Buying a home in Massachusetts is one of the most important financial decisions you will make in your lifetime. It's likely also one of the most expensive ones. That means you need to do everything possible to ensure that it's a smart decision. Read on to learn how...
Real Estate
What do the current trends suggest for Boston condominium developers?
These are uncertain economic times. With a heavily contested presidential election in our recent past, a drawn-out global pandemic and an unusual amount of civic unrest throughout the nation, economics are having a difficult time predicting the real estate market from...
What are the different types of real estate deeds?
The two kinds of real estate deeds in Massachusetts are official or private deeds. Official deeds result from court orders or proceedings, while private deeds are generally used by individuals and businesses. These deeds can be further broken down into types of title...
Will you need an attorney’s help when buying a home?
Many home buyers forget that the process involves more than touring listings, making an offer and closing the deal. Especially if you’re buying your first home, the excitement that comes with the purchase may cause you to overlook other important steps. You will...
How to spot a predatory loan when buying your first home
Boston’s rich history, myriad career and education opportunities and proximity to the coast have made it an attractive destination for first-time homebuyers for decades. Its popularity and accessibility as one of the northeast’s hub cities have increased the value of...
What are the options for commercial tenants who can’t pay their lease?
The effect of unfavorable market conditions on a business can present untenable obstacles to that business or commercial property renter. When a tenant cannot pay the rent assigned in their lease agreement, they may choose to withhold that rent or abandon the property...
Why do I need to do a title search?
Your house is one of the largest investments you will make. And with the high prices of Boston real estate, you don’t want to encounter any problems when buying your new home. But problems with the title of a home can cause you to lose thousands of dollars. To avoid...