Danger…Appraisals Ahead!
We’re in a challenging marketplace…because of the low inventory, home prices are increasing month over month since January 2013, driven by home buyers eager to take advantage of incredibly low interest rates. Since Fall 2012, Arlington and surrounding community home prices have increased by approx. 3-5%, due to high demand for housing in our area…. Read More
A Challenging Marketplace Is Testing Buyer Resolve!
As home buyers seek head out to buy homes in today’s market, more often than not, they will be confronted with multiple offer situations. Homeowners appear unconvinced that listing their property “NOW” will benefit them. In the coming months, more properties will hit the market and with that comes competition for homeowners that may impact… Read More
What To Consider When Selling Your Home!
In December, when most of us are busy with holiday events, a springtime home sale appears be a long way away. However, if you’re thinking about putting your home on the market in the new year (spring or earlier), now is the time to ask…Are you prepared? It’s hard to distance yourself from your home… Read More
Business Could Be Booming for Home Sellers!
The real estate market remains active! However, it’s not due to an abundance of homes available. It’s the growing number of eager home buyers, looking at what few properties are available. With interest rates remaining low, buyers are attending open house tours hoping to find a place to call home. Instead, they are finding fellow… Read More
Being Prepared for Bad Weather!
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Recommended actions people can take to minimize the potential damage from storms Prior to a storm, outdoor objects such as trash barrels, lawn furniture, and other items that can be displaced by high winds should be secured or brought inside. In highly flood-prone areas, keep materials on hand like sandbags,… Read More
Blockbuster Movies and Real Estate, What Do They Have in Common?
A blockbuster movie in Massachusetts! Is this the movie of your home, with beautiful scenery, a professional in the director’s seat and more? Or, do you feel like there’s something missing from the start, was pre-production leaving you flat, the crew show lack-luster passion for the story of your home? Leaving you feeling like you’re… Read More
Home Buying & Selling During The Holidays!
Any time of the year, including the holiday season, properties do exchange hands. Just two years ago, I sold a house on Christmas day. My client and I weren’t in the same state. The offer was negotiated, accepted, and with the help of scanned documents, signed. Associates of mine have stories of helping both buyers… Read More
Joey’s Park – A Benefit Walk In Belmont!
It’s not often you have the opportunity to be a part of something special, but this coming Sunday, October 14, you can help raise money for a park that has brought joy to many children, in and out of Belmont. Joey’s park was constructed in 1989, in the memory of Joey O’Donnell, a Winn Brook… Read More
Arlington Home Sales Numbers! Winning Big Time!
After reviewing home sales numbers for the 3rd quarter 2012, Arlington comes in strong among the Boston suburbs… The number of homes sold in the third quarter has increased each year for the past three years. In a year to date comparison with 2011, 34 more single family homes (232) have sold this year, 11… Read More
Arlington MA – Home Sales Report – Forecasting Strong Numbers for QE3 2012
The end of the third quarter is coming soon and articles are being written speculating what the housing market will be in the coming months. In Arlington MA, sales have shown steady growth in 2012 when compared to the same period in 2011. Home prices were elevated in 2011, as sellers attempted to recoup value… Read More
It’s the Right Time To Buy…Is it Your Time?
August 31, 2012 – It’s a good thing, really it is… Recent national news articles, including our local newspaper, the Boston Globe, are indicating that the market is getting stronger. This means that Home Owners are feeling more comfortable about selling their homes, now that home value/prices have improved. I know what you must be… Read More
Easter Seals “Walk With Me” and Century 21 Adams
My name is James Trano, REALTOR® with Century 21 Adams KC, Arlington, MA. Several weeks ago I decided to join Easter Seals’ fundraising event, “Walk With We”. I had the pleasure of supporting Easter Seals by raising donations for the many programs provided to individuals with various disabilities The event, a 5 kilometer walk around Castle Island, brought together… Read More
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