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The Best Quick and Easy Carrot Cake

Posted on April 13, 2017April 15, 2017 by BeHomeBeWell

Seriously Simple and Crazy Good Carrot Cake

Our family loves this recipe!! We always have the ingredients in the house, it tastes soooooo good, really impresses a crowd, and is soooo easy Seriously, we dump all of the cake ingredients into one bowl, turn the mixer on, and you’ve got the cake batter. No sifting, no separating… just dump and let the mixer do the work.

We sometimes cheat with the frosting. There are some pretty yummy tasting pre-made cream cheese frostings. If you happen to have a can of vanilla frosting and cream cheese in your refrigerator, just blend the two together. Get fancy by sprinkling walnuts and/or coconut on top or keep it simple. This is even delicious without frosting!

Cake Ingredients:
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 1/3 cup oil (or can replace with applesauce)
2 cups flour
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
¼ tsp cinnamon
4 cups grated carrots
¾ cup chopped walnuts

Frosting Ingredients:
4 oz. stick of butter
8 oz package of cream cheese
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla

Preheat over to 350 degrees.

For cake: combine sugar, eggs, oil, flour, soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, grated carrots, and chopped nuts. Pour into a 13×9 inch greased pan and bake for 40 minutes. Or I love bundt cakes… pour batter into a floured and greased bundt cake pan and back for approximate 50-60 mintues (I find the bundt cake cooking times can vary drastically so check periodically.)

For frosting: blend butter and cream cheese. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Frost. Serve. Eat.

This recipe is awesome for any brunch, birthday celebration, Easter Sunday, or just because you deserve a fabulous slice of carrot cake at the end of the day!

Check out all of our favorite recipes by clicking here. I don’t post anything that isn’t easy or a crowd pleaser!!

Jennifer McMorran, Realtor
New Construction & First Time Home Buyer Specialist
(and Antique lover & home owner)
508-930-5259
Jen.McMorran@gmail.com
www.jenmcmorran.realtor

www.BeHomeBeWell.com

Serving clients throughout Massachusetts.
Attleboro to Boston and the communities in between.

Buyers ISO of Charm & Character

Posted on December 21, 2016December 21, 2016 by BeHomeBeWell

This will be a fun home search that will take some patience
but a great couple so I know it will be worth it!!

This set of buyers is in search of a home with tons of character and charm preferring pre-1960 and willing to go back all of the way to 1740s.

They definitely want a large lot – thinking 1+ acres – or even the illusion of a large lot if they found a home that abutted conservation/park/etc. Currently they are living in a bungalow in a cute downtown neighborhood which was a nice place to start but now feeling too congested for them. They are craving space, trees, and privacy. Being close to a busy road won’t work for them. Antique lovers know homes built “back in the day” were purposefully located close to the road so quiet set-backs are not always easy to come by but, I found my antique colonial set back off the road so I know it’s possible.

In terms of the home itself, they would like at least three bedrooms, minimum of two baths, a garage if possible, and charm, charm, charm (cookie cutter is just not going to do it for them.) Some sort of “out” building or separate studio that could be used as a home office would be great – but even a separate space in the house could have potential. She works from home and would like a feel of going to the office and then leaving it behind when done for the day.

For location, they would like to be within 30-40 minutes of Providence.

Do you happen to know anyone in Southeastern Massachusetts interested in selling a home like this?

We will be ready to get back to the house hunting in January so spread the word…

Jennifer McMorran, Realtor
New Construction & First Time Home Buyer Specialist
(and Antique lover & home owner)
508-930-5259
Jen.McMorran@gmail.com
www.jenmcmorran.realtor

www.BeHomeBeWell.com

Serving clients throughout Massachusetts.
Attleboro to Boston and the communities in between.

New listings:
Attleboro, 2 bedroom garden style condominium near town & train, $124,900
Easton, 2 bedroom end-unit townhouse in Easton Crossing, $214,900

Perfect Affordable Carefree Condo Options!

Posted on December 2, 2016December 2, 2016 by BeHomeBeWell

Do you know someone looking to own their own home that would also love the simplicity of condo living? How does it sound to be able to enjoy lush grounds and landscaping without having to mow a lawn or weed a garden? Love to relax around a pool but don’t have the energy or know-how to maintain it? With winter approaching, wouldn’t it be awesome to have someone else plowing and clearing the snow?

Well… I have two affordable and meticulously maintained options for you!

Open House, Saturday, December 2
12:30-2:00
2 Adam Street, Easton
$214,800
Easton Crossing!

Welcome to Easton Crossing… this sought after, well-established condominium complex is set just off of Washington Street in South Easton. Easton Crossing boasts gorgeous grounds, a club house available for functions, an in-ground pool area, tennis courts, exercise room, spacious green areas, fenced in dog park, and an awesome location. End units are far and few between so 2 Adam Street, Unit 9 is a rare offering. This light and bright unit features extra windows in the living room, dining room, and both bedrooms. Enjoy freshly painted walls, new flooring on the first floor, great open floor plan, sliders to a private patio, security system, and air conditioning. Pet friendly and FHA approved complex!!

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Or does the idea of being located a closer to Providence while still enjoying easy access to Boston by way of Rt 95 or the commuter rail entice you? Contact me to see:

14 Dailey Street, Unit F
Attleboro, MA
$124,900

14 Dailey Street, Unit F is located in Woods Edge Condominiums just minutes to a thriving Attleboro center and newly renovated train station. This garden style condo offers 960 square feet of living, two bedrooms, awesome open floor plan, new flooring, stainless and granite kitchen, tons of closets (master bedroom offers two closets, guest bedroom features a walk-in), and a great complex with sprawling green grounds, plenty of parking, in-ground pool, laundry in the building, and electric bills that average under $50/month which include the electric heat. Great affordable option for owning your own home! Pet Friendly complex too!!

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As an added bonus, I am working for two sets of awesome sellers!

Feel free to contact me with any questions or to schedule a showing (Jen McMorran, 508-930-5259, jen.mcmorran@gmail.com). I’d love to help you make yourself at home in either of these great condos…

Jennifer McMorran, Realtor
New Construction & First Time Home Buyer Specialist
(and Antique lover & home owner)
508-930-5259
Jen.McMorran@gmail.com
www.jenmcmorran.realtor

www.BeHomeBeWell.com

Serving clients throughout Massachusetts.
Attleboro to Boston and the communities in between.

New listings:
Attleboro, 2 bedroom garden style condominium near town & train, $124,900
Attleboro, 3 bedroom uptown Colonial with great backyard, low $200’s
Easton, 2 bedroom end-unit townhouse in Easton Crossing, $214,900

What it takes!

Posted on November 23, 2016November 23, 2016 by BeHomeBeWell

Wonderful-wooded-lot — **SOLD!! 36 Pole Plain, Sharon $348,000**

As many of my clients have learned this fall, real estate can be hard work! There can be so many variables involved in a deal that are tough to predict. I love to pull up statistics and analyze data, but in the end, data can’t always predict buyer or seller behavior. After all, it is people we are dealing with when buying and selling homes. And people vary immensely when it comes to their motivations, negotiating styles, and values.

I hear so often from other professionals in my field…
Open houses don’t sell houses.
Print media like newspaper ads and mailings don’t do anything.
Zillow is all that matters.
Social media is the key.
Search Engine Optimization should be an agent’s focus.

The fact is, we don’t know exactly what will resonate with each specific buyer or seller out in the market place. When listing your property, my job as a Realtor is to assist you with preparing your home to hit the market and then to expose your property to as many likely buyers as possible. I need to have a good working knowledge of your property and understand any objections buyers may have so I can address those with solutions whether immediately or with a follow up call or e-mail. When with potential buyers at your home, I am constantly trying to gauge what aspects of you property or location might be most important to highlight with each buyer through simple questions and careful listening. Not everyone is able to make a decision right away, that is where my patience and persistence pay off. And then it is making sure your property is constantly being exposed whether on-line, through print media, or networking with other agents. My job is to sell your home and I will do what it takes to get it Sold!

I recently worked with Liz and Ed to list and sell their home at 36 Pole Plain Road in Sharon. So wonderful to assist them as they begin a whole new journey with their family and the testimonial below from them was an added bonus – it truly sums up what I work towards in all of my client relationships.

And, in case you were wondering, the buyers were a result of coming to two of my open houses!

If you’d like to talk about buying or selling a home, just let me know. And always feel free to share my contact information (508-930-5259, jen.mcmorran@gmail.com) with anyone you may know in need of assistance.

Jennifer McMorran, Realtor
New Construction & First Time Home Buyer Specialist
(and Antique lover & home owner)
508-930-5259
Jen.McMorran@gmail.com
www.jenmcmorran.realtor

www.BeHomeBeWell.com

Serving clients throughout Massachusetts.
Attleboro to Boston and the communities in between.

Ides Hill Commons – just one townhouse left!!

Posted on November 23, 2016November 22, 2016 by BeHomeBeWell

JUST ONE UNIT AVAILABLE!!
Who will be the lucky buyer for Unit 11?

14 units SOLD,
2 units to close at the end November,
and 4 units (5-8) under agreement to close in February,
4 units (13-16) under agreement to close end of April,
3 units (9,10, & 12) under agreement to close in June.

What an incredible fall! We now have three buildings complete. Unit 17 and Unit 20 just closed – congratulations to the new home owners. And, Units 18 and 19 will be closing by the end of the month. Pretty incredible how each buyer has put together a beautiful home for themselves – all so different, but all so nice!

Check out completed photos of Unit 17. It is another gorgeous home designed by two very satisfied buyers!

Our fourth building is well under way too. In Units 5-8, rough plumbing and electrical have been completed and insulation is being finished up. Dry wall will be coming soon followed by plasterers, finish carpenters, then we are off and running. Paint, flooring, cabinets, lighting, counters… I love seeing the custom finishes come together in each unit!

Our fifth building is now up and framed with roofing almost complete. Phase V consists of Units 13-16 which are our two car garage layouts. These are all under contract and the last four of our two car garages!

AND yesterday, the framers started on our last building over at Ides Hill Commons. Absolutely amazing to think about! Phase VI offers four one car garage units – three are under agreement so just ONE UNIT LEFT!! Priced at $327,900 Unit 11 definitely won’t last long. Give a call, text 508-930-5259, e-mail jen.mcmorran@gmail.com, or fill out the contact form below. I’d love to show you all that Ides Hill Commons has to offer!

Jennifer McMorran, Realtor
New Construction & First Time Home Buyer Specialist
(and Antique lover & home owner)
508-930-5259
Jen.McMorran@gmail.com
www.jenmcmorran.realtor

www.BeHomeBeWell.com

Serving clients throughout Massachusetts.
Attleboro to Boston and the communities in between.

Opportunity knocks!! 113 North Ave priced to sell at $259,900

Posted on October 14, 2016October 14, 2016 by BeHomeBeWell

HUGE Price Break!!
113 North Ave in Attleboro
Now $259,900
OPEN HOUSE, SATURDAY 11:30-1:00 ~ October 14, 2016
or by appointment (Jen 508-930-5259)

The current owners of 113 North Ave in Attleboro have truly loved living in their home and have enjoyed all that it has had to offer over the years but they are now ready to pass on this wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 full bath Colonial to its new owner to enjoy. Could that be you or someone you know?

I will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, October 14, 2016 from 11:30-1:00pm. I’d love to have you come buy to take a tour and to spread the word about this true gem.

This home is loaded with gorgeous finish details and beautiful charm. Such great space for living both inside and out. Enjoy a good sized kitchen, living room and dining room with gleaming hardwood floors, two full bathrooms, three bedrooms, both a deck and a front porch for relaxing on these sunny fall days, and you can’t beat the location near Bishop Feehan High School with easy access to route 95, the new Attleboro train station, shopping, restaurants, medical facilities and more!

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The fantastic new price now provides the opportunity for buyers to come in to make this home their own that they too will love for years to come.

Sellers are motivated and at this price, 113 North Ave won’t be on the market long.

Stop by the Open House on Saturday October 14th or give me a call/text 508-930-5259 to schedule a private showing.

Jennifer McMorran, Realtor
New Construction & First Time Home Buyer Specialist
(and Antique lover & home owner)
508-930-5259
Jen.McMorran@gmail.com
www.jenmcmorran.realtor

www.BeHomeBeWell.com

Serving clients throughout Massachusetts.
Attleboro to Boston and the communities in between.

Sharon Ranks #3 in Best Places to Live

Posted on September 23, 2016September 23, 2016 by BeHomeBeWell

OPEN HOUSE, SATURDAY, 12:00-2:00 ~ 36 Pole Plain Rd, Sharon, MA
Turn-key 3 bedroom ranch offered at $359,900

Did you know that Money Magazine ranked Sharon Massachusetts as #3 in their Best Places to Live last year. Adam Bluestein did an absolutely wonderful job capturing the essence of the town in the article he wrote for Money Magazine (August 13, 2015).

Bluestein sites ethnic and religious diversity as newer influences adding to the richness of life in Sharon. Sharon is “home to nine churches, seven synagogues, and one of New England’s largest mosques, the small-town melting pot has a burgeoning Chinese, Indian, and Pakistani population, as well as the state’s highest proportion of residents of Russian descent.” He stressed that the people of Sharon truly embrace “community building”. With Beth Hoke, President of the Sharon Pluralism Network, sharing the network’s beliefs on recognizing and appreciating diversity along with learning how to “come together and engage each other”.

Another huge driving factor in the appeal of any town is of course the quality of the school system and once again Sharon does not disappoint. Consistently ranked among the top schools in the state, the Sharon school system provides children a top notch education while also strengthening property values. Buyers will always appreciate strong schools when assessing the value of a property so purchasing in the town of Sharon is an investment that will definitely make sense.

The charming town of Sharon is also the perfect location for commuters. Whether traveling North to Boston, South to Providence, or out to the MetroWest areas, you can get to Route 95/128/93 in just minutes or take the train from Sharon’s own train station uptown. Plus enjoy a myriad of shopping, restaurant, and entertainment options. Love to relax by enjoying the outdoors? Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, Lake Massapoag beaches, Borderland State Park are beautiful natural parks that offer miles of trails, swimming, or boating. Home to Ward’s Berry Farm and Crescent Ridge Dairy Bar, the local flavors are never far!

Thinking about making a move? Think Sharon!

Open House, Saturday (9/24)
12:00-2:00
36 Pole Plain Road, Sharon

And of course as a Realtor I have to share that I have the perfect Sharon property for sale… located at 36 Pole Plain Rd in the Heights of Sharon, this pristine 3 bedroom home set on a pretty wooded lot and ready to go. New heating, new hot water, new windows new appliances… just move in and enjoy! Offered at $359,900 is it an awesome opportunity to get in to Sharon at an affordable price point.

(And Pole Plain Rd is a neighborhood that will hold its value if thinking about expanding or upgrading. A home listed across the street for $550,000 just went under agreement along with another around the corner that was listed at $389,900.)

Sellers are wonderful so call any time to set up a showing if you can’t make the open house.

Jennifer McMorran, Realtor
New Construction & First Time Home Buyer Specialist
(and Antique lover & home owner)
508-930-5259
Jen.McMorran@gmail.com
www.jenmcmorran.realtor

www.BeHomeBeWell.com

Serving clients throughout Massachusetts.
Attleboro to Boston and the communities in between.

Chicken Chili with Sweet Potatoes, Quinoa, and Black Beans

Posted on September 20, 2016September 20, 2016 by BeHomeBeWell

Sometimes in real estate you get the listing, sometimes you don’t. Last spring, I went on an a listing appointment and not only did I get the listing (and sell it in a day) but I also met am amazing family, was served an awesome lunch, and gained a go-to recipe that I know my family will be making for years to come. Hope you will enjoy as well!!

Ingredients:

1 Tablespoon olive oil

1 sweet potato, diced into small cubes (I leave skins on but you can peel if you prefer)

1 large onion

4 cloves of garlic, minced

2 Tablespoons chili powder

1/2 teaspooon ground chipotle pepper

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon salt

3 cups of chicken broth

1 can diced tomatoes (I use Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with cilantro and lime)

1 15-ounce can of black beans, rinsed

2 boneless chicken breasts, uncooked

1/2 cup quinoa

I like to cook it all in my cast iron casserole “pot” on the stove top and then in the oven. You could also definitely use your crockpot!

Heat oven to 250 degrees.
Heat oil and saute the sweet potato and onion until for about 5 minutes until the onion is softened. Then add the garlic and cook for about another minute.
Stir in the chili powder, chipotle, cumin, and salt. Add the chicken broth, black beans, tomatoes, and chicken. (I slice my chicken breast so they are a little thinner and then push down into pot so that veggies and broth cover them.)
Put lid on and cook for 2 1/2-3 hours at 250 degrees. After three hours, add in the quinoa. I let it cook for another hour or so. I know it is ready when the chicken just shreds apart with a wooden spoon. Gently “pull” chicken into shreds and chunks.
Garnish with whatever you enjoy… avocado, lime, cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, rice… it will all taste great!

This recipe is definitely a keeper! Everyone in the family loves it both as a stew and oddly enough as a hearty “dip” with tortilla chips. Great recipe for your favorite gluten-free eaters!!

Jennifer McMorran, Realtor
New Construction & First Time Home Buyer Specialist
(and Antique lover & home owner)
508-930-5259
Jen.McMorran@gmail.com
www.jenmcmorran.realtor

www.BeHomeBeWell.com

Serving clients throughout Massachusetts.
Attleboro to Boston and the communities in between.

Pristine Sharon Ranch – $359,900 OPEN HOUSE, Saturday 12-2

Posted on September 17, 2016September 21, 2016 by BeHomeBeWell

Loaded with updates, 36 Pole Plain Road is in pristine condition and in a prime location. Tucked away on a wooded lot in a sought after neighborhood in the Heights of Sharon, this 3 bedroom Ranch is just a mile and a half to Route 95 and minutes to the train. So convenient to everything including schools, uptown, beaches, parks, shopping, restaurants, and more. This home won’t last on the fall market long!

Check out photo gallery by clicking here.

Updates include: heating system, hot water, windows, appliances, gleaming hardwood floors, exterior and interior paint

Join me for the Open House on Saturday or call for a private showing. Sellers are very accommodating so let us know what may work for you! Home always looks great so coordinating a showing on short notice could work as well.

Open House, Saturday

12:00-2:00 pm

36 Pole Plain Road

Sharon, Massachusetts

Directions: Take exit 8 off of Route 95 onto South Main Street.
Travel approximately 1.5 miles
(You will pass Ward’s Berry Farm, Moose Hill Audobon Wildlife Preserve, and then the Heights Elementary School)
Take a left on to Pole Plain Road.
You will find 36 Pole Plain Road tucked away on a nice lot approximately .2 miles down the road.

Whether you are a first time home buyer, empty nester, young family, commuter, or merely a fussy home buyer, 36 Pole Plain is absolutely work checking out. Homes in the neighborhood are selling for even more – one just went under agreement in the $500s so if you are thinking about more improvements or expansions, they will hold their value in this area. Don’t miss out on this affordable option in the Heights.

Jennifer McMorran, Realtor
New Construction & First Time Home Buyer Specialist
(and Antique lover & home owner)
508-930-5259
Jen.McMorran@gmail.com
www.jenmcmorran.realtor

www.BeHomeBeWell.com

Serving clients throughout Massachusetts.
Attleboro to Boston and the communities in between.

Sharon 3BR Charmer For Sale!

Posted on September 6, 2016September 6, 2016 by BeHomeBeWell

Stop by my Open House on Thursday evening to experience how easy your commute home could be if you purchased this awesome Sharon property located at 36 Pole Plain Road in the Heights area of town!

COMMUTER OPEN HOUSE
Thursday, September 8
5:30 to 6:30 pm

36 Pole Plain Road
Sharon, Massachusetts
Proudly offered at $359,900

Don’t miss this wonderful 3 bedroom Ranch set on a private wooded lot in The Heights of Sharon. Loaded with recent updates, this home features newer windows, refinished hardwood floors, exterior painting, interior painting, kitchen appliances, and BRAND NEW HEATING system. Truly a must see!

This charming home boasts a living room with hardwood floors and fireplace. The living room then opens to the dining room creating nice flow for living and entertaining. The newly applianced kitchen leads to a screened in porch perfect for relaxing during fall evenings. All three bedrooms offer gleaming hardwood floors. Enjoy a family room, office, or game room down in the partially finished lower level that also offers more space that could be converted to living area & tons of storage!

As the new homeowner you’ll be located just around the corner from Heights Elementary school, down the road from Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary and the very popular Wards Berry Farm, plus have access to gorgeous Lake Massapaog & Memorial Park beach.

Mid-way between Boston & Providence you can’t find a better location! 36 Pole Plain Road is minutes to both Rt 95 and the Sharon train station which makes it a prime location for commuters! Call, text, or e-mail now for more information or to schedule a showing.