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Read What Elena V. has to Say about Working with Thrive

I recently sold a condo in Westborough with the help of Maribeth Lynch. I am really happy that I chose Maribeth as my real estate agent. In our first conversation, Maribeth said: “Your problem will be my problem, and I will do my best to solve it”. She truly lived up to these words. I had a stressful family situation and needed to sell the condo quickly. Maribeth came up with creative marketing technique, and I had a closing within two months. Along the way, Maribeth patiently explained pros and cons of different options; she returned my calls and emails within an hour or less. During the selling of my condo, my father ended up in a hospital for a month; it was a difficult time for me. Maribeth was very understanding of my time constraints, she helped me by doing some things that I was supposed to do myself. She showed true kindness and supported me like a friend would, at the same time being professional and trying to take as little of my time as possible. Now that the condo is sold, I find myself missing Maribeth’s warm presence in my everyday life. I hope Maribeth and I will stay in touch.

I highly recommend Maribeth to anyone who is looking for an experienced and professional real estate agent that will understand specifics of your situation and do their best to help you.

For more information about buying or selling homes in Shrewsbury or the central and metro west areas of Massachusetts, visit http://www.thriverealtors.com or call Maribeth at 508-641-9323.

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26 Nonquit Street Worcester Sold!

Worcester Homes Sold by Thrive Realtors

JUST SOLD! 26 Nonquit Street, Worcester MA

Thrive Real Estate Specialists is pleased to announce that our listing at 26 Nonquit St. in Worcester has sold today. This meticulous cape sold in under 30 days!

Congratulations to both the sellers and the new home owners!

If you are interested in buying or selling homes in Shrewsbury and the Central MA area, give Maribeth a call at 508-641-9323 or email Maribeth.

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New Listing-17 Federal Street Worcester Unit #705

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Just Listed!17 Federal Street Worcester, Unit #705


Why Pay Rent When You Can BUY?!


Large one bedroom unit conveniently located off Main Street next door to the Hanover Theater. Spacious sunny living area open to kitchen. New wood laminate floors, stainless kitchen appliances & 2 large closets for plenty of storage. Exercise room located in building! Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in a great downtown location. Perfect for a student – located near QCC, Becker & MCPHS. Walk to restaurants and close to public transportation! Why rent when you can invest in yourself!
 
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For more information call/text Stacey O’Neil at 508-380-6077 or e-mail Stacey.

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Choosing Your Home Away from Home

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Choosing Your “Home Away from Home” – Great Cars for Your Family


Maribeth Lynch, Thrive Real Estate Specialists

It’s your second home. Your mobile office. Your errand-running transport. It’s where you hole up during interminable soccer practices or while you’re waiting to pick up your kids in the carpool line.

Anyone with a busy family knows how much time is spent in the car and on the go. Our cars are often filled with everything from groceries to dry cleaning to sports equipment to our kids and all of their friends. So what makes a great family-friendly car that meets all of your needs?

Obviously, the answer to that question is going to depend on your priorities and lifestyle. A few considerations:

• Safety. No one wants to drive around in a car with a poor safety record or a history of worrisome mechanical issues. Fortunately, vehicle safety performance statistics are easily accessible online.

• Affordability. It’s important to find a car with payments that fit comfortably within your budget. When you’re making a calculation about how much car you can afford, don’t forget to keep in mind expenses for auto insurance, routine maintenance, registration, and annual inspections.

• Gas Mileage. Particularly if you have a long commute or plan to use your car for road trips and vacations, you’ll want a car that isn’t a gas-guzzler. Think about your needs. Do you do a lot of in-town driving? Short trips? A regular commute into the city? A vehicle’s gas mileage is also something you can research online. For information about gas mileage, emissions, and safety, visit the Department of Energy’s fuel economy website for an impartial comparison of different vehicles.

• Amenities. There’s a wide range of options to choose from when it comes to buying a car, from rear view cameras to heated seats to built-in child boosters. You might consider an entertainment system or Wi-Fi hotpot to make lengthy trips more bearable or productive. Every year, car manufacturers make more and more high-tech features available.

Another question to ask yourself is what type of car best suits your lifestyle. Minivan? Sedan? SUV? What type of car best meets your needs in terms of passenger comfort and cargo space?

This year, U.S. News and World Report ranked the best cars for families in 21 categories, with the Nissan Murano taking top honors in the two-row SUV class and best three-row SUV going to the Toyota Highlander. The Honda Odyssey ranked as the best minivan, while the best compact SUV was the Honda CR-V. For smaller families, the Volkswagen Golf was the leader in the compact category. Best midsize car was the Hyundai Sonata – it’s worth noting that the Sonata’s BlueLink system allows remote monitoring of the vehicle’s performance via smartphone, ideal for parents of teen drivers. You can find this year’s complete list of best family cars on the U.S. News and World Report website.

A lot of people find the car buying experience less than enjoyable, so it’s smart to do your research up front. I’ve found that information is available online about everything from the most popular car colors to the most commonly stolen cars to the most-researched vehicles. Consumer Reports is a great resource when buying a new car. Just as when you buy a new house, it’s a good idea to check your facts before you buy a new car.

Would you like to know more? Visit http://www.thriverealtors.com/ for more information!

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Open House 30 Monadnock Drive Shrewsbury MA October 25

Open House 30 Monadnock Drive Shrewsbury MA
 

Open House 30 Monadnock Drive Shrewsbury MA- October 25, 2015 12-2pm

Come and view this gorgeous custom built Tomaiolo home in excellent location close to everything. Step inside this beautifully appointed home and be prepared to fall in love. Starting with classic architectural details in the foyer, gleaming hardwoods with entry into the formal dining room and living room. The kitchen has cherry cabinets, granite and a generous eating area with access to the back patio. The step-down family room is quite large and has a brick fireplace, skylights and is easily accessible from the kitchen. With a back mud room and two car garage, the first floor will meet and exceed all of your needs. The second floor has 3 large bedrooms, a double vanity bath and a master suite with huge walk in closets, bath with soaking tub and shower and access to the attic over the garage. The lower level is beautifully finished with a full bath, storage closet and room for all of your entertaining needs. All of this on a stunning lot with premium landscaping and superb location.
 

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Westborough Village Condo New to Market

Westborough Condo for Sale- Westborough Village

37 Moses Wheelock Lane #26, Westborough New to Market

Open House October 24, 2015 12-2:00pm

Thrive Real Estate Specialists is proud to introduce this beautiful Westborough Village Condominium to Market! This EASTBROOK MODEL is now available in a Premium Location. With three levels and over 2800 sq ft, this home has is all! The main level is home to the state-of-the-art kitchen including a 6 burner stove and baking island. With a view of your family room, the space is connected and open and offers high ceilings and beautiful trim package. Your formal dining room has gorgeous hardwoods with french doors leading into your private office. The upper floor has 2 guest bedrooms, laundry and a stunning Master Suite with spa-like bathroom and a french door to your private veranda overlooking the gorgeous grounds. The garage, mudroom and storage closet are all located on ground level and offer lots of flexibility to organize all your bulky items. Westborough Village offers first-class amenities in a community with excellent schools, shopping and public transportation. Your next home awaits!
State of the Art Kitchen- Westboro Village Condo

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Shrewsbury MA Realtor Maribeth Lynch
For more information, or to schedule a viewing of this property, call Maribeth at 508-641-9323 or email at Maribeth@Thriverealtors.com

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Open House Northborough Ma 10-11-15

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OPEN HOUSE: 251 DAVIS STREET, NORTHBOROUGH MA

SUNDAY OCTOBER 11, 2015  1-3 PM

Pack your bags, the house you have been waiting for is here. Sitting nicely on a very flat and large lot is this expanded split level home. With many recent improvements including new siding, roof, windows, composite deck, interior painting and flooring, your sure to be pleased by how much space this home has. The first floor includes a large living room with a brick fireplace, dining room with views into the kitchen, a very large family room addition with access to the gorgeous deck overlooking the expansive back yard. The kitchen has plenty of storage and is just waiting for your personal touches to make it home. The family bedrooms are all ample in size with plenty of closet space, the master has it’s own half bath. The lower level is wide open, and has a half bath/laundry room conveniently located with lots of additional storage. This low maintenance home is located near the ever popular Northgate neighborhood and offers easy access to shopping and highways.
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West Boylston Open House 10-11-15

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Open House: 280 Goodale Street, West Boylston. Sunday, October 11, 2015 1-3 pm

Details, details, details … from the charming, meandering floor plan to the peg wood floors to the pineapple weathervane, this home is chockfull of details that add up to special. Two sets of folding glass doors lead to the front-to-back great room with oversized windows, vaulted ceiling, access to a deck and a fabulous bump out (perfect for a Christmas tree!). The kitchen, with tasteful cabinets and granite, overlooks a cozy, fireplaced room. The table is nestled into a sun-drenched nook with views of the beautiful yard—what a way to start each day. A 1st-floor master suite is tucked into the back of the home. A light-filled office with built-in shelves and a laundry round out the 1st floor. Upstairs are 2 ample bedrooms with great closets, plus a bonus playroom/fitness area. The yard is beautifully landscaped for minimum maintenance and maximum enjoyment.
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To schedule a viewing of this property, or for more information, call/text Maribeth at 508-641-9323

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Home Financing Changes

Buying a Home in Massachusetts

Home Financing Is Undergoing a Change

 

Maribeth Lynch, Thrive Real Estate Specialists

Just this week, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) implemented a new mortgage regulation called TRID, and if you’re thinking about buying a new house, you’ll want to know what will change with this new regulation in place. Understanding the lingo involves decoding a lot of acronyms, but don’t let the jargon scare you! Let me help simplify it.

The new mortgage regulation, TRID, stands for TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosures.

Disclosures are loan fee estimates provided to a borrower during the loan process. TILA-RESPA refers to the two federal statutes that have governed loan forms for more than 30 years. TILA stands for the Truth in Lending Act, and RESPA stands for the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act. These two statutes produced closing paperwork with inconsistent language and confusing redundancies. TRID is designed to condense the paperwork into two new, more intuitive forms with clear language that a home buyer can easily understand.

Under TRID, lenders will now be required to provide borrowers with two new disclosures: the loan estimate (LE) and the closing disclosure (CD):

  • The LE, provided to the borrower three days after submission of a loan application, lays out the terms of the loan in whole dollar figures, with all fees alphabetized so that buyers can easily compare rates and fees among multiple lenders. The LE expires within 10 days unless the borrower decides to lock in financing. The LE also specifies whether any of the terms of the loan are subject to change after close.
  • The CD, provided to the borrower three days prior to close, reflects the actual charges attached to the loan rather than the estimated fees listed on the LE, so fee amounts are listed in more exact amounts rather than whole-dollar estimates. It also specifies how much cash is needed to close. Again, fees are specified in an easy-to-read alphabetized layout. If any of the terms of the loan do change after close, the lender is required to provide the borrower with a new CD within 30 days following close; any necessary refunds from the lender must be delivered to the buyer within 60 days following close.

So, as you can see, TRID is designed to protect consumers. Under TRID, the new disclosures help simplify the loan process for home buyers. Some industry professionals are actually starting to refer to it as the “Know Before You Owe” rule. TRID reduces the paperwork that a home buyer must sort through and makes the terms of the mortgage easier to understand. It also gives the buyer ample time to look over the CD in order to make certain everything is satisfactory with the final terms of the loan.

Some people are concerned that the stricter timeline required by TRID might delay closings or lengthen the loan process, but in reality, there are only a couple of circumstances in which the CD would have to be entirely rewritten, re-starting the three-day waiting period prior to close. TRID does not alter the requirements to qualify for a loan; home buyers are still going to require healthy credit and an attractive debt-to-income ratio to qualify for most loans.

Overall, I think that lenders, home buyers, and agents will adjust to the new regulations fairly quickly. If TRID does its job, we should see more transparency in the lending process, which should lead to fewer home purchases encountering last-minute snags.

Would you like to know more? Visit www.thriverealtors.com for more information!

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Open House 61 Hillando Drive Shrewsbury MA Sunday 9-27-15

Homes for Sale Shrewsbury Ma- 61 Hillando

Open House in Walnut Ridge Estates in Shrewsbury

Sunday, September 27, 2015 from 12:00-2:00pm

 


This Walnut Ridge Estates home has just about everything you are looking for! Bright and sunny with french doors leading into the formal dining room just adjacent to a cozy sitting room-both with hardwood floors. The family room features a brick fireplace and opens into the kitchen. Designed for cooking and entertaining, the kitchen is filled with cabinets and offers access to the large deck and first floor laundry. The second floor welcomes you with a large master, two more ample bedrooms and even a small office. The partially finished lower level offers a slider to your outdoor “living room”, tucked under the deck with views of a beautiful wooded backyard. Speaking of your backyard… while sitting on your large deck or outdoor spaces you will enjoy the soothing sound of a backyard waterfall complete with pond. All of this with gas heat, central air, a walkable neighborhood and Shrewsbury’s award winning schools!

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Call or Text Maribeth for more information 508-641-9323

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