Kevin Chiles' Blog

Posted on 12/05/2022

Working from home: Burnout and how to fix it

Working from home can be great for a variety of reasons, such as convenience, higher productivity and possibly increases in work-life balance. However, there is another side to working from home: burnout. Many times working from home means working at home, living at home, being at home and generally staying home much of the time. While that can...

Burnout

Mental Health

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Posted on 11/28/2022

Which residential projects require a build permit?

Before you make any major changes to your property, investigate what type of build permit you need. Even if you’re just remodeling your home, construction permits are required for most projects. Here is a basic guide to the types of major home remodeling projects requiring a permit: Demolition If you’re demolishing any outdoor or indoor structure, you’ll need...

Building Codes

Building Permits

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Posted on 11/24/2022

North Reading, MA Real Estate Market Update 11/24/2022

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

Posted on 11/21/2022

How to entertain kids at home: A party planner's guide

It can be tricky to think of ideas for how to entertain...

Home Entertaining

Kids

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Posted on 11/14/2022

Reading, MA Real Estate Market Update 11/14/2022

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

Posted on 11/14/2022

How to Juggle Multiple Offers for Your Home

If you’re selling your home, the idea of getting multiple offers to buy might seem like an ideal scenario. However, managing multiple offers can be complicated and even stressful. Working with a real estate agent will help you figure out the best course of action, but so will understanding your options. Here are some choices you can make...

Accepting Offers

Disclose Offer

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Posted on 11/07/2022

5 Top Shrubs Homeowners Can Plant To Create Living Privacy Fences

Property owners and abutters often want to escape into the backyard to take a break. When landscapes are wide open, even the courtesy of saying hello and briefly chatting with neighbors reduces the peaceful enjoyment of the property. Homeowners who do not want to invest thousands of dollars to stare at blank wooden fences can plant shrub rows...

Gardening

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Posted on 11/03/2022

Wakefield, MA Real Estate Market Update 11/3/2022

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Posted on 10/31/2022

Outdoor entertainment: Backyard ideas for any occasion

When it comes to outdoor entertainment, backyard design can...

Outdoor Entertaining

Backyard Ideas

Posted on 10/24/2022

The trendiest materials for your floor project

If you’re interested in bringing your interior design skills to the cutting edge, consider the latest trends in flooring for your next floor project. While it’s common to replace or refurbish floors due to necessity, changing the aesthetics of the floor can impact the entire space. If you’re planning a floor project, here are some of the top...

Bamboo Floors

Cork Floors

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Posted on 10/23/2022

North Reading, MA Real Estate Market Update 10/23/2022

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

Posted on 10/17/2022

VA Benefits for Veterans With Disabilities

If you're a qualifying U.S. veteran, a VA home loan can be your quickest path to home ownership. However, if you're legally disabled, there are even more financial benefits available. Here is a basic guide to VA loan benefits for veterans with disabilities: Funding fee exemptions VA loans don't require down payments, but come with funding fees instead....

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