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Posted on 10/19/2020

Factors that Could Break a Home Buying Deal

Photo by Edar via Pixabay Before you sign on the bottom line, know which items are negotiable and which negate the deal entirely. Clearly defining these in advance can save you significant headaches when the buying bug takes over. Your agent will remind you of your non-negotiables and keep you on the right track. Here are some big-ticket...

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Posted on 10/18/2020

Another Property Rented - 10 Charlesgate East #3, Boston, MA 02215

Rarely available- sunny1 bedroom at the historic and iconic Barnes Mansion. Rent includes heat and hot water! The unit is spacious and features an open floor plan with high ceilings and oversized windows that let in tons of natural light. The kitchen has plenty of cabinets and opens to the living room. The bedroom has a large walk in closet and second closet for more storage. Additional amenities: in-unit washer/dryer, nicely tiled bath, and central air, extra storage The building is meticulously maintained with a full-time superintendent, elevator and bike storage. Beautiful courtyard to enjoy the outdoors. Ideally located near all the...

Posted on 10/18/2020

Another Property Rented - 10 Charlesgate East #3, Boston, MA 02215

Rarely available- sunny1 bedroom at the historic and iconic Barnes Mansion. Rent includes heat and hot water! The unit is spacious and features an open floor plan with high ceilings and oversized windows that let in tons of natural light. The kitchen has plenty of cabinets and opens to the living room. The bedroom has a large walk in closet and second closet for more storage. Additional amenities: in-unit washer/dryer, nicely tiled bath, and central air, extra storage The building is meticulously maintained with a full-time superintendent, elevator and bike storage. Beautiful courtyard to enjoy the outdoors. Ideally located near all the...

Posted on 10/14/2020

Newton, MA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Newton, MA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 10/14/2020

111 Vernon St #2, Waltham, MA 02453 is now new to the market!

Gorgeous townhouse with 3 levels of living available to rent in the popular Cedarwood area. The first floor features an open floor plan with a large living room with fireplace and modern kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. There is also a half bath. The second floor has 2 spacious bedrooms and full bathroom including washer/dryer. The top floor boasts a master suite with full bathroom. Step outside from the kitchen to a private porch and pretty fenced yard. Other amenities include: hardwood throughout, lots of natural light, gas heating, central air. Enjoy direct access to the garage plus 3 outside parking spaces....

Posted on 10/12/2020

A Home-Buying Wish List Helps Narrow Down Your Options

Photo by evondue via Pixabay A home-buying wish list may sound like a cathartic way to imagine a dream home that's dripping with luxury everywhere you turn, but it's really a practical way to help homeowners narrow down their options. When buyers look at too many homes, they may find that each property starts to run together. Use...

Posted on 10/10/2020

Another Property Rented - 19 Dean St #6, Norwood, MA 02062

Only 1 unit left!! WOW- beautiful newly renovated rental building with 6 units. NEW interior finishes throughout. Spacious and modern kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. New bathroom with laundry. Large bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Gas heat and cooking! Central air. Off street parking. This unit has 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. There are two 2 bedroom and one 4 bedroom option for $3100. Move fast, this building is filling up...

Posted on 10/08/2020

19 Dean St #6, Norwood, MA 02062 now has a new price of $2,600!

Only 1 unit left!! WOW- beautiful newly renovated rental building with 6 units. NEW interior finishes throughout. Spacious and modern kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. New bathroom with laundry. Large bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Gas heat and cooking! Central air. Off street parking. This unit has 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. There are two 2 bedroom and one 4 bedroom option for $3100. Move fast, this building is filling up...

Posted on 10/07/2020

124 Otis St #1, Cambridge, MA 02141 now has a new price of $1,975!

Spacious apartment with tall ceilings and lots of natural light. Conveniently located in East Cambridge with easy access to the highway and public transportation. Walking distance to Lechmere, Kendall/MIT, and bus routes 69,80,87,88. Updated custom windows, hardwood floors throughout the apartment, french pocket doors and beautiful woodwork. Newly renovated bathroom and kitchen with brand new stainless kitchen appliances (and gas cooking). Versatile layout allows one of the rooms to be used as a second bedroom or home office/ formal dining room. No smoking, no dogs. Cats considered on a case by case basis. Available now, lease term may be...

Posted on 10/06/2020

2020 Five Star Real Estate Agent Rachel Foy

Such a honor and proud of my lastest achievement! "Rachel Foy wins the 2020 Five Star Real Estate Agent Award! Five Star Real Estate Agents represent those who are outstanding in their field. Winning professionals are selected as a result of a rigorous and objective research process. For any market, each year’s field of winners represents no more...

Posted on 10/05/2020

How Big Businesses Affect the Real Estate in Rural Towns

Photo by Vit Ducken via Pixabay There has been a lot of concern about the state of rural America and how it's being affected by large businesses. Big box stores like are said to destroy local businesses, causing an economic drought in small towns. But despite the statistics, there's a bigger picture to consider. We'll look at how...

Posted on 10/05/2020

124 Otis St #1, Cambridge, MA 02141 now has a new price of $2,150!

Spacious apartment with tall ceilings and lots of natural light. Conveniently located in East Cambridge with easy access to the highway and public transportation. Walking distance to Lechmere, Kendall/MIT, and bus routes 69,80,87,88. Updated custom windows, hardwood floors throughout the apartment, french pocket doors and beautiful woodwork. Newly renovated bathroom and kitchen with brand new stainless kitchen appliances (and gas cooking). Versatile layout allows one of the rooms to be used as a second bedroom or home office/ formal dining room. No smoking, no dogs. Cats considered on a case by case basis. Available now, lease term may be...