Richard Powers' Blog
Posted on 07/13/2025
FHA appraisals: What to expect & how to prepare
FHA loans are special in the fact they are backed by the...
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Posted on 07/06/2025
Where Is the Best Place to Be During a Tornado?
Even small tornadoes can be dangerous. That's why it's important to have a plan for staying safe if one should appear in your area. If you're at home, there are several places you can take shelter from the strong winds and flying debris. Here are the best places at home to be during a tornado: Head for the...
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Posted on 06/29/2025
Backyard movie night ideas
Movies are a great way to spend time with loved ones...
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Posted on 06/22/2025
The basics of an underwater mortgage
Due to the quick nature of the real estate market and other...
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Posted on 06/15/2025
Which residential projects require a build permit?
Before you make any major changes to your property,...
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Posted on 07/15/2025
57 Crooker Dr, Lynn, MA 01904 is now new to the market!
Ward 1 Gem – Move-In Ready Ranch with Finished Basement and 2-Car Garage. Nothing to do but move right into this beautifully updated ranch-style home in one of Lynn’s most desirable neighborhoods. This rare find offers 7 spacious rooms, including 3 generous bedrooms and 1.5 modern baths, all thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality. The stunning new kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel stove and refrigerator (on order), pendant lighting over the center island, and flows seamlessly into the open-concept living and dining areas—perfect for entertaining. Recessed lighting and hardwood floors add warmth and style...
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Posted on 07/14/2025
Another Property Sold - 122 Hamilton St 1, Cambridge, MA 02139
Charming Condo with Yard and ParkingDiscover this spacious and beautifully appointed one-bedroom condo tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. Featuring elegant architectural details, abundant natural light, and hardwood floors throughout, this home offers a warm and inviting ambiance. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area is perfect for modern living, enhanced by practical custom built-ins and thoughtful design touches. The finished lower level includes a dedicated study and a separate laundry area, providing flexible space for work or relaxation. French doors lead to a beautifully landscaped private yard and patio—an urban oasis...
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Posted on 07/01/2025
483 Central St, Saugus, MA 01906 is now new to the market!
Spectacular build 9 years young. This duplex style two family was built to condo quality and condo docs available . Each unit has 6 large rooms, 4 bedrooms and 2 and 1/2 baths First floor features open floor plan with Living room Dining area and Kitchen, plus half bath, second level is 2 large bedrooms and a full bath and third level is 2 large bedrooms and another full bath. Units are mirror images. Plenty of off street parking and each unit has a deck off the...
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Posted on 06/28/2025
483 Central St A, Saugus, NY 10906 is now new to the market!
Welcome to 483 Central St. Unit A, Saugus—a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse built in 2016, featuring hardwood floors throughout, central heat and air conditioning, granite countertops, and ceramic tile bathrooms. This spacious home offers large bedrooms, generous closet space, a walk-up attic for additional storage, and three basement storage units. The kitchen is fully equipped with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and dishwasher, and the in-unit laundry is conveniently located on the second floor. With four designated parking spots and two guest parking spots, low condo fees, and a prime location near Route 1 and a...
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Posted on 06/19/2025
483 Central St A, Saugus, NY 10906 is now new to the market!
Welcome to 483 Central St. Unit B, Saugus—a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse built in 2016, featuring hardwood floors throughout, central heat and air conditioning, granite countertops, and ceramic tile bathrooms. This spacious home offers large bedrooms, generous closet space, a walk-up attic for additional storage, and three basement storage units. The kitchen is fully equipped with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and dishwasher, and the in-unit laundry is conveniently located on the second floor. With four designated parking spots and two guest parking spots, low condo fees, and a prime location near Route 1 and a...
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Posted on 06/13/2025
Another Property Sold - 237 Broadway, Lynn, MA 01904
Ward 1 renovated 2 family, First floor is deleaded and renovated with new kitchen, quartz counters and stainless steel appliances, second level has recent addition , 2 bedrooms and open kitchen/ living room . Large lot with plenty of parking close to Schools, Shops, restaurants and Sluice pond. Easy access to Peabody and all local...
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Posted on 06/13/2025
Another Property Sold - 48 Hayes St, Lynn, MA 01905
West Lynn on the Saugus line. This Solid 7 room 3 bedroom Colonial has excellent value. Large lower level starts with heated entry way with Laundry hook ups. Spacious Living room and dining room with built China cabinet, Remodeled Eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinet and counter space. Second level has three good size bedrooms and large full bath. This home features Hardwood floors, vinyl siding, and replacement windows. Heating system 8 yrs old, HW 5 yrs old . All offered on an 8000 plus square foot loot that abuts the Saugus line. Easy access to major highways, and Boston. Close to schools, shopping , Lynn Woods, parks and restaurants....
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