Jim & Mike Savas Team Blog

Posted on 05/22/2022

Home office: 5 Tips for creating your perfect workspace

Remote work has changed the way someone might set up their home office. Where we had a desktop pc, we now have tablets. Desks and tables once had to be tucked away in a room to avoid noise, now we use noise-canceling headphones. Instead of filing cabinets overflowing, we now concern ourselves with video quality. But even though...

Ergonomics

Home Office

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Posted on 05/15/2022

Make your own bedroom decor with these DIY furniture projects

Whether you’re a crafting enthusiast or simply want to save some money on home decor, DIY furniture projects are a great place to start. With so many DIY projects on the table, it can be difficult figuring out if you should start with the coffee table or the DIY wooden bench. Don’t fret. Here are a few DIY...

Bedroom

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Posted on 05/08/2022

Decorating with greenery the pet-safe way

Decorating with greenery comes with many benefits, but living plants can be harmful to pets. If you're considering adding plants to your space, and you have a furry buddy or more at home, it's important to make pet-safe choices. Here are some ideas for how to decorate with greenery while keeping your furry friends safe: Opt for non-toxic...

Houseplants

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Posted on 05/01/2022

Where Should You Place a Bird Bath?

Whether you buy one or make it yourself, bird baths make an excellent addition to any yard or garden. While the decorative aspect of a bird bath is important, it’s also important to consider the ease of use. Whether birds visit and use your bird bath will depend on several factors concerning its location. Here we’ll go over...

Posted on 04/24/2022

3 Fun-Sized Shareable Desserts

Dessert is often a favorite part of any meal. But what if you could bring a little more fun and a lot more smiles after a family dinner or friendly get-together? Here are a few of the best miniature grab-and-go desserts for any occasion. Cake Pops Cake has been a favorite dessert for centuries. The ancient Greeks used...

Posted on 05/19/2022

Video Tour - 31 Edward Rd, Watertown, MA 02472

Picture Perfect, West End Cape nestled on a quiet side street abutting the magnificent-scenic Gore Estate. This 1,546 sq ft 7 room 3-bedroom 2 bath home has a 28 x 12 full length addition. 1st floor features fireplaced living room, open floor plan dining room, semi-modern oak cabinet kitchen w/ tons of counter space leading to a vaulted ceiling family room w/ skylight & picture window overlooking the Gore Estate grounds.Expanded 1st floor main bedroom w/ great closet space & full bath. 2nd floor offers 2 vaulted ceiling bedrooms with front A frame dormers & rear skylights & a full bathroom. Updated utilities include Gas Heat,...

Posted on 05/19/2022

31 Edward Rd, Watertown, MA 02472 is now new to the market!

Picture Perfect, West End Cape nestled on a quiet side street abutting the magnificent-scenic Gore Estate. This 1,546 sq ft 7 room 3-bedroom 2 bath home has a 28 x 12 full length addition. 1st floor features fireplaced living room, open floor plan dining room, semi-modern oak cabinet kitchen w/ tons of counter space leading to a vaulted ceiling family room w/ skylight & picture window overlooking the Gore Estate grounds.Expanded 1st floor main bedroom w/ great closet space & full bath. 2nd floor offers 2 vaulted ceiling bedrooms with front A frame dormers & rear skylights & a full bathroom. Updated utilities include Gas Heat,...

Posted on 05/13/2022

14 Farm Road, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

Totally & Expertly renovated Colonial is a masterpiece of design details & layout! This 3,317-sqft 11 rm 4 bedrm 5 bath 3 fireplace home has an open floor plan, but still offers distinct rooms. Features High End finishes throughout, custom exquisite millwork & detailing including mahogany floors, tray/coffered ceilings, vaulted/cathedral ceilings, double crown moldings, wainscotting, chair rails and columns between rooms. A chef's kitchen w/ furniture grade cherry cabinets and island opens to adjoining fireplaced family room and back patio; 2nd floor master suite has cathedral ceiling and home office; 3rd floor with 2nd master...

Posted on 05/05/2022

39 Bacon Road, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

Hard To Find Ranch in sought after Shaw Estates! This 1,526 sq ft 7 room 3 bedroom 1 bath 2 fireplace home is situated on a level 8,252 sq ft lot. It is situated on a quiet tree lined street near Grove St playground & schools. Home offers buyers endless possibilities. Renovate existing home & finish off huge basement, add 1st floor addition, add a 2nd story or knock it down and build your dream home. Exterior updates include vinyl siding & insulated windows. Utilities feature updated heating system & 100 amp electric service. Enormous unfinished full basement with fireplace. 3 seasons front porch, 1 car attached garage....

Posted on 05/05/2022

18 Common St 18, Watertown, MA 02472 is now new to the market!

Fine Craftsmanship & Quality Finishes are on full display at this Mt. Auburn Village Town-Home located in the Oakley Country Club Historic District! This 3 lvl 3,337 sq ft 9 rm 3 bdrm 3.5 bth is the perfect blend of of old world elegance, contemporary design & layout. 1st lvl features exceptional livingrm w/ corner fireplace, double crown molding, atrium door to large private patio, banquet sized diningrm w/ double crown wainscotting,bay, maple flrs; ultimate fully applianced chef's kitchen w/ cherry cabinets, SS, granite island: full bath,large mud rm & grand entry foyer w/ direct entry to 2 car gar. 2nd flr offers incredible,...

Posted on 04/26/2022

Another Property Rented - 27 Oxford Avenue 27, Belmont, MA 02478

CAMBRIDGE LINE! TOTALLY & EXPERTLY RENOVATED BY MASTER BUILDER in 2013! Features ultra modern fully applianced granite, stainless kitchen with breakfast bar & stack washer/dryer; new ultra modern tile bath with soaking tub & shower, living room with gas fireplace, ceiling fan; Master bedroom with ceiling fan & custom double closet; 2 additional bedrooms with custom closets,,ceiling fans. Home is fully insulated with sound board under ceilings; new FHA by gas heat with Central AC, front & back porches, large shared patio with pavers; lovely yard, basement storage. 2 exterior parking spaces. Open floor plan living room,...

Posted on 04/21/2022

Video Tour - 140-140a Summer Street, Somerville, MA 02143

Spacious Early Century 5-8 room 2-5 bedroom 2 Family nestled between Union, Porter and Harvard Squares, Near Vibrant Bow Market.! This sun drenched, well maintained home has lots of old world charm & character including fireplaces, crown moldings, hardwood floors, natural woodwork. Large Semi-modern eat in kitchens, ceramic tile baths with tub & shower. Enormous 3rd floor with cathedral ceiling bedroom & 2 additional good sized bedrooms with potential space to add another full bath. Utilities are gas heat & gas hot water. 3 car off street parking in the driveway. Front & back porches with some nice yard space. Easy...