All Forum Posts by: Jimmy Seaborg

@Ryan Redenius that problems stems from high indoor humidity and cold glass surface. Even double pane windows with argon gas will show signs of condensation and/or frost if it is cold enough outside and the humidity indoors is high. Do tenants use a humidifier? Do they turn exhaust fans on when showering and cooking? If you don’t already have exhaust fans I would install them with timers before replacing windows and make sure tenants use them. 

Hi Art

I live in Wayland and know Weston pretty well. I’m relatively new to real estate investing but I know a fair amount about construction and I’d be happy to talk with you about your potential deal. please feel free to reach out.

Jimmy

Are you familiar with Mass Save rebates and incentives? If not, you definitely need to look into them. I have lots of experience with them and would be happy to share with you. 

congrats @Margaret Webb! That sounds like a great and profitable project. How did you get the deal? Find on your own or auction? Or some other way? Good luck with it!

personally I would wait. why take the chance? As a buyer it wouldn't spook me at all if someone told me ahead of time about the situation, but I can't speak for the average buyer because I know how renos work and they probably don't. They might spook easily when they see a sheet of plastic over one of their new rooms. 

@Jonathan Bowen thanks for the post. My friend is probably not a great fit for you because he has only done 2 deals. I will pass your info to him anyway to see if there is a fit. Thanks again. 

Thank you @Phil G., that is very useful info. Much appreciated!

@Eric Stafford and @Steve Bracero thanks so much for the replies. I honestly don't know much about these costs because I am a new investor with no license. My sole intention is to help a licensed friend who would like to renew with someone less expensive because he is a part timer and will likely do no deals for a while. But I selfishly want him to maintain MLS access because of all the reports and info he sends me from it.

Hi all-

A friend of mine is a licensed agent in Haverhill. He has been with a large franchise for several years but due to high fees is not renewing with them this year. Can anyone recommend a low cost brokerage in Massachusetts where he can renew his license and maintain MLS access? He has a full time job and is not looking for any office support, leads, or training. What is the least expensive way to retain MLS access and have the ability to do your own deals in Massachusetts? Thanks in advance for your help!

Great job, good luck with your projects!