Boston Metro North Real Estate

>Dfinition of a short sale: A short sale of a property is where a homeowner must sell their home due to a hardship (usually financial) for less money than what is owed to the mortgage holder(s).  In a short sale the seller must get permission from the lien holder(s) to sell for less money than what is owed. Many times their can be ...

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will most likely make.  Take your time and pay attention to the details.  Here are 10 of the most common home buying pitfalls that many buyers will make. Pitfall #1  Not Understanding Agency- Real Estate Agency is a misunderstood topic by many and can create many ...

"I was recommended to Kevin by a few friends that have worked with him in the past. Kevin walked me through every step of purchasing my first home...His patience and expertise made the process very enjoyable" Amesbury MA, Condominium Purchase   Purchasing a new construction condominium has many things to consider.  It ...

Wanted to pass on this webinar for homebuyers. EXIT's US President Tammy Bonnell will be presenting this FREE Webinar.  If you have any doubt about this is a goog time to buy our not, attend this webinar. To Dream the American Dream. The dream is alive and well during Homeownership Month Is it still reasonable to dream the ...

The National Association of Realtors announced that first time home buyers being able to use the tax credit directly for a downpayment is in the works and should be annonced shortly. HUD: Homebuyer Tax Credit Loans Still on Track News reports that the federal government is backing away from its plan to permit eligible borrowers to monetize ...

See what MSNBC has to say about Moving up in this dismall market "Chris and Lori Kirsten got $20,000 less than they might have in 2007 when they sold their Seattle condo earlier this year, but they purchased this suburban home for $425,000 — $86,000 less than the home's peak value" MSNBC  read more.... Lets do the ...

Sentiment among real estate practicioners is the market is picking up.  I have seen increased buyer activity since the begining of the year and have put quite a few lower end properties under agreement.  The market will build itself from the bottom up.  As the first time home buyers start to buy inventory it allows the sellers to ...

President Obama has signed into the legislation The Reinvestment and Recovery Act.   In the recovery plan is provisions for the First-time Homebuyer to receive an $8000 tax credit.  Unlike the previous tax credit. this one does not need to be repaid.  If you are a First-time Homebuyer in Massachusetts, maybe it is time to ...

Housing prices are low, potentially near the bottom.  Interest rates are low, hovering around 6%.  Now could be the right time to buy if you are a first time home buyer or a move up buyer.  There are several considerations to make and the decision should not be taken lightly.Is there a need for you to make a purchase.... expanding ...