Taunton, Assonet, Freetown MA Real Estate and more- Lori Lincoln
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Another Reason Why a Buyer's Agent is NOT a Luxury in Today's Market.. IT"s A Necessity!- Bristol County Taunton,-Lakeville MA
- Zestimate Accuracy/Star Rating:
- This rating is tied to the Median Error in an area.
The ratings are as follows:
= Best Zestimate 
= Good Zestimate 
= Fair Zestimate 
= Tax assessor's value, or unable to compute Zestimate accuracy - 0 stars = No valuation
Close- Tax Assessor's Value
Depending on the jurisdiction where you live, this value could be the tax assessed, tax appraised, or market assessed value. This value comes from the taxing authority of the city, county or state where you live; this is not Zillow's value.
Note: Tax assessor's values differ from Zillow's Zestimate, which is computed by entering numerous data points into a proprietary formula, often resulting in a more accurate value estimate.
- Homes on Zillow:
- This indicates the percentage of homes for which we have data (e.g., number of bedrooms or bathrooms) in a particular locale. These are the homes you can find via maps or search on Zillow.com.
- Homes With Zestimates:
- We can only calculate Zestimates for homes where we have certain data, including transactions. This column indicates the percentage of homes in an area with Zestimates.
- Within 5% of Sale Price:
- This is the percentage of transactions in a location for which the Zestimate was within 5% of the transaction price. For example, in the Portland area, 30% of the time the Zestimate was within 5% of the selling price.
- Within 10% of Sale Price:
- This is the percentage of transactions in a location for which the Zestimate was within 10% of the transaction price.
- Within 20% of Sale Price:
- This is the percentage of transactions in a location for which the Zestimate was within 20% of the transaction price.
- Median Error:
- Half of the Zestimates in an area were closer than the error percentage and half were farther off. For example, in Seattle, Zestimates for half of the homes are within 8.2% of the selling price, and half are off by more than 8.2%.
- I have heard it said over and over again that it was the people who had bad credit that obtained mortgages that were the problem. Guess that is not true at all. The study shows more of these people apparently are trying to pay, trying to make deals with the banks, and are going to be suffering the most with this latest development.They really have gotten a bad rap.
- How do you just walk away from a home? Does this include those who refinanced and already spent the money? In my humble opinion if indeed the home was refinanced and money was spent to pay credit card debts, etc., to purchase that new vehicle or to get bigger and better toys, how is that different than racking up huge credit card debt and just not paying? You have the items you purchased and yet refuse to pay the bill?
Another Reason Why A Buyers Agent is Not A Luxury in Today's Market.. It's a Necessity
more so for Foreclosures, Short Sales, and for the first time buyer.
I was at an open house today. A buyer walked in. He said he just "lost" a house that he was suppose to buy and close on this week. Naturally I was curious and asked questions .
He indicated that he knew it was a foreclosure and wanted a "deal". He also said he didn't have a buyers agent or an attorney. He agreed to buy the house "as is".
One of my questions to this buyer was "Exactly who do you suppose the listing agent represents?" ... you know the answer.
He said he was saving money and time by not having a buyers agent...
. In reality this poor guy wasted money and time on home inspection, appraisal and time that he just cannot get back..
Have you ever met a home buyer who wasted money on home inspection after home inspection? No Buyers agent, no attorney... really, really disappointing to them.
Long story.. longer ).. This house that the buyer was suppose to buy had some major title issues: The bank that owned this house failed to record the mortgage assignment properly!Did you know that many foreclosed properties have title issues, record keeping issues, and more?
Many Foreclosed properties cannot be financed conventionally except by a rehab loan ( really difficult to obtain, I might add). What this means is the house cannot be bought unless the issues are clear. Again, a good buyers agent will only show you the homes that you have the ability to buy.
The moral of the story is to CHOOSE the RIGHT buyers agent... not just anybody. Choose an agent that is always "in"education. Choose an agent that will Consult rather than sell. and someone savvy about the entire home buying and selling process.
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Are You waiting for the next wave of foreclosures? Think about this.. There may be a wave of Short Sales instead.- Taunton-Lakeville Real Estate
Everywhere you turn today, the talk is about a next wave of foreclosures. I wonder whether this is accurate information. When I logically assess these statements and claims in my mind, I cannot understand.
While many Option Arm and adjustable rate mortgages are about to reset, I wonder whether the next wave of foreclosures will be a tsunami or just a few ripples.
How I see it:
Major lenders like JP Morgan Chase, Bank America, Wells Fargo and many more are offering loan modification programs to homeowners who would otherwise lose their homes.
Today vs last year: Home Owners who are behind on their payments are better educated on their options. I believe that short sales will be the dominant force in real estate in 2010. and foreclosures, not nearly as many..here's why:
1. A Judge earlier this year, in Massachusetts ruled that due to improper paperwork two banks improperly foreclosed on two Springfield-area homes; therefore, the title to these properties have been "clouded" or defective. Mortgages were not properly recorded, and sometimes not recorded at all, or recorded well after the date the mortgage was given. Judges have declared this illegal.. the banks sold and resold the mortgages multiple times to other investors. This affected and will continue to affect several homeowners in pre-foreclosure and foreclosure status. We are continuing to see this happen in other states as well. Based on this, I am of the opinion, at least right now, that there will NOT be a so called "glut" of foreclosures, I believe they will exist and come on the market, but not a wave or tsunami, as we saw last year and in first quarter 2009.
A. Another case Landmark National Bank v. Kesler, August 28, 2009 , the Kansas Supreme Court held that a nominee company called MERS has no right or standing to bring an action for foreclosure. MERS is an acronym for Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, a private company that registers mortgages electronically and tracks changes in ownership. The significance of the holding is that if MERS has no standing to foreclose, then nobody has standing to foreclose - on 60 million mortgages? That is the number of American mortgages currently reported to be held by MERS. Over half of all new U.S. residential mortgage loans are registered with MERS and recorded in its name. Holdings of the Kansas Supreme Court are not binding on the rest of the country, but they are dicta of which other courts take note; and the reasoning behind the decision is sound. This will halt so many foreclosures, giving homeowners time to consider their options. and yes, the banks will continue to attempt foreclosure.
2. Lenders have to be accountable to their investors and their bottom line. Foreclosures are toxic assets and are cost prohibitive. Lenders do not want real estate, they want their money. Would you want to own a house where you would have to fund an asset manager, real estate agent, repairs, liability insurance and more. The cost of foreclosure on some homes can be greater than what the home is worth!
3.Because of Obama's new Making Homes Affordable program, banks have become kinder and gentler in the way of loan modifications for those who qualify.
4. For homeowners unable to qualify for a loan modification, short sales are the other best alternative. I believe that our inventory will consist of more short sales than foreclosures in 2010.
Lori Lincoln is knowledgeable, experienced and educated in foreclosures and short sales. Not all agents know the process, please call her if you or someone you know needs help. http://LoriLincolnTeam.com
Zillow by their own reporting is NOT an accurate source for property values
Bobbie, Thank you for doing this research it is extremely helpful in dispelling all of the myths about what Zillow is and what it is not..
With all the information out there avaiable to home sellers and home buyers, finding and getting the right information becomes a challenge.
Zillow is one of the most well known property valuation websites, but if you are using it to decide what to place your home on the market for or what the home you are looking to buy is worth you will getting inaccurate or irrelevant information.
This is a portion of the Zillow Data Coverage and Zestimate Accuracy graph. As you can see in Bristol County they are only within 5% of the sale price 24% of the time. That number is not good odds for either a seller or buyer to accurately price their home. In Plymouth County it goes down to 22%.
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As you can see from the legend I pasted above they rate their own ability to be accurate. In Plymouth County they gave themselves 2 Stars which is Fair accuracy. For easier understanding to me that is a D. My son would have been grounded for months if he ever came home with a grade like that.
If you are a home seller or home buyer and would like an accurate Market Report please contact me and I will give you a no obligation report on your home or a home you are looking to purchase.
Bobbie Files
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A Bad Rap
Andrea, surprising information on homeowners that are walking away. Thank you Andrea for allowing the re-post
A bad rap, that's what I came away from this study thinking. I read a very interesting post by Liz Miller of Lake Havasu Real Estate in Arizona called "Those Who Have Chosen to Walk Away from Home Mortgages". If you haven't read it, you really should. Liz talks about a report from the LA Times concerning "Strategic Defaults", people walking away from their homes.
The surprising data that came out of a study done by Experian and Oliver Wyman showed that people with good credit were 50% more likely to walk away from their homes than people who were struggling to make those payments or who had less than stellar credit. What also surprised me that these "strategic defaulters" go from making payments on time to walking away. No struggling to make those payments, no late payments, etc.
I had two very strong and immediate thoughts to this information.
Bottom line, I think it is very important that the general public understand the continued problems are not the fault of those who may not have stellar credit ratings and big fancy homes, those who are struggling to hang on to what they have. What really worries me about this is that the banks are often NOT willing to work with them to help them out on loan modification programs. And yet these are the folks that are really trying to stay in their homes!
I'm just sayin....
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It's that time again.. How to deep clean your neglected house part 1. Massachusetts Homes
Oh.. boy.. It's that time of year again. How to Deep Clean Your Neglected House Part 1
Even if you aren't selling your home, we all like a clean home right?
As most people do, I work full time, I mean full time.. when you aren't home to "see" the dust bunnies, it's easy to forget.
When you aren't home to notice that you're having a hard time seeing out your windows.. well.. for me and maybe you.. it's time to get things spruced up and spic and span for the Holidays and Winter, and.. I am guilty as charged. Here is my strategy, hope it helps you.
First, set goals attached to a date that you would like to accomplish by. Second, enlist some help. If you don't have help, you can get the job done in small time blocks. How to eat an elephant.. "one bite at a time".
I don't like jobs done half way.. so my list is thorough. Since I've been in my home for awhile, it's time to start thinking of a complete overhaul, a real deep cleaning..start by removing all of the clutter.. rent a dumpster and have a yard sale. You can pay for the dumpster with the proceeds from the yard sale.
Note: (Definition of Clutter- what hasn't been used or looked at in 2 years. Get rid of all things that aren't sentimental.. okay packrats.. I hear you.. you have a lot of sentimental items right? If this is the case, give some of them to family members.. and re-evaluate your position on what is and isn't sentimental.) Just get rid of the junk.. don't leave it to a family member after you pass..give it to them now if you aren't using it.. the best gift we can give our loved ones after we pass is the gift of not having to go through all of our junk.
AFTER you've de-cluttered, start upstairs if you have 2 levels, this helps you work your way down. Most people that I know start downstairs and work their way up, not good.. all of the junk goes with you when you start down and work up. When you start upstairs, all throw-away items will be brought downstairs with you so that you can easy removal.
Wash all of your windows upstairs. Schedule enough time without rushing through.. it shouldn't take more than 10 minutes per window. Then leave the windows open.Don't use window cleaner first. Bring a bucket of soapy water and clean water. Then use window cleaner and newspaper or use vinegar which I believe is better.
Vaccum the mattresses (after you strip the beds. Leave the beds undressed until evening.) The open windows will help "air" out the mattresses.
Then dust and vaccum thoroughly, vaccum under the beds, clean door knobs, woodtrim etc.
Don't forget to vaccum and or wash/dust the heater covers.- (the big dispute on which order to do this in.. doesn't matter as long as it gets done). I prefer to wash rather than dust. I use Murphy's Oil soap 1 part soap, 2 parts water. for all of my wood cleaning and dusting. You can also use it on doors, window sills etc.
Repeat the same steps for downstairs.
For couches and chairs, remove all slip covers. Wash them in cold water, make sure they are washable and will not shrink. vaccum inside every nook and cranny of each chair or couch. For carpet stains, use a scrub brush with 3 part plain cold water 1 part gentle laundry detergent in a spray bottle. ( I once used Oxy-clean on my carpet and it stained my tan carpet white).
For all hard surface floors, forget the swiffer, hands and knees cleaning is best for the deep clean. For wood floors, I love Oil soap. For laminate.. too much water is not good because laminate is a pressed composite material. Damp cleaning in my opinion, is best on laminate. On bathroom and kitchen floors use a disinfectant cleaner.
I am such a bleach addict because it kills everything. If you choose to use chlorine bleach, make sure you have old clothes on and be careful of the fumes. You can also use all fabric bleach, but I am not so sure it will kill germs. Don't ever mix bleach with any other product other than water.
I also like the new Miracle sponges, they are foam like, but really clean up the hard water stains without detergent.
So that's it for tonight.. Happy Cleaning..
Tune in tomorrow for Part 2
Easton Massachusetts- Open House Saturday 3pm-5pm. Estate House For Sale
Easton Massachusetts- Open House This Saturday 3pm-5pm. Estate House For Sale. 50 Church Street, Easton. This is one of Easton's Best Buys. Did you know that Easton ranks #48 in the country's list of Best Places to Live by CNN, Money Magazine?
Here is a brief descripton: 4 Bedroom Raised Ranch that needs updates and some TLC and worth the investment. All mechanicals and roof are newer. This house is all about location. Situated in over an acre and no back yard neighbors. The lower level is set up to be an in-law. To legally approve the in-law, proper permits are required. This home is listed for 259,000
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Town of Easton is located 30 minutes from Boston, 45 minutes from Cape Cod, and 45 minutes from Providence. The community is approximately 29 square miles in area and has an estimated 2008 population of 23,289
Easton, although primarily a residential community, has experienced rapid and positive growth over the last decade. Recent development includes two major shopping plazas and provides residents with the convenience of shopping at major retailers. There are three supermarkets, easily accessible from any part of Town
Easton citizens have a long history of supporting an excellent school system. The renovation and expansion of the Oliver Ames High School and the Easton Middle School was completed in October, 2008, providing students with modern, state of the art facilities and a show case 1200-seat auditorium. Oliver Ames is a comprehensive high school designed to meet the educational needs of all students and offers a broad range of honors and advanced placement courses. 2008 MCAS scores placed Oliver Ames students in the top 10% in the state in English/language arts and the top 25% in mathematics. The high school has received recognition and awards for its music programs: jazz band, marching band, chamber orchestra, and show choir. There is a tradition of achievement in girls' and boys' sports with many championships over the years. Construction on a new high school stadium began in December, 2008.
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Lori Lincoln is a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty and sells homes in Easton, MA and other homes in Bristol and Plymouth county MA.
My thoughts for today in Southern MA Real Estate- Taunton Area-Massachusetts
So are you tired of hearing about whether the tax credit will be extended? It is always a great time to buy good real estate. Now is just a bit different. I have never seen home prices and interest rates in line with one another. .and the government giving away so much money. Usually it's one or the other, home prices higher, interest rates lower and vice versa.
My first question is who is going to pay for this. Don't get me wrong, the first time home buyer tax credit has helped many buyers and sellers get real estate up an running again..question is.. can we sustain the market without the credit? Should the credit be extended and even include others? Frankly, I have mixed emotions.
On one hand, it scares me.. bet you never thought I would say this.. "Lori the optimist". One cannot help but wonder.. if the credit is extended, that means millions of people are cashing in their credit instead of paying taxes. So who pays for it.?? I believe that would be us? Our country has so much debt now.
On the other hand, if the tax credit isn't extended, will the economy not recover? Will home buyers not be able to buy? After the expiration on Novemeber 30, will the real estate market tank?
Lots to think about. ..
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You Deserve to Live this well..
So.. How Do you like them Apples??
Okay the title got you to look at the blog.. my mother used to say this to me, when I was "in trouble"( lol)
I hope everyone gets to visit an apple orchard this fall. Apple picking is so much fun, relaxing morning or afternoon. Take time to ponder the beautiful autumn colors and breathe the fresh air of the country.. Nothing like Autumn in New England. I digress..
I am amazed at the apple varieties, from sweet to tart, to everything in between. There's an apple for everyone. There are also so many recipes available. You can get them online. Just go to the Food network website and type in Apple recipes in the search feature
My personal favorite is the Macoun.
Other Varieties are:
Ginger Gold, Zestar, Sansa, Akane, Paula red, Gravenstein,Honeycrisp, Golden Supreme
Early Fuji, CrimsonCrispm McIntosh, Gala. Cortland. Shizuka: Macoun, Honeygold, EmpireSpencer, Crimson Topaz , Hampshire Mac, Creston, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Idared , Cameo, Mutsu, Liberty, Macintosh, and I am sure there are more.
I also hear you can store some apples for months and months.
Suncrisp: ( My favorite Apple Orchards:
Keith's Farm in Acushnet MA http://www.keiths-farm.com
Tougas Farm in Northboro, Ma http://tougasfarm.com
Fall Photo at Keith's farm
Open House in Assonet Massachusetts THIS SUNDAY July 26th-Must See!-Fabulous 4 Bedroom
Open House in Assonet Massachusetts THIS SUNDAYJuly 26th-Must See! Fabulous 4 Bedroom
10 Colonial Drive, Assonet MA..
Directions: Take Route 79 which is Richmond Road, to Colonial Drive.. and follow the signs
Put on your running shoes and get to this open house on Sunday July 26th, Open House 1pm-2:30pm.
This is the lowest priced 4 bedroom home in Assonet
LIVE THE GOOD LIFE! If Location is Everything.. now you are home! Spacious 4 Bedroom Home with lots of room for your growing family. Eat in Kitchen with sliders to deck. The oversized master bedroom is fit for a king and a queen, and a nice walk in closet. All other bedrooms are good size. Park like landscaping with nice plantings and gardens and nobody behind or to right.Take comfort in knowing..your kids can play safer..due quiet cul-de-sac. Save on heat this winter with the pellet stove too.
Dont Miss:
Open House in Assonet Massachusetts THIS SUNDAY July 26th 1pm-2:30pm-Must See! Fabulous 4 Bedroom
10 Colonial Drive, Assonet, MA.. Take Route 79 which is Richmond Road to Colonial Drive.. follow signs.
A Few Items of Interest:
Assonet.. "Quintessential New England" at its' bestis a quaint historic village of Freetown Massachusetts, and has its own zip code. Located between Fall River, Lakeville and Berkley Massachusetts.
Historic Attributes: Better Known as Native American Country.. Where some of the King Phillip War was fought in the early 1600's. The Wampanoag Indians sold this to the English.
Assonet River- Part of The Taunton River and Flows all the way to Newport RI.
Elm Street Bridge- One of the Oldest Bridges in Massachusetts.
Assonet Topography
Open House in Assonet Massachusetts THIS SUNDAYJuly 26th-Must See! Fabulous 4 Bedroom
10 Colonial Drive, Assonet Ma- Take Route 79 ( Richmond Road, to Colonial Drive.. follow signs)
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Lori Lincoln is a Realtor/Consultant with Keller Williams Realty and is a Power Seller of homes in Assonet Massachusetts. If you are looking to move to Assonet or are looking to sell your home in Assonet, Call Lori Lincoln Today.
Lori Lincoln is among the top 5% in Sales for Assonet Massachusetts.
This is the Historical North Church in the Heart of Assonet Village- Founded in 1809.
Residents or "townies" rave about the school system and the low crime rate.
Be Cautious in Agreeing to Delayed Possession
Contributed by Gary Griffin.
So many times, Buyers agree to allow sellers "time to move out" after closing. This is a mistake.
Once the buyer owns the property, anything that happens to the house is their liability.. read on
Be Cautious in Agreeing to Delayed Possession
All Signed and sealed, got the keys in your hand, arriving at your brand-new address for the first time with children gathering around to have a look at your furniture. Perfect picture of a moving day, right on the agreed date! That's what you had in mind. But wait! What's that? A delay?In some cases, a seller will ask to remain in the real estate for a time after closing. You may say yes or no to the request, but before you make your decision, there are some important things to keep in mind.
Requests for Possession Delay
Sometimes just prior to contract closing, a seller may ask for time to vacate the home, or to take care of other issues on the transfer of possession. While the request may seem to be in order, a buyer should consider it with caution.If you choose to allow the request, the prior owner should at least be made to pay rent for any extra time. There must be a firm limit on the time the seller can stay in the property after the signing of the contract, and it needs to be in written form. An agreement setting forth the details of the after-closing possession can be provided by the real estate attorney or, in jurisdictions where attorneys are not involved in real estate purchase contracts, by the escrow officer.
If the seller announces at the time of closing that he or she has to stay in the home longer, and you agree to allow it, it is usually advisable to delay closing on the property until the seller can clear out, rather than become an unwilling landlord to a potentially troublesome tenant.
Why is Possession Following Closing a Problem?
Once you close on a property, it's yours. It is your responsibility. Anyone living there can do so only with your permission and they should be under a rental agreement or equivalent; even that does not insulate you from the risk of a loss. If the prior owner accidentally starts a fire that damages the house, you are responsible and you are accountable for the loss. The "tenant" will not be accountabile for the loss unless it is clearly included in the agreement -- and even then the inclusion may be hard to enforce.Additionally, sellers who stay in possession after closing have a lower level of motivation to take care of the property and make needed repairs or do any maintenance. When the deal closes, you accept it in the condition in which it stands at the time of closing.
Whatever damage that occurs after the contract closing accrues to the buyer, irrespective of who is living there. So if a carpet gets torn up or a furniture mover drags an appliance and scars a wall or kitchen tile, you will end up paying for the entire cost of the repair work.
A frequent problem with letting the seller keep possession past closing is that items that should remain with the home can disappear between closing and the time the buyer takes possession. Even in this case, the buyer is responsible for the loss because that liability goes along with ownership.
As the buyer, you assume a responsibility commensurate with your investment. It is safest to stay with possession at the time of closing, or to reschedule closing until the former owner has moved out from the property and can deliver the keys.
This article was furnished through Automated Homefinder, the Longmont real estate experts in Colorado. From my website www.GaryGiffin.com Articles
$8k Tax Credit Expiring...don't miss out!
Everyone is concerned that those who want to close in November will be cutting it too close, especially with the tighter lending standards.
The $8,000 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit expires December 1, 2009!
If you're planning to claim use the credit and haven't started looking for a home, your clock is officially ticking. You must be closed on your new home on or before December 1.
Because purchase closings sometimes are 60-days standard, your $8,000 is in jeopardy unless you go under contract prior to October 2, 2009. That's only about 2 months from now.
Use it or lose it, as they say. Realtos, get the word out to anyone that may be thinking of purchasing a new home ASAP!
For more information contact Will Staney @ 512-377-1468 or will.staney@wjbradley.com
How to Get Buyers to Fall in Love and pay you full price for your house for Taunton, Assonet, Berkley, Somerset Ma and Bristol County
Be the best house in the area!
Buyers appreciate and make offers on well priced homes in great condition: Here are som quick tips that will get you top dollar for your home in today's competititve market.
Remember that most buyers consider up to 5 possible towns. Sellers will be competing with other homes in the same price range in other towns. So it is extremely important that their homes stand out.
Before you put your house on the market check these items:
1. Curb appeal- remove trees and shrubs that "hide" your home.. most important is the front. Flower gardens should be weed free and lawn care should be evident. Paint the exterior of your home if needed.
2. Remember the 80's wallpaper- remove all of it- then paint in neutral colors. A very easy fix, you can rent or buy a wallpaper steamer. Total cost for 5 rooms would be about $700.00 or less if you do the work yourself.
3. Repair and or replace the roof, gutters, cracked window glass
4. Clean Out the garage, basement and other storage areas so the home buyers can see your space. Rent storage is best. Placing a pod on the property is okay, but ideally, use a storage warehouse.
5. Have a yard sale! You will make the money you need to cover some repairs
6. Deep clean everything! I mean everything.. powerwash outside of home, deck, etc.. Vaccum and wash walls, remove cobwebs, dust etc..
7. Get a home inspection- the home inspector will inform you as to all of the major repairs needed. i.e. furnace, oil tank, hot water heater, insects, mold, structural issues, etc..
8 Hire a professional stager- he or she will consult with you about showing your home in the best possible way.
9 List your home with a great Realtor
Your time and money invested will cause your house to sell for more money than if the work isn't done. Well worth the time and money... hands down!
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Lori Lincoln is an educated realtor and consultant to home sellers( aka marketing expert) in Bristol County Ma and surrounding cities and towns. She has neigborhood knowledge and experience in the following cities and towns: Rehoboth, Seekonk, Swansea, Somerset, Dighton, Taunton, E. Taunton, Assonet, Freetown, Lakeville, Middeboro, Berkley, Raynham, Easton, Bridgewater, W. Bridgewater, Fall River and more.
To get your home's value go to
http://www.bristolcountyhometeam.com
emal: LoriLincoln@kw.com
508-878-0917 ( direct)
Keller Williams Realty- Greater Bristol County Massachusetts Team.
