In December 2023, The Massachusetts Association of Realtors (MAR) saw the lowest recorded number of single-family homes and condominiums for sale in a given month in Massachusetts since it began reporting monthly housing date in 2004. Additional data provided by MAR showed that "the median sales price for single-family homes increased by [...]
When deciding between renting or buying a home, think about these three factors:
1. Buying a home means avoiding rising rents.
When you rent: Your monthly payment generally goes up each time you sign or renew a lease.
When you buy: With your fixed-rate mortgage, your monthly payment is locked in for the length of your home loan.
2. Homeowners own a tangible and valuable [...]
Discover unique condo living in the Village of Shelburne Falls. Perched over the Deerfield River and overlooking the Bridge of Flowers and the hills beyond. Relax on the balcony, admire the unprecedented views of the famous flowered bridge and beyond as the river flows below providing a sense of calm. Direct river access offers you the [...]
Montague stands as another cultural focal point within Franklin County. It extends north of Leverett and is made up of five distinct villages—Montague Center, Montague City, Turners Falls, Millers Falls, and Lake Pleasant. Situated to the west is the Connecticut River, featuring a historic dam and canal constructed in the 1800s to supply [...]
Becoming a homebuyer is an exciting and significant milestone in life. However, the process of buying a home can be a bit overwhelming the first time. You may be unsure if owning a home is right for you and the steps to take towards becoming a homeowner. In my 2023 Spring Buyer Guide, I outline some of the factors which play into owning a [...]
Located in a rural area of Massachusetts and bordering New Hampshire, Warwick is a small town with a population of about 750 people. Warwick is surrounded by beautiful forests and hills with only one state highway which runs through it, Route 78. Warwick has a lot of wooded areas, making it quite a peaceful place to [...]
If you are considering owning a home, check out these top reasons to own your home and the benefits of home ownership from Wanda's Winter 2023 Buyers' Guide:
Whately lies on the southern border of Franklin County, north of Hampshire County and is bisected by Interstate 91. Whately has been and continues to be a mainly agricultural area with commercial crops including apples, cider, hay, maple products, tobacco, and vegetables. With so many farms around, you can find a lot of delicious, fresh [...]
Incredible opportunity to own and restore an impressive 1906 Arts & Crafts home located on 5 acres in the beautiful hills of Conway. This grand “castle” like structure was designed and constructed by D.F. Allis who patented the cement bricks used to build the luxurious Weldon Hotel in Greenfield. The interior craftsmanship alone would cost [...]
Historic c.1810 Brick Colonial with attached renovated carriage barn is located in the heart Shelburne Falls and provides the perfect balance for both residential and commercial use. This rare treasure features charming period details, ornate fireplaces, beautiful woodwork and many built-ins. Spacious living quarters are on the second and [...]
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