Self-explanatory- I have moved from Boxborough to Littleton. Here’s sharing an update about my big move 12 mins away, on finding happiness in homeownership and calling a place my own.
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First guest post of this blog! Read on to learn how to identify house foundations, understand the implication of cracks and solutions to repair them. Next,, head to your basement and check your knowledge against what you find!
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9 countries in 24 days, but all I want to talk about is Albania. From reliving my childhood in Tirana to eating a 67-year-old recipe and soaking in the majestic Accursed Mountains, here are 3 reasons why one should visit Albania. Read on, and watch out for the link to the best yogurt on earth!
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From replacing siding destroyed by a woodpecker to removing mold, excavating a basement to finishing an attic, here’s a glimpse of what a General Contractor could do… described in poetry.
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The Village at Bedford Woods is the coolest real estate project that I've worked on (so far!). Read on to find out the story behind this unique development and what it took to get this far. Lastly, don’t forget to check out www.villageatbedfordwoods.com for actual listings and project info!
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Schools, schools, schools! Which are the best schools in Boston? As one living in a town that is - and is surrounded by - top public high schools, these are the 10 that are on my radar. Complete with a dynamic graphical chart!
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Beyond the sum of money agreed to for the sale of property, there are other costs involved. These “other costs” are closing costs- a summation of expenses incurred by the Buyer and the Seller throughout the housing transaction and for the necessary completion of it. Here’s a detailed look at an ALTA with a clear breakdown of itemized costs.
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The aftermath of a flood determination. How to apply for flood determination removal with FEMA, what documents to submit and how long did the process take? This is Part 2 of “What to do when your property is suddenly in a flood zone”.
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It’s Thanksgiving today; an occasion that means so much to many American families, but still little to my husband and I. With everyone gathered at homes, and rain on our side, we found solitude at Harold Parker State Forest. Peer deep to find the colors.
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The owners of the property had no need for flood insurance. Our offer to purchase was accepted; loan application’s started, then BAM! - flood checks reveal that the property is in a flood zone. Now what? The process of seeking answers was a nightmare that my poor buyer and I went through. Here’s sharing our experiences so that you don’t have to.
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In the real estate industry where it’s sadly not uncommon to have people cut corners, in Dulcilene I am reminded that there are still good people out there doing an honest job.
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A week-by-week graphical look at Sellers’ and Buyers’ behavior in Middlesex County, MA. A look into the effect of Massachusetts’ stay-home-advisory on real estate and the lead up to phase 1 reopening.
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312 Prospect St in Cambridge - listed by my team - is the epitome of listing RIGHT. This post is dedicated to the importance of having clear vision of the buyer audience, and a pulse on their needs, wants and tastes. We got well over asking our $900k, if you’re wondering.
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Buying a house AS IS is a risk that regular homebuyers wouldn’t undertake; but as for real estate investors, it’s often leverage used to have their offer on an off-market home successfully accepted. Find out what surprises this real estate investor discovered since his purchase of 312 Prospect St in Cambridge!
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An update on the Boston real estate market 1.5 months after MA has issued the stay-at-home advisory. Tightened credit for Buyers, home sale prices that may dip but are unlikely to crash, and home purchases driven by Millennials for years to come.
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Delaney Flood Control Site is a whooping 577 acres that span the towns of Harvard, Stow and Bolton. It’s got a beautiful pond, easy hike, open space for kite flying, an interesting wooded landscape… geese and swans. What’s there not to like?
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COVID-19 would be the start of a turning point in what was one of the best years for MA real estate. These are some ground-up insights on the real estate market, and practices Sellers and Buyers should adopt post Massachusetts’ declared state of emergency on March 10, 2020.
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An Order permitting a temporary conditional deferral of smoke and carbon monoxide inspections has been signed. Read the Order, and understand what it means for Buyers and Sellers.
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