Without a doubt, buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you will ever make and home insurance goes hand in hand with that purchase. There are a variety of factors that influence your ability to receive a favorable premium. These are some key factors to keep in mind.

Buying a foreclosed house is different from buying a typical house. One major pro is that most bank-owned homes are vacant which means you’re moving in process is sped up. But there are some things you should keep in mind. Here are five things to you should know about buying a foreclosed property.

These ten things may seem small but they're expensive if left uncorrected. The good news is they're easy and relatively inexpensive to fix.

The general rule of thumb when it comes to down payments in the Boston area is twenty percent of the price. So that means, with home prices where they are today, you’re looking at upwards of $100,000 up front.

Choosing a paint color is more than just personal taste -  it's about setting a mood.

A mix of classically upscale, up and coming and working class neighborhoods are demonstrating large price jumps heading into the fall season. Downtown Boston alone jumped nearly 33 percent to a median home price of $3.1 million. The following is a breakdown of the ten Boston neighborhoods exhibiting the strongest price growth.

Buying a house to renovate definitely has its advantages. The most appealing may be the opportunity to make the home the way you want it and ideally increase the value. However, it’s certainly not an easy task to undertake.

There are many little ways to save energy – you just need to be aware of what your using and when.

What to consider when deciding whether solar power is right for you - fact by fact.

Strong buyer demand and a robust economy in Great Boston has contributed to steady sales and all-time record prices for both single family and condo markets in August according to data from the Greater Boston Association of Realtors.

From apple and pumpkin picking, to corn mazes to homemade hard cider, these farms and orchards all have something for everyone. And they're all near Boston,

Selling a home has its ups and downs. Whatever your situation, you probably want the sale to go as smoothly as possible. Avoiding these common mistakes will keep it that way.

Enjoy these warm days because they are going fast! Before you know it we will be getting ready for the holidays. Use these tips to help you get a jump start on your fall home maintenance, your home will thank you!

Median home prices in areas around Greater Boston are quickly reaching $500,000. While this list includes some traditionally more expensive neighborhoods, many suburbs that aren’t usually considered as such are also soaring in price.