Three Simple Places to Add Value as a Realtor® - EP222 - Real Facts on Real Estate

In this episode we discuss that when getting ready to show a home performing the proper due diligence can save you a wasted trip. Make sure to jump into the FEMA flood maps to have a better understanding of the properties flood situation and possible need for insurance. Massachusetts has a lead paint registry where any home that has been tested will be listed. This site is a simple step to check if a home built before 1978 has already been tested and how the results looked. Geographic Information System or “GIS” maps are one of the best ways to get a great overview of the property. Different towns have different features but commonly you will see parcel maps, parcel info, zoning overlays, wetland overlays, and other helpful information.