J.Lodor Homes + Design

RENTAL AVAILABLE 11/1: Waltham, MA

Renovated 1 Bedroom apartment available November 1st or later. This fully de-leaded unit features white shaker cabinets, granite counter tops, hardwood flooring, LED light fixtures, and electronic keyless entry! Owner pays all utilities. First month, last month, and security deposit due upon signing. No smoking. 2 person maximum occupancy. Applicants who do not meet minimum screening standards will not be approved.

📞 Showings upon request. All applications to be submitted through Zillow
👋🏼 DM me if you have any questions

What does excellence mean to you and how do you measure it? Can you measure it at all?

The path you take to pursue excellence, whatever this looks like for you personally, and your consistent commitment to self-improvement are what truly matter most. You will reach your goals in time, it is just a matter of PERSISTENCE.

Excellence can lead to tangible rewards such as financial gain, diplomas, awards or impressive job titles. All of which often elevate your societal status but can also fade just as quickly, leaving you chasing the next achievement.

Excellence can also be modest, silent, deeply fulfilling and enduring. It cannot and does not demand to be quantified or acknowledged by others. True excellence lies in personal growth and achievement.

🎙️Are you actively searching for a home to buy? Are you trying to get the ball rolling?

🤝 Building a rock-solid team of professionals is key from the get go. When choosing a lender there are consider a few things you can consider. These look like responsiveness, local expertise, and client reviews. All of these items should be considered when choosing your team of professionals such as a lawyer, real estate agent or contractor!

RENTAL AVAILABLE 10/1: Beverly, MA

Discover the perfect blend of quiet residential living and convenience in this spacious 2-bedroom rental unit, nestled between Beverly’s lively Rantoul and Cabot Street which are full of restaurants. Unit #1 on the first-floor features 2 spacious bedrooms, a well-maintained bathroom, and a sizable living room and adjacent dining room. The kitchen leads out to a shared backyard, while the finished basement offers in-unit laundry and can be used as a bonus space for an office or home gym. Plenty of on-street parking is available for tenants.

Pet-friendly for cats and SMALL dogs, this no-smoking unit has oil heat, a gas stove, and a convenient in-unit dishwasher. Forget about exterior property maintenance worries – property snow removal and lawn care are included. Don’t miss out on this charming Beverly home that offers peaceful living, close proximity to public transportation (including Beverly commuter rail) and city amenities just down the street. Unit is available for October 1, 2023.

🎈Open house: Sunday 9/24 3pm-4pm
👋🏼 DM me if you have any questions

beautiful home!

You can add value to your rental properties to attract and retain quality tenants! You can choose to swap out and upgrade items over time instead of undertaking a massive renovation. Making upgrades does not have to be “all or nothing” like many people show on Instagram. 🛠️

Here are a few items you can consider when making upgrades, such as property security, operations, functional improvements, as well as upgrades to the property’s overall aesthetic and interior finishes. Are there more that aren’t listed? Share below! 👍🏼

📍Location location location: proximity to job centers/employment hubs and accessibility to transportation/major roads, parking accommodations

🛍️ Amenities: access to shopping centers, grocery stores, hospitals, gyms

🧯Safety: low crime rates and safe environment are key to many renters. Contact local police dept for this information

🤝 People: understand who your audience is and the amenities you want or can provide folks, get references of landlords/employment/credit check

📝 Schools: research local school districts performance and reputation as well as youth programs/sports/community activities. This is key for many families

📈 Market Trends: analyze property values, history of appreciation, employment and population growth, vacancy rates, on market rentals, rent prices, expired listings, etc.

🌱 Growth: investigate city’s plans for future growth and “urban renewal” or “expansion of downtown” (similar key terms) see all projects they actually executed and are in the process of constructing, new businesses, any business vacancies

💸 Regulations: research tax rates and history, local regulations/ordinances, confirm the zoning with the building department, landlord-tenant laws to ensure you understand fully, call the building department if you have a property in mind and ask about it

💰 Economic Indicators: study the economy and job market, stable and diverse economy can support your investment (MTR)

🌎 Environmental Factors: be aware of flood zones, pollution, chemical plants/industrial zones, potential hazards that can affect property value or insurance

Home equity in a nutshell is the difference between your home’s value and mortgage balance. As you pay off the mortgage and your home’a value appreciates your 💰grows. Your home is more than just a shelter, it’s an asset with potential.

Curious about the equity you have now? Feel free to reach out to me for a complimentary CMA report!

🏠 Searching for a home? Let’s review the differences between on and off-market properties. Each can offer wonderful opportunities!

🔑On-Market: curated selection of homes actively listed and ready for your viewing. Reach out to a trusted Real Estate Advisor 👋🏼 for market updates and properties that meet your criteria.

🔐 Off-Market: these exclusive deals are often hidden gems that are not publicly advertised to the general public. 👋🏼let me know if you are on the hunt for these opportunities!

👉🏼Are you a first-time homebuyer or interested in exploring the world of real estate investing? Here are a few tips to consider as you ramp up your search!

If these tips weren’t enough and you want to review more, feel free to reach out to me .Lodor so we can start that dialogue together 🏡🤝

LTV (loan-to-value ratio) + PMI (private mortgage insurance)👇🏼

These are just a few of the many key terms to get familiar with when purchasing a home and securing a mortgage. Be sure to build a team who can assist you on your journey of homeownership! 🤝🏡

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What is debt-to-income and how does this impact the mortgage application process? See the following breakdown to answer some FAQs.

Do you have more questions or want to know how to get started on the journey to buying a home? Feel free to send me a message to get those questions answered!

✅First one in the books

We are delighted to announce the closing of this turnkey 3-family property in Quincy on behalf of our sellers. Thanks to Candor’s collaborative team we were able to host several successful open houses all while accommodating the needs of the existing tenants. Managing showings and ensuring the satisfaction of in-place tenants is an underrated aspect of listing multi-family properties. We were ultimately able to secure a strong offer from a 1031 exchange buyer.

Congratulations to everyone involved in the seamless closing process!

Are you searching for a home or are you even at the stage of making offers? Have you heard the term 'appraisal gap' tossed around but are unsure of what that really means? Did you know that there is not just ONE value associated with a home but quite a few? 🧐

This post will hopefully clear those up a bit! There are many ways to craft a competitive offer and it must always be tailored to you and your particular situation. With the guidance of a Real Estate Advisor and great Lender, you will be able to see what works best for you! 🤝🏡

✉️ As always, feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions you may have. I would love to connect. Cheers!

I’m elated to share that my clients have recently accepted an offer for their renovated 3-family investment property in Quincy MA 👏🏼 We are looking forward to ensuring a smooth process for all parties.

➡️In order to succeed you need a TEAM, especially in the realm of multi-families. I’m so happy to have a supportive and tight-knit team at Candor Realty Greater Boston.

"Ninja Selling" by Larry Kendall is a truly wonderful book for any business owner to read. As a real estate agent and architectural designer, it has been incredibly insightful. There are three key principles to master your profession: aligning your mindset, skillset, and actions. Mindset consistently takes precedence over the other principles. Without adjusting your attitude and energy, your skillset and actions alone will not suffice to sustain your progress.

As humans, we live in and experience all four energy quadrants. Occasionally, we may fall into the high or low negative energy quadrants, but there are strategies to help us transition into the sustainable low positive energy quadrant.

These strategies include focusing on what you are grateful for (such as people, your successes, and opportunities), engaging in exercise, listening to music, mentally checking out, connecting with nature, and surrounding yourself with positive people or mentors.

We must navigate through each of these quadrants daily. However, it is important to remind yourself that the quality of your life will directly result from the amount of time you spend in the positive quadrants.

First round of mailers now complete and put into circulation 👍🏼✉️

Since jumping into the world of real estate, I have faced more challenges than I could have ever anticipated. However, one of the biggest lessons I have learned is:☝🏼to get out of my own way.

I get an overwhelming sense of unease when I “put myself out there” (like when sending out mailers that have my face plastered on them). I try to remind myself that this sensation is only temporary. By taking action daily, even if it is a small step forward, the unease has become easier to navigate.

📈Growth has a tendency to follow these moments, so I place my trust in that.

Are you considering selling your home, or investment property, on the market? It's that time of year when the market is hot 🔥🔥🔥 and competitive! However, here is food for thought: SELLING YOUR PROPERTY OFF-MARKET.

🔍What is that? How would it serve ME (the seller)? What does this process entail?

👋 Reach out to me if you, or someone you know, is thinking of selling their home or if you are interested to learn a bit more about off-market!

👏 Content inspired and sourced from Todd Wheatley, Candor Realty

Benefits of Listing Property Off Market | Candor Realty Greater Boston Selling a multi-family property off-market means that the property is not listed publicly and is instead marketed directly to potential buyers. While it may seem counterintuitive to sell a property…

🚨 3-Family in Quincy (64-66 Arnold Street) for $779,000

Back on market due to buyer's financing. Don't miss your second chance on seeing the most affordable 3-family in Quincy!

🎈 Open House l This Saturday 5/13 (11:00am - 12:30pm)

👋🏼 Reach out to me if you have any questions!
📞 978-855-9336

Are you currently searching for a tile to use in your next home renovation project? Here are a few basic pointers and things to consider when doing so ...

Large or small tile format, grout lines, tile finish, tile application [where are you using it], scale of the tile in relation to the scale of the space, maintenance ...

Working through a few layout options for a complete kitchen renovation. A slight change, can have a mighty impact ... such as where to put the stove! ☝

I love bringing line work to life by introducing color and some materiality. Simple renderings, such as these, can really go a long way and can help the conversation between designer // owner advance to that next level of detail.

💡🔌Are you a Massachusetts resident and home owner who wants to upgrade appliances and fixtures or perhaps take steps to make your home more energy efficient?

Check out these few simple steps you can take to achieve that and some resources to help you get started!

Hi everyone - looking for a renovated 3-family investment property? If interested in the Quincy area, come this weekend to check out this property!
🚨 Newly listed 3-Family located in Quincy, MA
📍 64-66 Arnold St l $779,000
🎈 Open House l ONLY showings due to occupancy
⏱️ Sat 4/15 at 11am-12pm
⏱️ Sun 4/16 at 2pm-3pm
👋🏼 Reach out to me the listing agent, Jillian Lodor, if you have any questions! 📞 (978) 855-9336
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🛠 "What walls can I demolish so we can have an open concept floor plan?" This is a VERY common question when folks are looking to purchase an older home [which typically has a segmented layout]. It begs the question of how to understand whether a wall is 'load bearing' or 'non-load bearing'.

‼️ Any time you are making a structural change to a home, get a licensed structural engineer's blessing [aka new structural design drawings] PRIOR to moving forward with any demolition.

RUNOFF - what is this? It is simple. When it rains the water drips off of your home's roof and must go somewhere, right? Majority either soaks into the ground, collects somewhere [usually a low point in your yard creating puddles], goes to the street or [worst case scenario] it ends up in your BASEMENT, seeping through your FOUNDATION.

Over time, this can wreak havoc on your basement, home's structural integrity, can cause mold or radon issues, etc. It is important to get familiar with your home's foundation and basement so that you can recognize water damage and can ideally address these issues early on.

On our way to another RE Investing Meetup!

👉 BUY and SELL, SELL and BUY [you get it] 👈 ... this cycle is what often times investors, fix and flippers, wholesalers, etc. do unlike the single family forever-home buyer crowd. BOTH methods are correct, BOTH methods suit different folks who have different goals in mind - and that is okay! Public service announcement: there is no 'wrong way' or 'right way' to go about home ownership!

You can either rinse and repeat buying / selling a home for profit, buy and hold to rent [either for passive income or to simply build long-term equity] or you can buy for owner occupancy [single family OR multifamily where you live in one unit].

Reach out to me to discuss which route you are curious to explore! 👋

Do you have drawings for your home or are you interested in hiring a professional to produce drawings for a new project or addition?

👉👉 Here are a few conventional drawing types that you typically see in a permit set [a.k.a construction drawings / CDs]. If you have any questions, please feel free to shoot me a DM!

HAPPY FRIDAY! Today, I am sharing some tips + tricks that are certainly worth the read, especially if you are considering putting your property on the market. Getting your ducks 🦆 🦆 🦆 in a row BEFORE listing your home will:

1. Allow you to prioritize what needs to get done beforehand
2. Ideally, allow you to take your time checking off items on the list in a more organized / methodical way
3. Help to keep any feelings of being overwhelmed, at bay

🏡 Selling a home takes planning and having the right team to support and guide you through the (sometimes) chaotic process.

👉 Please feel free to reach out with any questions or if you/someone you know would like initial guidance on the process of selling a home - cheers!

👋 Thinking about starting your renovation, addition or even a new build? Here are some tips and tricks to kick off the initial conversations with a designer/architect! ✏️📐

Clarity of expectations + team work = A wonderful design, smooth process and happy a home owner! 🤝

Reach out to me anytime if you or someone you know is interested in learning a bit more about the design process!

Capital Expenditures [CapEx] is an inevitable and critical line item to include when running numbers on your investment property [or home!]. As always, it is good to be conservative in your numbers and your assumptions about what a property may need prior to making an offer, if possible.

BEFORE you see a home, make a list of items you want to review when on site, discuss with your agent, bring along a contractor friend - you can take steps to make sure you know what must be replaced OR what can wait! As always - feel free to reach out, let's keep this conversation going!

Happy Friday people!!! I am trying to make more time in my day to day for READING. This has totally fallen off of my radar but really want to get back into it. So I want to share just a few, of the many books, which are inspirational (especially Rich Dad Poor Dad as well as Atomic Habits which is a personal favorite) if you are considering OR actively pursing real estate investing (or any investing really).

In our culture, it is TABOO to talk about money, salary/income, the REAL details about investing (yes, I am talking about successes and failures folks). This all equals exposing ourselves to others and that often brings discomfort and fear of judgement. I am working to overcome this discomfort, associated with money-talk, myself. So happy Friday, crack open a book (any book) this weekend!

How many of these methods have you considered when looking for your next property? Folks, there are MANY more ways to purchase a property than you might realize - all it requires is having an open mind and doing your RESEARCH! Self education will always put you ahead of the game; it is truly

In addition to running the numbers and doing your due diligence, always reach out to professionals 📢 who have the expertise and can inform you with what options work best FOR YOU!

Feel free to DM here to get the conversation started! 🙌

Hi there! I'm thrilled to begin my journey within real estate [in every sense of the word]! This includes investing in real estate myself, becoming a real estate agent [with a primary focus on investment properties], as well as offering my architecture design services/consultation to folks who are need of renovations, additions, etc.

I LOVE meeting new people and would like to connect with YOU. Where are you within your journey of real estate or real estate investing?

[I N T E R I O R E L E V A T I O N S] only tell one part of the story BUT they are important to say the least and, if executed correctly, they can have a plethora of information on them. [Maybe I am biased but they are secretly one of my favorite drawing 'conventions' within any construction set!] 🤌