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Posted on 05/04/2025

When should you consider declining a home purchase offer?

Embarking on the home selling journey is a huge...

Offer To Purchase

Home Purchase Offer

Posted on 04/27/2025

Home decor: A beginners guide to traditional interior designs

Ready to start decorating your space? Traditional...

Posted on 04/20/2025

Here Are 3 Things to Consider Before Buying a Fixer-Upper

If you have a tight budget and love DIY, buying a fixer-upper might seem like a straightforward decision. Fixer-uppers are homes that need repairs and updates rather than being “move-in ready,” and can be affordable options in any kind of market. However, fixer-uppers require significant money, effort and careful planning. If you’re trying to determine whether a fixer-upper...

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Posted on 04/13/2025

Deck & patio upgrade ideas

When it’s time to upgrade your outdoor living space, your...

Posted on 04/06/2025

A starter guide to low down payment mortgage loans

Perhaps one of the most challenging things about buying...

Posted on 05/09/2025

145 Church Street 1, Watertown, MA 02472 now has a new price of $1,179,000!

Price Improvement! Totally & expertly renovated by master builder, this stunning 2-level condo in the sought-after Victory Field area offers over 2,400 sq. ft. of luxury living. Featuring 8 rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 3.5 baths, the open floor plan boasts 7" white oak plank floors, exquisite millwork, recessed lighting, and ample closet space. The first floor impresses w/ a coffered ceiling living room, an elegant fireplace, formal dining room w/ matching coffered ceilings. The designer kitchen shines w/ white cabinetry, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and a peninsula for casual dining. The primary bedroom has a double closet and...

Posted on 05/03/2025

496 Beech St, Boston, MA 02131 is now new to the market!

Charming Victorian-era Colonial in sought-after Metropolitan Hill, beautifully updated for modern living! This light-filled 8-room, 4-bed, 1.5-bath home features a chef’s kitchen (2020) with granite counters, white cabinetry, SS appliances, breakfast bar & pantry. Enjoy the formal dining room with built-in hutch, inviting living room, updated half bath (2020), and a 3-season sunroom (2020). Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms & stylish full bath. The 3rd floor boasts vaulted ceilings—perfect for a 4th bedroom or home office. Major updates: roof & windows (2015), HardiPlank siding (2020), 14 solar panels (2014), gas furnace (2017), hot...

Posted on 04/25/2025

145 Church Street 1, Watertown, MA 02472 now has a new price of $1,245,000!

Price Improvement! Totally & expertly renovated by master builder, this stunning 2-level condo in the sought-after Victory Field area offers over 2,400 sq. ft. of luxury living. Featuring 8 rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 3.5 baths, the open floor plan boasts 7" white oak plank floors, exquisite millwork, recessed lighting, and ample closet space. The first floor impresses w/ a coffered ceiling living room, an elegant fireplace, formal dining room w/ matching coffered ceilings. The designer kitchen shines w/ white cabinetry, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and a peninsula for casual dining. The primary bedroom has a double closet and...

Posted on 04/25/2025

100 Lexington St C1, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

Don't miss your chance to live in a highly desirable unit at "The Belmont". This Rarely available 2 bed, 2 bath end/corner unit has 1 deeded garage parking space on the 1st level and is ideally located on the 4th floor of elevated building offering great privacy & light. The spacious living and dining rooms feature Oak HW floors, closet/storage space and glass sliding door leading to your private & serene 12x5 balcony. Offering a comfortable king-sized main bedroom boasting multiple closets and a full bath, plus another full hallway bath and 2nd large bedroom. Imagine summer days spent at the well-maintained in-ground association...

Posted on 04/11/2025

19 Court St 19, Medford, MA 02155 is now new to the market!

Sun-drenched and spacious, this 2005 Colonial townhome, attached only by the garage wall, offers privacy and modern living in a desirable location. Situated on the rear of a beautifully landscaped 10,770 sq ft lot, this 2,050 sq ft home boasts 8 rooms, 3 bdrms, and 2.5 baths. The first floor features an open flr plan with high ceilings, an eat-in chef's kitchen with oak cabinets, granite counters, SS appliances, and a peninsula eating bar. Enjoy formal dining with a tray ceiling, plus a convenient 1/2 bath w/ full-size washer & dryer. The second floor offers a primary bdrm with a walk-in closet and en suite bath, two additional bdrms w/...

Posted on 04/11/2025

61 Chester Rd 61, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

Get ready to fall in love with this spacious & sun-filled 3+ bedroom, 2 bath condo offering 1,750 sq. ft. of beautifully maintained living space in the heart of Cushing Square! This charming home blends classic character with modern updates; featuring a gas fireplaced living room with beamed ceilings, formal dining room with crown molding, and a granite/stainless eat-in kitchen with gas cooking and pantry. Flexible layout includes a home office or 4th bedroom, plus a cozy 3rd floor family room. Enjoy oak & pine hardwood floors, a lovely front screened-in porch, and a private rear deck tucked away in the trees. Updated 2-zone gas...

Posted on 04/11/2025

19 Court St. 19, Medford, MA 02155 is now new to the market!

Sun-drenched and spacious, this 2005 Colonial townhome, attached only by the garage wall, offers privacy and modern living in a desirable location. Situated on the rear of a beautifully landscaped 10,770 sq ft lot, this 2,050 sq ft home boasts 8 rooms, 3 bdrms, and 2.5 baths. The first floor features an open flr plan with high ceilings, an eat-in chef's kitchen with oak cabinets, granite counters, SS appliances, and a peninsula eating bar. Enjoy formal dining with a tray ceiling, plus a convenient 1/2 bath w/ full-size washer & dryer. The second floor offers a primary bdrm with a walk-in closet and en suite bath, two additional bdrms w/...