First, we’re so sorry for your loss. This can be a very challenging time for many reasons, and dealing with property ownership is tough at the best of times. You’re thinking, “I inherited a house, what to do with this house?” Should I rent it? Should I sell it?  How should I sell it? Tons … Continued

If you’ve gotten a foreclosure notice of default and want to know what the heck is going on, keep reading. Basically, a foreclosure notice of default is a document that has to be filed by a lender to start the process of foreclosure. The foreclosure notice of default must be sent to anyone who has … Continued

Your neighbor just got an offer on their Cambridge triple-decker, and you’re thinking about selling too. But there’s one problem: you’ve got a lien on your property. Maybe it’s from that contractor who did work on your basement. Or unpaid property taxes from when you were between jobs. Don’t panic. You’re not stuck. I’ve been … Continued

You’re staring at those cracks in your basement wall again. They weren’t there last year. Or maybe they were smaller. Either way, they’re not going anywhere, and neither are the questions racing through your mind. I’ve been buying houses in Massachusetts for over fifteen years, and I can tell you straight up: foundation problems don’t … Continued

When you fall behind on your mortgage payments on your Massachusetts home, it can feel like you’re drowning in debt. Even if you’re able to make your monthly payment, catching up on a past due balance can be an overwhelming challenge. There are a few options that can help you to avoid foreclosure in Massachusetts and … Continued

Looking at a musty smell in your Cambridge basement, or finding dark spots behind your Somerville kitchen cabinets? You’re not alone. Mold issues affect thousands of Massachusetts homeowners every year, and they can turn your home sale from smooth sailing into a real nightmare if you’re not prepared. I’ve been buying houses across the Bay … Continued

Is it still a buyer’s market today in Massachusetts? As experts in the Massachusetts real estate market, we get asked this question a lot. The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. The State of the Market for Buyers in Massachusetts Massachusetts First off, it really depends on the property type and location. Single-family … Continued

Hiring a real estate agent in Massachusetts can be frustrating. So what are the steps on how to find a good real estate agent in Massachusetts? Many local large real estate brokers will spend thousands of dollars each month to ensure that their agents are the most visible, whether it be online, in the Yellow Pages, … Continued

With millions of homes across the country going into foreclosure, it’s important for both buyers and mortgage holders to understand the process. So what is a pre-foreclosure in Massachusetts anyway? Many homeowners across America and Massachusetts are facing difficulties making their monthly mortgage payments. When a homeowner misses 3-6 months of mortgage payments, the lending institution will … Continued

While the housing market is rebounding, many people in Massachusetts] are still struggling to make their mortgage payments. If you’re underwater on your home, or having trouble keeping up with your monthly mortgage payments, you could be fearful that your mortgage provider is going to foreclose. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you can do … Continued