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The current housing market presents an excellent opportunity to collect secondary income from a dirt-cheap investment property, especially within Fall River real estate. Our recent article titled “Investment Properties of Fall River Real Estate” spotlights several multi-family homes in Fall River that are under $200,000. Ezine articles are a great resource for first-time real estate investors. On the Ezine articles website, we found some helpful tips on managing property in Fall River MA, written by someone who has managed property for over 20 years. We’ve paraphrased Carol Gibson’s words below:

• Know (and Keep Updated on) Local Ordinances and State Laws
• Be Ethical and Honest
• Have Good Communication Skills
• Have Good Computer Skills
• Be Patient and Have a Sense of Humor
• Be an Excellent Follow-Up Person

There are hundreds of resources for property management on the web. Another option is to hire someone to manage your property for you.

According to a January 2010 Market Watch survey, home buyers look for these 10 features when shopping for their dream home.

• Large kitchens with an island.
• Energy-efficient features. Energy-efficient appliances, high-efficiency insulation, and energy-saving windows.
• Home office or study. The trend is away from dining rooms and toward spare concept rooms.
• Main-floor master suite.
• Outdoor spaces. Visit HGTV.com for ideas on how to transform your back yard to an “outdoor living room.”
• Ceiling fans
• Master suite soaker tubs and oversized showers.
• Stone and brick exteriors.
• Community parks with walkways and playgrounds. Use Google Maps to note the public recreation areas in your neighborhood, then use this to your advantage when selling your home with an experienced real estate agent.
• Two-car garages.

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If you are in need of an experienced real estate agent, RealEstateSearchBlog.net would like to personally recommend the following real estate agents in Massachusetts:

Charles Cherney of Hammond Real Estate:  Cambridge Real Estate

Michael D. Lyons of Prudential Lyons Group Real Estate: Boston Real Estate

Marguerite Cashman of Arrow Realty Group: Fall River Real Estate

Christine Norcross & Partners of William Raveis Real Estate: Newton Real Estate

Rosemary Quarato of RE/MAX: Cape Ann Real Estate

And for the home hunters seeking real estate in Connecticut:

Jerry and Maureen Sherman of William Raveis Real Estate: CT Shoreline Real Estate / CT Waterfront Real Estate

Now might be a good time to check out the foreclosures and short sales of investment properties in Fall River. All of the multi-family homes below can be purchased for under $200,000. An investment property offers the opportunity to supplement your income by renting out a portion of the house to another family. For more information regarding these properties, please contact Fall River real estate agent Marguerite Cashman via her Arrow Realty Group website. To see dozens of other properties like these, browse the Fall River MLS listings on Marguerite’s website.

FORECLOSURE: 251 Pine Street, Fall River MA. 9 bed 5 bath.

SHORT SALE: 20 Wiley Street, Fall River MA. 6 bed 3 bath.

SHORT SALE: 729 Second Street, Fall River MA. 8 bed 5 bath.

FORECLOSURE: 22 Flint Street, Fall River MA. 6 bed 3 bath.

These are only a few listings of many more up on Marguerite Cashman’s Greater Fall River Real Estate website. In addition to real estate in Fall River, Marguerite also covers Swansea real estate, Somerset real estate, and Tiverton RI real estate. See her MLS listings for a full list of all properties on the market in these areas.

Desperately seeking foreclosures and short sales amidst Fall River real estate? The following listings are short sales or foreclosures in Fall River MA, all of them under $300,000 except for the first image. To find out more about these listings and to generate a complete multi-page list of all foreclosures and short sales in Fall River, please visit real estate agent Marguerite Cashman at her Arrow Realty Group website.

SHORT SALE: 68 Montgomery Street, Fall River MA. 3 bed 2 baths.

SHORT SALE: 261 Valentine Street, Fall River, MA. 4 bed 2 baths.

FORECLOSURE: (Condo) 5239 N Main Street, Fall River MA. 2 bed 1.5 baths.

SHORT SALE: 86 Mcgowan St, Fall River, MA. 3 bed 1.5 baths.

In addition to Fall River real estate, Marguerite Cashman also manages Swansea real estate, Somerset real estate, and Tiverton RI real estate, so make sure to explore the MLS listings on her website to see all options available to you in the southeastern Massachusetts area.

On December 31st, 2009, the Boston Herald honored Fall River real estate agent Marguerite Cashman of Arrow Realty Group as its Agent of the Week.

A realtor since 2002, Ms. Cashman attributes her success in real estate in Fall River to the personalized service that she gives all of her clients, rather than the “big box” strategy that other real estate agents often pursue. Clients often find Ms. Cashman through referrals. To reach Ms. Cashman and find out more about the homes for sale in Fall River, call (508) 676-7600 or visit Greaterfallriverrealestatema.com.

To read the full article, click here.

If you’re looking for homes in Massachusetts that are located close to Catholic private schools for your children or future children, real estate in Fall River offers plenty of options. There are a number of Catholic schools in Fall River MA.

Bishop Connolly High School is a Catholic coeducational private high school located at 373 Elsbree Street. Tuition assistance is available. The average class size is 22 to 25 students, with Honors classes averaging about 15 to 18 students. 23 different interscholastic sports are offered to students year-round.

Saints Peter and Paul School is a pre-K through Grade 8 private Catholic school located at 240 Dover Street. A maximum of 25 students is allowed for each class. The Good Shepherd Program is a new tuition assistance program for SPPS students and their families.

Holy Trinity R.C. School is another pre-K through Grade 8 private Catholic School, located at 64 Lamphor Street. It is a small school serving just over 200 students.

Another small school is the Holy Name School, located at 850 Pearce Street. The school also serves just over 200 students from pre-K to Grade 9.

Saint Anne Elementary School is located at 240 Forest Street, and teaches students from pre-K to Grade 8.

For a full list of all Catholic schools in Fall River, private schools in Fall River, and public schools in Fall River, visit Arrow Realty Group’s website. Arrow Realty Group of Fall River is a full service office, specializing in all areas of real estate sales, general brokerage, buyer brokerage, Fall River relocation, commercial, investment properties, real estate counseling and property market analysis.

The city of Fall River has turned to the individuals that are affected most by school policies — the students themselves. Thirteen students have been selected from B.M.C Durfee and Diman Regional Vocational Technical high schools to participate in this new student involvement program. Seven of the students will be distributed across four different school committees, with six to act as alternates. The students are encouraged to speak at meetings, though they will have no voting power.

To the students, Mayor of Fall River Will Flanagan stated “Ask as many questions as possible and learn as much as you can. Get involved as much as you can.”

The program is reciprocal in that it will allow a group of students to experience everyday municipal government, and it will provide fresh insight to those that regularly participate in the meetings.

The launch of the program has spurred even more interest in student involvement. Because the city boards are currently full, program organizers are seeking other organizations and agencies who would like to invite students to participate. A recent Bishop Connolly High School graduate was recently invited to the Community Development Recreation board.

If you are looking to relocate to Massachusetts, consider browsing the homes in Fall River, MA. There are many perks to buying Fall River real estate that you and your family could enjoy. For more information about real estate in Fall River, visit Arrow Realty Group on the web, where you can browse the MLS listings of the gorgeous homes for sale in Fall River.

Choosing city life for your family does not mean that you have to give up all the wonderful perks of suburban living. Fall River real estate is only a short drive away from fun outdoor activities!

A 5-minute drive from Fall River will bring you and your family to the sprawling Freetown State Forest, where you can hike, fish, mountain bike, and even hunt (with some restrictions).

In nearby Westport, MA, why not take the family on a kayaking adventure down the Westport River? Osprey Sea Kayak is an outfitter that runs family programs for ages 8 and up. Every June, there’s even an 8-mile kayak race and 3-mile family fun paddle.

Cuttyhunk Ferry Company runs frequent ferry trips, seal watches, whale watches, sunset cruises, and trips out to Cuttyhunk Island. Why not take the family for a memorable weekend trip or arrange for a unique party!

If you are looking for real estate in Fall River and its surrounding towns, look no further than Arrow Realty Group. Whether you are seeking a small cottage, a multi-family home, a waterfront home, or a condo, look only to the most experienced real estate agents in the area: Arrow Realty Group.

Since the fourth quarter of 2008, nearly 20% of commercial properties in Boston have become vacant. Businesses are steadily moving out of the city and into smaller cities like Providence, RI and Massachusetts’ surrounding suburbs. At this point in the market, now is a good time to invest in commercial property for your existing or future business endeavors.

The following are a few commercial properties in Greater Fall River MA real estate that are worth taking a look at.

At just under 4800 square feet, the building above might be a good option for an office or service-based company. The parking lot is fenced in and includes an electric gate opener. It is located at 208 Stafford Road in Fall River, MA, and it available for sale or for lease.

The property behind the inopportunely placed truck above is located at 277 South Main Street in Fall River, MA. If you are looking for a liquor license, this two-floored restaurant space already has one, as well as two bars. It is located downtown in close proximity to the Court House. The third floor has its own separate entrace and can be rented out.

There are dozens of MLS listings for commercial properties in Fall River MA and in the surrounding cities. With landlords desperate to fill their vacant spaces, now is a great time to sign a lease or invest in Fall River MA real estate for you own business.

If you’re looking for a new place to live, there are many things to consider. What are your values? Do you have a family? If not, will you start a family one day? Single people and young families have very different needs when it comes to the character of the place they live. In many cases a family needs more than just the basics. A family will need a good public school system, safe streets, and opportunities for arts, culture, and recreation. The real estate in Fall River offers all of these things.

The city of Fall River MA has organized Healthy City Fall River to offer its residents healthy options at area restaurants. Twenty restaurants in Fall River are participating in the program, helping Fall River adults and children make healthier choices when they dine out.

Take a look at the homes for sale in Fall River MA

Taking a look at the homes in Fall River MA might be the first step at shaping the future lives of your children. Investing in Fall River MA real estate is the easiest way to provide a great environment for your family.