Thursday 31 May 2018

Boston condos for sale: Downsizing to a Boston condo

Today the topic of discussion will be about downsizing especially how it applies to empty-nesters. The video below will discuss: downsizing, decluttering, mistakes to avoid, the emotions of leaving you large home for a Boston condo, the decisions, helping elderly family members, preparing to downsize, moving into a smaller Boston condo. EARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE […]

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As mortgage rates increase will Boston condo prices fall?

Mortgage interest rates have increased by more than half of a point since the beginning of the year. They are projected to increase by an additional half of a point by year’s end. Because of this increase in rates, some are guessing that Boston condo  prices will depreciate. However, some prominent experts in the housing […]

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Wednesday 30 May 2018

Looking for Boston condos to buy or rent. Check these listing out!

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FAQ when buying a Boston condo

Today’s real estate faq’s video is about making it easy for you to quickly learn what are the common Boston condo questions and the answers in information packed video. You’ll learn the answers to: 1. What is the first step of the Boston condo buying process? 2. How long does it take to buy a […]

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Boston condos buyers: 7 things Not to tell a Boston real estate agent

When buying a Boston condo it can pay for you to keep a little information to yourself. what I mean by that, telling a Boston real estate agent too much information can cause you to pay a higher price for a Boston condo by cutting into your power of negotiating. In today’s Boston condo blog […]

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Boston condos for sale: What is “Buying a listing”?

Boston condos for sale: What is “Buying a listing”? Have you ever heard the term in real estate “Buying a listing”? What does that mean?The answer in simple terms buying a listing means that a real estate agent, knowing that he or she is in competition with another agent, tells a seller that the price […]

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Tuesday 29 May 2018

Search Boston condos for sale and Boston Apartments for rent

SEARCH FOR CONDOS FOR SALE AND RENTALS Back Bay Beacon Hill Charlestown Charlestown Navy Yard Dorchester Dorchester Heights Fenway Jamaica Plain Leather District Midtown Seaport District South Boston South End Waterfront For more information please contact one of our on-call agents at 617-595-3712.

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The advantage of buying a Boston condo FHA approved

The advantage of buying a Boston condo that’s FHA approved is great. On this Boston condo blog post I’ll discuss and provide a YouTube video of the advantages of buying a Boston condo that’s FHA approved. First what is a FHA approved Boston condo?  FHA is an acronym for Federal Housing Administration and this section […]

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benefits of hiring a Boston condo buyers agent

Hiring a Boston condo buyers agent is a very wise move in this market. When considering buying a Boston condo you should always consider hiring a buyers agent. Let’s start off with the basics: What is a Boston condo buyers agent? A buyers agent is a licensed  real estate agent who is engaged by a […]

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3 tips on preparing your Boston condo for sale

If you’re thinking of placing your Boston condo for sale. Here are 3 tips you should follow: Find out what similar Boston condos sold for in the building or complex in the last 6 months. If there were no sales branch out the street or neighborhood you live in. Normally, a Boston real estate broker […]

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Monday 28 May 2018

Selling your single-family home in the burbs for a Boston condo

If you walked around Boston or Cambridge in the last few day’s you’ll notice it’s that time of year for many young college kids, graduation! How does that relate to the Boston condo market? For those newly empty nesters, it may mean that it is time to downsize. Many of the condo buyers I have […]

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Judge evicts 30 yr. old son from parents house

Judge evicts a 30 year old son from parents house. SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE & RENT Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Navy Yard sale and rent Dorchester Heights Boston condos for sale and rent Fenway Boston […]

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Boston condos for sale: 47 home inspection issues in 3 minutes

The You Tube below addresses 47 common Boston condo inspection issues in under 3 minutes. SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE & RENT Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Navy Yard sale and rent Dorchester Heights Boston condos for […]

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Boston condos for sale: Beginners guide on obtaining a mortgage

Today’s Boston condo blog post will be on the beginners guide on obtaining a mortgage. SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE & RENT Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Navy Yard sale and rent Dorchester Heights Boston condos for […]

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Veterans buying Boston condos: Using VA loan

Today being Memorial Day, I’d like today’s topic to be on the advantage for military members on using a VA loan when buying a Boston condo. If you served in the military and are looking to buy a Boston condo a VA loan can help it make it happen, What is a VA loan? A […]

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Should you buy a Boston condo for sale for your college kid

In today’s post I’ve posted a video regarding the question should you buy a Boston condo for your college kid. The video will discuss four key points: Compare costs of how much it would to pay rent for a Boston apartment or college dorm versus buying a Boston condo Is your child responsible to manage […]

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Sunday 27 May 2018

Millennial’s buying Boston condos

My impression of the millennial generation; they’re a well educated, tech-savvy and determined group. Lately, I’ve been finding that many twenty-somethings in this group have decided that what they want is to buy their first Boston condo. If you’re in this group, let this old-timer provide you with these five time-tested tips on how to buy […]

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How small are Boston studios?

How small are Boston studio apartments? Watch this video and find out. SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE & RENT Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Navy Yard sale and rent Dorchester Heights Boston condos for sale and rent […]

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Boston Real Estate: Memorial Day Tribute

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Boston condo market: Emerging technologies

The video below discusses tech trends for 2018 Boston condo market SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE & RENT Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Navy Yard sale and rent Dorchester Heights Boston condos for sale and rent Fenway […]

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Saturday 26 May 2018

Boston condos for sale: Are there any deals out there?

If you are in the market for a new Boston condominium and you heard that it is a sellers market based on inventory, you are probably thinking there are no deals out there. While it is true, it is harder to find deals in the market, they are out there. If you are a serious […]

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Boston condos for sale: How buyers should handle counter-offers

In today’ blog post I’ll be discussing how to negotiate a counter-offer if you’re a potential Boston condo buyer. First in the present Boston condo market a a good offer is between 88 – 98% of the original asking price. Anything below that may not be taken seriously by the seller. In many scenarios your […]

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Friday 25 May 2018

Millennials the next powerhouse of the Boston condo market

Here we go….the Millennial’s have arrived and ther buying Boston condos. As this funny video shows they may look look young but many are rich and are ready to buy Boston condos or any real estate for that matter: SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE & RENT Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon […]

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Boston condos for rent: A support animal……You gotta be kiddding me…..

This is one of the stories that’s hard to believe. Michel Golieb a licensed real estate broker at American Property Exchange emailed me this story that happened to him regarding one of his tenants: I actually had a tenant with an emotional support skunk. I didn’t know that it existed until I sent one of […]

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Boston condos for sale: Inventory is the problem

Drop in Inventory Fuels Sales Slowdown [INFOGRAPHIC]  Friday May 25th, 2018 SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE & RENT Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Navy Yard sale and rent Dorchester Heights Boston condos for sale and rent Fenway […]

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Thursday 24 May 2018

Why didn’t my Boston condo sell & what I can I do about it

If your Boston condo just came off the market because it didn’t sell, don’t be discouraged. Before placing your condo back on the market take a step back and review  your situation. As you are aware your Boston condo is a major financial investment and your relationship with your Boston real estate agent is crucial. […]

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Moving into a Boston condo or apartment

Moving out of your moms basement into Boston apartment or first Boston condo. Once you finally own your first Boston condo or moving into an apartment, One of the decisions you’ll have to make is whether to hire professional movers or rent a truck and move yourself. You may be short of cash after coming […]

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Boston condos for sale: The life of a Boston real estate agent

I love my job and I enjoy selling and listing Boston condos for sale. The video below shows both the positive and yes negative aspects of being a  Boston real estate agent. Presently, I’m looking to hire two Boston real estate agents for my office located at 137 Charles Street. If you have any interest […]

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Why buying a Boston multi-family home is great investment

The video below discusses why buying a Boston triple-decker/multi-family home is a great investment. SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE & RENT Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Navy Yard sale and rent Dorchester Heights Boston condos for sale […]

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Boston condos for sale: What is PMI?

As a new Boston condo buyer you might notice that on your first mortgage payment you’re have a line item payment called PMI. So what is PMI and how can you avoid it. SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE & RENT Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and […]

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Wednesday 23 May 2018

Boston apartments condos slated for Hyde Park

View the newwest projects under review for Hyde Park

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Boston condos for sale: 5 questions to ask before placing an Offer

Before you place an Offer on a Boston condo, here are three questions you may want to ask you’re broker of Seller: Why is the Boston condo owner selling the property? What is involved in the sale? Recently I heard of a buyer who purchased a Boston condo and was disappointed that one of the […]

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Boston condo buyers: How to read a HUD Statement

As a Boston condo buyer, when you’re at the closing you’ll notice that your lawyer will present to you a HUD Settlement.  What is a HUD Settlement Statement? Simple answer its a Boston condo closing document that will outline all the gross closing costs involved in a Boston condo sales transaction. The HUD Settlement Statement is […]

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Boston condos for sale: How low inventory impacts Boston condo prices

Boston condos for sale: How low inventory impacts Boston condo prices As we enter into the summer months, one thing remains the same from the spring market and that is low Boston condo inventory. As new listings come on the market, and they will, those searching for a new Boston condo to buy will want […]

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Tuesday 22 May 2018

Boston condos for sale: What buyers can expect on closing day

So you’ve selected a Boston condo, you have a signed Offer and a signed P&S. All your contingencies have been approved and now its closing day for your first Boston condo. What a buyer can expect on closing day: You will most likely meet at your lawyers or sellers office. Recently I’ve had closings at […]

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Boston condos for sale: Open house tips

Boston condos for sale: Open house tips – What Not to Leave Out at The Open House In today’s blog post I’m going to discuss how to protect your belongings before you or a Boston real estate broker conducts an open house. You should never leave these things out at an open house. 1. Prescriptions […]

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Difference between a Boston condo Vs Boston co-op

What’s tje difference between a Boston condo and a Boston co-op? Let’s start with what is a Boston condo. A Boston condo/condominium with this type of ownership you own the condo unit plus your proportionate share of the common areas in the building which would include such areas as; entrance lobby, hallways, roof an elevator […]

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Boston condos for sale and rent: The real estate Zillow scam

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Zillow Under NY Investigation

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Pricing a Boston condo for sale

Pricing a Boston condo for sale I am going to talk about one of the most widely misunderstood topics in the seller world. I am going to go ahead with you and demystify this concept known as Boston Value Range Pricing. This is when you see those Boston condos that are listed at $600,000 or […]

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Is it a good time to sell my Boston condominium?

Is it a good time to sell my Boston condominium? For those of you who might be thinking it’s a good time to sell your Boston condominium, you are right. Inventory levels are at historically low levels right now. Yes, the sellers are back in control over the market currently especially under the $500,000 Boston […]

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Monday 21 May 2018

Boston condos for sale: Sometimes you need to comprormise

Boston condos for sale: Sometimes you need to compromise: Boston condo buyers usually have a wish list for the condo type and neighborhood in which they want to live in—and a budget that may not allow for all the amenities on their wish list I learned long ago that part of my job as a Boston real estate […]

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Boston condos for sale: Seller’s don’t delay

Recently released data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) suggests that now is a great time to sell your Boston condo. The concept of ‘supply & demand’ reveals that the best price for an item is realized when the supply of that item is low and the demand for that item is high. Let’s see […]

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Boston condo sellers: I know its complicated

The other day a client asked how’s the Boston condo market looking, I said, “It’s complicated.” This, of course raised eyebrows, but ultimately lead my potential client into deeper conversation, and an honest one at that. Downtown Boston literally has 1,000’s of real estate agents/ members in our association, and only 553 active Boston condo […]

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Sunday 20 May 2018

Boston condos for rent: Boston Seaport luxury apartments

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Historic Beacon Hill Townhouse: T.V tour

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Not all Boston condos change in value equally

Not all Boston condos change in value equally Sitting down and discussing your Boston condo value with a professional is important before marketing our condo because the real estate industry is so local in nature and is subject to very different variables depending on your locale. There is a lot of variation from one Boston […]

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Saturday 19 May 2018

Boston condos for sale: Boston Accent Trailer – Funny Video

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Boston condos for sale: Learn about the condo association

Here are three questions you should ask the condo board before you buy a Boston condo: What percentage of the building condos are owner occupied and what percentage is tenant occupied? A lower owner occupancy may hurt your chances in obtaining a mortgage and also on resale. What covenants bylaws and restriction govern the property? […]

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Boston condos for sale: The importance of a condo association

Some Boston condo buyers don’t fully understand or appreciate the importance of having a Boston condo association. For all they know it is just another monthly payment that they are required to pay. However, what they don’t realize is that condo fees can add far more value to the building and the neighborhood. Not only […]

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Friday 18 May 2018

$99.00 Broker fees to sell your Boston condo. A race to the bottom

A brief history of why this is happening: NAR lost a class action lawsuit which resulted in the creation of the listing category “Entry Only”, which allows “For Sale by Owners” to place their properties on the Realtor owned Multiple Listing Service. That’s for every mls in the country. The flat rate “no representation” brokers […]

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Typical day for a real estate agent

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Is your first Boston condo within your grasp?

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Do you want me to be nice or do you want me sell your Boston condo

Yesterday I did a listing presentation, but I don’t think I will get the listing because I didn’t tell the Seller what they wanted to hear, in other-words I told them what I thought the Boston condo was worth, another broker priced it higher. One thing you will always get from me is my honest […]

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Thursday 17 May 2018

The Boston downtown luxury condo market

We’re in the midst of the Boston luxury condo Spring market, with properties going into contract and selling at a rapid pace. But not every Boston luxury condo lands a buyer immediately. In fact, there are 29 single-family homes and 154 condos that have been on the market in downtown Boston for more than a […]

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Is it legal to run a business /office from your Boston condo?

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Selling your Boston condo for top dollar

  Every Boston condo owner wants to sell their home for the highest possible price, but in the process of selling their condo they focus on things that don’t actually affect the sale of their home. I’m here today to speak about 3 very primary factors when selling your Boston condo. Presentation: You need to market […]

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Boston condo sellers: Marketing matters

So you’ve decided that you are ready to sell your condominium. The next step is deciding what Boston real estate agent you should use to help you sell it. One thing I see happen over and over again are the seller’s using the same agent that helped them buy the unit originally. Is this a […]

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Boston condos owners: Boston delays vote on new Airbnb regulations

The Boston City Council was to set to viate yesterday, butdelayed the vote for a week and scheduled a public hearing for Monday. SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Navy Yard sale and […]

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Wednesday 16 May 2018

Four tips on listing a Boston condo for sale

In today’s Boston condo blog post I’m going to discuss four major tips on listing a Boston condo: Tp number one know your market this is most critical point of all. Knowing who is the ideal buyer for your Boston condo. Depending on your property and who your market is essential on how its marketed. […]

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More renters want to buy a Boston condo

Every year, the New York Federal Reserve publishes the results of their Survey of Consumer Expectations (SCE). Each survey covers a wide range of topics including inflation, labor market, household finance, credit access and housing. One of the many questions asked in the housing section of the survey was: Assuming you had the financial resources to do so, would […]

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Beware Boston condo owners: New Airbnb regulations

BOSTON – City councilors in Boston will vote Wednesday on new regulations for Airbnb. The plan would charge homeowners who want to rent out a room and restricts who is allowed to put up a property for rent. It’s been a back-and-forth between the city of Boston and the City Council trying to figure out the […]

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Boston condos for sale: Marketing on Google

Video marketing and high-quality photography are two key elements in marketing your Boston condo. The third element is finding your property for sale on Google. The majority of people not only begin their Boston condo search online, but continue their search when deciding which condo they want to physically visit. When someone decides the neighborhood […]

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Tuesday 15 May 2018

Why Boston condos are better for small investors

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which is a better investment buying a Boston condo or single-family home?

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Boston condos: Limitations of Zilllow

In today’s blog post I’m going to talk about the limitations of the online home search site Zillow. The following reasons are why you are better off hiring a Boston real estate agent than using a computer for your real estate needs: Only utilizes past information: Zillow often uses outdated data to provide estimations of Boston […]

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Boston condos for sale: Selecting a real estate agent

Boston condos for sale selecting a Boston reale state agent. Here are a few tips: 1) How long have they been in the business? Take into consideration how long the agent has been involved in San Diego real estate, and what roles they’ve had. Multiple roles may help the process go a little smoother. Also […]

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Boston condos for sale: Real estate terms

1) Appraisal The evaluation of a property to determine its price based on previous sales of similar properties. 2) Closing Costs Expenses incurred in the purchase and sale of property that are paid at the time of closing including: title insurance, attorney fees, appraisal fees, recording fees and taxes. 3) Code of Ethics A standard […]

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Boston condos for sale: How staging is important

In today’s Boston real estate blog post I’m going to talk about Boston condo staging and why it is so critical to the Boston condo selling process. There are a numerous steps to staging, which is why we have a professional staging consultant on every one of our listings. Staging is the root of all marketing. It’s […]

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Monday 14 May 2018

Boston condo agent and ‘Dual Agency’

Using the same agent. “Dual Agency” One debate I often hear is whether a Boston real estate agent should represent both sides of a transaction. The question lies on whom you represent. I have been in real estate for 20 plus years and have done numerous transactions where I represented both sides. I have guidelines that I […]

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Marketing a Boston Beacon Hill condo for sale

If you have read my Boston Real Estate Blog for any length of time you know that I think it is inexcusable for a Boston real estate agent to list a condo without using professional photos, This is one very simple thing an agent can do to make a very big difference. I would say […]

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‘Man Up’ Own a Boston condo

The famous quote by Walt Whitman, “A man is not a whole and complete man, unless he owns a house and the ground it stands on,” can be used to describe homeownership in America today. The Census revealed that the percentage of homeowners in America has been steadily climbing back up since hitting a 50-year low in 2016. […]

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Sunday 13 May 2018

Thinking of buying a Boston condo?

Boston Condo living isn’t for everyone, but you’ll find that there’s a lot of people very satisfied with their condominium lifestyle in the Boston area. Today I’d like to highlight a few things about a condo lifestyle and whether it’s for you compared to living in a detached single family home. First, it’s not maintenance–free, […]

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Saturday 12 May 2018

Renovating your Boston condo for sale

Renovating your Boston condo for sale: If you’re renovating your Boston to put on the sale market, there are certain areas that will earn a better return on investment compared to others. Whether you’re selling this year or not, here are some critical Boston condo home improvement tips. If you’re painting your home, go with a soft […]

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Hard time finding a Boston condo for sale under $500,000

Boston condos inventory in our market right now is very tight, especially for Boston condos on the low end of the market ($500,000 and below). There are not many Boston condos for sale and by the time you find a home you like, there are probably a lot of other buyers interested in it already. […]

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Buying a two-family to convert to Boston condos

Many Boston real estate buyers who start out looking for a condo in the Boston area often end up deciding that they’ll join forces with their friends or family members to purchase a two-family. This can be a good decision, but it’s important to be aware of the key factors to consider when deciding whether […]

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Friday 11 May 2018

9 first-time buyer mistakes: Boston condos

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Boston condo buyers: A word about the down payment

Boston condo buyers, today we’re going to discuss the topic of a down payment for a Boston condo. So why do you need a down payment? One reason Boston lenders require a down payment is that they want to be certain that the borrower is financially invested in the condo. In a lender’s mind, the larger the […]

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Boston condos: The final walk-through

Your final walk-through when buying a Boston condo isn’t a home inspection, you will have (or should have) already done that. The purpose of the final walk-through is to make sure no damge has been done to the condominium since the last time you were there, This is usally done the day before the closing […]

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Boston condo market: Is Redfin sinking?

Did you know that Redfin has lost money every year since its roll out? How much longer can they lose money? To be honest I don’t know the answer. But one thing is clear, the recent announcement of “1% listing Fee” is truly a sign of the company is sinking. The reality is that Redfin […]

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Thursday 10 May 2018

Keller Williams real esate agent: Fired for Facebook post

South Dakota Republican State Rep. Lynne Hix-DiSanto, who also worked as a licensed real estate agent, has been fired from Keller Williams Realty Black Hills over a Facebook post of a meme that depicted protestors being hit by a car.   ack to homepage Boston condos Boston condos for sale SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE […]

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The outlook on the Boston condo market

Here’s the real crux of the Boston condo market situation: Limited Boston condo inventory Rising mortgage rates Affordability issues Let’s concentrate on #3. This is truly the Great Divide of the haves and have nots. For example only 17% of home buyers can afford half of the homes on the market right now. That means […]

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A conversation about Beacon Hill condos

A conversation about Beacon Hill condos: Yesterday morning I was at a Beacon Hill coffee shop reviewing new Boston condo listings on may laptop. I noticed that the lady next to me was looking at my laptop watching what I was doing. After not too long, she asked me if I was a Beacon Hill […]

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Wednesday 9 May 2018

Watch Boston’s pitch to Amazon

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Tips on buying Boston condo insurance

When you’re buying a Boston condo, there’s a lot going on. One of the key items is nailing down your insurance policy and provider. So it’s important to know what you’ll be looking for in terms of coverage level and annual cost. Here are the main items for comparison that should be standard in your […]

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Tuesday 8 May 2018

How to win in the Boston condo market

I’ve talked before about how the Boston condo market moves lightning-quick. It’s an extremely competitive market, and it shows no sign of slowing down. Properly priced condos put on the market are snatched up sometimes even the same day. With so much traffic, many San Francisco home buyers are worried that their offer will get […]

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Monday 7 May 2018

Sell your Boston condo in 45 days

Today I’ll break down how to achieve selling your Boston condo within 45 days. Have you ever listed your Boston condo and found yourself wondering why hasn’t my condo gone under agreement, even if you received some offers? Most people would say yes. Subconsciously we understand that all the traditional Boston condo selling models gives […]

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Back Bay condos versus Fenway condos

The charming, Back Bay-esque neighborhood of Fenway doesn’t often have much inventory. It’s a geographically small area, with low turnover and Boston condo owners who love where they live. Presently Fenway hsd 18 condominiums for sale with prices ranging from $335,000 – $4,704,000. Compared to its closes neighborhood Back Bay that has 92 condos for […]

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What if I waited til next year to buy a Boston condo?

I  recently shared that national home prices have increased by 6.7% year-over-year. Over that same time period, interest rates have remained historically low which has allowed many buyers to enter the market. As a Boston seller, you will likely be most concerned about ‘short-term price’ – where home values are headed over the next six months. As a buyer, […]

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Sunday 6 May 2018

Are you ready to buy a Boston condo?

Are you ready to buy a Boston condo? Am I ready to buy a Boston condo is a question I get asked frequently. Although there are a number of factors to look at in the market, the best time to buy is usually when you are ready. Let’s define ‘ready to buy’. By ready, I […]

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Boston condo buyers: Cavet Emptor

Boston condo buyers should be aware of the term ‘Caveat Emptor’ – Latin for ‘buyer beware’. It is up to the buyer to do the necessary inspections and uncover any defects. A Boston condo Seller can’t intentionally cover up a defect, that can be hard to prove. Here are a few tips to help you […]

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Saturday 5 May 2018

Boston Condos: When Airbnb goes wrong

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Boston condo bubble or people bubble?

Boston real estate boom from CNBC. Back to homepage Boston condos Boston condos for sale SEARCH BOSTON CONDOS FOR SALE Boston Back Bay condos for sale and rent Beacon Hill Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Boston condos for sale and rent Charlestown Navy Yard sale and rent Dorchester Heights Boston condos for sale and […]

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Friday 4 May 2018

50% of Massachusetts homes were under agreement in 30 days

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