Buying a house is a lot  - of time, money and brain capacity. But don't worry, we've got you covered.

Newton has been named the fifth best place for first time homebuyers in America.

First time home buying can be a scary experience, especially if you are stepping into the real estate arena for the first time ever.
Luckily, we have some advice for all you first-time homebuyers!

Buying your first home can be both terrifying and wonderful all at once. Be prepared to invest in a financial investment like this by hiring professionals and making smart decisions. If home is where the heart is, allow yourself the time and care in finding the best possible place for you and your family!

Owning a home is about a lot more than just making the mortgage payments, paying the property taxes and keeping it clean and tidy. A home requires maintenance too. Trying to take it on all at once can feel downright impossible, so consider breaking down your annual upkeep tasks into seasonal projects. By breaking your projects down into smaller pieces, you will give yourself more peace of mind and more time to save for repairs.

Looking to get a little more for your real estate listing? Sure, you can paint that front door red and add a few flowerbeds, but curb appeal can only get you so far. One secret to asking more for your home is having a pre-listing inspection. By understanding exactly what the issues are in your property, you can either fix them or list at an accurate price, avoiding the hassle of negotiation when the buyer does his or her own inspection to reveal your furnace needs work or your windows need replacing.

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Moving is a stressful experience - but with the rigth amount of help and preparation it can be a breeze. This checklist breaks it down week by week and details each step you should take in the correct amount of time.

Don't know where to start when it comes to looking at a home? Don't worry - here are the 6 most important features you shold be looing for in every home.

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No better time to buy than now:?With home prices on a steady race, it is important to watch and understand the affordability trajectory.

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Maintenance Checklist for New Homeowners

This simple project can save you heaps of money on your energy bill. If you've noticed chilly spots near windows in your home, you might have an air leak.

If you think your beloved house is 150% covered by your insurance you're going to be severly disappointed. There are probably some pretty big holes in your coverage. Two of the most common doozies are flooding and earthquakes - and just because youre not looking to settle down in San Francisco or another high-risk area doesn't mean you're [...]

Going through the stressful escrow process is a necessity when buying a home. Once you're past it, you finally get to live in the home you've worked so hard for. But first, you have to [...]

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