If you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know the number of homes for sale right now is low. That’s because, this season, there are fewer sellers listing their houses for sale than the norm.

Looking back at every April since 2017, the only year when fewer sellers listed their homes was in April 2020, when the pandemic hit and stalled the housing market (shown in red in the graph below). In more typical years, roughly 500,000 sellers add their homes to the market in April. This year, we saw fewer than 400,000 sellers entering the market in April (see graph below):

While there are a number of factors contributing to this trend, one thing keeping inventory low right now is that some homeowners are reluctant to move when the…

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If you’re reading headlines about inflation or mortgage rates, you may see something about the recent decision from the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But what does it mean for you, the housing market, and your plans to buy a home? Here’s what you need to know.

Inflation and the Housing Market

While the Fed’s working hard to lower inflation, the latest data shows that, while the number has improved some, the inflation rate is still higher than the target (2%). That played a role in the Fed's decision to raise the Federal Funds Rate last week. As Bankrate explains:

“Keeping its inflation-fighting streak alive, the Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the 10th time in 10 meetings . . . The hikes aimed to cool an economy that was on fire…

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There’s been some concern lately that the housing market is headed for a crash. And given some of the affordability challenges in the housing market, along with a lot of recession talk in the media, it’s easy enough to understand why that worry has come up.

But the data clearly shows today’s market is very different than it was before the housing crash in 2008. Rest assured, this isn’t a repeat of what happened back then. Here’s why.

It’s Harder To Get a Loan Now

It was much easier to get a home loan during the lead-up to the 2008 housing crisis than it is today. Back then, banks had different lending standards, making it easy for just about anyone to qualify for a home loan or refinance an existing one. As a result, lending institutions took…

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There are occasions where a "rent-to-own" opportunity may be available: that is, where the tenant can rent the property with the option to buy it before the lease expires.  It gives the tenant the chance to see what living in the home is like before committing to purchasing.  The monthly rental payments can be applied to the down payment at a price that's typically agreed upon at lease signing.  You can read more about it here.

Whether you're looking to buy, sell or rent, I can help you - contact me to get started!


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Closings have begun at The Residences at the St. Regis, and the long-awaited restaurant space in the building will be opening in May: Savr, an American bistro that will be comparable to Davio's in offering both causal and business options.  It will have 2 bars, a private dining room, and a grand staircase offering the luxury aesthetic the St. Regis brand has been synonymous with.  

For St. Regis residences, there will be a private entrance, exclusive seating, and the ability to order room service directly to their homes.  You can read more about it here.

Thinking of living at the St. Regis?  Click here to see all homes on the market and contact me for more information!


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If you’re planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process. It assesses the condition of the home before you finalize the transaction. It’s also a different step in the process from an appraisal, which is a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the lender to confirm or verify the value of the home prior to lending a buyer money for the purchase. Here’s the breakdown of each one and why they’re both important when buying a home.

Home Inspection

Here’s the key difference between an inspection and an appraisal. Bankrate says:

“In short, while an appraisal helps you understand a home’s value, inspections help you understand a home’s condition.”

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42 8TH STREET #2101
2 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHROOMS | 1,127 SQ FT | 2 DEEDED PARKING SPACES

Are you ready for summer? One of the most unique homes at Parris Landing, this well -designed duplex has exposed brick & stone walls, an open kitchen with tumbled backsplash, granite counters, breakfast bar, attractive lighting, California closets & the pièce de résistance - an amazing FENCED IN PATIO that allows for outdoor entertaining & GRILLING year round! Just steps from the well manicured gardens and outdoor pool, the patio is a great extension to this very special home. Conveniently located on the 1st and 2nd floor of building 2, access is easy for walking through with groceries, packages, strollers or pets. Impeccable finishes throughout. New HVAC with…

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Last Wednesday night, the Town of Lexington became the first in Massachusetts to comply with the MBTA Communities act when support of it was voted on at the Town Meeting with 107 votes in favor and 63 opposed.  The MBTA Communities Act requires communities to zone for multi-family housing near public transportation.  It was put in place to help solve what the government deems a housing crisis in Massachusetts in terms of available and affordable housing.

The Town of Lexington's approved proposal will create 227 acres of overlay districts for multi-family zoning in 12 areas of Lexington, including the Town Center.  It includes more than quadruple the required 50 acres.

Read more about it at the Boston Globe.

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As the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where it’ll go from here. One factor you’re probably thinking about is home prices, which have come down a bit since they peaked last June. And you’ve likely heard something in the news or on social media about a price crash on the horizon. As a result, you may be holding off on buying a home until prices drop significantly. But that’s not the best strategy.

A recent survey from Zonda shows 53% of millennials are still renting right now because they’re waiting for home prices to come down. But here’s the thing: the most recent data shows that home prices appear to have bottomed out and are now on the rise again. Selma Hepp, Chief Economist at CoreLogic, reports:

“U.S. home prices…

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Over the last year, the housing market’s gone through significant change. While it’s still a sellers’ market, homes that are priced right are selling, and they get the most attention from buyers right now. If you’re thinking of selling your house this spring, it’s important to lean on your expert real estate advisor when it comes to setting a list price. As Realtor.com explains:

“Move-in-ready homes with curb appeal and in desirable areas—and that are priced to sell—are especially likely to move quickly this spring.”

In today’s market, how you price your house will not only make a big difference to your bottom line, but to how quickly your house will sell.Why Pricing Your House Right Matters

Your asking price sends a message to potential…

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