Monthly Archives: March 2011

Ghosts in the Attic – What to do when Selling

In Massachusetts, real estate brokers struggle to sell homes tainted by shocking murders, suicides, or even suspected “haunted houses.”  For real estate brokers, sellers and buyers, these “stigmatized” properties are particularly difficult to deal with as they raise unique valuation … Continue reading

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Is this a good time to Buy a Home

US Housing Market Monthly (Mar 2011) *Good article related to this post! There was plenty of government incentive last year to kick up the interest in buying a new home.  Between federal tax credits, reduced prices, and lower interest rates, the … Continue reading

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New Massachusetts Homestead Act Revision March 2011

* Automatically protects up to $125,000 in home equity without filing * Protects up to $500,000 for those who file for homestead protection * Allows spouses to both file– currently only one may file * Clarifies that there is no … Continue reading

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