Single Family – 847 North Road Carlisle, MA 01741
SINGLE FAMILY $769,900 Price 9 Rooms 4 Beds 2 Full / 1 Half Baths This fabulous 4 bed, 2.5 bath home is located down a private drive surrounded by a beautiful wooded 2-acre lot. A classic design with an updated, spacious kitchen, breakfast room, first-floor study,...
2020 Homebuying Checklist
Some Highlights: If you’re thinking of buying a home, plan ahead and stay on the right track, starting with pre-approval. Being proactive about the homebuying process will help set you up for success in each step. Make sure to work with a trusted real...
Single Family – 22 Revere St Lexington, MA 02420
SINGLE FAMILY $1,299,900 Price 11 Rooms 5 Beds 3 Full / 1 Half Baths Charming Antique Colonial with large thoughtful addition adding space and modern conveniences. Excellent size 5 BR 3.5 BA with wonderful curb appeal. Front porch, brick paver circular driveway, large...
The #1 Reason It Is Difficult to Find Your Dream Home
The headlines in real estate today all revolve around one major point: there is a shortage of homes available for sale. Price appreciation is accelerating again because there is a shortage of homes available for sale. First-time buyers are taking longer to purchase a...
How Buyers Can Win By Downsizing in 2020
Home values have been increasing for 93 consecutive months, according to the National Association of Realtors. If you’re a homeowner, particularly one looking to downsize your living space, that’s great news, as you’ve likely built significant equity in your home....
The 2 Surprising Things Homebuyers Really Want
In a market where current inventory is low, it’s normal to think buyers might be willing to give up a few desirable features in their home search in order to make finding a house a little easier. Don’t be fooled, though – there’s still an interest in the market for...
Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality in 2020
In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. led and inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and determination, he sparked interest, ambition, and courage in his audience. Today, reflecting on his message encourages many of us to...
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Where Homebuyers Are Heading By Generation [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights: Whether capitalizing on job opportunities, affordability, or warm-weather places to retire, Americans are making moves to these top cities to take advantage of the strength in the current housing market. A strong economy and lower mortgage rates have...
Single Family – 50 Heald Rd Carlisle, MA 01741
SINGLE FAMILY $699,900 Price 7 Rooms 4 Beds 4 Full / 1 Half Baths This beautiful, sprawling 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath ranch has everything you may need, all in a very desirable neighborhood on the Concord line. A completely updated designer kitchen with top of the line...
Single Family – 21 Hillcrest Rd Concord, MA 01742
SINGLE FAMILY $475,000 Price 6 Rooms 3 Beds 4 Full / 1 Half Baths Located in the Thoreau Hills neighborhood, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath split level home sits on a private, wooded lot with an attached two-car garage. This home has 8 rooms total, and the entire main level...
Housing Inventory Vanishing: What Is the Impact on You?
The real estate market is expected to do very well this year as mortgage rates remain at historic lows. One challenge to the housing industry is the lack of homes available for sale. Last week, move.com released a report showing that 2020 is beginning with the lowest...
Homes Are More Affordable Today, Not Less Affordable
There’s a current narrative that owning a home today is less affordable than it has been in the past. The reason some are making this claim is because house prices have substantially increased over the last several years. It’s not, however, just the price of a home...
2020 Luxury Market Forecast
By the end of last year, many homeowners found themselves with more equity than they realized, and at the same time their wages were increasing. When those two factors unite, it can spark homeowners to think about making a move to a larger or more expensive home in...
Buying a Home Early Can Significantly Increase Future Wealth
According to an Urban Institute study, homeowners who purchase a house before age 35 are better prepared for retirement at age 60. The good news is, our younger generations are strong believers in homeownership. According to a Freddie Mac survey, “The dream of...
Price Changed – Single Family – 91 Carleton Rd Carlisle, MA 01741
PRICE CHANGED - SINGLE FAMILY $799,900 Price 9 Rooms 4 Beds 3 Full / 1 Half Baths ALL DRAMA! NO STRESS!! This absolute jaw-dropping home is filled with a zen-like design! Cathedral vaulted ceilings throughout. Enjoy the views through a double story wall of glass...
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National Cut Your Energy Costs Day [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights: On January 10th of each year, “National Cut Your Energy Costs Day” encourages consumers to reduce their overall energy costs by improving home efficiency. According to Freddie Mac, a typical U.S. family spends $2,200 per year on energy bills. By...
There’s a Long Line of Buyers Waiting for Your House
If you’re following what’s happening in the housing market right now, you know that many people believe the winter months aren’t a good time to sell a home. As realtor.com Senior Economist George Ratiu recently noted, “Sellers tend to be more reluctant to list during...
The New Spring Real Estate Market is Here. Are You Ready?
Which month do you think most people who are considering buying a home actually start their search? If you’re like most of us, you probably think the surge happens in the spring, likely in April. Not anymore. According to new research, January 2019 was only 1% behind...
Price Changed – Single Family – 61 Wolf Rock Rd Carlisle, MA 01741
PRICE CHANGED - SINGLE FAMILY $825,000 Price 9 Rooms 4 Beds 3 Full / 0 Half Baths This historically significant, mid-century Deck House/Contemporary home was the first deck house built in Carlisle. Over the years the core of the home has had multiple additions and...
Big Demand for Small Homes
Movies, tv shows, and celebrities often have us dreaming of owning large homes, but the reality for most people is quite different. Since 2015, the square footage of newly built houses has been shrinking, according to Yahoo Finances. This is not projected to change as...
3 Benefits to Buying Your Dream Home This Year
Outside of a strong economy, low unemployment, and higher wages, there are three more great reasons why you may want to consider buying your dream home this year instead of waiting. 1. Buying a Home is a Great Investment Several reports indicate that real estate is...
GRILLED MOROCCAN STEAK AND CARROTS
Ingredients 1 c. packed cilantro 1 c. packed flat-leaf parsley, plus more for serving 1 tsp. smoked paprika 1 large clove garlic 1/2 c. plus 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp. lemon zest plus 2 Tbsp lemon juice (from 1 lemon) Kosher salt and pepper 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp....
INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2020
It is crazy to think about all the design trends that have come and gone in the last decade. Remember when ombre was a huge hit? Bohemian designs and lots of greenery definitely had their time to shine over the last 10 years too. You also can’t forget about how marble...
7 TIPS FOR GETTING YOUR FIRST MORTGAGE
A mortgage is the biggest, and likely most important financial transaction of your life. Buying a home is something everyone dreams of doing. Your new home will not only be where you raise a family but where you spend a whole lot of money. A mortgage can be a scary...
MAKE YOUR NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS STICK!
New Year, New Me, right? The start of not only a new year but a new decade is the perfect time to set goals and strive to reach them each day. I know for some people it can be hard to stick to the goals that they set with so much ambition back in January. John C....
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Top Renovations for Maximum ROI [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights: If you’re planning on selling your house in 2020, these are the top renovations that will give you the highest Return on your Investment. Regardless of how long you’re planning on staying in your current home, it’s smart to be aware of which home...
The 2020 Real Estate Projections That May Surprise You
This will be an interesting year for residential real estate. With a presidential election taking place this fall and talk of a possible recession occurring before the end of the year, predicting what will happen in the 2020 U.S. housing market can be challenging. As...
Here’s to a Wonderful 2020!
We hope 2020 is a great year for you, both personally and professionally!
Expert Insights on the 2020 Housing Market
When closing out another year, it’s normal to wonder what’s ahead for the housing market. Though there will be future inventory issues, we expect interest rates to stay low and appreciation to continue. Here’s what three experts are saying we’ll likely see in 2020:...
Why You Shouldn’t “For Sale By Owner”
Rising home prices coupled with the current inventory in today’s market may cause some homeowners to consider selling their homes on their own (known in the industry as a For Sale By Owner). However, a FSBO might be hard to execute well for the vast majority of...
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Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights: Choosing the right real estate professional is one of the most impactful decisions you can make in your home buying or selling process. A real estate professional can explain current market conditions and break down what they will mean to you and your...
Year-Over-Year Rental Prices on the Rise
Looking ahead, 2020 is projected to be a strong year for homeownership. According to the Freddie Mac Forecast, “We expect rates to remain low, falling to a yearly average of 3.8% in 2020.” If you’re currently renting, 2020 may be a great time to think about making a...
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When a House Becomes a Happy Home
We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not we’re drawn to the emotional reasons for homeownership. No matter the size or shape of a living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different people. Whether...
2020 Forecast Shows Continued Home Price Appreciation
Questions continue to rise around where home prices will head in 2020. The latest forecast from CoreLogic shows continued appreciation at 5.4% over the next year:Additionally, ARCH Mortgage Insurance Company in their current Housing and Mortgage Market Review revealed...
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Where is the Housing Market Headed in 2020? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights: Interest rates will be lower than they have been since before 1980 at 3.8% and are projected to remain steady throughout 2020! According to CoreLogic, home prices will appreciate at a rate of 5.4% over the course of the year. Experts predict that the...
5,300 Reasons to Be Happy You’re a Homeowner
Studies have shown that, in many cases, the largest asset a family owns is the house they live in. Over the last twelve months, that asset has gained substantial value. CoreLogic just released their 2019 3rd Quarter Homeowner Equity Insights Report. The report...
The Biggest Issue Facing Housing Next Year
This coming year the housing market will be defined by 3 things- inventory, interest rates, and appreciation. But the biggest issue the housing market will face in 2020 is an inventory shortage. There aren’t enough homes on the market for buyers, especially on the...
3 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Home in 2020
It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think about making new memories in new spaces, but we can have deep sentimental attachments to the homes we’re leaving behind, too. Growing emotions can help or hinder a sale, depending on how we manage them. When it...
December 2019: The Buyer Stakes Are High Because Inventory Is Low
The reality of what we’re seeing this month is that homes are selling fast. In today’s strong seller’s market, bidding wars are common and expected with starter or entry-level homes. In most areas of the country, first-time buyers have been met with fierce competition...