We've said in many previous blogs that there's no shortage of hidden costs when buying a home. One of the less talked about practices is called title insurance.

We’re going to look at residential investing today, and the benefits of investing in either single or multi-family properties.

Whether you’re buying or seller, we hope that will help you have a rough idea of what that appraiser is going to do in your new home. Seller’s can improve on those areas pre-appraisal to up the value of their home, while buyers might know what to look for when they’re searching for a home.

Winter is far from the ideal listing season, having a quarter of the sales we see in spring markets. Although selling in the snowy season adds some difficulty, we call it a welcomed challenge. Having survived over 35 years in Newton real estate, we’ve got some helpful strategies and tips for anyone looking to sell.

We’ve got some tips for you if you’re interested in adding multi-families to your portfolio.

Well, you’ve realized it’s time to get some multi-family properties; we’re proud of you. We’re going to consider some of the ways you might secure funding for that purchase.

NEW LISTING! GUT RENOVATION SINGLE FAMILY FOR SALE

NEW SINGLE FAMILY LISTING FOR SALE: 

400 WEST STREET, PRECINCT ONE/UPPER DEDHAM,

DEDHAM, MA, 02026

We're highlighting our property of the week from our friends at LeverageRE. Crowning a hilltop in Palos Verdes, an enchanting estate soaks in sea air and unobstructed panoramic views.

Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen have an affinity for Robert A.M. Stern’s Manhattan skyscrapper, 70 Vestry. The couple spent around $30 million on a unit in Spring of 2017, and just sold it for $40 million.

 

After five months of upswing, sales of existing homes were lower in November.

They lowered 2.5% month-to-month to a seasonally adjusted yearly rate; 6.69 million units. Sales were 25.8% higher YoY. 

A recap of our 2019 Winter Risk Prevention.

When it comes to choosing a Real Estate brokerage, new agents don’t have the experience or background of knowledge that more seasoned professionals and they may end up signing on with a brokerage that doesn’t have their best interest. Keep reading for our pro-tips on how to find the right agency for you!

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