-half months to execute—and 63 percent of those surveyed are planning to hire a professional to help make the improvement.

O P P ORTUNI TI ES TO MAK E A HOM E “GREEN” E X I ST ON A SP ECTRUM When thinking about “green” homes, consumers often think first about new home construction and the opportunity to build a fully sustainable home from the ground up. However, there are also vast unrealized opportunities to increase the resource efficiency of existing homes. In the recent major revision of coursework for the National Association of Realtor’s Green Designation, the content was revised to amplify the focus on existing homes.

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he opportunities to increase a home’s efficiency occur on a spectrum, from energy surveys – a systematic review of how energy is used within your house - to major remodeling and retrofitting, and finally to new home construction. We will discuss each of these opportunities here briefly, but urge all interested readers to obtain additional education on the topic with Green Designation coursework through NAR, either in the classroom or online.

surge protector easily accessible, so that at night or when not in use, you can turn everything off with the flick of one switch. This helps prevent “ghosting”, or the draining of electricity by electronics even when they are turned off.

In each of these phases, smart home devices and technology may be installed as needed or desired. Smart home installations have applications across the entire spectrum.

RENOVATIONS Opportunities for resource-efficiency retrofitting are enormous during major renovations. Deep energy retrofits are on the extreme end of cost and effort when it comes to making homes more energy-efficient, but can achieve dramatic energy savings.

ENERGY SURVEY The simplest and quickest approach to increasing your home’s efficiency is to do a walk-through energy survey of your house. An energy survey is sometimes called a clipboard audit, simple assessment, screening or preliminary audit. The walk-through survey usually doesn’t include any diagnostic testing, but it might.

The evaluator may look for symptoms that indicate a problem, or concentrate on a particular problem like comfort or health issues. A home energy survey takes about an hour to complete. After the survey, you can implement suggested improvements immediately, or over time.

RESOURCE EFFICIENCY After performing your energy survey, the opportunity is to increase a home’s resource-efficiency as part of routine or major maintenance projects. These can include replacement of major appliances, heating/cooling systems, windows, entryways, security systems, ventilation, plumbing, and so on. Upgrade projects like these enhance or maintain a home’s value when compared with new and upgraded homes in the market area.

A quick and easy fix is replacing your old incandescent or fluorescent light bulbs with more energy efficient LED light bulbs. Not only do these LED bulbs save energy, which in turn saves you money, they last longer than traditional bulbs, sometimes lasting years depending on how often you use them. And as the technology has improved, the price of LED bulbs has dropped dramatically over the years, making their use a no-brainer.

Also use surge protectors for entertainment systems or other high-energy drawing electronics. Make the

Further, consider installing new fixtures like water-saving faucet aerators in the bathroom or kitchen. Pipe wraps around your pipes will also help save energy.

The process typically involves resealing the building envelope, super-insulating, upgrading systems including HVAC, and installing energy generation capacity like solar photovoltaic (PV) panels. If a homeowner plans to do major renovations such as replacing a roof or siding, it may be an opportunity for a whole-house deep energy retrofit. The first step is a thorough, professional energy assessment to determine which actions will produce the most benefit.

NEW HOME Finally, a new home, especially a custom home, provides the opportunity to make a myriad of choices to achieve all the benefits of a resource-efficient home.

From high-efficiency systems to innovative materials, and more, the opportunities for upgrades are vast.

The real estate professional can play a valuable role in guiding a client to authoritative sources of information and helping put together the design-and-build team who will transform the client’s vision of a new, resource-efficient home into a reality.

Some real estate professionals who have made sustainability a major focus of their businesses find that clients and customers turn to them as a source of information about greening homes. Expanding your network to include green vendors, energy assessors, builders, designers, and other service providers benefits your clients and customers and enhances your reputation, credibility, and appeal.

Home Security Systems: What to Know Before Buying

Everyone wants to protect their home, their property, and, most of all, their families. In fact, market research suggests the home security business is growing at a rate of about 9 percent a year.

Home security systems are not all alike, however. Some systems can not only warn you of intruders, but can also notify authorities, monitor smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and/or include video surveillance. Mot security alarm installers can provide services that include equipment plus installation and monitoring service.

If you are thinking about buying a home security system, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) suggests that you: »» Get references from friends, neighbors or relatives; »» Check out companies online and check the Better Business Bureau for complaints; »» Verify that the contractor’s license is in good standing via the National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies; »» Get written estimates from several companies; »» Read the fine print regarding costs, installation timeline, warranty, and an explanation of your right to cancel within three days of signing a contract; and »» Ask lots of questions: 1. Who will perform the installation and monitor the system? Some companies subcontract this work to a third party.

2. What is the contract period for monitoring?

One year? More? Are there penalties for early termination? What happens if you move before the contract term is up?

3. How much does the monitoring cost? How often will you be billed?

4. Does the company call you before notifying the police?

5. How soon after the alarm sounds will you be notified?

6. What happens if the alarm company can’t reach you when the alarm is sounding? Is the alarm reset?

Are the police called? Are alternate numbers called?

7. What happens if the power goes out? Is there a back-up battery system?

8. What does the warranty cover, and for how long?

Is it from the manufacturer or their installer?

9. Who is responsible for repairs or upgrades to the system?

10. Does the company offer interactive services like smoke and fire detection, remote control, video surveillance, email notifications and special apps for smart phones?

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NORTHBOROUGH Classic ranch in private 1.33 acre setting. Major updates, central air, finished lower level w/ wet bar. $389,900 WESTBOROUGH Golfers! 2 BR very clean property over looks 7th Green at Westborough Country Club!

Major updates. $279,900

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SHREWSBURY Coachman Ridge Estates home w/upscale finishes. 5bdrms, open Foyer w/floating staircase, FR w/full-wall stone FP, 1st or 2nd flr Master Ste, Fin.LL $1,099,000

HOLDEN Oak Hill Estates new subdivision.

Exceptional quality & details! Granite, hrdwd flrs, CentAir, 2-car garage, gas FP, Town Water/Sewer. Call for details.

WESTBORO Beautiful End Unit in Orchard Hill 55+ Community offering an att 2-car garage, 2-story FR, Sunroom, 2bdrms, 1st flr Office. Beautiful & Move-in Ready $524,900

HOPKINTON Timeless elegance in this 4bdrm 3.5bath home. Gorgeous updates including new hrdwd flrs, granite & much more. Master w/SitRm, Fin.LL, 3C garage. $900,000

NORTHBORO Pristine 5bdrm home w/recent improvements. 1.79ac Estate prop w/gazebo ovrlkg gunite pool. New hdwd flr in Kitchen, 1st flr Ofc, New MBA, 3rd flr BonusRm $925,000

NORTHBORO New Construction on a country road. 4 new homes to be blt by Renowned local builder. Hdwd on 1st flr, granite Kitchen & BAs, 4bdrms, 2.5baths, 2C garage $750,000

Cindy Seltzer Pollard

SHREWSBURY Elegant 6bdrm home in an estate nghbrhd. Gour Kitchen, GreatRm w/ gas FP, 1st flr Master w/balcony, Fin.LL, 3C garage, IG pool, pool hse, sports crt $1,750,000

HOPKINTON Lovely 4bdrm home in Huckleberry Neighborhood. Kitchen w/Center Isle, 1st flr Ofc w/built-ins, 1st flr Addn w/a Bdrm & Full BA. Fin.LL. 3C garage $629,900

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BERLIN $750,000 13+ Acre residential land near Bolton line. Potential for 5 lots off a cul-de-sac/common driveway subdivision.

Call office for details.

GRAFTON $150,000 2.24 acre lot w/open fields & woods along Meadowbrook Rd. Centrally Located to all major routes. Call for details

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Linda Tolman

Linda Tolman

GRAFTON New Construction at Merriam Woods. Only 4 homes will be built on a 17+ acre parcel. Bordered by protected land. Call Andrew Abu for details..

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NORTH GRAFTON Stunning 5bdrm home on 1.15acs. 1st flr Study, gorgeous Master Ste, fin.LL, 3C gar, salt water htd gunite pool, pool house w/half bath, shower & bar $875,000

DOUGLAS Neighborhood location for this upscale 3bdrm home on 2.08acs. Large sunny rooms, vaulted FR w/FP, 2 full BA, Kitchen w/SS appl & eating area $380,000

SHREWSBURY Beautiful setting in Park Grove Estates. Gour Kitchen w/amazing walk-in pantry, 5bdrms on 2nd flr plus 3rd flr guest area or office space, fin.LL $1,150,000.

HOLDEN 5bdrm Cape on almost 2 acres w/ sweeping lawns. Owners have lovingly cared for & updated this home. 1st flr Library, 4 garage spaces, fin area in LL. $999,900

WESTBORO Phenomenal 5bdrm home in Fay Acres. Newly redone Kitchen, 1st flr Library, beautiful hdwd flrs. Sep Bonus area w/LivRm, Kitchen, Bdrm & F-Bath $968,000

SHREWSBURY New Construction Private 1.5 acre lot, exceptional upgrades, custom Kitchen, 4bdrms each w/its own bath, 3-car garage. $1,100,000

Mark Peris

WESTBORO Updated End Unit in Walker Meadow 55+ Community. 2bdrms, 3baths, granite, hrwd flrs, vltd LR w/gas FP, 3-season porch, Ofc, fin.LL, 2C garage. $569,900

SOUTHBORO Antique Home on a 2 acre lot w/IG pool & pool house. 4bdrms, 3.5baths, Porch, Sunroom, 2nd flr Ofc, GreatRm w/2 FPs, Servant qtrs adds add’l LivArea $975,000

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SHREWSBURY New Price $599,900! 3bdrm Cape w/FR addn, GreatRm w/stone FP, 2baths, 1st flr Bdrm or Office, det bldg. w/ GameRm, Workshop & Encl. Screened Porch.

SUTTON $449,900 Great neighborhood location for this 4bdrm home on a 1.08acre lot that backs up to wooded privacy. Kitchen w/granite & peninsula, huge FR w/FP, C/A

Mike Howard

Dina Nichols

Mike Howard

GRAFTON Stunning lot off Merriam Rd is the site for your DREAM HOME. Already cleared & ready to go. 4 Full Custom homes being blt by local builder. Call for more details. $220,000

D L O S 15 Warren St, Boylston SOLD $650,000 4bdrms, 3.5baths

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GRI, CBR, ABR, CRS, Notary

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Upton ~ New Listing ~ $769,900

Upton ~ $275,000

UPTON 4 BR, on 3.5 3.4 BA private Colonial in condo cul dealternative!!

UPTONBright Antique charm yet all Stately colonial acres.MILFORD Formal LR3BR & condo Perfect & sunny, completely DR, open floor plan, light-fi lled family room,w aopen chef’sflr plan, updated an open concept floorsystems plan w/ with phenomenal water views of sac frpl, home fresh offers COMPLETLY newer kitchen, office loft, spacious master-suite, tons of closlots of options. Brand new septic, expanded flr plan to Mill Pond & too many upgrades paint, new carpet, new hrwds and updates! Newer windows, et space, large secondary BRs, screened-in porch & include a BR, full BA & a loft area 2nd flr. Hdwd flring to list.

Finished walkout bsmt, in the master, & kitch w granite. roof, siding, central vac, furprof fin bsmt filled w/natural light. Everything is top of thru-out, radiant floor heating in the kitchen, granite, the line. salt Heated 3-car garage.

New roof,nace, windows,carpeting, heating. Great storage. heated water pool changes Finished bsmt forstainless. guest space baths, colors & much more! $799,000

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SHREWSBURY Northside cul de sac * Ctr Island Kitchen * Cathedral Master w/Office * Fully fin LLev * $699,900

BOYLSTON Nearly an Acre * 5 Bdrm 3 bath * 3400+SqFt * Hdwds * Sunrm * Porch * 3 car garage * $725,500

BERLIN 3+ Acres * 4 Bdrm * 2 full+2 half baths * Sep. area w/ kitch/bath * Built-ins * Wide Pine Flrs * $509,000

BOYLSTON Meticulous landscaped cul de sac * Nearly an Acre * 3000+ SqFt * 4 Season Rm * Fin Llev * $619,000

BOYLSTON Stunning Woodland Est * 5+ Acres * Master & Guest Suites * 3500 SqFt + Fin LLevel * 3 Car * $739,000

SHREWSBURY Nearly complete * Extensive detailing * LOADED Kitchen * Incredible Master * Nearly an acre * $695,000

SHREWSBURY Delightful, bright 3bdrm Cape * Central nghbrhd * Many updates * Move in condition * Nice yd * $300,000

N. GRAFTON Near Lake Ripple/open space trails * Updated Kitchen & heating system * Great condo alternative * $192,000

SUTTON Our plans or yours * Build your DREAM home * 2 Acs * Stone bridge * Beautiful views * Ample privacy * $900’S

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Buying a New House?

5 T HI NG S TO C H EC K BEFO R E MOVING IN

BY K A RA M A ST E R SO N

Buying a new house is an exciting process that marks a new chapter in life. For many people, it’s fun to shop around and tour different properties. When you’re serious about purchasing a home, there are a few important parts of the property to check before you move in.

1. The Neighborhood

4. The Roof

You should feel comfortable with the quality of the neighborhood, which will influence the value of your home. Look at the condition of the other homes and check to see if people are loitering at different times of the day. The house should also be in proximity to your job, or nearby schools if you have children. Some individuals who don’t have a family may want to purchase a home in a good school district due to the impact that it’ll have on the value of the property.

The roof is one of the more costly features of the home and protects the interior setting from damage due to environmental elements. Hire a professional roofer to determine the lifespan of the roofing material and if it needs any repairs. The tiles or shingles should be secure on the roof deck, and there shouldn’t be any leaks present.

2. Storage Space The storage space that is available in the home influences how much clutter will be left out in the open.

Look for plenty of storage space that is available in the bedroom closets or in the kitchen to ensure that you can comfortably fit everything that you own without feeling cramped.

3. Plumbing System Run the faucets to inspect the water pressure and ask the owners if the pipes are insulated. Hire professionals to check if the radiators are working and if the hot water tank needs to be replaced soon.

5. Sufficient Drainage Many buyers make the mistake of overlooking the drainage on the property, but it can cause issues if not in good shape. Insufficient drainage can lead to severe structural problems in the home.

Although it can be easy to fall in love with a house, there are several areas to check before making an offer to ensure that you won’t run into problems down the road. By taking the time to inspect each part of the property, you can have peace of mind knowing you’re making a good investment.

5 KEY STEPS TO PROTECTING YOUR SMART HOME

Smart homes open the doors to new technological potential, but they can also open the virtual door to intruders and hackers. As smart home technology grows, so do the risks of being hacked, which can stop some customers from adopting these amazing technologies for their homes.

However, protection can make a home incredibly safe from hackers. Here are five ways to keep your smart home safe.

USE STRONG PASSWORDS We’ve all heard it countless times, but having a strong password really is the first step against hackers and is enough to keep the majority of hackers out of your devices. However, many people prioritize creating passwords that are easy to remember (or that don’t change) over their home’s security. The best passwords are a combination of capital and lowercase letters, numbers and special characters. As a rule of thumb, change your passwords every time you add a new device to the network, or at least every few months.

There are also reliable password management systems that can keep passwords rotating and safe for all your devices.

BE SELECTIVE WITH SMART HOME DEVICES The growth of smart home technology means that not every product is created equally. Before bringing something into your home that could put your privacy and safety at risk, be sure to do your research. In general, use products from brands you are familiar with— bigger brands typically have more updates and better customer service just in case hacking does occur. You’ll also want to get feedback from other people who have used the devices by reading reviews from experts and customers online. If you are unsure about a device’s safety, talk to a cybersecurity or smart home professional.

UPDATE APPS & FIRMWARE Most people generally remember to update their smartphone apps, but updating the apps and firmware in smart devices around the house can be a different story. Just like mobile apps, smart devices are constantly being updated and often come out with updates to increase performance, remove bugs, or improve safety. Using an old version of a device’s firmware makes it easier for hackers to attack because the firmware is vulnerable and not running at its full potential. Firmware and app updates are a great way to stay one step ahead of hackers and can be incredibly powerful—a 2016 update by Apple helped prevent computers and iPhones from being accessed by hackers to use as spy devices. In

many cases, you’ll have to seek out updates by going into the app for each smart device.

Making this a part of your regular home maintenance schedule and checking for updates once a month helps keep devices up to date and continually improves their safety measures.

WATCH THE WIFI NETWORK Putting smart home devices on a public wireless internet network makes them much easier to hack and makes them more visible to hackers. Instead, opt for a private home network that has a strong password and network protection. To be even safer, security experts recommend putting your smart home devices on a separate wireless network from your home computer, which greatly reduces the risk of hacking across devices. Essentially, if hackers somehow get into devices on one network, they will still have to work hard to get into the other devices.

TURN OFF UNUSED DEVICES It can be tempting to always leave every device plugged in and turned on, but doing that just gives hackers more opportunities to find a way in. Even though it can seem like a hassle, powering down your home router and computer server when they aren’t in use at night can keep your home network much more secure. Some smart home devices like thermostats and refrigerators will most likely always be plugged in, but devices used less often like TVs or wireless printers can serve as more access points for hackers if they are plugged in but not in use. You’ll save energy and keep your home safer by turning them off or unplugging them—a win-win situation.

Smart home devices are powerful tools, but they must be used carefully and safely to keep digital intruders out of your home.

Planting Pro:

Tips for a Healthy, Happy Tree Planting flowers such as annuals or bulbs, bushes and other plants are a great and fairly easy way to brighten up your yard and add curb appeal. And with the softer ground and warm weather, spring and summer are a perfect time to get outside and plant. But one landscaping tactic is often overlooked or not considered because of perceived difficulty: planting a tree.

While planting a tree in your yard may seem intimidating, all it takes is a little muscle and some good know-how. Get your money’s worth from the new tree in your life by first planting it correctly and then caring for it while it grows.

Follow these guidelines from the expert arborists at the Tree Care Industry Association: •

Measure the height and diameter of the root ball or root spread.

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Dig the hole just deep enough to allow the first structural root to be at level grade. The diameter of the hole should be two to three times the diameter of the root ball or root spread. Digging a proper hole is the key to proper, timely growth of your new tree.

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Set the tree on undisturbed solid ground in the center of the hole. The tree should be planted so that the root flare, the base of the tree trunk where the roots begin to “flare-out,” will be visible above grade.

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Backfill with soil from the planting hole, using water to pack or settle the soil around the root ball. Do not tamp soil by stepping on it.

• Mulch the planting area with 2 to 4 inches of organic, composted mulch such as wood chips. Do not mulch up to or against the trunk. Start the mulch six inches away from the tree trunk.

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Trees should be pruned after planting to remove broken, damaged, diseased or dead branches.

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Stake and/or protect the trunk of the tree if there is a real potential for wind damage or lawn-mower injury.

Remove the supportive wires and materials when the staking is no longer needed or the tree could be injured or even killed.

Prune to develop a good branch structure once the tree has become established

in its new home, usually 1 3 years after planting. Never remove more than 25 percent of total foliage in one year.

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Fertilizing is not recommended at the time of planting.

If you need help, a professional arborist can assess your landscape and work with you to determine the best care for your trees. Contact the Tree Care Industry Association at www.tcia.org.

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SHREWSBURY ~ CIRCA 1790 Extensive updates. Charming 6 rooms, country kitchen, Gorgeous private yard. garage.

HOLDEN ~ WEST BOYLSTON LINE Custom contemporary on 2.77 acres surrounded by conservation land.

30x40 two story barn/garage.

SHREWSBURY ~ EASTERN POINT Beautifully maintained and updated townhouse. hardwoods, fireplace walk out lower level. garage.

SHREWSBURY ~ FARM VIEW ESTATES Quality by Brendon Homes. Extensive details and magnificent moldings, built ins freshly painted. Occupancy.

SHREWSBURY ~ SAXON LANE Impressive brick front French Colonial 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, expansion potential manicured grounds. garages.

HUDSON ~ 55+ TOWNHOUSE Deer Run Estates. Move in condition. applianced kitchen, hardwoods, 2 baths, garage. min to shopping & highways.

Tina Bilazarian, Inc. 508-842-1700 homes@bilazarian.com

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Amenities include Clubhouse. Architectural Details for a Quaint New England Setting for this Convenient Commuter Location!

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• Have your home fully designed or select your own finishes.

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19 Fox Meadow Dr, Westwood, MA SOLD 6 BR, 6.5 BA, 3 finished floors, 6,867 SF

No need to imagine living here, this beautifully staged home has done it for you Exquisite New Home Design w/Timeless Moldings, Stone & Copper Accents, 2nd Entrance & Grand Front Entrance.

Interior Design w/Convenient Flow. 2 Staircases, Large Mudrm to access Study/BR Full Bath, LR & FR Fireplaces, Butlers Pantry & Chefs Kitchen, 2nd flr Laundry, Master Suite w/his & hers walk-in's & multiple BAs to accommodate all BRs. Under Construction Now!

19 Richard Road, Needham, MA $1,798,000 New Construction, 4 BR, 5.5 BA, 5,310 SF

Local Builder! Walk to School & Park! Well thought out Floor Plan w/Open Kitchen/Family Room & Private First Floor Study & Double Entry Staircase. Generous Closets throughout in addition a Spacious Master Suite w/Two Walk-in Closets Large Laundry Room. Convenient J&J Bath to bedrooms as well as private Guest Suite. Finished Third Floor Den includes Full Bath. Finished Basement includes Playroom, Extra Study & Full Bath.

New Construction in Desirable Shining Rock Golf Community, Northbridge New Homes in Cul-de-sac overlooking the Green!

Amazing Views w/Privacy from the Course, Move in Ready, Beautifully Staged to see how to Design with your own Personal Furnishings.

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BARRE $99,900 Country living & charm describe this 3 BR post & beam cape on level lot. Wide pine flrs, exposed beams, cath ceils, oversized kitchen, shed, loft & more.

FITCHBURG $132,900 3 BR, 1.5 BA. Corner lot location in a small cul-de-sac near Ansin Field. Covered front porch.

Some hdwd flrs, full bsmt & off-st parking.

GARDNER $99,900 So close & yet so far!

Westminster Woods Condo offers country life w/easy access to Commuter Roads & Rails! 2 BR unit has just been updated.

E. GROTON $374,900 4 BR, 2.5 BA contemp style home set back from road.

Stone FP’d LR, granite in kitchen, sun filled encl porch, pool. Fin lower level.

AYER $290,000 Oversized 3 BR, 2 BA ranch style home w/att 2C garage.

Spacious kitchen, 1st flr laundry & covered front porch. Expand into the full basement.

TEMPLETON $169,900 Baldwinville Colonial w/3 BR, 2 full BA, bonus rm.

Front sunporch! 2C det garage w/walkup over head storage area.

TEMPLETON $164,900 Well planned 3 BR, 2.5 BA ranch w/finished basement featuring a summer kitchen & family room.

New roof & sewer line.

LUNENBURG $139,900 Quaint 2 BR home.

Sun filled L-shaped LR, skylts in kitchen & DR w/sliders to rear deck. Add’l rm for expansion possibilities. Paver patio area!

FITCHBURG $59,900 2 BR, 1 BA home w/wood floors, LR & den! A single car under the home. Located behind the Longso Middle School. 3 season room!

ORANGE $82,900 Adorable 3 BR, 1.5 BA home. Oversize garage/barn w/plenty of storage & parking. Bright & sunny 3 season porch. Front & back stairways!

ASHBURNHAM $94,900 3 BR, 1 BA Currier & Ives New England home is just waiting for you. Located in the Historic district. Garage type shed & add’l shed.

LUNENBURG $233,500 This could be a wonderful home. some wood floors, 1.5 baths, 3 bdrms, fireplace, screen porch, 2 car detached garage and more.

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Stately grand Georgian is a classic two-story farm house colonial w/large center brick chimney & gable roof which includes a large rear & side porch addn available on the market for first time in over 50 years! Sunny grand FR w/FP open to the eat in kitchen. Formal LR & DR. Library w/built in bookshelves. Beautiful wide pine refinished flooring in most of the home. 4 BR, 2 BA. Multiple extra rooms for extra sqft. Attached gable roof red barn w/3 bays. Pond . $715,000 w/additional building lot. $550,000 without lot.

NORTHBOROUGH ~ Hemlock Estates Young hip roof colonial. 4 BR, 2.5 BA. Maple kitchen w/granite, SS appls & dining area. Vaulted skylit FR w/ FP. Open flr plan. Formal LR & DR. Master BR w/master BA. Fin lower level w/sep office, den & huge game rm. Excellent top-rated school system! $599,900

MILLIS Totally renovated custom crafted home designed to perfection built to the HIGHEST STANDARD! Classic New England feel & views of adjacent land & brook. Over 4000sf. Custom kitchen, huge stone FP. FR w/FP. 2 story MBR wFP! 5 BR, 3.5 BA. $739,900

NORTHBOROUGH Picturesque sprawling ranch w/farmers porch in Wesson neighborhood. Cabinet packed kitchen w/ separate dining area. LR w/FP. Addn off the back of the home. 2 of the 3 BR are en suite. Finished LL FR w/FP. Oversized 2C att garage. 1.84 acres. $479,000

BOYLSTON 4 BR, 3.5 BA stately colonial in Mt Pleasant Estates!

1st flr master ste & MBA or poss in-law/guest area w/ sep entry & living area. Cabinet packed cherry kitchen.

FR w/FP. 2 staircases. Grand 2 story foyer. 1st flr laundry. Near Walking Trails & Country Club. $699,900

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ASHBURNHAM 4 BR, 3 full & 2 half BA. Custom built by the owner/builder. Open floor plan. Nearly 4000 SF. Sunrm, LR w/FP. Game room + FR in lower level.

Sandy Lund 978-870-8359 $749,900

ASHBURNHAM 2 BR, 1 BA. Water views from the front & majestic mountain views from the back. Renovated home. Prvt beach & dock on Billy Ward Pond. Sherri Tammelin 978-587-5463 $237,900

GARDNER 4 BR well maintained colonial in Leo Dr area. Over 1/2 acre.

Spacious home, easy flow layout & FP in LR. Maintenance free deck. Douglas Tammelin 978-514-3423 $279,900

HUBBARDSTON 3 BR, 2.5 BA Colonial.

BIG Open Flr Plan, Updated, Front to Back LR w/Cathedral Ceiling & Fireplace, Amazing Eat in Kitchen. Michael Beaudoin 978-660-9795 $309,900

LEOMINSTER 3 BR, 2.5 BA Colonial.

Impressive 1st flr w/formal FP’d LR, DR, updated kitchen & enormous FR w/ gas FP. Bsmt w/2 finished rms. Sherri Tammelin 978-587-5463 $369,900

LEOMINSTER KENDALL HILL ESTATES. 4 BR, 2.5 BA colonial. Impressive 1st flr master suite. FR w/wood FP & builtin cabinet. Bright, eat-in kitchen. Sherri Tammelin 978-587-5463 $359,900

LUNENBURG 3 BR, 1 BA one owner home in one of the most sought after towns in North Central MA on 1.4 acres!! Wood stove in LR. Kendra Dickinson 978-430-7946 $229,000

ROYALSTON 5 BR, 2.5 BA. Two homes for the price of one!! Seller will also sell either of the homes separately. 2.33 acre lot abuts Priest Brook. Douglas Tammelin 978-514-3423 $299,900

TEMPLETON 3 BR, 2.5 BA Colonial on 1+ acre flat lot. Open concept 1st floor.

Lg kitchen w/granite. Great finished bsmt. Gerry Bourgeois 978-342-0000 / Laurie Howe 978-549-4440 $269,900

WESTMINSTER 3 BR, 2 BA Contemp Raised Ranch w/open floor concept & finished lower level. FR & Full Bath in bsmt. Oversized 1-car garage. Lana Kopsala 978-855-9112 $269,900

WESTMINSTER New to the market: Almost 3,000 SF on 1 flr. LR w/see thru FP & french drs shared w/den. 2,900+ SF of unfin bsmt. Gerry Bourgeois 978-342-0000 / Laurie Howe 978-549-4440 $398,500

WINCHENDON Welcome to The Historic David Brown Farm! Restored saltbox colonial Circa 1740. 18th Century style barn. Det 2-car saltbox garage. 3 BR, 1.5 BA. Kim Tabor 978-340-1897 $439,000

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WESTBORO Rare offering of this very special property! Estate setting offers the perfect melding of an extraordinary updated antique home with casual elegance. Open kitchen, Formal rooms, family room, five bedrooms, 3 Fireplaces. Impressive acre plus lot with amazing pastoral & horizon views! Two barns, for car collectors, hobbyists, gentleman farmer. Several corrals for 2 horses. In ground pool, entertainment patio & granite grille serving counter. Stately maple and flowering trees with small historic pond & gardens complete the picturesque one of a kind setting. Private Country living, yet so close, easy commute and Westborough schools and more.

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GRAFTON - Welcome home to this “like new” & tastefully decorated Townhome w/3 BR & 2.5 BA. Expansive Living Room w/hdwds, gas fireplace that opens to deck that affords beautiful views of the Fisherville Pond & Quinsigamond River! Granite Kitchen w/updated appliances. Over sized Master BR & BA boasts a double sink & jet tub plus separate Shower. Second Floor Laundry. Two Car Garage w/extra storage! Close to Tufts Veterinary School! Wonderful commuter location w/easy accessibility to all major routes. $315,000 WWW.HOMESINMASS.COM • WWW.HOMESINMASS.NET • WWW.HOMESINMASS.COM

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