Elaborate Decor in Victorian Homes and Condos for Sale in Boston
October 20, 2012As I mentioned in a previous blog about young real estate buyers in Boston [link to blog from last week], the lighter and more neutral the décor of your home, the more buyers can relate to the space and imagine themselves living in it. Most homes and condos for sale in Boston’s Back Bay, Beacon Hill or South End neighborhoods are historic homes and many were built in the Victorian era. Read More
Young Buyers Invest in Boston Luxury Real Estate
October 13, 2012There are more young buyers in the luxury market compared to a few years ago. Their price range generally varies from $400K to $20M – a very wide range depending on the couple. That said, it’s important to make sure that Boston condo sellers are in tune with the younger buying power and their increased presence in the market. Read More
Now a Seller’s Market in Boston Luxury Real Estate
October 6, 2012The market has definitely turned around and the sellers are delighted. Unfortunately, buyers don’t have as much negotiating room as they had for the past two years. In some of the best Boston neighborhoods, every listing under $1.5M has had multiple offers and sold for way over the asking price. As a result, many unhappy and disappointed buyers are faced with what to do next. Read More
Why You Should Buy a Boston Home Now
September 22, 2012With mortgage rates way down and rents on the rise, buyers should seriously consider buying a Boston home instead of simply renting. Analyzing the current numbers, it’s a better investment to purchase property than support a local landlord. Read More
Strong Boston Luxury Real Estate Housing Market
September 8, 2012With a strengthening Boston luxury real estate market , more sellers have confidence that they can get a good price for their property. A recent flood of inventory has come on the market, and it is important to differentiate your Boston condo from others. Read More
Boston Luxury Real Estate Update: Rental Season in Full Swing
August 11, 2012August is a crazy rental month in the greater Boston area. With colleges and graduate schools starting back in September, everyone is scrambling to find an apartment. Due to inventory shortage and the high demand for living space, Boston luxury real estate rents are skyrocketing. This pricy trend is not unique to the high- end market, but smaller rental units are leasing as if there’s no tomorrow. Read More
Bathroom Renovation for Your Boston Luxury Condo
July 21, 2012If you have purchased your Boston home several years ago, it is probably time to think about upgrading it a little bit. Small improvements go a long way and add a lot to the property value. Read More
Boston Real Estate Market Analysis
June 30, 2012The 2012 spring market has been fairly active and the quarterly report for the Back Bay neighborhood definitely demonstrates recent, robust activity. The Boston real estate market has been especially active in certain Boston condos that fall within a specific square footage. Read More
To Move in or To Build?
June 9, 2012Some buyers get frustrated waiting for the right property to come on the market, so they decide to renovate or build a home from the ground up. In the Boston neighborhood suburbs, homes are being bought just to be demolished and built from scratch – these Boston homes are sometimes in the 6 or 7 digit price range. The buyers design a floor plan that works for them and select finishes according to their taste. Their money is well spent and the outcome is exactly what they have been looking for. Read More
Looking for Property as a Couple
June 2, 2012For the most part, couples agree on their Boston condos wish list, and the criteria are generally similar. Once in a while though, I get married clients who have a totally different wish list. Not only does this create relationship stress, it can become quite a challenge for the Boston luxury real estate agent. Fortunately these occasions are rare. With some experience and a bit of diplomacy on the agent’s part, the property search can end happily. Read More