Prudential Real Estate ranked "Highest Overall Satisfaction" for home sellers among national full service real estate firms by J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Home Buyer/Seller Study.  The study was conducted between March 2009 and March 2010 and includes 3,096 evaluations from 2817 respondents. … [Read more...]

Common Pitfalls Faced by For-Sale-By-Owners • Seller cannot make themselves available for showings at convenient times to buyers due to work, family, or other commitments • Concerns over safety & security - allowing strangers in the house • Newspaper ads alone don’t draw enough qualified buyers • Seller over-prices home (fewer buyers, fewer offers) • Seller under-prices home … [Read more...]

The year 2010 was another great year for Prudential Howe & Doherty REALTORS® and the market we serve.  We wish to thank our customers for the opportunity to serve them. #1 Real Estate Office in the Andovers* #1 Real Estate Office in the Merrimack Valley* #1 Real Estate Office in Essex County* #11 Real Estate Office in Massachusetts* Sales Volume** $180,779,900 Transactions 386 Agents … [Read more...]

Agency in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Everyone in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is entitled to be represented by a Real Estate Firm.  This was not always the case!  Historically, both agents represented the seller since that party was paying all commissions.  Now agencies may represent either the buyer, the seller, or both parties at the same time in any transaction.  … [Read more...]

Highest Retained Value Home Improvements Paint Exterior of House 100%-125% Add New Garage 80%-100% Paint Interior of House 100%-125% Add Extra Bedroom 60%-90% Add Crown Molding 100%-150% Install Swimming Pool 60%-90% Kitchen Remodel 90%-150% Install New Storms & Screens 60%-90% Bathroom Remodel 85%-140% Install Central … [Read more...]