Category: Real Estate Articles

How to Sell a House Out of State [Guide]

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Timing isn’t always perfect in the world of real estate and sometimes you end up having to buy a new home before selling your old one. This situation can become even more difficult to manage if you are having to move far away or out of state from your previous residence. Selling a house across … Continued
Sell a Vacant Home in Massachusetts

How to Sell a Vacant Property in Massachusetts

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If you have ownership of a vacant property and are not sure what to do with it, it might be a good idea to consider selling the empty house. Real estate can prove itself to be a valuable asset, but it must be managed appropriately to reap the benefits. Oftentimes, selling the house can be … Continued
Sell Multi Family Home

How to Sell Your Multi-Family Property Fast in Massachusetts

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Selling a multifamily residence can prove more challenging and complex than selling a single-family home. There are many variables involved, including current tenants living on the property or regulations that must be followed in order to sell the home legally. While there are many factors to consider, it does not mean the multifamily property cannot … Continued
Selling an Inherited House in Massachusetts

How to Sell an Inherited House in Massachusetts

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Inheriting a house can be an emotional process. In the circumstance of inheritance, you are likely mourning the loss of a loved one while also having to simultaneously manage assets and finances. Receiving a home through inheritance can seem confusing and complicated at first, but this guide will provide valuable information to help you make … Continued
Selling Your House While Divorcing in Massachusetts

Selling Your House While Divorcing in Massachusetts

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During a divorce, one of the most difficult steps is dividing up the assets between both parties. A house is one of the most complicated assets to split because it is large, stays in one place, and can be expensive to maintain. Unless one spouse is willing and able to take over the mortgage of … Continued
Massachusetts Foreclosure Moratorium

Massachusetts Foreclosure Moratorium: What You Need to Know

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The state of Massachusetts passed Chapter 65 of the Acts of 2020, establishing a temporary moratorium to prohibit non-essential evictions and foreclosures. This act was titled “An Act for a Moratorium on Evictions and Foreclosures During the COVID-19 Emergency,” and expired on October 17, 2020. With the expiration of this state moratorium, the Centers for … Continued
Avoid Foreclosure in Massachusetts

4 Ways to Avoid Foreclosure in Massachusetts

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Have you missed payments on your mortgage? Have you received the dreaded foreclosure notice from your lender? If so, you are likely wondering what your options are to avoid foreclosure and stay in your home. This guide will walk you through how to avoid foreclosure in Massachusetts. In Massachusetts, there are many ways to prevent … Continued
Late on Mortgage Payments Due to Coronovirus?

Are You Late on Your Mortgage Due to the Coronavirus?

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A recent survey by the Mortgage Bankers Association demonstrated a 4 percentage point jump in delinquency rates during the last quarter, the largest quarterly rise to be reported in MBA history. Specifically, FHA loans demonstrated a record high number of delinquency rates. In Boston, Massachusetts, early-stage delinquencies (over 30 days past due) were up to … Continued

6 Steps to Selling Your Own House in Massachusetts That Needs Repairs

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You’ve come to the conclusion that it might be time to sell your house in Massachusetts and are concerned about the significant amount of damage it contains. If you don’t have the time or funds to make repairs, here are 6 steps for selling your house in Massachusetts. Sell Your Home “As-Is” Listing your home … Continued

Can My Home Still Be Foreclosed During COVID-19?

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In response to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was instituted in late March as a way to ease the financial burden experienced by Americans during this crisis. The effects of this order were recently extended to December 31, 2020. If you are faced with financial difficulty … Continued
Tips for Baby Boomers to Sell a House

Boomers, Ready to Sell Your House? Here are 5 Easy Ways.

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Sometimes we are ready for change and with that change comes the need or want to sell our current home. Whether it is a want or a necessity due to a financial hardship, there are 5 ways to sell your home in Massachusetts.  This guide will help you determine which option will work best for … Continued
COVID-19 Home Selling

Is Selling a House During the COVID-19 Pandemic a Good Idea?

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As the COVID-19 crisis continues to change the way we live, many people want to know how it will affect the housing market. Most importantly homeowners want to know if they can still sell their home and if so, how will it affect the pricing and are their interested buyers at this point? The Housing … Continued