Cheryl Pendenza - Realtor®/Broker Associate's Blog

Posted on 09/02/2021
Staging the Exterior of Your Home
Image by F. Muhammad from Pixabay Selling your home requires staging your home. Staging means preparing your home for showings, tours or professional photography aimed at advertising and selling your property to potential buyers. While staging the interior of the home is crucial, preparing the exterior is just as important. Your goal is to make the best possible...
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Posted on 08/26/2021
Make Your Own Flower Pots With These Tips
You don’t need to strain your budget buying brand new flower pots when you can make some yourself. There are many common items you can convert into flower pots to save time and money. Many of these DIY projects you can accomplish with a few basic tools and things you already have around the house. Here are some...
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Posted on 08/19/2021
What is Green New Construction?
Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay There are multiple trends in green home building these days, so much so that it can create confusion as to what a green home actually is. People might claim that their home is sustainable without actually qualifying how. We'll look at the parameters and how to identify an environmentally-friendly home that works...
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Posted on 08/12/2021
3 Theme Ideas for Virtual Game Nights
If you’re looking for inspiration for your next virtual game night, try picking a specific theme. With the right preparation and details, a virtual theme party can be just as fun as an in-person one. Here are some ideas for throwing a fun party all while staying at home: Casino Night A virtual casino night with friends or...
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Posted on 08/05/2021
Increase New Construction Homes' Value by Including Compliant Accessibility Designs
Photo by JESHOOTS.com from Pexels The physical limitations that come with age or disability task existing property owners with making sometimes awkward modifications to existing homes. Although many of these changes are necessary for improved accessibility, bulky ramps in front yards tend to diminish curbside appeal. In terms of resale value, homeowners may be narrowing their buyer demographic...
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Posted on 07/29/2021
Ways an Attached Garage Can Increase Accessibility in Your New Home
Photo by Pixabay via Pexels For most people, inclement weather is an inconvenience when getting out of a vehicle and entering a home. When it rains, you use an umbrella or get wet. When it snows or sleets, you have to watch every step or suffer a slip and fall. But for people with a disability or mobility...
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Posted on 07/22/2021
Room by Room Home Staging Tips
There is a lot that goes in to home staging beyond just tidying up. Interior designers and real estate experts have found specific ways to make the absolute best of any home by knowing how to make the best of every room. General staging tips like cleaning and going for neutral colors apply everywhere, but here are some...
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Posted on 07/15/2021
Adding Some Extra Warmth to Your Luxury Bathroom
Photo by banksy07 via Pixabay Adding some extra warmth to your bathrooms boosts your home value while also ensuring that you’ll have a well-heated and comfortable environment for bathing and showering during winter. With these heating options, you can warm up your bathrooms as needed without having to turn up your thermostat, causing your furnace to run more...
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Posted on 07/08/2021
Tips on Being Prepared for the Hidden Costs of Home Ownership
Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay There’s no denying that purchasing a home requires a huge investment from buyers. Not only will you need to have a down payment in place, but you’ll need to consider closing costs, home maintenance, property taxes and more over the years. While these are all expenses that most buyers are aware of,...
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Posted on 08/19/2021
11 Vista St, Malden, MA 02148 is now new to the market!
Modern, stylish, and a West Side location you just can’t beat! Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated offering an open concept chef’s kitchen with gas cooking, lots of cabinets, granite and stainless-steel appliances. The natural light flows in from the glass sliders with a view of the expansive deck and newly hydroseeded backyard. Great sized bedrooms, central A/C and a full basement that could easily be turned into additional living space with its High Ceilings & Walkout. ***Large driveway and off-street parking***Just over the Medford line and Steps to shopping, dining, the bus line and the Fellsmere Pond, one of Malden’s true gems...
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Posted on 08/06/2021
Another Property Sold - 8 Pine Avenue, North Reading, MA 01864
You will FALL in LOVE with this 3 BEDROOM STORYBOOK CAPE with 2nd floor DORMER in MOVE IN CONDITION offering many options for use with the VERSATILE FLOORPLAN. SPACIOUS FIREPLACED LIVING ROOM with PICTURE WINDOW leads to MODERN KITCHEN with WHITE CABINETRY, CENTER ISLAND, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, and QUARTZ COUNTERS. Cozy back MUDROOM leads to yard, and doubles as 1ST FLOOR LAUNDRY. Entire house has been FRESHLY PAINTED in TODAY'S COLORS. Upstairs there's two FRONT to BACK BEDROOMS with JACK & JILL BATH. Picture yourself entertaining, grilling, relaxing or simply enjoying the peace & quiet in your PRIVATE BACKYARD overlooking...
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Posted on 08/04/2021
530 Mountain Avenue, Revere, MA 02151 is now new to the market!
NEW CONSTRUCTION - Luxurious 2-FAMILY in a great location (West Revere). Make it yours and enjoy the spectacular sunset view on the distant hills while your rental property pays your mortgage *** Both units offer a modern open floor plan, in-unit laundry, central A/C, hardwood flooring, gas heat & cooking, granite, stainless steel appliances, off-street parking and a security camera system. *** Unit #1 Offers two floors (townhouse style), 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a spa-like master bedroom suite with walk-in closet. *** Unit #2 Offers 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath and Perched up high for a dreamy escape with a sunset view ***...
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