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4 Ways to Stay Ahead of Other Buyers When Buying Investment Real Estate in New England

  Every day, astute investors are acquiring exceptional real estate investment opportunities, and you too can gain an edge over the competition by emulating their strategies and seizing the next great deal. The key is to take action, regardless of how you initiate your investment journey, as apprehension often prevents potential investors from securing their future. By comprehending the challenges inherent in the real estate investment industry and taking measures to surmount them, you can enhance your chances of success and begin your venture on a strong footing. Read on as we examine four techniques for gaining an advantage over other purchasers when procuring investment properties in New England. Networking Establishing a broad network of industry contacts is crucial for gaining an advantage over other investors when buying investment real estate in New England. Seasoned investors, such as those at Old Harbor Properties, have dedicated years to networking within the New ...

7 Signs of a Bad Real Estate Agent in New England

  Obviously, you want to work with a good real estate agent.  One that will be honest and transparent, one that will have your best interest at heart, and one that knows the New England market well.  You don’t want to work with a pushy real estate agent who just wants to make a quick buck.  Unfortunately, those real estate agents do exist.  And to help you avoid working with a bad real estate agent, we’re going to show you 7 red flags to watch out for.  Here they are! Want to skip the real estate agent altogether? At Old Harbor Properties, we buy homes in a New England for a fair cash price. We can even close in as little as two weeks and pay all closing costs! Give us a call at (781) 208-7362 if you want to learn more about our process.  1. Missing Deadlines During your time working with a real estate agent, there will be a lot of deadlines — appraisal deadlines, paperwork deadlines, and negotiation deadlines....

[EXPLAINED] The Home Buying Process in New England

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  Buying a home in New England? That’s exciting! But it’s probably a little overwhelming, too — what does the home buying process look like? How can you make sure you get a good deal? How do you find a real estate agent you can trust? What can you expect throughout the entire journey? At Old Harbor Properties , we’ve been buying and selling real estate in New England for a long time… and we thought we’d help answer some of those questions. In this guide, we’re going to walk you through the home buying process in New England so you have a better idea of what to expect and how to navigate this exciting but overwhelming time. dive in! By the way, if you want to sell the property where you’re currently living, give us a call at (781) 208-7362 we can make you a fair cash offer, buy as-is, and close in as little as two weeks! Step 1. Find The Right Time The first thing you have to do is determine if it’s the right time...

How to Handle Liens and Tax Problems When Selling Your House in New England

  When you have a lien on your home from tax debt, your increasing penalties and interest are likely adding pressure to your situation.  Because tax debts continue to climb as time passes, taking quick action will save whatever equity remains and remove the dark cloud that lingers over your head. Whatever you do, don’t try to hide the issue or list your home before you’ve devised a strategy to free yourself from your lienholders’ entanglement, as this could lead to further costly delays. Selling your home may be the solution to resolving your problem ; however, the process is already fraught with stress, and the presence of a lien or tax problems will complicate matters. Therefore, you must clear this debt to sell the property and do so in a specified order dependent upon the status of the lienholder, such as primary or secondary mortgages or tax liens that are always primary. In more complicated cases, it’s advisable to work with a professional tax advisor or...