Author: Juan Murray
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How to Price Your Home to Sell in Boston: CMA vs. Zestimate
Your Zestimate can be off by $50,000 or more in Boston. Here’s how a CMA works and how to set a price that gets you offers, not just days on market.
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6D Condo Certificate: A Boston Seller’s Full Guide
Selling a condo in Boston requires a 6D certificate, condo trust documents, and MA-specific closing steps most sellers don’t know about. Here’s what to prepare before you list.
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Massachusetts First-Time Homebuyer Programs: Boston Buyer Guide
Massachusetts offers first-time buyers up to $25,000 in interest-free down payment assistance right now, with a July 31, 2026 deadline. Here’s every program available in Boston and how to stack them.
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Selling an Inherited Home in Massachusetts
Selling an inherited home in Massachusetts involves probate, heir agreement, and tax decisions. Here’s how the process works in Boston from a real estate attorney’s state.
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House Hacking in Jamaica Plain Without Losing Your Lifestyle
Three house-hacking paths for Jamaica Plain buyers — room rental, owner-occupied 2-4 family, and internal ADU — with privacy trade-offs and Boston compliance requirements for each.
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Should You Sell Your Boston Home Now or Wait?
Well-priced homes in Jamaica Plain and Roslindale are clearing in 17-32 days this spring. Here’s what Boston sellers should weigh before deciding to sell now or wait.
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Massachusetts Home Inspection Law for Sellers: What You Need to Know
Massachusetts sellers must now provide a mandatory home inspection disclosure before accepting any offer. Here’s what the law requires and the penalties for non-compliance.
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Selling a Two-Family or Three-Family Home in Boston: What Sellers Need to Know
Selling a 2- or 3-family in Boston? This guide covers tenant rights, buyer types, documentation, and how to price and prepare for maximum proceeds.
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Capital Gains Tax When Selling a Home in Massachusetts
Most Boston homeowners owe $0 in capital gains tax when they sell — but not all. Here’s how Massachusetts taxes home sale profits and who actually owes in 2026.
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What Happens After You Accept an Offer in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, accepting a buyer’s offer initiates a legally binding process, beginning with the Offer to Purchase (OTP) and followed by the Purchase and Sale Agreement (P&S) within 10-14 days. Sellers must manage deadlines, inspections, and required certificates while coordinating with their attorney to ensure a successful closing, typically 30-45 days later.
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How Much Will You Net Selling Your Home in Boston?
Boston home sellers pay commission, MA tax stamps, attorney fees, and more — totaling 8-10% of sale price. Here’s exactly what you’ll walk away with after costs.
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My Boston Home Listing Expired: What Should I Do Next?
Your Boston listing expired without selling. The cause is almost always price, presentation, or promotion. Here’s how to diagnose which one and build a relaunch that works.