The future of the housing market as explained in Genesis 41

Here’s the best theory yet about where the housing market has been and where it’s going: It has to do with the Pharaoh’s troubling dream, as interpreted by Joseph, in the Bible’s Genesis 41. Look it up and weep, all you secular economists and industry experts. File under: We should have known Contact me to set […]

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A few ideas for Boston condo buyers

Let’s face it, everyone wants to save money, just about every penny you can save matters. That’s why some Boston condo owners attempt to sell their condominium on their own, which is not surprising. Nevertheless, in accordance with the latest survey performed by Realtor.com, the vast majority of homeowners said that working with a truly […]

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How do you feel about allowing Amazon inside your condo to make a delivery

How comfortable do you feel about giving delivery services access to your Boston condo? A recent survey found a majority of American’s felt uncomfortable about it, regardless of the age group. Amazon Key and Cloud Cam, unveiled this week, is a smart home device and service bundle that lets Amazon unlock your front door so it can deliver […]

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Boston luxury condo market 2018

(Realtor.com Illustration) With a shortage of available Boston condo for sale and bidding wars driving up the price on whatever does hit the market, Boston is part of an exclusive list of cities boasting a large increase in its share of million-dollar listings. According to new data from Realtor.com, the share of homes listed for $1 […]

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Boston condo buyers: How to win in a competivie market

One thing is for certain if you expect to write a competitive offer in the Boston condo market: Obtain a preapproval for a loan before you start hitting the Sunday Open House Boston condo market Prospective Boston condo buyers would traditionally chat with a lender rep, get an idea as to what they could afford […]

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Boston condo interest rates

Boston condo interest rates hovered around 4% for the majority of 2017, which gave many buyers relief from rising home prices and helped with affordability. In the first quarter of 2018, rates have increased from 3.95% up to 4.45% and experts predict that rates will increase even more by the end of the year. The […]

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Should Amazon fund Boston’s affordable housing?

If Amazon moves its HQ2 to Boston, should the retail giant  fund affordable housing? That’s the question that is being raises in Seattle. So why not Boston? Boston is giving them an enormous city tax break, so how about some social consciousness and help out the needy. We know you can afford it. Watch the […]

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Buying a Boston condo together for the first time, you may want to read this.

For you newly weds, or for those couples who are thinking about buying a Boston condo for the first time together, I think yo’ll find this interesting. Let me tell you, buying a Boston condo as an individual is much different from purchasing a condominium with your spouse or fiance.  That probably holds true for […]

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Boston condo prices will increase in 2018

Some believe that the combined effects of the new tax code and rising mortgage rates will have an adverse impact on residential real estate prices in 2018. However, the clear majority of recently surveyed housing experts believe that home values will continue to rise this year. What is the Home Price Expectation Survey? Each quarter, Pulsenomics surveys a nationwide panel […]

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Boston condo demand outpacing supply

The price of any item is determined by the supply of that item, as well as market demand. The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) surveys “over 50,000 real estate practitioners about their expectations for home sales, prices and market conditions” for their monthly REALTORS Confidence Index. Their latest edition sheds some light on the relationship between Seller Traffic (supply) and Buyer Traffic […]

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Why are your still writing a personal check for your Boston apartment rent?

One of my agents just recently rented out a Boston apartment to a few college students, and I’ve noticed almost all our recent rentals with college students involved printed checks. Which begs the question: Why are you still writing a personal check to pay your Boston apartment rent in 2018? Research shows that 78 percent […]

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Zumper.com wants to rent Boston apartments like booking a hotel room

Zumper.com, which is an end-to-end platform that works with renters and landlords to manage the entire rental process, from search to signing a lease. As easy as booking a hotel room Zumper is taking control of the process for both sides landlords and renters. After showing interest for a unit that is part of Zumper […]

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Boston then and now

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Saturday Night Live: Spoofs Boston as contender for Amazon (HQ2)

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What Paris is doing Boston should do regarding Airbnb

The city of Paris’ officials have asked Airbnb  and competing platforms to comply with new regulation. The Mayor’s Office has flagged around 1,000 apartments that are not registered with the city. Since December 1st, you have to register your apartment with the city if you want to list it on an online renting platform. This way, city officials […]

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Our favorite TV characters and how much they can afford in rent

  Based on what we know about some of our favorite TV characters and their jobs, I compiled their theoretical annual incomes plus what their apartment rents would be to see if they could actually afford where they live, based on the 30% rule. The 30% rule is how much an individual should spend on […]

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Rising interest rates: Doesn’t mean Boston condo prices will fall

Recently, Freddie Mac published an Insight Report titled Nowhere to go but up? How increasing mortgage rates could affect housing. The report focused on the impact the projected rise in mortgage rates might have on the condominium market this year. Many believe that an increase in mortgage rates will cause a slowdown in purchases which would, in turn, lead to […]

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Trulia and Craigslist plagued by rental scam artist

Anyone who’s tried using the Internet to rent a Boston apartment knows it’s a cesspool of scams and fake listings. But Kelly Kane found out that con artists are getting aggressive and vindictive. After she called out a would-be con artist on a fake ad, her cell phone number was plastered as the contact across […]

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What you can rent for under $1,600 in U.S. Cities

How Far Would $1,500 Rent Get You In U.S. Cities? The amount of space you get for your monthly rent in the US varies hugely from city to city. No major surprise there, but which of the major US cities offer the best value for money? As this infographic shows, with a monthly budget of $1,500, the […]

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This dog pad makes your Boston apartment look like a dump

One look at this ultimate dog pad, and you’ll be rethinking your Boston condo or apartment situation. Samsung designed the ultimate dog house, which is on display at the world’s largest dog show Crufts , and it’s pretty sick. The futuristic-looking crib features rounded edges, doggie wallpaper, a covered treadmill, autofeeder, tablet and a hydrotherapy pool. According […]

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Newest concept for Boston condo and apartment lobbies

For us unfortunate one’s that don’t have a concierge in our Boston condo or apartment, fear not, Amazon has a solution for us. Its called Hub. Amazon is inviting property managers to apply to install Hub delivery lockers in their lobbies. Amazon is expanding its delivery locker concept into Boston apartment & condo lobbies, with […]

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Moving to Boston? Let us help you

Moving to Boston whether its for school or work it’s a decision you will be happy with. There are a number of things you will want to know and explore about our city.   We have so many diverse neighborhoods with different lifestyles, price points, and access to pubic transportation. When searching for your Boston condo or […]

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Newest way of finding a Boston apartment: Auction websites

Startups like Rentberry allow landlords to list rental units so that would-be tenants can offer higher or lower prices, based on what they would be willing to pay. The sites take a percentage of the difference. Operators of these rental auction sites claim supply and demand already affect rent prices and that their services just make the process […]

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5 mistakes Boston condo sellers should avoid

Here are my top five Boston condo seller mistakes. Avoid them if you can: 1. Trying to save money by bypassing staging. Buyers want to see some effort on the part of sellers who are looking for top dollar. It’s important to take pride in how your Boston condo shows to agents and buyers, and investing […]

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AI robots are are selecting Amazon (HQ2) to move to Boston – so is my favorite gambling site

Amazon selected these 20 cities to move onto the next phase of its HQ2 competition. (Amazon Image) Now a new artificial voice is speaking up. Aiera, a stock-picking robot developed by Wells Fargo Securities, has chosen Boston as the likely site for Amazon’s HQ2. The city is one of 20 finalists in the ongoing competition, […]

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Robot can clean your Boston condo and grab you a beer – when it’s not slipping on banana peels

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Why are Boston smoke inspections so hard to schedule?

The City of Boston's fire department says it's behind in scheduling the smoke inspections required before a home can be sold in Boston. Why?

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Boston came in behind Honolulu and Washington, D.C. in a ranking of the most livable cities in the US. The Economist magazine, put out the ranking, which included a worldwide list topped by Melbourne in Australia. Melbourne was considered the “most livable urban centre” for the seventh year in a row. Vienna, Vancouver and Toronto […]

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Harvard Study: Buying a Boston condo is wise investment

Eric Belsky is Managing Director of the Joint Center of Housing Studies at Harvard University. He also currently serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Housing Research and Housing Policy Debate. Last year, he released a paper on homeownership – The Dream Lives On: the Future of Homeownership in America. In his paper, Belsky reveals five financial reasons people […]

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A Boston condo story: ‘A Wrinkle in Time’

I’ve been a Boston real estate broker for over 20 years, during this time I realized how one’s imagination is one of the greatest gift that has been bestowed on us. We use it quite naturally as children without realizing it. As we grow into adulthood, we are in danger of losing it. Like a […]

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A funny real estate story

The other day a Boston real estate broker asked his wife; If  I were to die would you sell our Boston condo? She said no, I love this condo we have in Beacon Hill, I would never sell it. The broker then asked If I were to die would you get re-married? After a short […]

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Boston 3rd most livable city in America

Thinking of buying a Boston condo? Here’s some good news, Boston is ranked one of the best places to live in U.S. Boston came in behind Honolulu and Washington, D.C. in a ranking of the most livable cities in the US. The Economist magazine, put out the ranking, which included a worldwide list topped by […]

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Tips on the Boston condo buying process

Here are four aspects of the Boston condo buying process to ensure a better overall investment. If you have questions about your personal financial situation, ask your lender and/or a financial advisor what buying a new Boston condo could mean for you. The last thing that you want to do as a new condominum buyer […]

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Luck of the Irish: Another Boston condo under ageement

Ford Realty is proud to announce we put another Boston condo under agreement. 20 Prenniman Street in Allston which is a new Boston luxury condo development. The listing office is Charlesgate Realty. The condo we put under agreement is one of the penthouse units. As mentioned the project is located 2 blocks from Allston Village. […]

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Another property Under Agreement

I can tell spring time is here. Ford Realty is proud to announce we put another property under agreement 25 Walker Street in Somervuille, Daviis Square. Asking price $1,295,000. Contact me to find to set up an appointment to start your Boston condo buying process. Back to homepage Boston condos Boston condos for sale SEARCH […]

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Millennials optimistic about the Boston condo market

A recent survey by the PulteGroup revealed that the Millennial generation has a more optimistic outlook regarding the American economy than other generations. According to the survey, 54% of Millennials believe the economy is in better shape today than it was last year compared to only 41% of the total population. It seems this optimism is impacting Boston condo  […]

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Ford Realty proud to announce 36 A Street #5C under agreement

These South Boston condo sellers invested a great deal of their time and money into upgrading this condo and so needed an agent who could earn them top dollar. Extremely motivated to get on the market, they gave us a call interested in knowing more of about our marketing plan  we were able to get […]

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1 out of 3 Downtown Boston condos fail to sell

There are so many stats that get thrown out in regards to the Boston condo market and people make a lot of assumptions based on those. Today I’m going to go over the real numbers to let you know exactly what is happening in our market. One of the assumptions is that any Boston condo […]

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Awesome drone views of the Boston condo skyline

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Boston condo market correction on its way

If you’re a discouraged Boston condo buyer because of the lack of inventory and bidding wars, hang on the tide is about to change. In a recent Zillow study, 30% of recent home sellers in 2018, said they were unprepared for how long it took to sell their home. The sellers in the study also […]

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Boston landlord pointed gun at tenant over a parking space

A Quincy, Massachusetts landlord has been ordered to stay away from his tenant after he threatened his tenant with a gun. The dispute arose because of a parking space which required snow removal after our last snow storm Watch the video below to hear both sides of the story. . Contact me to find to […]

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Apartment Rental APPS: Driving up Boston apartment rents

Can’t afford ti live in Boston? Apartment rental APPS may be driving up prices.  Contact me to find to set up an appointment to start your Boston condo buying process. Boston condos Boston condos for sale SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE AND RENT Back Bay Beacon Hill Charlestown Charlestown Navy Yard Dorchester Dorchester Heights […]

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Bill Gates could buy every Boston condo for sale on MLS

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates could buy all of the condos in Boston. Amazon.com CEO could do the same in Napa, while Google co-founder Larry Page could do so in Boca Raton. Bill Gates, Boston’s landlord? That’s the  finding from real estate company Redfin, which put the fortunes of some of the richest Americans up against the […]

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The newest idea for Boston: Quasi-dorms for Adults

Let’s play a game of “would you rather.” You can’t afford to rent a Boston apartment in the city where you work. Would you rather sacrifice urban life, move to a cheaper suburb, and endure long commutes — or live in housing reminiscent of your college dorm? From From Geek Wire: Developers are creating a […]

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Amazon getting into real estate?

Investors get nervous every time a certain Seattle-based e-commerce giant eyes a new market and this time Zillow is the victim of Wall Street’s Amazon anxiety. A new placeholder web page on Amazon that says “Hire a Realtor” with an option to enter your zip code and “Coming Soon” below is prompting speculation that the company may […]

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Pets have a strong factor for Boston condo buyers

Boston real estate brokers who were surveyed indicated that one-third of their pet-owning clients often or very often will refuse to make an offer on a Boston condo because its not ideal for their animal. Boston real estate agents also noted. 61% find it difficult or very difficult to locate a rental property or a […]

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Buying and selling a Boston condo simultaneously

Buying and selling your Boston condo simultaneously,can be an issue you might be facing now or in the future. Unless you are a first-time buyer, you have probably asked yourself ‘What should I do first – buy or sell?’. I’ve helped a number of clients in this situation and my answer usually starts with ‘it […]

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Zillow’s future plans, to replace Boston real estate agents

Lets start from the beginning. Zillow has just recently launched a new feature on their website, called Instant Offer. What Instant Offer does it allows Sellers to sell their Boston condo without using a real estate agent, Instant Offer goal is circumventing the real estate agent in the listing and sales process. Instant Offer is presently […]

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Zillow will replace MLS within 5 years

Zillow will replace Massachusetts MLS (Multi Listing Service) within 5 years I just read  a book by Zillow’s CEO and Chief Economist, It’ grabbed my attention on this snowy day in Boston. It’ was an easy to read and very informative. It does a good job of illustrating the power of data and how it can […]

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Why didn’t my Boston condo sell? Expired listings

Selling Your Boston Condo after the Listing Expires A common question Boston condo sellers ask is ‘Why didn’t my condo sell’ when their condo becomes an expired listing on the MLS. There are a number of reasons when a Boston condo doesn’t sell. Why Didn’t My Condo Sell? In this blog post we are going […]

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Top 10 coolest gadgets for your Boston condo or apartment

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Average time to save for down-payment to buy a Boston condo

Saving for a down payment is often the biggest hurdle for a first-time homebuyers wanting to buy a Boston condo Depending on where you live, median income, median rents, and home prices all vary. So, we set out to find out how long it would take to save for a down payment. Using data from […]

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Turning a Boston neighborhood from ‘crack houses’ to luxury condos

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First-time Boston condo buyers: This is all you need to know…..

The purpose of this Boston real estate blog post is to help first time home buyers as they begin to consider purchasing their first condo. By the end of this article you will be an informed home buyer and your understanding of how to approach a Boston real estate transaction will save you time, money, […]

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Amazon may soon own the mortgage to your Boston condo

It’s currently reported that Amazon is currently looking to hire someone to lead their newly-formed lending division. Yes, Amazon owns Whole Foods and soon may own Rocket Mortgage which is owned by Quicken Loans. If Amazon were to jump in the real estate mortgage business, or banking industry in general, Amazon could become the third-largest […]

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Read this before YOU buy a Boston condo

Spring is almost here, although you may not believe it with our local weather, but if your a Boston condo buyer its time to start preparing yourself for buying a condo in 2018. Several buyers have currently reached out to us about buying a Boston condo in 2018. These buyers are the inspiration for this […]

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Don’t list your Boston condo for sale UNTIL you read this

Well, we moved our clocks up one hour today, so it appears that the 2018 spring market is almost here. For anyone who is considering selling their Boston condo in 2018, I’m are going to dive into a list of tips that you should consider before you list your home for sale One of the […]

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Zillow & Trulia versus Realtor.com: The truth is exposed and some of this will blow your mind away

f you’re searching for Boston condo information the first person you should ask is a Boston real estate agent, and the last place you should check is Zillow. As of today, Zillow is the most widely used real estate website in the United States. It’s an awesome experience for users because the website and has […]

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11 tips when selling your Boston condo the first time

When you search Google to learn more about selling your Boston condo for the first time you will find some good and not so good information. This article is written for those of you who are feeling a bit daunted about listing your condominium for sale and want to find comfort in what to expect […]

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Watch this video till the end……You’ll be happy you did

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Housing Market: What happens in one hour”

As we adjust our clocks for Daylight Saving Time this weekend and “Spring Foward” lets look at what happens every hour in the housing market. In  U.S. every hour 614 single family homes and condos sell. 81 homes regain equity. Median home values increses by $1.51 Source: Corelogic. Back to Boston condos for sale homepage […]

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Boston real estate brokers get no respect

No really. Think about the professionals you know: doctors, lawyers, scientists, college professors, politicians… Create in your mind a hierarchy of professional people. Now, where do the realtors end up? Q) There is a Used Car Salesman, a Realtor and a Lawyer. And you have a gun with two bullets… Who should you shoot? (A) […]

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Students & Airbnb depleting Boston apartment inventory

Are your a professional looking for a Boston apartment? Good luck. Boston is facing an apartment inventory crisis. The two culprits; off-campus housing and short-term rentals. Boston is making an effort to fight these problems. First, last year the city approved permits for 5,400 more dorms, of which 3,219 have been completed. On the short […]

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Breaking up is hard to do…… with your broker

Here’s the problem, you’re working with a Boston real estate agent and it’s just not working out. Should you dump her?  Can you dump her?  How will she react?  If your like me, breaking up with someone is hard to do. But when its done, usually, you know it was the right move. So if your a […]

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How yo make big money buying small Boston condos

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Massachusetts home values increased 31% in 5 years

Massachusetts home prices increased in 31% in five years. CoreLogic recently released a special report entitled, Evaluating the Housing Market Since the Great Recession. The goal of the report was to look at economic recovery since the Great Recession of December 2007 through June 2009. One of the key indicators used in the report to […]

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Gisele & Tom Brady visit the construction site of their NYC condo (pictures)

Gisele Bundchen, 37, and husband Tom Brady’s Tribeca condo is a work in progress. Our 40-year-old Patriots quarterback had a hard hat in hand as he visited the building’s construction site with his wife on last Saturday afternoon. According to Page Six, of the New York Post, the couple nabbed their five bedroom pad back in 2016 […]

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Boston condo owners: Thinking about refinancing? Now’s the time!

I have a very simple and timely message for you today. As a friend and a Boston condo blogger, I want to let you know personally that this is likely the lowest we’ll see mortgage interest rates this year. The FED will continue to raise interest rates above their current levels. As mentioned in one […]

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How to make money in the Boston condo market 2018

I was told from one of my readers that the last few real estate blog posts were “too negative”, I plan to fix that today! Lets talk about something positive, that all readers will find interesting. Making money and saving money in the Boston condo market for 2018. In the most recent blog post at www.bostonluxurycondosforsale.com […]

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The state of the Boston condo market

The good news thus far is that the Boston condo market looks strong. But we have some ominous clouds in the horizon.  Take for example. overall homes sales nationally are down 3.8% this year. Interest rates went from 4.3% in January 2018 to 4.64% as of March 6, 2018, and that’s a rise in a […]

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Is a Boston condo sales slowdown around the corner?

I just had a conversion with a Coldwell Banker broker and he claims that our exuberant Boston condo market is most likely heading for a slowdown in 2018. I have to admit, the signs are out there: Interest rates are ticking up, with many forecasts predicting that we’ll be looking at four- to five-percent rates […]

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Cool Boston condos for sale under $500,000

 Cool Boston condos for sale priced under $500,000 Cool Boston condos priced from $300,000 – $400,000 Cool Boston condos priced from $400,000 – $500,000 Back to Boston condos for sale homepage Contact me to find out more about Boston condos for sale or to set up an appointment call/text 617-595-3712. Boston condos Boston condos for […]

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Will Zillow replace MLS? Its impact on the Boston condo market

Some highlights and thoughts of about Zillow and its impact on the Boston real estate market. More specifically is Zillow in a position to take out Boston real estate agents and dismantle the entire MLS system? * The Zillow platform attracts more eyeballs than any othe website in the business. * Consumers overwhelmingly believe that […]

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Generation Z the new Boston condo buyer

Move over, Millennials. There’s a new generation coming to buy up the Boston condo market.  There known as Generation Z and these condo buyers are poised to enter the Boston real estate market in 2018, in a strong way. Generation Z, also known as the “Net” or “Digital” generation, comprises those individuals born from 1996 to […]

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Finding off market Boston condos to buy

Many Boston condo buyers in this market are finding that the condominiums their agents are showing them are homes that everyone else is already looking at and competing for. As a Boston condo buyer, you want the right home, you want it now, and you don’t want compete for it. Right? Here are seven strategies […]

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Redfin versus ReMax

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Easy Boston condo improvements

A large majority of Boston condo buyers that I have worked with were typically drawn towards floor plans that had upgrades throughout the condominium. There are certain improvements that will will always attract buyers and make a difference when selling your condo.  However, it is important to make improvements that you will enjoy while living […]

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Robots are now real estate agents

The day of using a traditional Boston real estate agent may be coming to to an end. Replaced by a robot. The robot, nicknamed Rex is capable of answering 75 questions about a Boston condo. The concept was created by a team of entrepreneurs in the technology, finance and the real estate industry. Watch the […]

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Here comes the Boston condo spring market 2018

It’s been a challenging winter in the Boston real estate market. But signs abound that indicate a shift for the better. Take February, for instance—a good barometer for what to expect for the spring market. 84 Boston proper condos sold in February alone. But what’s really amazing 196 condominiums in downtown Boston went under agreement […]

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Does the Boston condo market need more immigrants?

Updated March 2018: Back to homepage Pet Friendly Boston condo for sale. Pet friendly luxury condo for sale at the Ritz Carlton with price reduction. Back Bay luxury pet friendly condominium with a recent price reduction. Boston South End Condos pet friendly fro sale under $1,000,000. Boston South End  price reduction for pet friendly property. Downtown […]

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5 costly mistakes Boston condo buyers make

5 Costly Mistakes Condo Buyers Make Having worked with numerous Boston condo buyers & sellers the past 25 years, I’ve seen these five common mistakes Boston condos buyers make. Sometimes they are costly and sometimes they result in the buyer missing their dream condo. Fortunately, all of them can be avoided. 1. Offering the wrong […]

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Pres. Trump impact on the Boston condo market

There is both positive and negative signs that Pres. Trump presidency could impact our Boston condo market in 2018 Lets start with the negative first. For starters, interest rates went up the day he won the election and continue to rise; rates are already a half point higher than they were pre-election. They are still low by […]

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You can trust your Realtor

A lot of people greet press releases published by the National Association of Realtors with a good dose of skepticism. Which they should! We’ve all seen their rosy forecasts, month after month. Often, it seems as though they have no grasp on reality. I mostly agree – their forecasts seem to be off, and they […]

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