Obtaining a Boston condo mortage

I presently have a client who is in the process of purchasing a Boston condo, and asked me this question: “Why is there so much paper work in buying a Boston condo?” He went on to say: “Every time  I provide them with one document they need three more sources to validate it, when does […]

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Buying a Boston condo winter 2018

Buying a Boston Condo in the Winter 2018 Its a common belief, that putting your Boston condo on the market for sale during the spring market is the best time for obtaining offers. The logic is that there will be more Boston condo buyers in the spring compared to the cold Boston’s winters. However, The […]

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Yes, we’re in a housing market ‘bubble’ in Boston

It’s probably official now: So-called “escalation clauses” are back in the Boston area, last seen here about 10 years ago during the run-up to the previous peak prices around 2005. What are “escalation clauses”? They’re a little-used negotiating tactic deployed as a sort of last resort during multiple-bid situations, i.e. in a hot housing market […]

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Downtown condo prices now averaging near $1 million each

The first two sentences say it all: The price of living in the heart of Boston is fast approaching an average of $1 million, as condominium sales sizzle and values surge. Condominium sales in downtown Boston and surrounding sections — including Beacon Hill, the Back Bay, and the South End — jumped more than 17 […]

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List your Boston condo for the winter market

List you property for the Winter Market As at he holiday season is coming to an end, you should think about listing your Boston condo now. While others who already have their homes on the market decide to take them off until after the winter (spring market) Here are 5 reasons to list your Boston […]

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Buy a Boston condo in 2018

Here’s why you should buy a Boston condo in 2018: According to recent Boston MLS over the course of the lasy year, Boston condo prices have increased by 6% in many Boston neighborhoods. At the same time. Boston interest rates have remained near historic lows, which in return has helped many Boston condo buyers entry […]

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Three reasons to use a Boston Condo Broker when selling

Boston Condo Broker When Selling In today’s Boston condo market, with low inventory for condominiums and townhouses, some Sellers may consider to sell their condo on their own. As tempting as that may be, there are some pit falls you should be aware of: Boston condominium buyer exposure. Studies have shown that 90% of Boston […]

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Here we go: Wall Street jumps into housing again

The NYT has a big piece this morning on how Wall Street is now pushing a brand new product that we’ve mentioned before: Investors buying up foreclosed single-family homes, renting them out, then selling rent-backed bonds to other investors. But what we didn’t know is that there are now 200,000 rented single-family homes in the […]

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Are re-zoning changes coming to your Boston neighborhood?

Mayor Walsh plans to announce today the creation of a new “zoning czar” position as part of an overall effort to re-zone parts of the city to make them more business friendly. It’s probably a good idea. Mayor Walsh seems really eager to bring more business to Boston — and that’s very welcome. But, hopefully, […]

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source http://bostonreb.blogspot.com/2017/12/are-re-zoning-changes-coming-to-your.html

Why do Boston condo prices continue to go up?

There are numerous theories why Boston condominium prices continue to increase. Some feel banks are becoming less stringent on mortgage lending, similar to what happen in the early 2000, others feel we’re at Boston housing price peak. In my area of Beacon Hill the answer is relative simple; supply and demand. Like most areas of […]

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source http://bostonreb.blogspot.com/2017/12/why-do-boston-condo-prices-continue-to.html

Boston condo purchasing poewr

Boston condo purchasing power The latest report from Freddie Mac’s is that Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 3.92%, which is still near record lows for the Boston area. The reason this is important it provides Boston condo buyers with more purchasing power. But, it may not stay this […]

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6 reasons to buy a Boston condo

Why should you buy your own Boston condo? Owning a Boston condo has many financial benefits. Lets look at the benefits of owning a Boston condominium: Owning a condominiums is a form of forced savings. Every time you make a mortgage payment a portion goes towards principle.  Home ownership has tax savings, even with President […]

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source http://bostonreb.blogspot.com/2017/12/6-reasons-to-buy-boston-condo.html

Somerville ‘lofts’ for $900,000

It’s a little misleading to call the units at Inman Lofts, well, lofts. They’re actually townhouses, sort of, with interiors that look like they might be lofts, but, well, aren’t. And you don’t always associate Somerville lofts with prices approaching $1 million each. But they’re still real cool looking – and it was a cool […]

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‘Friendly competition’ keeps Seaport rents as high as possible

We had to blink a few times when we read this article in which representatives of major new Seaport apartment towers openly talk about how they’re trying to cooperatively keep rents as high as possible. From the article: Every week the property managers of the big new Hub apartment complexes share information on leases signed, […]

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View Boston condos $975k

Back to Boston condos for sale homepage Contact me to find out more about this property or to set up an appointment to see it. Boston condos Boston condos for sale SEARCH FOR CONDOS FOR SALE AND RENTALS Back Bay Beacon Hill Charlestown Charlestown Navy Yard Dorchester Dorchester Heights Fenway Jamaica Plain Leather District Midtown […]

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Boston Downtown Condominiums Rent & Sale

Downtown Boston condos, one of the more prestigious buildings in Downtown is Millennium Place. This  luxury condo building is one of the most prestigious address in Downtown Closely near shops, Boston Common and Boston Public Garden. For more information please call 617-720-5454. View Downtown Boston high rises for sale: Back to Boston condos for sale […]

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Downtown Boston luxury Condos for Sale and Rent

Downtown Boston is in the center of Boston. It is near Beacon Hill, Back Bay on one side and the Theater District and Financial District on the other side. This central location is the heart of the high-rise condos  that are for sale and rent. Downtown has some of the best hotels and nightlife in […]

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Boston condos $1.1M

Back to Boston condos for sale homepage Contact me to find out more about this property or to set up an appointment to see it. Boston condos Boston condos for sale SEARCH FOR CONDOS FOR SALE AND RENTALS Back Bay Beacon Hill Charlestown Charlestown Navy Yard Dorchester Dorchester Heights Fenway Jamaica Plain Leather District Midtown […]

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Back Bay condos for sale $1,000,000 – $1,500,000

Back Bay condos for sale $1,000,000 – $1,500,000 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 Updated 2017Back to Boston condos for sale homepageContact me to find out more about this property […]

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2018 – Boston housing tip

2018 Boston housing tip Before you begin your search for a Boston condo or a Boston apartment, its essential that you have knowledge of your credit score. There are several agencies that will provide you with one free copy of your credit report per year. Equifax is one such company. Having this knowledge, both a […]

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Attention Boston Condo buyers remember this

Attention Boston condo buyers remember this for 2018 In this Boston condo market, the number of buyers searching for their Boston condominium outnumbers the number of Boston condos for sale. As a result, this has increased competition in the real estate marketplace. So what should a buyer do? My first recommendation is to go to […]

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Obtaining a Boston condo mortage

I presently have a client who is in the process of purchasing a Boston condo, and asked me this question: “Why is there so much paper work in buying a Boston condo?” He went on to say: “Every time  I provide them with one document they need three more sources to validate it, when does […]

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Buying a Boston condo winter 2018

Buying a Boston Condo in the Winter 2018 Its a common belief, that putting your Boston condo on the market for sale during the spring market is the best time for obtaining offers. The logic is that there will be more Boston condo buyers in the spring compared to the cold Boston’s winters. However, The […]

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Attention Boston Condo buyers remember this

Attention Boston condo buyers remember this for 2018 In this Boston condo market, the number of buyers searching for their Boston condominium outnumbers the number of Boston condos for sale. As a result, this has increased competition in the real estate marketplace. So what should a buyer do? My first recommendation is to go to […]

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Obtaining a Boston condo mortage

I presently have a client who is in the process of purchasing a Boston condo, and asked me this question: “Why is there so much paper work in buying a Boston condo?” He went on to say: “Every time  I provide them with one document they need three more sources to validate it, when does […]

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List your Boston condo for the winter market

List you property for the Winter Market As at he holiday season is coming to an end, you should think about listing your Boston condo now. While others who already have their homes on the market decide to take them off until after the winter (spring market) Here are 5 reasons to list your Boston […]

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Buying a Boston condo winter 2018

Buying a Boston Condo in the Winter 2018 Its a common belief, that putting your Boston condo on the market for sale during the spring market is the best time for obtaining offers. The logic is that there will be more Boston condo buyers in the spring compared to the cold Boston’s winters. However, The […]

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Yes, we’re in a housing market ‘bubble’ in Boston

It’s probably official now: So-called “escalation clauses” are back in the Boston area, last seen here about 10 years ago during the run-up to the previous peak prices around 2005. What are “escalation clauses”? They’re a little-used negotiating tactic deployed as a sort of last resort during multiple-bid situations, i.e. in a hot housing market […]

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Downtown condo prices now averaging near $1 million each

The first two sentences say it all: The price of living in the heart of Boston is fast approaching an average of $1 million, as condominium sales sizzle and values surge. Condominium sales in downtown Boston and surrounding sections — including Beacon Hill, the Back Bay, and the South End — jumped more than 17 […]

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Buy a Boston condo in 2018

Here’s why you should buy a Boston condo in 2018: According to recent Boston MLS over the course of the lasy year, Boston condo prices have increased by 6% in many Boston neighborhoods. At the same time. Boston interest rates have remained near historic lows, which in return has helped many Boston condo buyers entry […]

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Three reasons to use a Boston Condo Broker when selling

Boston Condo Broker When Selling In today’s Boston condo market, with low inventory for condominiums and townhouses, some Sellers may consider to sell their condo on their own. As tempting as that may be, there are some pit falls you should be aware of: Boston condominium buyer exposure. Studies have shown that 90% of Boston […]

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Here we go: Wall Street jumps into housing again

The NYT has a big piece this morning on how Wall Street is now pushing a brand new product that we’ve mentioned before: Investors buying up foreclosed single-family homes, renting them out, then selling rent-backed bonds to other investors. But what we didn’t know is that there are now 200,000 rented single-family homes in the […]

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‘Endangered species’: Boston condos for less than $500K

The Herald has crunched some numbers and come to the conclusion that cheap condos in Boston are going the way of the dodo birds: “The number of Boston condominiums for sale for under $500,000 has plummeted by 84 percent over the past four years, leaving many people priced out of the market, statistics show. “There […]

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More news on the coming luxury apartment glut in Boston

The Globe has a front-page story this morning on growing concerns that there may soon be a glut of luxury apartments in Boston due to all the ongoing downton construction. Some people say it’s time for developers to shift gears and start building other types of housing in other areas of the city, which is […]

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Are re-zoning changes coming to your Boston neighborhood?

Mayor Walsh plans to announce today the creation of a new “zoning czar” position as part of an overall effort to re-zone parts of the city to make them more business friendly. It’s probably a good idea. Mayor Walsh seems really eager to bring more business to Boston — and that’s very welcome. But, hopefully, […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/are-re-zoning-changes-coming-to-your-boston-neighborhood/

Why do Boston condo prices continue to go up?

There are numerous theories why Boston condominium prices continue to increase. Some feel banks are becoming less stringent on mortgage lending, similar to what happen in the early 2000, others feel we’re at Boston housing price peak. In my area of Beacon Hill the answer is relative simple; supply and demand. Like most areas of […]

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Boston condo purchasing power

Boston condo purchasing power The latest report from Freddie Mac’s is that Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 3.92%, which is still near record lows for the Boston area. The reason this is important it provides Boston condo buyers with more purchasing power. But, it may not stay this […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/boston-condo-purchasing-poewr/

6 reasons to buy a Boston condo

Why should you buy your own Boston condo? Owning a Boston condo has many financial benefits. Lets look at the benefits of owning a Boston condominium: Owning a condominiums is a form of forced savings. Every time you make a mortgage payment a portion goes towards principle.  Home ownership has tax savings, even with President […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/6-reasons-buy-boston-condo/

Somerville ‘lofts’ for $900,000

It’s a little misleading to call the units at Inman Lofts, well, lofts. They’re actually townhouses, sort of, with interiors that look like they might be lofts, but, well, aren’t. And you don’t always associate Somerville lofts with prices approaching $1 million each. But they’re still real cool looking – and it was a cool […]

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Magoun Square: Somerville’s latest hip neighborhood

The Herald has a piece on how Somerville’s Magoun Square is slowly taking off, thanks to the recently opened Maxwell’s Green apartment complex and the anticipated arrival of a new Green Line stop. And it’s only a stone’s throw away from where Howie Winter and Whitey Bulger had their cute little auto shop that they […]

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Yes, we’re in a housing market ‘bubble’ in Boston

It’s probably official now: So-called “escalation clauses” are back in the Boston area, last seen here about 10 years ago during the run-up to the previous peak prices around 2005. What are “escalation clauses”? They’re a little-used negotiating tactic deployed as a sort of last resort during multiple-bid situations, i.e. in a hot housing market […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/yes-were-in-a-housing-market-bubble-in-boston/

Downtown condo prices now averaging near $1 million each

The first two sentences say it all: The price of living in the heart of Boston is fast approaching an average of $1 million, as condominium sales sizzle and values surge. Condominium sales in downtown Boston and surrounding sections — including Beacon Hill, the Back Bay, and the South End — jumped more than 17 […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/downtown-condo-prices-now-averaging-near-1-million-each/

Buy a Boston condo in 2018

Here’s why you should buy a Boston condo in 2018: According to recent Boston MLS over the course of the lasy year, Boston condo prices have increased by 6% in many Boston neighborhoods. At the same time. Boston interest rates have remained near historic lows, which in return has helped many Boston condo buyers entry […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/buy-boston-condo-2018/

Three reasons to use a Boston Condo Broker when selling

Boston Condo Broker When Selling In today’s Boston condo market, with low inventory for condominiums and townhouses, some Sellers may consider to sell their condo on their own. As tempting as that may be, there are some pit falls you should be aware of: Boston condominium buyer exposure. Studies have shown that 90% of Boston […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/three-reasons-use-boston-condo-broker-selling/

Here we go: Wall Street jumps into housing again

The NYT has a big piece this morning on how Wall Street is now pushing a brand new product that we’ve mentioned before: Investors buying up foreclosed single-family homes, renting them out, then selling rent-backed bonds to other investors. But what we didn’t know is that there are now 200,000 rented single-family homes in the […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/here-we-go-again-wall-street-jumps-into-housing-again/

‘Endangered species’: Boston condos for less than $500K

The Herald has crunched some numbers and come to the conclusion that cheap condos in Boston are going the way of the dodo birds: “The number of Boston condominiums for sale for under $500,000 has plummeted by 84 percent over the past four years, leaving many people priced out of the market, statistics show. “There […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/endangered-species-boston-condos-for-less-than-500k/

More news on the coming luxury apartment glut in Boston

The Globe has a front-page story this morning on growing concerns that there may soon be a glut of luxury apartments in Boston due to all the ongoing downton construction. Some people say it’s time for developers to shift gears and start building other types of housing in other areas of the city, which is […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/more-news-on-the-coming-luxury-apartment-glut-in-boston/

Are re-zoning changes coming to your Boston neighborhood?

Mayor Walsh plans to announce today the creation of a new “zoning czar” position as part of an overall effort to re-zone parts of the city to make them more business friendly. It’s probably a good idea. Mayor Walsh seems really eager to bring more business to Boston — and that’s very welcome. But, hopefully, […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/are-re-zoning-changes-coming-to-your-boston-neighborhood/

Why do Boston condo prices continue to go up?

There are numerous theories why Boston condominium prices continue to increase. Some feel banks are becoming less stringent on mortgage lending, similar to what happen in the early 2000, others feel we’re at Boston housing price peak. In my area of Beacon Hill the answer is relative simple; supply and demand. Like most areas of […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/boston-condo-prices-continue-go/

Boston condo purchasing power

Boston condo purchasing power The latest report from Freddie Mac’s is that Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 3.92%, which is still near record lows for the Boston area. The reason this is important it provides Boston condo buyers with more purchasing power. But, it may not stay this […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/boston-condo-purchasing-poewr/

6 reasons to buy a Boston condo

Why should you buy your own Boston condo? Owning a Boston condo has many financial benefits. Lets look at the benefits of owning a Boston condominium: Owning a condominiums is a form of forced savings. Every time you make a mortgage payment a portion goes towards principle.  Home ownership has tax savings, even with President […]

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Somerville ‘lofts’ for $900,000

It’s a little misleading to call the units at Inman Lofts, well, lofts. They’re actually townhouses, sort of, with interiors that look like they might be lofts, but, well, aren’t. And you don’t always associate Somerville lofts with prices approaching $1 million each. But they’re still real cool looking – and it was a cool […]

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Magoun Square: Somerville’s latest hip neighborhood

The Herald has a piece on how Somerville’s Magoun Square is slowly taking off, thanks to the recently opened Maxwell’s Green apartment complex and the anticipated arrival of a new Green Line stop. And it’s only a stone’s throw away from where Howie Winter and Whitey Bulger had their cute little auto shop that they […]

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Yes, we’re in a housing market ‘bubble’ in Boston

It’s probably official now: So-called “escalation clauses” are back in the Boston area, last seen here about 10 years ago during the run-up to the previous peak prices around 2005. What are “escalation clauses”? They’re a little-used negotiating tactic deployed as a sort of last resort during multiple-bid situations, i.e. in a hot housing market […]

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Downtown condo prices now averaging near $1 million each

The first two sentences say it all: The price of living in the heart of Boston is fast approaching an average of $1 million, as condominium sales sizzle and values surge. Condominium sales in downtown Boston and surrounding sections — including Beacon Hill, the Back Bay, and the South End — jumped more than 17 […]

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Yes, we’re in a housing market ‘bubble’ in Boston

It’s probably official now: So-called “escalation clauses” are back in the Boston area, last seen here about 10 years ago during the run-up to the previous peak prices around 2005. What are “escalation clauses”? They’re a little-used negotiating tactic deployed as a sort of last resort during multiple-bid situations, i.e. in a hot housing market […]

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Downtown condo prices now averaging near $1 million each

The first two sentences say it all: The price of living in the heart of Boston is fast approaching an average of $1 million, as condominium sales sizzle and values surge. Condominium sales in downtown Boston and surrounding sections — including Beacon Hill, the Back Bay, and the South End — jumped more than 17 […]

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6 reasons to buy a Boston condo

Why should you buy your own Boston condo? Owning a Boston condo has many financial benefits. Lets look at the benefits of owning a Boston condominium: Owning a condominiums is a form of forced savings. Every time you make a mortgage payment a portion goes towards principle.  Home ownership has tax savings, even with President […]

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Somerville ‘lofts’ for $900,000

It’s a little misleading to call the units at Inman Lofts, well, lofts. They’re actually townhouses, sort of, with interiors that look like they might be lofts, but, well, aren’t. And you don’t always associate Somerville lofts with prices approaching $1 million each. But they’re still real cool looking – and it was a cool […]

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Magoun Square: Somerville’s latest hip neighborhood

The Herald has a piece on how Somerville’s Magoun Square is slowly taking off, thanks to the recently opened Maxwell’s Green apartment complex and the anticipated arrival of a new Green Line stop. And it’s only a stone’s throw away from where Howie Winter and Whitey Bulger had their cute little auto shop that they […]

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What is it like to live in Marlborough?

Amy Sinni, resident and mom, really appreciates the city’s diversity. Read more about this community and others at realestate.boston.com.

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What kind of home does your money buy in Marlborough?

A sampling of the market in this city includes a farmhouse with a screen porch and a Colonial with a heated pool. Search listings at realestate.boston.com.

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Our top 10 luxury homes from 2017

Our picks range from a condo in a luxury hotel, to an oceanfront Rockefeller property to a contemporary built with materials from the Big Dig.

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source http://realestate.boston.com/buying/2017/12/28/our-top-10-luxury-homes-from-2017/

Ask the Carpenter: How to winterize your home

Contractor Rob Robillard offers tips to keep your pipes from freezing. For more expert advice, go to realestate.boston.com.

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source http://realestate.boston.com/home-improvement/2017/12/28/ask-carpenter-how-to-winterize-your-home/

Cambridge condo overlooking Charles tops biggest sales

Properties in Newton, Downtown Boston, and Winchester also made our list. Search for luxury listings at realestate.boston.com.

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source http://realestate.boston.com/buying/2017/12/28/cambridge-condo-overlooking-charles-tops-sales/

My First Home: Peaches, potatoes, and a pocketful of memories

That first night, ‘we ate on a bridge table that was a wedding present.’ Read more My First Home essays at realestate.boston.com.

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New Hampshire home that inspired famous artist hits market

Maxfield Parrish's estate, which includes his studio, is priced at $1,295,000. Get the latest real estate news at realestate.boston.com.

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‘Friendly competition’ keeps Seaport rents as high as possible

We had to blink a few times when we read this article in which representatives of major new Seaport apartment towers openly talk about how they’re trying to cooperatively keep rents as high as possible. From the article: Every week the property managers of the big new Hub apartment complexes share information on leases signed, […]

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List your Boston condo for the winter market

List you property for the Winter Market As at he holiday season is coming to an end, you should think about listing your Boston condo now. While others who already have their homes on the market decide to take them off until after the winter (spring market) Here are 5 reasons to list your Boston […]

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Buy a Boston condo in 2018

Here’s why you should buy a Boston condo in 2018: According to recent Boston MLS over the course of the lasy year, Boston condo prices have increased by 6% in many Boston neighborhoods. At the same time. Boston interest rates have remained near historic lows, which in return has helped many Boston condo buyers entry […]

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Buy a Boston condo in 2018

Here’s why you should buy a Boston condo in 2018: According to recent Boston MLS over the course of the lasy year, Boston condo prices have increased by 6% in many Boston neighborhoods. At the same time. Boston interest rates have remained near historic lows, which in return has helped many Boston condo buyers entry […]

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Three reasons to use a Boston Condo Broker when selling

Boston Condo Broker When Selling In today’s Boston condo market, with low inventory for condominiums and townhouses, some Sellers may consider to sell their condo on their own. As tempting as that may be, there are some pit falls you should be aware of: Boston condominium buyer exposure. Studies have shown that 90% of Boston […]

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Here we go: Wall Street jumps into housing again

The NYT has a big piece this morning on how Wall Street is now pushing a brand new product that we’ve mentioned before: Investors buying up foreclosed single-family homes, renting them out, then selling rent-backed bonds to other investors. But what we didn’t know is that there are now 200,000 rented single-family homes in the […]

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Are re-zoning changes coming to your Boston neighborhood?

Mayor Walsh plans to announce today the creation of a new “zoning czar” position as part of an overall effort to re-zone parts of the city to make them more business friendly. It’s probably a good idea. Mayor Walsh seems really eager to bring more business to Boston — and that’s very welcome. But, hopefully, […]

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Why do Boston condo prices continue to go up?

There are numerous theories why Boston condominium prices continue to increase. Some feel banks are becoming less stringent on mortgage lending, similar to what happen in the early 2000, others feel we’re at Boston housing price peak. In my area of Beacon Hill the answer is relative simple; supply and demand. Like most areas of […]

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Boston condo purchasing poewr

Boston condo purchasing power The latest report from Freddie Mac’s is that Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 3.92%, which is still near record lows for the Boston area. The reason this is important it provides Boston condo buyers with more purchasing power. But, it may not stay this […]

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6 reasons to buy a Boston condo

Why should you buy your own Boston condo? Owning a Boston condo has many financial benefits. Lets look at the benefits of owning a Boston condominium: Owning a condominiums is a form of forced savings. Every time you make a mortgage payment a portion goes towards principle.  Home ownership has tax savings, even with President […]

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Somerville ‘lofts’ for $900,000

It’s a little misleading to call the units at Inman Lofts, well, lofts. They’re actually townhouses, sort of, with interiors that look like they might be lofts, but, well, aren’t. And you don’t always associate Somerville lofts with prices approaching $1 million each. But they’re still real cool looking – and it was a cool […]

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Magoun Square: Somerville’s latest hip neighborhood

The Herald has a piece on how Somerville’s Magoun Square is slowly taking off, thanks to the recently opened Maxwell’s Green apartment complex and the anticipated arrival of a new Green Line stop. And it’s only a stone’s throw away from where Howie Winter and Whitey Bulger had their cute little auto shop that they […]

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What is it like to live in Marlborough?

Amy Sinni, resident and mom, really appreciates the city’s diversity. Read more about this community and others at realestate.boston.com.

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What kind of home does your money buy in Marlborough?

A sampling of the market in this city includes a farmhouse with a screen porch and a Colonial with a heated pool. Search listings at realestate.boston.com.

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Our top 10 luxury homes from 2017

Our picks range from a condo in a luxury hotel, to an oceanfront Rockefeller property to a contemporary built with materials from the Big Dig.

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Ask the Carpenter: How to winterize your home

Contractor Rob Robillard offers tips to keep your pipes from freezing. For more expert advice, go to realestate.boston.com.

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Cambridge condo overlooking Charles tops biggest sales

Properties in Newton, Downtown Boston, and Winchester also made our list. Search for luxury listings at realestate.boston.com.

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My First Home: Peaches, potatoes, and a pocketful of memories

That first night, ‘we ate on a bridge table that was a wedding present.’ Read more My First Home essays at realestate.boston.com.

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New Hampshire home that inspired famous artist hits market

Maxfield Parrish's estate, which includes his studio, is priced at $1,295,000. Get the latest real estate news at realestate.boston.com.

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‘Friendly competition’ keeps Seaport rents as high as possible

We had to blink a few times when we read this article in which representatives of major new Seaport apartment towers openly talk about how they’re trying to cooperatively keep rents as high as possible. From the article: Every week the property managers of the big new Hub apartment complexes share information on leases signed, […]

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Two-bedroom Somerville condo boasts cathedral ceilings, deck

The unit, on the top floor of a multifamily, is priced at $644,900.

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Three reasons to use a Boston Condo Broker when selling

Boston Condo Broker When Selling In today’s Boston condo market, with low inventory for condominiums and townhouses, some Sellers may consider to sell their condo on their own. As tempting as that may be, there are some pit falls you should be aware of: Boston condominium buyer exposure. Studies have shown that 90% of Boston […]

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Here we go: Wall Street jumps into housing again

The NYT has a big piece this morning on how Wall Street is now pushing a brand new product that we’ve mentioned before: Investors buying up foreclosed single-family homes, renting them out, then selling rent-backed bonds to other investors. But what we didn’t know is that there are now 200,000 rented single-family homes in the […]

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‘Endangered species’: Boston condos for less than $500K

The Herald has crunched some numbers and come to the conclusion that cheap condos in Boston are going the way of the dodo birds: “The number of Boston condominiums for sale for under $500,000 has plummeted by 84 percent over the past four years, leaving many people priced out of the market, statistics show. “There […]

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More news on the coming luxury apartment glut in Boston

The Globe has a front-page story this morning on growing concerns that there may soon be a glut of luxury apartments in Boston due to all the ongoing downton construction. Some people say it’s time for developers to shift gears and start building other types of housing in other areas of the city, which is […]

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Are re-zoning changes coming to your Boston neighborhood?

Mayor Walsh plans to announce today the creation of a new “zoning czar” position as part of an overall effort to re-zone parts of the city to make them more business friendly. It’s probably a good idea. Mayor Walsh seems really eager to bring more business to Boston — and that’s very welcome. But, hopefully, […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/are-re-zoning-changes-coming-to-your-boston-neighborhood/

Why do Boston condo prices continue to go up?

There are numerous theories why Boston condominium prices continue to increase. Some feel banks are becoming less stringent on mortgage lending, similar to what happen in the early 2000, others feel we’re at Boston housing price peak. In my area of Beacon Hill the answer is relative simple; supply and demand. Like most areas of […]

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Boston condo purchasing power

Boston condo purchasing power The latest report from Freddie Mac’s is that Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 3.92%, which is still near record lows for the Boston area. The reason this is important it provides Boston condo buyers with more purchasing power. But, it may not stay this […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/boston-condo-purchasing-poewr/

6 reasons to buy a Boston condo

Why should you buy your own Boston condo? Owning a Boston condo has many financial benefits. Lets look at the benefits of owning a Boston condominium: Owning a condominiums is a form of forced savings. Every time you make a mortgage payment a portion goes towards principle.  Home ownership has tax savings, even with President […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/6-reasons-buy-boston-condo/

Somerville ‘lofts’ for $900,000

It’s a little misleading to call the units at Inman Lofts, well, lofts. They’re actually townhouses, sort of, with interiors that look like they might be lofts, but, well, aren’t. And you don’t always associate Somerville lofts with prices approaching $1 million each. But they’re still real cool looking – and it was a cool […]

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source http://www.bostonreb.com/somerville-lofts-for-900000/

Magoun Square: Somerville’s latest hip neighborhood

The Herald has a piece on how Somerville’s Magoun Square is slowly taking off, thanks to the recently opened Maxwell’s Green apartment complex and the anticipated arrival of a new Green Line stop. And it’s only a stone’s throw away from where Howie Winter and Whitey Bulger had their cute little auto shop that they […]

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‘Friendly competition’ keeps Seaport rents as high as possible

We had to blink a few times when we read this article in which representatives of major new Seaport apartment towers openly talk about how they’re trying to cooperatively keep rents as high as possible. From the article: Every week the property managers of the big new Hub apartment complexes share information on leases signed, […]

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View Boston condos $975k

Back to Boston condos for sale homepage Contact me to find out more about this property or to set up an appointment to see it. Boston condos Boston condos for sale SEARCH FOR CONDOS FOR SALE AND RENTALS Back Bay Beacon Hill Charlestown Charlestown Navy Yard Dorchester Dorchester Heights Fenway Jamaica Plain Leather District Midtown […]

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Boston Downtown Condominiums Rent & Sale

Downtown Boston condos, one of the more prestigious buildings in Downtown is Millennium Place. This  luxury condo building is one of the most prestigious address in Downtown Closely near shops, Boston Common and Boston Public Garden. For more information please call 617-720-5454. View Downtown Boston high rises for sale: Back to Boston condos for sale […]

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Downtown Boston luxury Condos for Sale and Rent

Downtown Boston is in the center of Boston. It is near Beacon Hill, Back Bay on one side and the Theater District and Financial District on the other side. This central location is the heart of the high-rise condos  that are for sale and rent. Downtown has some of the best hotels and nightlife in […]

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Boston condos $1.1M

Back to Boston condos for sale homepage Contact me to find out more about this property or to set up an appointment to see it. Boston condos Boston condos for sale SEARCH FOR CONDOS FOR SALE AND RENTALS Back Bay Beacon Hill Charlestown Charlestown Navy Yard Dorchester Dorchester Heights Fenway Jamaica Plain Leather District Midtown […]

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Back Bay condos for sale $1,000,000 – $1,500,000

Back Bay condos for sale $1,000,000 – $1,500,000 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 Updated 2017Back to Boston condos for sale homepageContact me to find out more about this property […]

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Boston Condos 500k

It has become a kind of lamentable shorthand to say that it’s darn near impossible to buy into Boston unless you’re a dual-income household, a millionaire or a particularly adept bank robber. Yet, it turns out there are a sizable number of condos in Boston that are within reach of the first-time buyer (assuming he or she […]

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Here we go: Wall Street jumps into housing again

The NYT has a big piece this morning on how Wall Street is now pushing a brand new product that we’ve mentioned before: Investors buying up foreclosed single-family homes, renting them out, then selling rent-backed bonds to other investors. But what we didn’t know is that there are now 200,000 rented single-family homes in the […]

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