SELLERS: DON’T WAIT UNTIL SPRING TO MAKE YOUR MOVE As you plan out your goals for the year, moving up to your dream home may top the list. But, how do you know when to make your move? You want to time it just right so you can get the most out of the sale of your current house. You also want to kno

HOW SELLERS WIN WHEN HOUSING INVENTORY IS LOW In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result, homeowners ready to sell have a significant advantage. Here are three ways today’s low inventory will set you up for a win when you sell th

OWNING IS MORE AFFORDABLE THAN RENTING IN THE MAJORITY OF THE COUNTRY If you were thinking about buying a home this year, but already pressed pause on your plans due to rising home prices and increasing mortgage rates, there’s something you should consider. According to the latest report from ATTO

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REAL ESTATE VOTED THE BEST INVESTMENT EIGHT YEARS IN A ROW In an annual Gallup poll, Americans chose real estate as the best long-term investment. And it’s not the first time it’s topped the list, either. Real estate has been on a winning streak for the past eight years, consistently gaining tract

THE BEST WEEK TO LIST YOUR HOUSE IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER Are you thinking about selling your house? If so, you may want to make it a priority to start the process soon. According to realtor.com, the sweet spot for sellers is just around the corner. In a recent study, experts analyzed housing mar

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THE SPRING HOUSING MARKET As the spring housing market kicks off, you likely want to know what you can expect this season when it comes to buying or selling a house. While there are multiple factors causing some uncertainty, including the conflict overseas, rising inflatio

HELP SAVE CAMBRIDGE !!!!!!         Channel 5 Reported that Cambridge is Removing the Parking from Mass Ave- the link is at the end of this e-mail 95% of the parking is being removed from Mass Ave if the MBTA wires stay up 50-60% of curb use will be removed even 

ON THE FENCE OF WHETHER OR NOT TO MOVE THIS SPRING? CONSIDER THIS. If you’re thinking of selling your house, it may be because you’ve heard prices are rising, listings are going fast, and sellers are getting multiple offers on their homes. But why are conditions so good for sellers today? And what

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SELLING IN A SELLERS’ MARKET Even if you haven’t been following real estate news, you’ve likely heard about the current sellers’ market. That’s because there’s a lot of talk about how strong market conditions are for people who want to sell their houses. But if you’re t

WORK WITH A REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL IF YOU WANT THE BEST ADVICE Because buying or selling a home is such a big decision in our lives, the need for clear, trustworthy information and guidance is crucial. And while no one can give you perfect advice, when you align yourself with an expert, you’ll g

SHOULD I BUY A HOME RIGHT NOW? If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, you likely have one question on the top of your mind: should I buy right now, or should I wait? While no one can answer that question for you, here’s some information that could help you make your decision. The Future of H

WANT TO BUY A HOME? NOW MAY BE THE TIME. There are more homes for sale today than at any time last year. So, if you tried to buy a home last year and were outbid or out priced, now may be your opportunity. The number of homes for sale in the U.S. has been growing over the past four months as risin

BUYING A HOME MAY MAKE MORE FINANCIAL SENSE THAN RENTING ONE If rising home prices leave you wondering if it makes more sense to rent or buy a home in today’s housing market, consider this. It’s not just home prices that have risen in recent years – rental prices have skyrocketed as well. As a rec

THE IMPORTANCE OF HOME EQUITY IN BUILDING WEALTH Homeownership has always been the first rung on the ladder leading to household wealth. As Freddie Mac recently posted: “Homeownership has cemented its role as part of the American Dream, providing families with a place that is their own and an ave

IS THE SHIFTING MARKET A CHALLENGE OR AN OPPORTUNITY FOR HOMEBUYERS? If you tried to buy a home during the pandemic, you know the limited supply of homes for sale was a considerable challenge. It created intense bidding wars which drove home prices up as buyers competed with one another to be the

THE U.S. HOMEOWNERSHIP RATE IS GROWING   The desire to own a home is still strong today. In fact, according to the Census, the U.S. homeownership rate is on the rise. To illustrate the increase, the graph below shows the homeownership rate over the last year: That data shows more than half of the

WHY YOU MAY WANT TO START YOUR HOME SEARCH TODAY If you’re thinking about buying a home, you likely have a lot of factors on your mind. You’re weighing your own needs against higher mortgage rates, today’s home prices, and more to try to decide if you want to jump into the market. While some buyer

HOW HOMEOWNERSHIP CAN HELP SHIELD YOU FROM INFLATION If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve likely heard about rising inflation. You’re also likely feeling the impact in your day-to-day life as prices go up for gas, groceries, and more. These rising consumer costs can put a pinch on

BUYERS ARE REGAINING SOME OF THEIR NEGOTIATION POWER IN TODAY’S HOUSING MARKET If you’re thinking about buying a home today, there’s welcome news. Even though it’s still a sellers’ market, it’s a more moderate sellers’ market than last year. And the days of feeling like you may need to waive conti