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5 Stoney Hill Road Shrewsbury

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New Listing: 5 Stoney Hill Road-Shrewsbury
Open House Sunday 3/13/15 12-2pm

Thrive Real Estate Specialists are proud to offer our latest listing in Shrewsbury. Perched at an angle that just feels welcoming, this beautifully landscaped home with a pond & dock out back is the kind of home that makes you look twice. Inside, youll find a soothing palette. Columns frame the entrances to both the living room and family room. And what a family room it is: a massive mantle over the gas FP soars to the cathedral ceiling. In a wing off to the right is the first-floor master suite: bedroom, bath, good closets but also a stunning light-filled sitting room with views of the pond, gas fireplace, skylights and access to the deck. The kitchen has pickled oak cabinets, an island with gas top, and an eat-in area with sliders to the large composite deck. Upstairs are three bedrooms, one with an ensuite bath. The first-floor laundry has a sink and amazing storage. There is also a big finished basement with full bath, storage and sliders to a sunroom.Don’t miss the lovely pool and cabana overlooking the pond. Your private oasis within Hills Farm.

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Beat the Heat with Your Own Backyard Pool

Vacation right at home with your own in ground pool and water front views!

1A Timari Drive Shrewsbury New to Market

1A Timari Drive in Shrewsbury
New to Market and Open House 3/6/16 12-2pm

$587,900
Gorgeous 4 year old Colonial located right in the Center of Shrewsbury!
4 Bedrooms, 3 full baths, stunning open concept floor plan. Situated on a level lot with fenced yard, this nicely appointed Colonial has in-demand features: a stunning kitchen/family room combination highlighted by a gas fireplace, access to the deck, solid cherry cabinets, granite galore, an inviting island, stainless steel appliances and gleaming hardwood floors. Off the foyer, youll find the formal living room and bright, sunny dining room. Don’t overlook the first floor full bath. The spacious second floor has a reading nook, laundry room and four large bedrooms, including the master suite with a walk-in closet, double sink and soaking tub. You can park more than just cars in the 2-car garage with great built-in storage!This is a great little street with just 6 other homes and, even better, it’s a short walk to the new library, schools, restaurants, churches and everything else the center of town has to offer.
Over 2500 sq feet of AWESOMENESS!

Open House, Sunday March 6, 2016 12-2pm

Viewings start at the open house this weekend.

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For more information, please call/text Maribeth 508-641-9323.

2015 Home Sales

2015: A Year in Review
by Thrive Realtors

We at Thrive Real Estate Specialists want to send our deepest thanks to those who made our first full year in business a huge success. The greatest achievements in any organization are made up by the small steps we take each day to service and respond efficiently to our clients. We thank each and every person who have helped us build our brand and have entrusted us with their business. May you THRIVE in 2016!

Just Listed in Grafton- 10 Barbara Jean Street

Just Listed!
Pristene Home at 10 Barbara Jean Street in North Grafton MA

All showings will begin at Open House 12/6 from 12-2pm

All this needs is a bow and your holiday shopping is done!
PRISTINE home located in a great Grafton neighborhood. This well cared for home has so much to offer starting with its gorgeous landscaping and great curb appeal, its flat yard and many upgrades already made to the home. Everything you need is located on the main level including a nicely appointed living room with a fireplace, dining room with sliders to the deck and a large fully applianced kitchen. The first floor has hardwood throughout with the exception of the kitchen and bath. With three bedrooms and an updated bathroom, you are sure to be pleased by the care that’s been given by it’s current owner. The lower level features a finished bonus room, laundry and craft area and even has plumbing in place for a future bath. Roof replaced in 2011, Water heater replaced in 2014, many new windows in 2009.

All this needs is a bow and your holiday shopping is done!

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Review For Thrive Realtors Shrewsbury MA

Why We Love Our Clients!

There is no better compliment than a client taking the time to write a review about working with us. We make it our mission to go above and beyond for our clients, and getting such a wonderful review just reinforces the value in our commitment to our customers.

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.

26 Nonquit Street Worcester Sold!

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.

Westborough Village Condo New to Market

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!

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

Open House Northborough Ma 10-11-15

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

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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Home Financing Changes

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.

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