In the competitive Boston real estate market, making a strong first impression is paramount. Staging, the art of presenting a property in its most appealing light, has become a crucial tool for attracting buyers and maximizing sale price. But the staging landscape has evolved, offering two primary options: traditional, physical staging and [...]

We are less than 60 days from June 1st, the first major move-in date in Boston's apartment market. Inventory is picking up and we are seeing greater availability than last [...]

As we are approaching the end of the Fall market here in Boston, here is a look at some year-to-date data and how this year compares with the past few years.

Discount points are a one-time fee paid at closing to a lender in exchange for a lower interest rate.  Put more simply, it is a one-time fee that you pay up-front to “buy” a lower interest rate for your mortgage.  During periods of high interest rates, they are a popular way for borrowers to make their monthly payments [...]

In recent months, there have been many news stories about lawsuits and settlements involving real estate broker commissions.  Like all other industries, real estate is constantly changing and [...]

After a second place finish last year, we returned to the YGB Games this year looking for victory.  Unfortunately, we weren't able to come away with the win, but we had a fun time supporting a great cause!

George Warshaw of Warshaw, DiCarlo & Poncia, P.C. recently gave our office an update on how limited liability companies are being utilized in the purchase of real estate in and around Boston.  Here is a high level overview:

Limited Liability Companies are often used in real estate to own property. An LLC not only provides liability [...]

2023 was an interesting year in Boston real estate. The rapid rise in interest rates seemed to be a leading cause in the lack of available homes for sale (i.e. inventory). We heard some would-be sellers lament that while they would prefer to sell and buy something larger, the interest rate spike meant that their monthly payments would be [...]

For retail property owners and property managers, it can be useful to track trends in retail sales.  Industries that are experiencing sales growth may be a better target for marketing an available location than an industry that is seeing a [...]

While the Spring market (from February through June) is typically considered prime time to search for a home in Boston, the Fall market is also a great time to buy and sell. As the chart below of new listings by month shows, we typically see a surge of inventory in [...]