Ooh, a direct deal. That’s when the home buyer is not represented by an agent so the listing agent works directly with the buyer. Every agent wants a direct deal so they can keep double the commission. And sellers like it because often, without a co-broke, the commission will be cut (say from 5% to […]
Continue readingHome buyers in Newton and the Greater Boston Area often ask me how do real estate agents get paid? It is a source of confusion and sometimes it prevents buyers from hiring an buyer’s agent. Here are answers to the most common questions around real estate commission home buyers often ask: 1. Do Home Buyers […]
Continue readingA two bedroom condo on the the top floor of 44 Orkney Road is now available. Loaded with period charm, this is a classic Beantown home. Located in the heart of Cleveland Circle, 44 Orkney Road #5 is steps from the B, C and D lines. Come visit this weekend! Priced at $345,000. [Show as […]
Continue readingAre you working with a Realtor on your home purchase in Boston? I certainly hope so! If you are going at it alone, you may overlook the most important contingencies when buying a condo. In Massachusetts there are two contingencies written into the offer to purchase paperwork. But what’s not in the standard offer is […]
Continue readingStop your home search, start your buyer agent search! If you are not getting results, find a better agent. In the seller’s market, working with a hard working competent buyers agent is necessary in order to buy a property at the right price. Yet many buyers are failing at securing a home, and buyers are […]
Continue readingAre you trying to buy a home and failing miserably? Is the housing marketed giving you a kick in the butt? Thinking of obvious things in a new way may help. This summer I am hearing from many people who are desperately trying to buy a home, yet every new home on the market is […]
Continue readingThe next three scenarios are real evens which happened last fall during home buying transactions. Imagine this. You are buying your first home, you are full of excitement and anticipation. Then you learn the mortgage company hasn’t approved your loan by the deadline. Deadline is renegotiated with the seller, extended, you wait a few more […]
Continue reading[av_one_half first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’][/av_one_half] [av_one_half min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’][/av_one_half] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=”] Buying a condo in Boston, MA with a mortgage? Prepare yourself for this process! Many buyers are overwhelmed by the […]
Continue readingIf you need to sell your condo in order to buy a house in Brookline, Newton and the Greater Boston area, you are not alone. With housing so expensive, not many can manage to keep both mortgages, or pay for the house without the proceeds from the condo. A contingency to sell your home is […]
Continue readingIn almost any location in Cambridge you are a walk from something. Super chic and very pretty Harvard Square is still highly desirable, reflected in the prices. But try other squares and you’ll find value, community and a lively urban atmosphere. I visited several condos this afternoon with a client, and here is a review […]
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