Wedding Crowdfunding for a down-payment on a Beacon Hill condo

Wedding Crowdfunding? Yes, wedding crowdfunding for a down payment amount for a Beacon Hill condo is a real thing. Times can be tough. How is a young couple to save for the down payment on their first downtown Boston condo? Well, if a wedding is in the works, crowdfunding could be an option. What is […]

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Charles River Park Condos: Sales Date Janaury 2019

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Boston Apartments: How much rent can you afford?

Boston Apartments: How much rent can you afford? Committing to a Boston Beacon Hill apartment rental lease that is too expensive is one of the fastest ways to fall into debt. Follow these tips to help you stick to a reasonable budget.   Do the math Most landlords in Back Bay, Midtown or the Seaport District require your gross annual […]

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Boston Condo Owners: How to acclimate your pet to your new home

New Boston Condo There’s nothing quite like the experience of bringing a dog to your new Boston condo for the first time, watching him race around while he takes in all the scents in his new surroundings. Like people, dogs need some time to acclimate to a new home. And, like humans, they need to […]

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Charles River Park Studio for Sale

Charles River Park Studio for Sale West End/CRP Near MGH! SPECTACULAR RIVER VIEWS from spacious sunny, West-facing Studio. Enjoy the private balcony with desirable Charles River and skyline views. Renovated kitchen, new stainless steel fridge, stove & microwave. Dressing area & huge closets. Whittier Place Condominium offers on-site management, maintenance & 24 hour concierge. Well […]

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Charles River Park Condo Under $500,000

Charles River Park Condo Under $500,000 This sunny oversized studio on the 14th floor in Hawthorne Place Condominiums is updated and has fabulous views from this ideal high floor unit. The enclosed balcony area is an ideal sleeping alcove that can fit a queen sized bed and dresser/ desk. Close to MGH, MEEI, Beacon Hill, […]

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The shifting of the Boston condo market

3 Things You Need in a Shifting Boston Condo Market If you are thinking of selling or buying a Boston condo for sale, today’s real estate headlines can be confusing – perhaps even concerning. What is actually happening with mortgage rates? Are Boston downtown condo values dropping or are they just rising at a slower pace? What […]

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The importance of Boston condo ownership in 2019

The importance of Boston condo ownership in 2019 For centuries, people in Boston have seen home-ownership as part of the American Dream. Whether they were born here or immigrated from another state or country, they wanted to own a piece of American dream. With so many prominent societal changes over the last few decades, it […]

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Boston condos for sale: 7 items to consider before buying

Buying a Boston condo for sale is a unique proposition in and of itself.  It is very different than buying a home and there are different items you should be aware of. Consider these seven things before you start searching for your first Boston condo for sale. Neighborhood Choosing a Boston downtown neighborhood for your condo comes with […]

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Do Boston condos qualify for FHA loans?

              Loans made through the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) program were subject to political wrangling and news media, particularly as they apply to attached properties such as condominium units, lofts, and homes that have been converted into multifamily dwellings. In 2018, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) lobbied Congress […]

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Boston condos for sale by Owner

To use a Boston broker or not? The ultimate question is whether it is worth paying the average 5% commission when deciding to put your Boston condo up for sale.  Many years ago II sold my own home in the past (before I was a broker) and I had the exact same question so I […]

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Boston condos for sale: When can you back out of a deal?

When can you cancel a Boston condo for sale contract? So the question is, “When can I cancel my contract to buy a Boston condo for sale after I already signed it?” A quick answer is that there are scenarios where you can as a Boston Beacon Hill condo buyer back out of a signed deal. […]

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Charles River Park Condos for Rent 2019

Charles River Park Condos for Rent 2019 Tucked away by the pristine Charles River, residents of Charles River Park can walk out of their condo rental home and enjoy the close proximity to Beacon Hill, the North End, and the Financial District. Charles River Park condos for rent are luxury full service mid-rise and high-rise condominiums at more affordable price points than its bordering […]

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Professional Staging for Charles River Park Condo for Sale

Spring buying season will be here soon and Charles River Park condo sellers will need to make some big decisions. Picking a Boston downtown condo real estate agent is first. After that, it would be a good idea to start thinking about who will help you stage and photograph your Boston West End condo How […]

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Boston Beacon Hill Apartments 1 beds 2019

Boston Beacon Hill apartments 1 beds for rent 2019 View Boston Beacon Hill apartments for rent. Our Beacon Hill condo rentals are updated in real time.  

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Beacon Hill Apartment Rental Market 2019

Boston Beacon Hill Apartment Rental Market 2019 View Boston Beacon Hill condos for rent. Our Beacon Hill apartment rentals are updated in real time.

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Boston Charles River Park Condo Stats 2019

Boston Charles River Park condo sales stats 2019 View Charles River Park Condos for sale View Charles River Park condos. Our listings are updated in real time

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Boston Midtown condos sales prices 2019

Boston Midtown condo sales prices 2019

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Boston Downtown Condo Sales Stats: January 2019

Boston Downtown condo sales stats: January 2019  View Boston downtown condos for sale. Our Boston condos for sale are updated in real time.

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Boston Beacon Hill Condo Sale Stats: January 2019

Boston Beacon Hill condo sales stats: January 2019 View Boston Beacon Hill condos for sale. Our listings are updated in real time.

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Boston Seaport Condo Stats: January 2019

Beacon Seaport Condo Stats: January 2019 Boston Seaport District condos for sale View the most updated Boston Seaport condos for sale. Our site is updated in real time. Boston Seaport Condos for Sale $1,000,000 – $1,500,000

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The difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval

Boston condos for sale The importance of a pre-approval Working as a downtown Boston condo buyer’s agent, 8 out of 10 times I receive inquiries from buyer clients who want to see Boston Midtown condos without already having a mortgage pre-approval. A pre-approval letter should be the first step in your home search. Searching for downtown Boston condos prior […]

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Boston South End Condo Sales Stats Winter 2019

Boston South End Condo Sales Stats Winter 2019 Boston Downtown/Midtown condos for sale Boston Beacon Hill condos for sale Charlestown Boston high rise condos for sale Charlestown Navy Yard high rise Boston condos for sale Fenway Boston luxury high rise  condos for sale Financial District luxury high rise condos for sale Highrise Boston luxury condos […]

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An Inspirational Football Story: Boston condo buyer don’t give up

As we head into Super Bowl Sunday, one of the hypes before the game will involve the commercials that will make their debut before Sunday’s large TV audience. Aficionados of TV ads appreciate the creativity that these commercial spots represent. They obviously lose their appeal after the one thousandth time (un-like the Patriots winning) but still […]

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Beacon Hill Condo Rental Market Winter 2019

Beacon Hill condo rental market Winter 2019 Boston Apartment Rentals Back Bay | Beacon Hill | Charlestown | Navy Yard | Dorchester | Fenway | Jamaica Plain | Leather District |  Midtown | Seaport District | South Boston | South End | Waterfront | North End | West End Beacon Hill News from The Beacon Hill Times: As we head into the heart of winter, many Bostonians tend to […]

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Back Bay condo rental stats

Boston Back Bay condo rentals stats Boston apartments for rent 2019 Rentals Back Bay | Beacon Hill | Charlestown | Navy Yard | Dorchester | Fenway | Jamaica Plain | Leather District |  Midtown | Seaport District | South Boston | South End | Waterfront | North End | West End

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Is your Boston condo buyer’s agent doing a good job?

Is your Boston condo for sale being marketed correctly? I have met and experienced many many downtown Boston condo agents. Some agents and are hardworking and efficient. For those good agents I have come across, I have nothing but respect and admiration as a fellow professional in the industry. Some others… well not so much.  […]

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Boston condos for sale: Spring seasons will start soon

Boston condos for sale: Spring seasons will start soon Here is (in summary form) everything you need to know about the downtown Boston condo market in 2019.  Spring is the best time of the year to sell, best time to buy! The real estate season is a bit like Christmas – it seems to start a […]

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Avoid pitfalls and delays when buying a Beacon Hill condo

Avoid pitfalls and delays when buying a Beacon Hill condo Beacon Hill condo buying involves a lot of due diligence. Greater Boston Real Estate  forms lay out all the events and dates involved throughout the transaction and explain rights and responsibilities of each party involved in the transaction.  There are lots of deadlines to review […]

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Boston condos for sale: Will we see bidding wars in 2019?

We have enjoyed our historically lowest mortgage rates for some time and after seeing a small spike in the interest rate, now we’re seeing fluctuations in both directions. I became curious as to why? Whether its temporary spikes from some optimism in certain economic sectors or  downturns due to the government shut down? Although no […]

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Reason why your Charles River Park condo isn’t selling

1. Bad pictures. When NAR (Nation Association of Realtors) surveyed home buyers nationally to find out what was the most important element in their home search, the response was overwhelming. Home buyers picked photos as the most useful element in their home search process (NAR 2018 Home Buyers and Sellers Report), over price, description, and […]

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Is your Beacon Hill condo selling?

How many showings should your Boston Beacon Hill home be getting once it goes on the market? As a Beacon Hill real estate agent, I’ve learned that every seller has their own expectation – some are fine with one potential buyer looking around every week are so, some are calling in indignation if their Beacon […]

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Buying a Boston condo in 2019 with electronic signatures

Buying a Boston condo in 2019 Welcome to Downtown Boston, and to the 21st century of real estate, where you can take a virtual tour of a home via drone, use a smartphone app to check out prices of neighboring homes on-the-spot, and, as you head into the buying process, a series of electronic signatures […]

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Boston condos for sale: Home office adds value

Boston condos for sale: Home office adds value What’s the biggest home-buying trend in Boston Beacon Hill this year? The home office! With more and more people working from home — especially in this tech-focused city like downtown Boston — a home office of some kind is essential for many home buyers. If you’re selling […]

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Boston Midtown Condo Sales Stats Winter 2019

Boston Midtown Condo Sales Stats Winter 2019

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Boston condos for sale: Stress free steps to owning a condo

Boston condos for sale: Stress free steps to owning a Boston condo Buying a Boston condo for sale is a major event in anyone’s life, whether it’s the starter home for a new couple, a second home or a condo to retire in. So it should be fun and exciting the whole way, right? If […]

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Here’s how interest rate hike can impact Boston condos for sale

How interest rate hike can impact Boston condos for sale Hikes in mortgage interest rates could mean less home for the same mortgage payment for Boston downtown condo buyers. Interest rates in the U.S. continue to rise. And if mortgage interest rates climb to 5 percent, as some forecasters expect, the price of a Boston condo […]

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Boston condos for sale: What credit score do you need to buy a condo?

Boston condos for sale: What credit score do you need to buy a condo? When you first start looking into financing a Boston condo for sale, you’ll quickly learn your credit score makes a huge difference. This three-digit number is essentially a calculation of how likely you are to repay a loan. Even if you’ve […]

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Boston Waterfront condo sales stats last 30 days

Boston Waterfront condo sales stats last 30 days View Boston Seaport condos for sale Boston Seaport Condos Boston condos for sale Beacon Hill condos for sale Charles River Park condos for sale Boston Midtown condos Boston Downtown condos Boston high rise condos Boston Seaport Condos

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Boston Midtown condo stats last 30 days

Boston Midtown condo sales stats last 30 days View Boston Seaport condos for sale Boston Seaport Condos Boston condos for sale Beacon Hill condos for sale Charles River Park condos for sale Boston Midtown condos Boston Downtown condos Boston high rise condos Boston Seaport Condos

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Should you buy a Boston condo for sale together?

Should you buy a Boston condo for sale together?   Although it’s been legal for same-sex couples to marry in Portland — and all over Oregon — since 2014, more of those unions are actually happening now that the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled it legal throughout the country. So now that everyone’s tying the […]

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Boston Seaport Condo Stats: 2019

Boston Seaport Condo Stats: 2019 View Boston Seaport condo stats Winter 2019 View Boston Seaport condos for sale Boston Seaport Condos Boston condos for sale Beacon Hill condos for sale Charles River Park condos for sale Boston Midtown condos Boston Downtown condos Boston high rise condos Boston Seaport Condos

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Boston Back Bay condo for sale stats 2019

Boston Back Bay condo for sale stats 2019 Boston Downtown/Midtown condos for sale Boston Beacon Hill condos for sale Charlestown Boston high rise condos for sale Charlestown Navy Yard high rise Boston condos for sale Fenway Boston luxury high rise  condos for sale Financial District luxury high rise condos for sale Highrise Boston luxury condos […]

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Beacon Hill condo market 2019

Boston Downtown/Midtown condos for sale Boston Beacon Hill condos for sale Charlestown Boston high rise condos for sale Charlestown Navy Yard high rise Boston condos for sale Fenway Boston luxury high rise  condos for sale Financial District luxury high rise condos for sale Highrise Boston luxury condos for sale Midtown/Downtown luxury high rise condos for […]

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Boston condos for sale: Tough road ahead for 2019

Boston condos for sale: Tough road ahead for 2019 Rising mortgage rates and Boston condo for sale prices will make it more difficult to buy or sell a home next year, according to realtor.com®’s  2019 housing forecast. The 2019 Boston condo for sale market will see modest inventory gains, but with mortgage rates expected to hit […]

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Is it more affordable to buy or rent in Boston?

Is it more affordable to buy or rent in Boston? Home prices outpacing wages in 80 percent of the U.S. housing  markets, according to new report. Property database curator ATTOM Data Solutions released its 2019 Rental Affordability Report, which shows that renting a three-bedroom property is more affordable than buying a median-priced home in 442 of 755 […]

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Renting More Affordable Than Buying in Majority of U.S. Housing Markets Home prices outpacing wages in 80 percent of the U.S. housing markets, according to new report. Property database curator ATTOM Data Solutions released its 2019 Rental Affordability Report, which shows that renting a three-bedroom property is more affordable than buying a median-priced home in 442 of 755 U.S. counties analyzed for the report — 59 percent. The analysis incorporated recently released fair market rent data for 2019 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, wage data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics along with public record sales deed data from ATTOM Data Solutions in 755 U.S. counties with sufficient home sales data (see full methodology below). “With rental affordability outpacing home affordability in the majority of U.S. housing markets, and home prices rising faster than rental rates, the American dream of owning a home, may be just that — a dream, “said Jennifer von Pohlmann, director of content and PR at ATTOM Data Solutions. “With home price appreciation increasing annually at an average of 6.7 percent in those counties analyzed for this report and rental rates increasing an average of 3.5 percent, coupled with the fact that home prices are outpacing wages in 80 percent of the counties, renting a home is clearly becoming the more attractive option in this volatile housing market.” Renting more affordable than buying in nation’s most populated counties Renting is more affordable than buying a home in the nation’s 18 most populated counties and in 37 of 40 counties with a population of 1 million or more (93 percent) — including Los Angeles County, California; Cook County (Chicago), Illinois; Harris County (Houston), Texas; Maricopa County (Phoenix), Arizona; and San Diego County, California. Other markets with a population of more than 1 million where it is more affordable to rent than to buy a home included counties in Miami, New York City, Seattle, Las Vegas, San Jose, San Francisco and Boston

Renting More Affordable Than Buying in Majority of U.S. Housing Markets Home prices outpacing wages in 80 percent of the U.S. housing  markets, according to new report. Property database curator ATTOM Data Solutions released its 2019 Rental Affordability Report, which shows that renting a three-bedroom property is more affordable than buying a median-priced home in 442 of […]

The post Renting More Affordable Than Buying in Majority of U.S. Housing Markets Home prices outpacing wages in 80 percent of the U.S. housing markets, according to new report. Property database curator ATTOM Data Solutions released its 2019 Rental Affordability Report, which shows that renting a three-bedroom property is more affordable than buying a median-priced home in 442 of 755 U.S. counties analyzed for the report — 59 percent. The analysis incorporated recently released fair market rent data for 2019 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, wage data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics along with public record sales deed data from ATTOM Data Solutions in 755 U.S. counties with sufficient home sales data (see full methodology below). “With rental affordability outpacing home affordability in the majority of U.S. housing markets, and home prices rising faster than rental rates, the American dream of owning a home, may be just that — a dream, “said Jennifer von Pohlmann, director of content and PR at ATTOM Data Solutions. “With home price appreciation increasing annually at an average of 6.7 percent in those counties analyzed for this report and rental rates increasing an average of 3.5 percent, coupled with the fact that home prices are outpacing wages in 80 percent of the counties, renting a home is clearly becoming the more attractive option in this volatile housing market.” Renting more affordable than buying in nation’s most populated counties Renting is more affordable than buying a home in the nation’s 18 most populated counties and in 37 of 40 counties with a population of 1 million or more (93 percent) — including Los Angeles County, California; Cook County (Chicago), Illinois; Harris County (Houston), Texas; Maricopa County (Phoenix), Arizona; and San Diego County, California. Other markets with a population of more than 1 million where it is more affordable to rent than to buy a home included counties in Miami, New York City, Seattle, Las Vegas, San Jose, San Francisco and Boston appeared first on Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty.

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Are we heading towards a Boston condo slowdown?

Are we heading towards a Boston condo slowdown? Single-family housing authorizations decreased for the second-consecutive month in December, according to BuildFax’s Housing Health Report. From November to December 2018, BuildFax noted a 0.95% decrease in single-family housing authorizations, and year-over-year, there was a 3.76% decrease. This is notable because single-family housing authorizations are highly predictive of recessions, said Holly […]

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Easy steps to improve your credit score

Easy steps to improve your credit score If you plan on shopping for a Boston condo for sale in the next year or two, you may be wondering what you can do now to be as ready as possible.Unless you’re buying the home outright, you’ll need to take out a home loan. What kind of […]

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Boston condos for sale: Shopping for a mortgage

Boston condos for sale: Shopping for a mortgage Searching for a Boston condos for sale? Then you’re probably shopping for a Boston condo loan, too. Keeping in mind that this is a Boston real estate blog, not a mortgage blog, we have some general advice. That is, shop around, never underestimate the importance of good […]

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Can MLS and Boston real estate brokers survive in 10 years?

Can MLS and Boston real estate brokers survive in 10 years? I stumbled across a WSJ article that financial transactions, including Real Estate, are evolving towards.  As one considers the moves in Software through other industries it is important to look at the current Boston condo for sale model and how it has yet to […]

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Boston Seaport District condo update

Winter 2019. Boston Seaport Condos continue to be in great demand.  For high rise condo buildings that are newer, most all of them are hitting new all-time highs. Seaport condo buildings built prior to 2017 are hitting new highs,  Continued, historically low interest rates, an ongoing lack of new Boston condos for sale supply and an improving labor market […]

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Boston condo renovation story

Today I wanted to share a story about a client who had questions for us about the best way to make upgrades to their property. More specifically, they wanted to know what would give them the biggest bang for their buck. A couple of months ago, some sellers who lived in the middle of Virginia […]

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The importance of owning a Boston condo

The importance of owning a Boston condo For centuries, people in this country have seen homeownership as part of the American Dream. Whether they were born here or immigrated from another country, they wanted to own a piece of America. With so many prominent societal changes over the last few decades, it is fair to […]

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Are Boston condo agents getting nervous about Artificial Intelligence {Video}

Are Boston condo agents getting nervous about Artificial Intelligence {Video}  Boston condos for sale Beacon Hill condos for sale Charles River Park condos for sale Boston Midtown condos Boston Downtown condos Boston high rise condos Boston Seaport Condos

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How this one word you can save thousands of dollars on a Boston condo

When I started my journey as a Boston condo real estate broker, I kept making the same huge mistake over and over again. And you know what, you’re probably making it too. The sad part about it is the mistake isn’t obvious. And it’s making your life as a Boston condo for sale buyer (or […]

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First know the lingo before searching Boston condos for sale

First know the lingo before searching Boston condos for sale If you’re a first-time Boston condo buyer, my first recommendation would be first learn the language of the Boston condo market. The following are some terms you should be familiar with: Boston condo terms AGENCY – (1) A business or service that is authorized to act […]

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Boston condos for sale: 4 items to do before listing your property

Here are some tips you should do before placing your Boston condo for sale. Most of these tips you can do on your own and will increase the value without major construction. Granted, a large-scale remodeling project will certainly raise the value of your Boston condo for sale, and buyers will definitely be lured to […]

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Buying a Boston condo: You should watch this video

Buying a Boston condo: You should watch this video This video shows 6 common mistakes first-time Boston condo buyers can make that can cost you financially and emotionally. Worth your 3 minutes to watch. ]

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Things to know before you buy a Boston condo

The Boston condos for sale market has been growing in popularity over the years, both locally and nationally. And buying a condominium as your next home may be a great opportunity for you. But it truly is “different” from owning a traditional single family home, and you need to know ahead of time what you […]

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Boston condo for sale APP: Help in a real estate transactions

Your smartphone is not just for web browsing and email anymore. In today’s hot real estate market, you can’t afford not to put the computer in your pocket to work for you! Whether you’re searching for a real estate agent, beginning your home buying or selling process, or finally ready to close the deal, here […]

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First Time Boston condo buyer information

First Time Boston condo buyer information The following information was provided by Boston.gov: You can find tools to assist you in your first home buying experience on this page. My Mass Mortgage is a guide for potential homeowners and first-time homebuyers interested in homeownership. The website provides in-depth information on mortgage products, education courses and counseling […]

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A look at the Boston condo for sale market

    Boston Condo Statistics for January 2019 Total Listings: 816 Average Price: $1,429,877 Highest Listing Price: $45,000,000 Lowest Listing Price: $85,000  

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Facts about Escrow for Boston condos for sale

True or false? The earnest money and escrow process is easy to understand and makes total sense. False! If this topic always given you a case of the yawns or left you scratching your head in bewilderment, you’re not alone. Even real estate experts at the Massachusetts Association of Realtors admit that the concept of offering up […]

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How to make a Boston Beacon Hill condo Offer a winning bid

Boston Beacon Hill condo bidding wars The Boston condo for sale housing market for 2018 have been brutal for first time Boston condos buyers.  Bidding wars have taken place in lower priced reasonably priced homes and there are some horror stories about 10 plus offers and losing out on every home bidding.  For those who […]

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Boston condos: the difference between a Home Appraiser and Home Inspector

Buying a Boston condo for sale? You may already have a lender and a real estate agent in mind, but do you also have a home appraiser and inspector in mind? Why does a Boston condo for sale need both, anyway? The key difference between a home appraiser and a home inspector is that they […]

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Tips about mortgages for Boston condos for sale

Good news for Boston condo buyers: despite the recent and much-anticipated federal interest rate hike, actual mortgage interest rates have barely budged. That’s good news for buyers, who can expect to ride this low interest rate train for a while to come, til rates up sometime in 2019. Just because rates are low doesn’t mean […]

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What Boston condo first time buyers need to know

The Boston condo for sale market has been increasingly difficult for first-time home buyers.  We already know how competitive the market is for finding Boston condos for sale under $500,000, and the weather has not chilled the market enough to make it any easier for first-time home buyers to purchase in Boston.  Stories about home […]

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Buying and selling a Boston condo at the same time

Buying and selling a Boston condo at the same time There are different studies showing that an average homeowner stays in a home between 7 and 13 years. Whatever the case is, for most people different homes in different locations are needed at different stages of their lives. Majority of people seem to switch homes […]

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The importance of downtown real estate broker

The Difference Having a Professional on Your Side Makes In today’s fast-paced world, where answers are a Google search away, there are some who may wonder what the benefits of hiring a real estate professional to help them in their home search are. The truth is, with the addition of more information, comes more confusion.   Shows […]

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The true costs of owning a Boston condo

Ready to take advantage of Boston condo for sale market and invest in a home? Now’s a great time to start thinking about the costs of home ownership — whether you’re paying in cash or taking out a mortgage. While your mortgage lender can help you figure out what kind of monthly payment you can […]

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Top reasons to buy a Boston Beacon Hill condo

1. The Boston Common If we had to sum up Boston Beacon Hill condo outdoor recreation opportunities, it would be “Boston Common.” Locals enjoy walking their pets, enjoying various protests and local concerts. Beacon Hill close to other public parks and greenways  which make it easy to relax along the Charles River. 2. A Place […]

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Boston condos for sale: Escrow process

Congratulations! You found the home you want to buy, or you found a buyer for the home you’re selling, the offer was accepted, and now the home is in escrow. What is escrow? Escrow is a period of time set by your lender so that certain conditions can be met for the purchase of a […]

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Buying a Boston condo for sale: For a rental investment

Buying a Boston condo for sale: For rental investment Buying a Boston condos for sale for rental purposes is a good investment to prepare for one’s retirement.  The idea is to pay off the mortgage one day and enjoy the monthly rental income when you are no longer working in your retirement.  Downtown Boston real […]

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Boston condos for sale and your rights with a home inspection

If you are a Boston Beacon Hill condo buyer, missing the inspection deadline will bring a severe consequence including not receiving any repair credits, being stuck with home’s poor conditions or losing out on your earnest money.  Every real estate contract states how many days a buyer has under the contract to perform inspection due […]

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When will we see a Boston condo market correction?

Are we heading into a Recession? Increasingly people are worried that the Boston condo for sale market, has it reached the top of the value and will the market may crash in the next two to three years.  Although things are very much different from the last housing market crash in 2008, the fear is very […]

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Two reminders when buying a Boston high rise condo

Boston has many  has many high rise condo buildings throughout downtown/midtown. More central the location, more high rise condo buildings you will see whereas low rises up to three levels high are more common in Beacon HIll or North End of Boston. Buying a Boston condo for sale can be more of a difficult process […]

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Boston condos for sale: Questions & Answers

Ready to list or buy a Boston condo for sale? Here are some of your burning questions, answered. What’s the best way to search for Boston condos for sale? While some people might like to drive around looking for “for sale” signs, while others attend Sunday Open Houses most people these days prefer to shop […]

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Boston Beacon Hill condos: How to green up your home

Boston Beacon Hill is well known as a green neighborhood. Whether it’s at the grocery store, where reusable bags are increasingly common, plastic bag,, where 8% of Beacon Hill residents ride bicycles, or at home, where upwards of 50% of waste is recycled or composted, we take significant steps to reduce our impact on the […]

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Boston condos for sale: How loud is your neighborhood

  Is that suburban home really quieter than the urban condo? A walk-through with your real estate agent might not give you an accurate answer to that question – or even prompt you to ask it. Although noise levels can have a huge impact on your quality of life, few people get an objective view […]

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Boston condos for sale: What’s the deal with mortgage rates?

Since sometime in December, mortgage rates have been free falling due to the turmoil in the stock market.  The rates used to be in the high 4% and low 5% for a 30 year fixed mortgage in the fourth quarter of 2018. Now I am seeing rates lower than 4.5% for a mixed 30 year […]

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Boston condos for sale: Top buying hacks

Boston is a tech hub, so naturally those who live here – as well as those who hope to move here – are no strangers to the idea that there’s a hack for just about everything. Whether it’s your first time buying a Boston condo for sale or you just want it to go more […]

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Beacon Hill condos for sale: Top home sale mistakes

Selling a Boston Beacon Hill condo with this sizzling hot market is easy, right? Well, yes and no. Your decisions can affect your Beacon Hill home’s final sale price by as much as 20% of the total value, according to a recent Consumer Reports survey. Your choice of real estate agent has quite a bit to […]

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How school ratings: Impact Boston condo for sale prices

School performance is emerging as a top influencer on the Boston downtown condo for sale market, and it’s just as true in Boston. Every parent wants to give their child the best possible education, and for many, living near a highly rated school is the way to do that. You may strongly agree or disagree, […]

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Boston condos for sale Winter 2019

View Boston condos for sale winter 2019. Charles River Park condos Boston West End condos for sale Boston Charles River park condos for sale Boston Midtown Condos For Sale Boston Downtown/Midtown condos for sale Boston Beacon Hill high rise condos for sale Charlestown Boston high rise condos for sale Charlestown Navy Yard high rise Boston […]

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What is the average sales price of a Boston condo 2019?

The average sales price for a Boston condo sales price varies from neighborhood to neighborhood. In downtown Boston proper the average sales price for January 2019 is $1,181,655.  

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Boston condos for sale: Social Media

You’re touring a Boston Beacon Hill condo and you fall in love with it, but you’re not sure about the kitchen setup. Your Beacon Hill real estate agent is telling you that you need to get your offer in ASAP. Do you reach for you phone, take a few pictures, and ask your friends what […]

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Martin Luther King and housing

Racism is a pernicious reality that causes death, hardship, pain and suffering. In the United States, we have come a long way since the days when our laws enshrined racist practices that allowed discrimination based on the color of one’s skin to rent out a Boston Condo for sale or rent. Sadly, however, we all […]

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Boston condo rents are one of the highest in the country

Downtown Boston condo rents are are begining to stabilize in 2019, but are still the highest in the nation, and likely to remain there according to research from Zumper. In its annual wrap-up report, the rental site showed that, once again, Boston had the 3rd highest median rents in the country, with a median of $2,480.99 […]

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Boston condos for sale: Cost of waiting til 2020 [INFOGRAPHIC]

What is the Cost of Waiting Until Next Year to Buy? [INFOGRAPHIC]  Friday January 18th, 2019          

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Boston condos for sale: Top 5 Star neighborhoods

Top 5 Star Downtown Boston Neighborhoods for 2019 It’s time to take a look at which Portland neighborhoods are up-and-coming in 2019! They couldn’t be more different, but these Portland communities are similar in that they are changing rapidly. Like the city as a whole, they’re adding new residents and working hard to integrate past, […]

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Becoming a Boston downtown condo real estate broker

Boston downtown condo broker We hear it all the time: “Hey, I’m thinking about getting my real estate license! What’s it like? Do you get to be in charge of your schedule? How much money is there to be made? Do you think I can do it only on the weekends?” Well, the answers to […]

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Downtown Boston condos: Younger population growing

As a downtown Boston Beacon Hill condo owner I love to see more younger families, students and overall a younger crowd make their way to Downtown for an urban cool living. Downtown Boston has been ranked in the top tier in growth adding thousands of  residents aged 25 to 34. St. Louis, New York, Boston and Philadelphia […]

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Beacon Hill condo buyers agent commissions

When you’re listing your Boston Beacon Hill home for sale on the Boston downtown real estate market, the last thing you’re probably worried about is the Buyer’s Agent Commission rate, aka BAC. Most people know Beacon Hill condo sellers typically pay the listing agent’s commission and the buyer’s agent’s commission. Beacon Hill Home sellers should […]

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Boston condos for sale: A historic perspective

Last Chance! Boston condos are a Bargain Compared to Historic Norms A loaf of bread used to be a nickel. A movie ticket was a dime.  Not anymore. Boston condos for sale were also much less expensive than they are now. Inflation raised the price of all three of those items, along with the price […]

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Boston condos for sale: Buying is the key to wealth

Homeowners who purchase their first Boston condo for sale before the age of 35 are better prepared for retirement at age 60, according to a new Urban Institute study. The organization surveyed adults who turned 60 or 61 between 2003 and 2015 for their data set. “Today’s older adults became homeowners at a younger age than today’s […]

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Selling a Boston Beacon Hill condo in the Winter

Winter is a notoriously difficult time to show a Boston Beacon Hill condo for sale. It gets dark early, the cold weather is daunting, and unoccupied can homes can be un-welcomingly. For a number of reasons, winter is not the best time of the year to sell a home in Beacon Hill. However, sometimes home […]

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Boston condos for sale: This should be your first step

Buyers outnumber Sellers in some areas In many markets of Massachusetts, the number of buyers searching for their dream condo for sale out number the number of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show that you are serious about buying your […]

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The Government shutdown and the impact on the Boston condo market

This video describes how the Government shutdown is impacting our local Boston condo market.

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Boston real estate radio

Boston real estate radio.

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Very tight Beacon Hill condo market

Beacon Hill Seller’s Market For the last three or four years, it has unquestionably been a “Seller’s market” in the Boston Beacon Hill condo market, values have have dramatically increased since 2007 and banks are lending at all-time low interest rates. New programs like FHA have made it easier than ever for first time home […]

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Boston condos for sale: Please don’t get stressed out

The difference between a condo and a home There’s a difference between the words “condo” and “home”. A Boston condo is a well-organized concrete, brick, wood and/or stones that we use in order to experience the intangible idea of home. A home is a storied place, a place where we craft our identity in the […]

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Boston condos for sale: 5 moving tips

5 Tips to Make Moving in to your New Boston Home Painless Moving into a new Boston Beacon Hill condo or downtown Boston high rise condo can be stressful, especially if you are moving across the country and need to keep things organized. That is why we wanted to provide you with 5 simple tips […]

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Boston condos for sale: The importance FHA approval

Recent changes in FHA policy require that a condos association or development must have FHA approval and appear on HUD’s approved roster in order for an FHA loan to be possible for a Boston Beacon Hill condominium, or any downtown Boston condo purchase or refinance. Why Should I Care? I’m Not Buying a Boston Condo This is important because now […]

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Boston condos for sale: The importance of Insurance

One of the benefits to buying a Boston condo for sale is you won’t have to worry about some of the major things homeowners do. You pay your condo fees every month and exterior maintenance and insurance is taken care of. But, what many Boston downtown condo owners don’t realize is the insurance the condo assoc. […]

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Boston condos for sale: Signs you’re buying the wrong condo

Boston downtown Condominium ownership is a very special kind of home ownership. There are a myriad of issues affecting how much you’ll enjoy living in the unit and what you can sell it for when you are ready. Recognizing the early warning signs of trouble and researching the potential risks is an important first step in the purchase process. […]

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Boston condos for sale: Broker commission rates are dropping.

What has been causing the drop in fees? ●Rising numbers of agents are working for brokerages that allow them to negotiate lower commission rates, with no set minimum. Murray says 2016 appears to be the first year when the percentage of all agents working for brokerages that do not impose some floor on commissions exceeds […]

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Which generation has the best credit score?

Americans’ Credit Scores Improve as They Age The silent generation has the best credit, while millennials need to improve. Millennials have the lowest average credit score of any age group (634) while members of the silent generation have the highest (734). Homebuyers with fair credit scores will pay nearly $30,000 more over the life of […]

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Boston condos for sale: How buying a condo impacts your credit score

How Long Will a Boston Condo Purchase Impact Your Credit Scores? In Boston, credit-score recovery takes about 15 month after buying a Boston condo The average American can expect their credit score to decline by 15 points after buying a home, with the total recovery time taking about 10 months. Boston condo homebuyers have exceptionally […]

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Boston condos for sale: Mortgage rate ride

Let’s face it: we’re not made of money! That’s why the ability to borrow cash in the Boston downtown real estate market is a crucial aspect of buying and selling Boston condos for sale Most people borrow that cash with a mortgage, and every mortgage comes with an interest rate. Mortgage rates have been in […]

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Boston condos for sale: Second time buyers

Much attention is paid to first time Boston condo buyers, but our Boston real estate team is here to serve anyone who is looking for a home in this market. So I’d like to dedicate this blog post to those who have purchased a home before, whether in Charles River Park or Boston’s Beacon Hill […]

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Boston condos for sale: How to sell your home fast

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Boston condos for sale: 2019 Spring market outlook

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Boston condos for sale: Open Houses are they effective?

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Boston Beacon Hill condos cost of time {Chart}

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Boston condos for sale: How to find good deals

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How do Boston Beacon Hill condos sell in this market

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Boston Beacon Hill condos: 5 things you should know about brokers

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Best time to list your Beacon Hill condo: Today

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Boston Beacon Hill condo owners: 2019 resolutions

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Boston Midtown condos for sale: New construction

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Boston condos for sale: Interest rates up or down?

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Boston condos for sale: Downtown Boston is growing

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10 tips when buying a Boston downtown condo for sale

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Tips on buying a Beacon Hill retirement home

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Research Boston downtown condos like a pro

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How much is my Beacon Hill condo worth?

Beacon Hill condos for sale With a lot of things in life, there is the easy way and there is the hard way. The Easy Way to a Boston Condo Value Estimate With Boston Beacon Hill condo value estimates the easy way is to visit a long list of websites providing you with computer generated […]

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How long does it take to sell a downtown Boston condo?

How long to sell a downtown Boston condo? The answer is probably a lot longer than you think. Before I get into the answer, I’d like to quickly mention that we beat the local averages. These are not my numbers, the numbers in this article are averages for all the Boston condo sales in the […]

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Boston Beacon Hill condos for sale: Sellers checklist

Boston Beacon Hill condos for sale We expect to see a lot of closings happen in the Boston Beacon Hill condos for sale market, in 2019. In 2018, we had 119 Boston Beacon Hill condos that sold, with the average days-on-market of 57. For Beacon Hill condo sellers, the 30-45 days time frame from accepting an offer […]

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Boston condos for sale: Using technology to find your home

Boston condos for sale The Boston’s Beacon Hill condo market right now is competitive! Everyone is moving fast, so some good tech tips can go a long ways. Here are my top Boston Beacon Hill real estate agent tech tips to help you find that next Boston Beacon Hill home.  Stalk an excellent buyer’s agent. […]

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The importance testing Radon for ground level Boston condos for sale

Boston condos for sale If you are buying or selling a ground level Boston condo in 2019, make sure it has a recent radon test. Here are several reasons why, updated for 2019 Radon is sneaky. Radon gas comes from underground uranium (which is what gives radon its radioactive properties). Sometimes the gas stays underground, […]

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