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Bob BlackREALTORWilliams & Stuart Real Estate870 Oaklawn AveCranston, RI, 02920Work: 401.942.0200 ext 28Mobile: 401.261.1599Bob@BobBlackOnline.comwww.BobBlackOnline.comYour Friend in Rhode Island Real Estate
03/02/2010
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It’s inevitable... when walking into a home for the first time, buyers can’t help but critique the way things look. Whether it’s bad carpeting, brightly painted walls or tacky lighting... don’t panic. It can be changed. Remember... you’re not buying the decor, you’re buying the house. Obv...
02/03/2010
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With the huge success of last years “Cash for Clunkers” program, the Federal and State Governments are at it again with what’s being deemed, “Cash for Clunkers: Home Edition” . This time around there will be substantially less money available, but through combined state and federal programs, con...
01/26/2010
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The latest numbers have hit the streets for the housing market in Rhode Island. The Rhode Island Association of Realtors has released sales figures for September 2009. Compared to September 2008 with single family home sales leading the way, the report shows an increase of 27.9% while the days ...
10/27/2009
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‘ 'Tis is the season to make apple pies and what better way to do so than with fresh picked apples? Feeling very seasonal, Melissa and I headed down to one of our favorite places, Sweet Berry Farm, in Middletown. With the weather cooperating and thoughts of great pictures and even better fo...
10/26/2009
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I started writing a post on short sales, and as I began typing, I realized it might be better coming from the perspective of a Rhode Island lender. Nancy Rosedale of Shamrock Financial was kind enough to put together this great guest post. I think you'll find it useful. For most of us, the...
10/19/2009
Giving to charity is a noble endeavor and giving to charity while having fun playing golf is even better. On August 30, 2009 Williams & Stuart Real Estate, the real estate firm to which I belong, will be hosting it's first annual charity golf tournament at Triggs Memorial Golf Course to benefit ...
08/14/2009
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What does a buyer really know about the home they're buying? Sure, inspections are done and you learn about any structural or safety issues. But when you're buying a home you're not just buying the structure and land, but you're also buying the neighbors, the trash collectors, the mail carrier...
06/29/2009
As a member of the Community Outreach Committee at Williams & Stuart Real Estate, I've been asked to spearhead a blood drive that will benefit the Rhode Island Blood Center. I'm humbled to be associated with such a noble cause and the fact that I get to represent Williams and Stuart and all my ...
04/22/2009