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Pending Home Sales Move Forward in February
Today's market report from the National Association of Realtors:
"Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, says pending sales made promising strides in February, rising to the highest index reading since last July (109.8). "After some volatility this winter, the latest data is encouraging in that a decent number of buyers signed contracts last [...]
Real Estate Market Watch - Interest Rates & Affordability
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun had this to say in a recent article by Robert Freedman for REALTOR MAG on interest rates and affordability:
"Yun is forecasting the rate on a 30-year fixed loan to rise to 4.3 percent by the end of the year and then to about 5 percent at the end of 2017. These are “very low by historical standards,” he [...]
Is Renovating Your Home Worth It?
The process can feel overwhelming.You may decide to just unload and move on. We can help you determine what's best for you. Estimating current, concise market value is our expertise. Establishing today's value as is or estimating future value post-renovation is crucial information when weighing your options. It's no wonder there's confusion; [...]
That Sold for HOW MUCH?
No kitchen, no bathroom, no garage, no windows, no doors, not even a yard...for $4.75 million?? Click here for the full story on what prime piece of massachusetts real estate commanded a multi-million dollar sale price!
Tips for Keeping Your Home Safe
Do you leave your lights on at night? NPR reported recenlty that it might make more sense to get to know your neighbors better instead.
Read the full story here and plan a pot luck.
Tips For Keeping Your Home Safe
- During the day, turn off your outdoor lights and leave your alarm system on.
- Install motion-detecting lights.
- Set timers for your lights, TVs and radios to mimic human
