Byron R. Ford, Jr. Realtor®, CBR, CNHS' Blog

Posted on 08/24/2020

When to Sell Your Home as an Investment Property

Photo by fran hogan on Unsplash If you’re a homeowner considering selling your home as an investment property, timing is important. From a financial perspective, just as you probably bought strategically, you want to sell strategically too. The trick is knowing when the right time arrives. Here are four common metrics people use to determine when it's time...

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Posted on 08/21/2020

New Bedford, MA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view New Bedford, MA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 08/16/2020

Is A Seller-Financed Mortgage Right For You?

Photo by Charles Thompson via Pixabay A vast majority of homebuying transactions rely on the buyer qualifying for a mortgage through a bank. After all, most people don't have enough cash lying around to buy a home outright. Nowadays, you have more options with different types of lenders and alternative financing companies where you can seek pre-approval online....

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Posted on 08/09/2020

Luxury Home Seller Questions

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Sellers of luxury properties have more concerns about selling than sellers of properties that are not considered luxury homes. Because of the amount of money involved in the transaction, selling a luxury home has additional hurdles. Our real estate agents help you get over some of these hurdles. My House is Unique —...

Posted on 08/22/2020

Another Property Sold - 679 Cottage St., New Bedford, MA 02740

Spacious 4 bedroom in the north west area of New Bedford. Home has a huge living room with fireplace. All rooms have hardwood under the wall to wall carpet. Remodeled kitchen with an island is very chef friendly. Nice size dining room on the other side of the island. Off the tiled kitchen is a tiled family room with a half bath and a door leading to nice deck on the side yard. Several beautiful stained glass windows add to the historic charm of this home. 2nd level has 4 large bedrooms and a newly remodeled bathroom with tub and stand up shower. There is easy access to the 3rd floor for added living space or great storage. A driveway and...

Posted on 08/21/2020

Another Property Sold - 9 Prince St., Fairhaven, MA 02719

Don't miss this sprawling Cape style home in the charming seaside town of Fairhaven. Enter the front door to large living rm w/gorgeous fireplace. Features include beautifully stained woodwork, hardwood floors & lovely country kitchen w/the warmth of natural stained woodwork. Dining rm is off the kitchen & a continuation of the parlors in the front of the home. Kitchen has sliders to 10x30 deck, 40x20 pool & cabana area for seasonal fun & entertaining. Offering 3 /4 bedrooms & 3 baths, the master bedroom en-suite includes a 2-person jacuzzi & corner shower plus a beautiful porch overlooking a tree-lined backyard...

Posted on 08/19/2020

275 Hawthorn St, New Bedford, MA 02740 now has a new price of $347,900!

This classic spacious colonial on a double lot is walking distance to Buttonwood Park. Home offers an eat in kitchen, large foyer and living room. Off of the front living room is a nice study. Between the kitchen and living room is a very large dining room. The first floor also features a half bath and a very large family room that could easily be used as another bedroom. 2nd floor has two huge bedrooms and a smaller L shaped bedroom. Off that room is access to the walk up 3rd floor. Home has a large two car garage and shed along with a pool needing some TLC. fenced in yard. Seller to do painting, required to pass FHA. Great location on the...

Posted on 08/14/2020

Another Property Sold - 55 Emmet St., Brockton, MA 02302

Adorable two-bedroom ranch is conveniently located to commuter rail and major highways. Hardwood floors throughout, central air, oversized remodeled tiled bathroom with jacuzzi tub and stand up shower. The recently remodeled kitchen has a nice eating island. The master is large with plenty of closet space and the home offers a 2nd large bedroom, too. Living room has a beautiful fireplace as to focal point of this spacious living room. Nice yard with deck overlooking the treelined back yard. Plenty of off-street...

Posted on 08/14/2020

275 Hawthorn St, New Bedford, MA 02740 is now new to the market!

This classic spacious colonial on a double lot is walking distance to Buttonwood Park. Home offers an eat in kitchen, large foyer and living room. Off of the front living room is a nice study. Between the kitchen and living room is a very large dining room. The first floor also features a half bath and a very large family room that could easily be used as another bedroom. 2nd floor has two huge bedrooms and a smaller L shaped bedroom. Off that room is access to the walk up 3rd floor. Home has a large two car garage and shed along with a pool needing some TLC. fenced in yard. Seller to do painting, required to pass FHA. Great location on the...

Posted on 08/14/2020

Another Property Sold - 1 Francis Way, Berkley, MA 02779

Prepare To be Amazed By The Space That This Home Has To Offer; Updated Contemporary Home Features Newer Kitchen w/Granite Countertops, 2 Tone Kitchen Maple Cabinetry, Large Set Of Pantry Built-Ins, Newer Stainless Steel Appliances; Cathedral Ceiling Living Room/Kitchen/Dining Area; Addition Done To The Home Added A 1st Floor Suite (Perfect For Extended Family or Teen/Nanny Quarters) w/Separate Entrance; Finished Lower Level w/Walkout Adds Even More Room To The House w/Several Rooms & A Half Bath! There are 2 Full Baths & 2 Half Baths! The Seller Also Has Solar Panels That They Own so No Rental/Lease Agreement To Worry About! All...

Posted on 08/04/2020

Another Property Sold - 1014 Almy St, New Bedford, MA 02745

Don’t miss this spacious North End Ranch with an oversized lot. Home features a large living room/dining room combination and hardwood floors throughout. A large family room overlooks the back yard. Three nice size bedrooms and one full bath. This home has great bones and is ready for your personal...

Posted on 08/04/2020

147 Ricketson St., New Bedford, MA 02744 now has a new price of $349,900!

Motivated seller, purchased new home! Beautiful South End Cape, walking distance to Fort Taber and beaches. Open floor plan with beautiful, light, solid wood cabinets, tiled kitchen and hardwood throughout the 1st floor living area. Off the kitchen is a large deck overlooking the fenced in yard. 3 nice size bedrooms, all have new wall to wall carpeting, and 2 full baths. En suite on 2nd floor is sweet. New sprinkler system recently installed and central vacuum is an added bonus. See 3D Virtual Tour...