Buyers are out in full force this fall, increasing the demand for home buying in all four regions of the country. According to the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, “Home showing activity was up again nationwide with a 4.6 percent rise in traffic, as the traditionally slow fall season began with a ...
Continue ReadingIn today’s market, low inventory dominates the conversation in many areas of the country. It can often be frustrating to be a first-time homebuyer if you aren’t prepared. Here are five tips from realtor.com’s article, “How to Find Your Dream Home—Without Losing Your Mind.” 1. Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Before You Start ...
Continue ReadingWhen searching for a home, you may end up selecting a property in a community with a Homeowners Association (HOA). Before you buy, it’s important to know how an HOA works and what they mean for you. According to a recent article on realtor.com, “In a nutshell, an HOA helps ensure ...
Continue ReadingNew Housing Development Opportunity! The Department of Neighborhood Development is offering seven parcels of the City of Boston owned land for redevelopment into single- and two-family homes. These parcels are being offered as part of Mayor Walsh’s Neighborhood Homes Initiative, which makes City-owned land available for the creation of affordable ...
Continue ReadingWhen thinking about selling their house, homeowners have many options. A relatively new option is using an “iBuyer.” What is an iBuyer? According to Jovio, the definition is: “A company or investor that uses Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) to make instant offers on homes. It allows sellers to close on a ...
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