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Your insider guide to real estate, lifestyle, and homeownership
What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market
What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market The market is changing-but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Over the past few years, the housing market was like a rock concert-loud, packed, and full of people elbowing each other for the front row (or the nearest three-bedroom colonial). But now? Things are calming […]
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Chipped Paint and Character: The Pros and Cons of Buying an Older Home in Boston’s Suburbs
Chipped Paint and Character: The Pros and Cons of Buying an Older Home in Boston’s Suburbs If you’ve been house-hunting around Boston’s charming suburbs-Walpole, West Roxbury, Dedham, or even quaint corners of Wrentham-you’ve probably toured a few older homes. You know the ones: creaky floorboards, ornate trim, and kitchens that whisper, “I haven’t been updated […]
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What type of home will fit my budget? Navigating the Boston Market Without Blowing the Bank
What Type of Home Will Fit My Budget? Navigating the Boston Market Without Blowing the Bank If you’ve ever looked at Boston real estate listings while clutching your morning coffee, only to do a double take and whisper a silent, “How much for that?!” – welcome to the club. Boston’s cost of living is undeniably […]
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Why More Sellers Are Choosing To Move, Even with Today’s Rates
Why More Sellers Are Choosing To Move, Even with Today’s Rates It’s hard to let go of a 3% mortgage rate. There’s no question about it. It’s the main reason why so many homeowners have delayed their move in recent years. But here’s something to consider. While your low rate might be ideal, it doesn’t make up […]
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Home Renovations That Actually Pay Off in Boston: What’s Worth It (and What’s Not)
💰 Home Renovations That Actually Pay Off in Boston: What’s Worth It (and What’s Not) Thinking about knocking down a wall or giving your kitchen that HGTV glow-up? Before you channel your inner Chip and Joanna, you’ll want to know which upgrades will actually give you the biggest bang for your buck—especially in Boston’s competitive […]
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Is It Better to Buy or Rent? The Honest Guide to Deciding What’s Right for You
Is It Better to Buy or Rent? The Honest Guide to Deciding What’s Right for You With high home prices and mortgage rates that feel like they’ve had too much coffee, you might be wondering: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now? Honestly? Maybe not. Buying a home isn’t a one-size-fits-all […]
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Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate?
If you have a 3% mortgage rate, you’re probably pretty hesitant to let that go. And even if you’ve toyed with the idea of moving, this nagging thought may be holding you back: “why would I give that up?” But when you ask that question, you may be putting your needs on the back burner without […]
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