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The Golden Window: Why Now Is the Best Time to Buy a Home in Greater Boston (and Beyond!)

🚀 The Golden Window: Why Now Is the Best Time to Buy a Home in Greater Boston (and Beyond!) Home Search for All Open Houses this Weekend See full details about when it the best time to buy in Boston this Year Best Time to Buy Greater Boston Home 2025 ...

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Your MA Homebuying Cheat Sheet: Understanding Closing Costs

Demystifying Closing Costs: Your Guide to Buying a Home in Massachusetts 🏡 Buying a home is exciting, but let’s be real—the final bill can be a bit of a mystery. We’re talking about **closing costs**, those extra fees that come with finalizing your home purchase. While you might see a ...

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Home Affordability Improves This Fall: 3 Key Market Trends for Buyers

Good News: It’s Getting a Little Cheaper To Buy a Home Why it matters: If you hit pause on your home search because of high costs, it might be time to look again. Key signs show affordability is improving this fall, making it a better moment to make your move. ...

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Avoid a Fallen Real Estate Deal

Avoid a Fallen Real Estate Deal Michael Mahoney Realtor | 617-6159435 Why it matters: More home sale contracts are falling apart before closing, creating a major headache for sellers. Knowing why this is happening is the first step to protecting your sale. By the numbers: This June, 15% of pending ...

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Your Window To Buy a Home Just Opened Up

Buying a Home Is Finally Getting a Little Easier This Fall Why it matters: For the last couple of years, buying a home felt impossible for many. But the numbers are starting to shift. The typical monthly mortgage payment is already about $290 lower than it was just a few ...

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Don’t Bet on a Recession to Crash Housing Prices – History Says You’ll Lose

Think It’s Better To Wait for a Recession Before You Move? Think Again. Fear of a recession is back in the headlines. And if you’re thinking about buying or selling sometime soon, that may leave you wondering if you should reconsider the timing of your move. A recent survey by ...

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Masshousing Announcing 25k in Downpayment Assistance

Recent Announcement: Expanded Down Payment Assistance for First-Time Buyers in Massachusetts Yes, there was a recent announcement regarding down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers in Massachusetts. On June 11, 2025, MassHousing announced the expansion of its Down Payment Assistance (DPA) mortgage program. This expansion significantly increases the reach and impact ...

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Friday the 13th Real Estate Tip

Beyond the Boo: How a Savvy Agent Protects You from the Scares of Unexpected Home Repairs The Real Haunting: Your Home’s Hidden Costs The scariest thing about a new house isn’t a ghost in the attic—it’s a surprise $15,000 repair bill. Why it matters: Falling for a home’s surface-level charm ...

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