Over the past few weeks, some major progress has been made in the demolition of the old 195 highway, between exit 2 and I-95. This project will open up a significant amount of land in the [...]
From Vehicle to Foot Traffic
- By Michael McCann
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Yultide Finery at the Newport Mansions
- By Michael McCann
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We know, the holidays are always a busy time of year. From shopping for the perfect gift, to attending parties with friends, family and co-workers, there is often little time for leisure activities. However, if you’ve got some spare time this weekend, we suggest taking a trip over the bridge and investigating the [...]
Main Street Holiday Stroll
- By Michael McCann
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For those of you in the West Bay area who love the Holidays, East Greenwich is the place to be this Thursday evening, for the 3rd Main Street Holiday Stroll of the season. Each Thursday, until the 23rd, locals will take to the streets to enjoy the festively decorated downtown area. This weeks draw is the culmination of the window-decorating [...]
Edgewood, Pawtuxet, and Gaspee! They're Open!
- By Michael McCann
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This Sunday, Residential Properties is opening up 11 homes and condominiums in the Edgewood, Pawtuxet, and Gaspee neighborhoods. These residences are set in some of the most desirable areas in Rhode Island, and are full of sophistication and refinement. You can check the Residential Properties [...]
The Gift of Holiday Spirit
- By Michael McCann
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The holidays can be an especially daunting time for those in need. Although most of our clients at Residential Properties are those who can afford to buy and sell real estate, we haven’t forgotten about less fortunate members of the community. This year, several agents are trying to make a difference in the lives of families throughout the [...]
Survey Says.......
- By Michael McCann
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One of my best resources is The National Association of Realtors Buyers and Sellers Report. Every year it provides valuable insight into how buyer and seller demographics change based on market conditions. If your home is presently on the market, the most useful information is in the section on the home search process: [...]
Real Estate Insight Discusses Narrow River Retreat
- By Michael McCann
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Yesterday on my radio show, Rich and Steve joined me in the studio to discuss October numbers from the Rhode Island Association of Realtors. We were joined by Mary Ann Lisi, an agent from our Narragansett Office and one half of the Portfolio Partners team, to discuss a special property on 20 Bedford Circle in Narragansett. Hidden away at the [...]
Everyone Benefits from Historic Preservation
- By Michael McCann
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Throughout the country, tourists spend billions of dollars visiting historic sites and cultural attractions every year, they stay longer and spend more money than other kinds of tourists. This weekend, many of those people will be in town to get a glimpse behind the festively decorated doors on Historic Benefit Street. Benefit Street is [...]
How to Avoid Defining Yourself By the Value of Your Home
- By Michael McCann
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I had a conversation with an old friend and current seller yesterday regarding his home that has been on the market for the past four months. He was disappointed that it hadn't been sold yet. We talked about staging and marketing. I gave him solid real estate facts including how many houses had sold in his price point. We also talked about [...]
For the Benefit of All
- By Michael McCann
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This Saturday, the Providence Preservation Society will hold its much beloved Benefit Street Stroll and Home Tour, celebrating the history of this seasonally-decorated neighborhood. From 11:00am to 5:00pm, historic homes will be open for a self-guided tour, for which the public can register at the [...]
