Porches! Like fences they make good neighbors!

Holliston in the great "Top Of the World" location known as Highlands and CarriageHouse  , we have two magnificent lots remaining , lots 46 and 47 , both have views to 'forever' with front porch and or veranda!   A secret room crowns each of the spectacular new plans that feature second floor family rooms we call the Continental den for being near the "kids" as needed or  on cold winter nights ! 

 Estate setting,  high on hill,  with stone pillar entry at driveway !  A special home in a very desirable part of Holliston!

Ask about our other Estate Homes coming  in our new section called Constitution on one to two acre lots.

Plans are getting ready for Lots 55, 56, 69, 75,76,  in Constitution Village each has unique offerings for the buyer who does not want sameness!  We are nearing the end , so don't hesitate !

Custom plans have been adapted for these lots , new fresh ideas to fit the lot! From the $800,000's to over a million dollars , a home that is special just for you! See a similar porch below !  Call Fafard  Real Estate for pre construction information , lot and plan selection ,  planning , mortgage assistance with a banker , including bridge loan if you have a house to sell.  We can do it all in one stop, just ask for information 508-881-6662,  Fafard Real  Estate 

New homes minutes to Mass Pike other major Routes

Coming to Holden, Massachusetts our Village Collection Boutique design with choices .... The Duchess , a fabulous home , recently introduced in Uxbridge, seen in foreground of this picture,   to great success!   Come to our open house in Holden  this weekend for information   Prices are starting in mid to high $300,000's   Call now Fafard Real Estate 508-881-6662

FAFARD RE MetroWest, Mass., Residential/ Commercial Real Estate: New Estate to be built near Mass Pike, Natick

FAFARD RE MetroWest, Mass., Residential/ Commercial Real Estate: New Estate to be built near Mass Pike, Natick

New Estate to be built near Mass Pike, Natick

Natick, MA: Santuary Estates

Posted on July 21, 2016 by Fafard Real Estate

*Similar to-be-built

Our 2 Plus or minus acre lot in Natick features a Fafard Real Estate exclusive; “The Alexander” estate design. The property is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac against conservation land.

“The Alexander” is an expansive 4,250 square feet.
It includes:

• A beautiful two-story foyer
• Three car garage with laundry/mud room access
• Open concept floor plan
• Living room and separate Study with a conjoining Butlers Pantry
• Kitchen with island and breakfast area leading to the back deck
• Family room at the back of the house
• Spectacular master suite with walk-in closet and master bath with separate shower and tub
• 4 other bedrooms, two with their own bathroom
• Much more!

This amazing new construction estate starts at $1.4 Million

South Natick is an area that is known for being a region of affluence and is bordered by the towns of Wellesley, Dover and Sherborn. Situated on the streets of Whispering Lane, Harvest Moon Drive, and Deer Path in Natick, Massachusetts is the community of Sanctuary Estates. Only 15 miles west of Boston, Natick is has one of the
most convenient locations in the Metrowest area. With easy access to Route 9 and the Mass Pike, it is considered to be a premier commuting location.

Come to 102 Chestnut Street in Ashland, call (508) 881-6662, or visit www.fafardrealestate.com for more information!

New homes with porches 13 locations around Mass Pike aprx 15 minutes

Value, low mortgage rates Metrowest Mass new homes from $199,990 13 locations

Holliston 

Live in a highly desired area for $500,000's up. Only three lots remain  start at this beauty, 3 bedrooms, continental den, man cave , her hobby area much more , 2 car garage , come see plan. You will love it!  Location 

#.     Lot 7   Mayflower Lane  corner of Brook street   Foundation is going in this week choose colors and be in by fall   $

#. 657  Concord street, Holliston  around the corner zoned at home business, 400 sf ,( all ready for your business  and customize for hairdresser etc). 3 bedrooms 2 full baths continental den , more . Applying for building permit choose now  get financed  make choices and be in by fall 

Take a peek at us. 

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Check out Mortgage rates and more !

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7/16/16, 8:06 AM mortgage rates in 3's. new 4 Plex to be built from $199,990 Uxbridge , Mass, 15min to MassPike call 508-881-6662 plus.google.com/10875688874465…

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From Trulia on downsizing

TRULIA'S BLOG \ LIFE AT HOME

Toss Or Keep? How To Downsize Efficiently

Whether you’re moving into a smaller space or just want to reclaim your space, decluttering your home is a great way to find your Zen. But it isn’t always easy.

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By Robyn Woodman | July 7, 2016

 
 
 
 

Downsizing the detritus of life is not an overnight event, so give yourself plenty of time.

Whether you’re moving into a smaller space, moving in with a significant other, or simply want to pare down as you look for a new place, downsizing your home is not always an easy proposition. Rather than tackling the task blindly, it’s important to make a plan and execute it with intention. Use the following expert tips to learn how to downsize your belongings and declutter your home this summer.

1. Start early

Downsizing is not an overnight event. Getting rid of “stuff” is often an emotionally charged process and, if rushed, stress levels can rise like the mercury in July. Instead of trying to attack all your clutter in one weekend, plan your stuff-shedding process over the course of a few weeks. Tackle big projects room by room. As you get closer to your moving date, treat yourself to a tasty dinner out or listen to an entertaining podcast while you’re decluttering to keep up momentum. Factor in time to list and sell items of value that need a new home. But remember: Moving unwanted items to your new home is a no-no. Even if those items were expensive to acquire, holding on to them will cost you more in the long run.

2. Organize the chaos

It can be easy to drift from room to room aimlessly working on an area and flitting to the next when you hit a stumbling block. Should I keep these cake pans? I don’t bake, but they were Grandma’s. I’ll work on the hall closet instead.

Rather than creating several small messes, set goals and tackle your clutter room by room. Josh Becker, author of the New York Times best-seller The More of Less, suggests using the four-box method: trash, give away, keep, or relocate. Each item in your home needs to classified in one of the four categories and be dealt with. Set ground rules upfront to keep yourself on task — once you touch an item, you must decide its fate. If you’re unsure, place it in the give-away pile for 24 hours. If the day passes and you haven’t thought about it, then toss it.

3. Let go of guilt

If you’ve inherited items you’re keeping out of guilt, now is the time to divest yourself of the burden. “Make a list of the things you’ve inherited. Consider each one and ask if you’re enjoying this thing in your life, or if it is best to let it go,” says Brooks Palmer, a decluttering expert and author of Clutter Busting: Letting Go of What’s Holding You Back. “For most people, if they knew that you don’t care for the inherited item, they would want you to let it go.” Define clear priorities for your new space and sell or donate items that no longer fit your narrative. You will have more breathing room, and hopefully make some decent cash to offset your moving costs.

4. Eliminate multiples

Storing four huge soup pots in your 3,500-square-foot home wasn’t a big deal, but wedging just one into the kitchen of your new one-bedroom apartment is going to be a challenge. When it’s time to downsize, discarding multiples is a no-brainer. Turn a critical eye to your “keep” pile and question the necessity of each addition. Just because you’ve always had an overflowing linen closet doesn’t mean you need five sets of sheets at your new place. (Let’s be real: You probably wash and use the same set week after week anyway.) Clear out the clutter and create some space.

5. Fall in love

Invest in quality, not quantity. When you’re in downsizing mode, begin to think of your things in terms of love. Not the romantic kind, but the “if you don’t love it, then get rid of it” kind. Sell or donate those five black winter coats you bought on sale and invest in your dream coat. Not only will your closet feel roomier, but you’ll also have a smile on your face when you put on that new coat that you love.

6. Get help

When your car is sick, you take it to the mechanic; if your leg is broken, you see a doctor. If your home is overflowing with items and you’re apprehensively staring at a move-day calendar, it might be time to call in the professionals. The National Organization of Professional Organizers (NAPO) offers a set of questions to ask potential organizers. NAPO also suggests choosing a professional organizer based on personality and skill set rather than price. An organizer with a skill set that best matches your needs is most likely to deliver the greatest value by helping you achieve the results you desire in the shortest amount of time.

If you’re short on cash, consider asking a trusted, well-organized friend to help you with the process. When Shirley and Dick Wilson downsized from their three-bedroom Pleasant Hill, CA, rambler to a one-bedroom condo in San Francisco, CA, they asked their longtime friend and neighbor to help them with the process. To avoid conflict, they set some ground rules upfront. The Wilsons’ friend had absolute power to make decisions, except for three vetoes each from the Wilsons. The arrangement worked wonderfully. The couple learned how to downsize quickly — and they’re all still friends!

Have you made the move to a new, smaller place? Share your tips on how to downsize in the comments!

This post was sponsored by State Farm.

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Lowest rates and prices for new homes from $199,990 to million plus under construction or move in ready

Come see all the choices ,13 locations around Metrowest from $199,990 (to be built ) and  some special financing may be available in September,  as we start this new project in Uxbridge the town of the future. Check it out low crime , new high school , Providence corridor , 15 min to Mass Pike    Pre. Construction information available now. We also are starting a group of our new 2017 designs in single family from the low low $300,000's 

Fafard Real Estate 508-881-6662

We have everything you could want style, price ranges, and locations, most are within 20 minutes of Mass Pike ,  see below!

Visit  our open houses all around Mass Pike and Rt 495, Holliston , Holden, Ashland, Bellingham, Uxbridge . Call for dates , times or a private showing, and lot selection , choose style of house and more !  We are exciting , whether a Townhome or a single family. The choices are the best.  Come see and buy from us today!

(And the excitement is better than Pokemon go ?  What ?  Did I say that ? 

I heard my grand daughter raving about it!)

Special  only one left .... two separate master bedroom suites !  A ranch style home one floor living  but.    with 2nd hidden master bedroom , sitting area and bath over garage ,yet part of the home with entrance off kitchen .. Only in Holden   Act fast last one !  You can 

move in fast , mid $300,000's make an offer we can't refuse ! 4 bedroom 3 baths ( in law ready) covered porch , 2 car garage , more.  Minutes to major Rt's and Mass Pike  Call now! 508-881/6662.  See the interest rate info below