Luxury Shingle-Style Homes : An Upscale Look with a Summertime Feel
What does Newport, Rhode Island, have in common with the Hamptons of New York, Sycamore, Illinois, and the mountains of Vermont? Besides being nice places to visit, these are all locations where you’ll find a specific type of architecture called “shingle-style.” Although many associate it with New England, shingled homes can be found across […]
Winning Strategies for a First-Time Homebuyer
“If we know exactly where we’re going, exactly how to get there, and exactly what we’ll see along the way, we won’t learn anything.” -M. Scott Peck That wise quote from the author of 1978’s “The Road Less Traveled” still holds true. As we steer into 2023, the housing market remains unpredictable and home […]
Tips to Get the Most Accurate Appraisal for Your Home
An accurate appraisal helps ensure that a homebuyer is paying a fair price for a home. It also determines how much the buyer can borrow. The first step in determining the maximum amount a bank will lend on your property is obtaining an independent opinion of value, also known as an appraisal. Most conventional loans […]
Pros and Cons of Making a Back-up Offer
You find a house that you love. The location is perfect, it has the right number of bedrooms, and the amenities check all the boxes. There’s only one problem: it’s already under contract with another buyer. While it may seem like the game is over, there is still a chance to win the […]
WATERFRONT HOMES: UNDERSTANDING VALUATION
Waterfront is almost a magical term in the real estate world. Homes on the water in and around Newport, RI are generally worth more than twice that of homes without water views or access, and demand remains high. Since a range of property types can be considered waterfront, it’s helpful to understand the factors that […]
SEASIDE RETREAT” – STUNNING MODERN HOME ON EASTON’S POINT SELLS FOR $2,600,000
“SEASIDE RETREAT” – STUNNING MODERN HOME ON EASTON’S POINT SELLS FOR $2,600,000″ Hogan Associates announces the April 4, 2022 sale of 43 Hoover Road, Middletown, R.I., a meticulously-appointed modern home located off Tuckerman Ave. The property sold for $2,600,000. Caroline Richards of Hogan Associates represented the Buyer, and Dina Karousos & Nicole Lucenti of Gustave […]
Top 5 Reasons to Put Your Home on the Market Now
Top 5 Reasons to Put Your Home on the Market Now It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has created waves of change in the housing market. Demand is high from both Rhode Island residents in need of homes to accommodate new needs brought on by the pandemic as well as from out-of-state buyers. Homes […]
