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August 10, 2026

Selling in a Down Market: Greater Boston Strategy

Selling in a slower Greater Boston market means adjusting price, preparation, and terms before the listing goes stale. Here’s how to read the signals, decide when to reposition, and still get to the closing table when other homes are sitting. read more

Price High or Low? How Boston Listings Miss

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August 6, 2026

In Greater Boston’s current market, single-family homes are selling in a median 28 days at 102.3% of list price. Price even slightly above what the… read more
Realtor Commissions in Greater Boston After NAR Settlement

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August 5, 2026

Since the NAR settlement took effect in August 2024, Greater Boston sellers have more explicit choices about buyer-broker compensation, and none of them are automatic.… read more
1031 Exchange for Boston Investment Property Sellers

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August 4, 2026

Selling a Dorchester or Jamaica Plain investment property? A 1031 exchange can defer your capital gains tax, but the clock starts the day you close. read more
Seller Net Sheets: Boston, Brookline & Quincy

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August 3, 2026

A seller net sheet in Greater Boston starts with your sale price and works down through broker fees, the Massachusetts deed excise tax, required certificates,… read more
Is Staging Worth It in Jamaica Plain & Greater Boston?

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August 1, 2026

Staging in Jamaica Plain, Dorchester, and Somerville can mean the difference between a first-weekend offer and a listing that sits. This post breaks down full-service… read more
Cost to Sell a Home in Greater Boston 2026

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July 31, 2026

Selling a home in Greater Boston in 2026 means navigating a specific set of costs—some set by statute, others fully negotiable. Here’s a clear breakdown… read more
Rent or Buy a House in 2026? The Real Math for Boston

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July 30, 2026

Should I rent or buy a house in 2026? If you’ll stay 5+ years and can cover the full monthly cost, buying builds equity renting… read more
Do You Need a Real Estate Agent? The Honest Answer

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July 29, 2026

No, you’re not legally required to use a real estate agent. Here’s when going without one works in Boston, and when it costs you far… read more
Things to Consider Buying a House: A Boston Buyer’s Framework

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July 28, 2026

The things to consider in buying a house: budget, inspection, location data, hidden costs, and red flags, explained by a 30-year Boston broker. read more
Should You Sell Your Boston Home to a Cash Buyer?

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July 27, 2026

Boston cash buyers and flippers typically offer 70-85% of market value. Here’s how to check the real math before you skip a traditional listing. read more
Roxbury, Boston MA: What to Know Before You Buy or Sell

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July 26, 2026

Roxbury Boston MA has median home prices near $495,000 and fast-moving inventory. Here’s what buyers, sellers, and investors need to know in 2026. read more
Repricing an Expired Listing in Roxbury or Hyde Park

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July 25, 2026

Expired listing repricing in Roxbury and Hyde Park works when new comps, fresh photos, and a 5-8% price cut replace the old MLS entry entirely. read more