If you live or own property in Boston - as a renter, homeowner, or investor - you need to be aware that Tom Menino is pushing for even more regulation to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars. This onerous regulation is going to require property owners and residents to submit energy usage or face fines of up to $9,000.00 for residents or $90,000.00 for commercial property owners. The details from the Greater Boston Real Estate Board are below, but this is clearly a "stick" vs "carrot" approach and has not produced any tangible benefits in energy conservation in areas of the country where it has already been attempted. The only benefit is to the firms that do energy audits and an increased payroll at City Hall to manage the process. I urge you to contact your City councilor and let... 03/20/2013

North End one bedroom condos (popular with first-time buyers) and West End one bedrooms (popular with medical residents and professionals) have shown good growth over the past 6 years. In the January 1, 2007 - March 1, 2007 time frame, the average price of a one-bedroom was $306K or $495.00 a square foot (all information obtained from MLSPIN). In the same period in 2013, the prices jumped 20% to an average price of $368K or $634.00 a square foot. Given the lack of inventory, low interest rates and rising rents I think the one-bedroom / two-bedroom market in these areas is going to be very competitive for the Spring 2013 market. Make sure you have a buyer agent experienced with multiple-bid situations, like Buyer Agents of Boston, so your dream home will be come a reality. 03/19/2013

Although it is snowing outside, I'm thinking of opening day and along with it the Fenway condo market. Just ran some numbers and one bedrooms are stable with where they were back in the January 1 to March 1, 2007 timeframe where the average one bedroom sold for $311K was a little bit higher than in the same timeframe as 2013 where the average selling price (all info obtained from MLSPIN) was $298K. For the two bedroom condo market, the average sale price in 2007 was $369K and in 2013 the average sale price increased 11% to $410K. Thinking about buying a home near Fenway Park? Just let me know and we can get started right away. 03/19/2013

One of my buyers who was just pre-approved asked me if we should set up her search for homes a bit above her price range. Fair question.  I often set up searches for my home buyer clients above their pre-approval maximum, but in this case I said we should not. In what price range should you look for a home?   It may sound like an obvious silly question - in the price range you can afford, right?  But there is more to it than that.  Consider the following when setting up a property search online or through a buyer's agent on MLS: 1. What's the market doing?  In a tight market, most sales will be close to the asking price or higher.  I'm experiencing this now in my area, so looking above the top of a buyer's range of affordability is a set up for frustration and heartache.   When the mark... 03/18/2013

Not to be outdone, Beacon Hill is not too far behind it's neighbor when it comes to price appreciation over the past 6 years. For one bedroom condos, the average selling price in the period of Jan 1, 2007 - March 1, 2007 was $419K with a price per square foot of $672. In the same period in 2013, the average selling price jumped 38% to $581K with a $731 price per square foot. Looking at two bedrooms, the average sale price jumped from $721K in the Jan 1 - March 1, 2007 period to $939K in 2013, an increase of 30% with an average price per square foot of $753 in 2013 (all data provided by MLSPIN). Don't forget that Buyer Agents of Boston is a Beacon Hill specialist - just give us a call or send an e-mail and we can get started on your home search right away. 03/18/2013

I just ran some numbers for a Back Bay client and 2 bedroom prices are up over 45% since 2007. In the period of Jan 1, 2007 through March 1, 2007, the average 2 bedroom condo in the Back Bay was selling for $966K with an average price per square foot of $677.00 (all info obtained from MLSPIN) Fast forward to the same period in 2013 and the average selling price was up to $1,406K for a 2 bedroom condo and a price per square foot of $990.00. Not a bad return on investment plus you had a place to live. Thinking about buying in the Back Bay, South End or any community within the 128 belt? Just give me a call or send me an e-mail and we can start on your home search right away. 03/18/2013

  This week I had the opportunity to spend some time with Peter Souhleris and Dave Seymour of A&E’s Hit TV Show, Flipping Boston, when they hosted our Habitat for Humanity charity auction in Lowell, Massachusetts.  These two young entrepreneurs have made a name for themselves in the Boston area as experts in buying and flipping real estate.  In addition to running a successful house flipping business and appearing regularly on their TV show, they also own a well known real estate firm, and they have a soon to be released book, The Flipping Formula, on investing in and rehabbing real estate.  Whenever I have the opportunity to meet successful business people I use my time wisely to pick their brains about their accomplishments.  So, how is it these guys are killing it in business while ... 03/11/2013

Interested in Buying or Selling a condo in the South End of Boston? No need to try to time the market, its happening! For small to mid sized condos (700-850 sq.ft) 14 units are currently active yet 8 already have contracts written and pending one or more contingencies. Inventory is NOT keeping up with demand resulting multiple offers. With as much as half the units being put under agreement in a just a few days buyers need to be aware that its not always the almighty $ that wins out in a multiple bid situation. Terms, conditions and a willingess to close on the Seller's schedule may win out.  Good luck this spring. South End Boston Homes & Condos For Sale 03/03/2013

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info Milton Homes For Sale Homes for Sale Need a Mortgage? Real Estate Listings in Boston Homes for Sale Quincy Homes for Sale Homes for Sale Roslindale Homes for Sale Search All Homes For Sale Free List of Foreclosed Homes For Sale What is Your Home Worth?   Michael Mahoney Remax Boston 888-978-5613 Questions?Schedule a Showing! MLS#: 71461563   Licensed In:MA License #:9051300 Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 79 Astoria Street Boston, MA Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools Nosey Neighbor? Foreclosure Homes Just Listed     * * *WORTH EVERY PENNY $ Click for current price 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS (1 ful... 02/27/2013

The City of Boston Takes a Serious Look at Energy Scoring     Engergy Scoring, or the use of "uniform" rating tools designed to help property owners, landlords and prospective consumers of real estate to evaluate the energy efficiency of one property over the other, sounds appealing.  But is it a good idea?  Over the last few years, government regulators and utility operators have stepped up efforts to advance the idea of energy scoring in local communities across the country.Recent press coverage and attention to this issue by politicians has begun to emerge as environmental regulators in Boston are pushing the City to become the first municipality in Massachusetts to require both commercial and residential building owners (including condominiums) to “score” their building, or face enf... 02/25/2013

Blizzard Nemo in West Roxbury MA Today, Sunday 2/10/2013, we are at home again.  The plows have come through, but much work still remains in order for us to be able to go out safely.  A large mountain of snow sits in front of our driveway. We look forward to a sunny, mild day, much more pleasant than yesterday's bitter wind.  Snow angels, snow men, and a lot more snow blowing and shoveling is our agenda. We remain grateful for our warm comfortable home, and a couple days of well needed vacation. 02/09/2013

Do you own a modern loft in the Boston area? Then you will enjoy this video of a loft in Toronto being staged. This loft is very similar to the lofts at Northpoint in Cambridge MA and some of the South Boston Lofts at the Macallen Building. Enjoy!      01/29/2013

No one should be surprised at the hot Brighton MA Real Estate market. Current market conditions in the Brighton MA condo market were easy to predict, as they are part of a decade long cycle we see in real estate. Now one of the hottest condo markets in the Boston area, Brighton's better condos are on the market 2-7 days, and enjoy rising prices.   The writing was on the wall.  Look at the falling average days on market, plunging nearly 40% in 2012 from the previous year.  Prices went up and the average sale price / list price ration went up.   What does that mean: condo sellers in Brighton MA are asking for more money, and getting more of it.  This is great news for home sellers, but poses some difficulties to the buyers out there, often feeling the frustration of multiple offer situati... 01/27/2013

Boston Remax Realtor Michael Mahoney spends a few minutes to explain what BNI is and how you can benefit from joining a BNI group.  http://www.RealtorMikeMahoney.com Check out the Back Bay Boston BNI Site here: http://www.backbaybni.com/ View my Remax Boston Realtor BNI Profile here @ http://rem.ax/Vlp9pB     BNI What You Should Know     Weekly meetings last for 90 minutes. Members need to arrive on time and stay for the entire meeting. Only one person from each professional specialty is accepted into a chapter of BNI. All participants must represent their primary occupation. Attendance is critical. If you cannot attend a meeting, you may send a substitute.   Benefits of Joining Back Bay BNI   Increased exposure to many other business professionals Substantially increase business throug... 01/23/2013

If you are relocating to Boston and looking for a really cool location to live then I highly recommend taking a look at Boston's North End Neighborhood. The North End is also known as Boston's Little Italy and is home to some of Boston's best restaurants. For those looking to buy or rent North End condos are the going to be one of your best options as most of the buildings have been converted to condominiums over the years. Here is a quick video overview of the area. Hope you enjoy!     01/22/2013

Hot off the press - here is the link for this week's open house information for Back Bay, South End, The Fenway, Beacon Hill, Charlestown and Brookline - http://www.buyeragentsofboston.com/searches/2202719.rss Don't forget that our advanced website provides complete property information and access to other helpful tools like Google Streetmaps, Yelp and Education.com for each property 01/18/2013

Are you in search of Charlestown Multi Family Homes For Sale? Well then you have come to the right place. Below is a list of multi family homes for sale in Charlestown . This list includes 2 families, 3 families, duplexes and large 4+ unit buildings for sale in Charlestown MA. If you would like to see any of these Charlestown Multi Family properties please contact David the your local Charlestown real estate expert at 617-259-0235. Enjoy!  01/17/2013

Are you in search of Beacon Hill Multi Family Homes For Sale? Well then you have come to the right place. Below is a list of multi family homes for sale in Beacon Hill. This list includes 2 families, 3 families, duplexes and large 4+ unit buildings for sale in Beacon Hill MA. If you would like to see any of these Beacon Hill Multi Family properties please contact David the your local Beacon Hill real estate expert at 617-259-0235. Enjoy!  01/17/2013

Are you in search of Back Bay Multi Family Homes For Sale? Well then you have come to the right place. Below is a list of multi family homes for sale in Back Bay. This list includes 2 families, 3 families, duplexes and large 4+ unit buildings for sale in Back Bay MA. If you would like to see any of these Back Bay Multi Family properties please contact David the your local Back Bay real estate expert at 617-259-0235. Enjoy!  01/17/2013

Are you in search of Allston Multi Family Homes For Sale? Well then you have come to the right place. Below is a list of multi family homes for sale in Allston. This list includes 2 families, 3 families, duplexes and large 4+ unit buildings for sale in Allston MA. If you would like to see any of these Allston Multi Family properties please contact David the your local Allston real estate expert at 617-259-0235. Enjoy!  01/17/2013