Earlier today I received news that once again, Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino is pushing for onerous and unprecedented control over rental properties. In November 2012, the Boston City Council struck down a similar measure as being duplicative of current rental housing laws (which are some of the most stringent and tenant-focused in the nation) that protect tenants for substandard rental properties that do not comply with the State Sanitary Code. The City has systems, staff, regulations and legal options already at their disposal to deal with sub-par landlords - this is clearly an effort to "kill a fly with a sledgehammer". This new legislation would require all landlords (including individual condo owners who rent their units to others) to register their property with the City, undergo ... 12/12/2012

While the majority of conversations surrounding the fiscal Cliff are about tax increases and spending, the impact it will have on home owners looking to do a short sale is significant. It is estimated that there will be nearly 350,000 short sales in 2013. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that this amounts $1.3 Billion Dollars of taxes that will need to be paid by home owners that do a short sale, if nothing is done.  The particular piece of legislation that needs to be extended to stave off this massive tax hike for distressed home owners is The Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act. This Act enables homeowners to avoid paying taxes on income (in the form of written off debt) that results from doing a short sale. For Example if you purchased a home for $150k and complete a shor... 12/05/2012

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Thinking About Buying a Condo? Here are 3 Things You MUST Know Review The Condo Docs and Look For Restrictions Review The Budget Ask About The Management: Professionally Managed Or Self Managed 12/05/2012

  BOSTON AREA ACTIVERAIN WINTER MEETUP INVITATION BY PRAFUL THAKKAR   BOSTON AREA ACTIVERAIN MEETUP Save the date - DECEMBER 3RD - 11:30 AM The difference is, meeting face-to-face - with our clients or with ActiveRain members. Let's get together to build the relationship, learn from each other and grow and have fun (and verify our profile pictures, too...lol!)  Feel Free to bring in your friends, colleagues, associates... Spread the word... See you at --- VENUE: THE PONGAL RESTAURANT             786 BOSTON ROAD, BILLERICA, MA. DATE: December 3rd @ 11:30 AM RSVP: Online, via eVite, (this link should work - add your name and email address when you reply 'Yes'), email PRAFUL@IPRAFUL.COM call 508-314-1640) 11/28/2012

Boston's Back Bay is one of the best locations to live in Boston. Since most of the single family homes start at 10 mill and go up Back Bay Condos are the most popular option for people looking to buy real estate in Boston's Back Bay. That's why we put together a custom built page that focuses on the top Boston Back Bay condos for sale. These Back Bay condominiums range from small studios to luxurious penthouses.  Click Here to View Our Top Back Bay Condos For Sale or Call 617-259-0235 to speak to our Back Bay Expert!    11/25/2012

Are you a artists living in the Boston area that is looking for a live/work space or artists' loft? Well then you need to check out our special page showcasing Boston artists lofts! This page of lofts spaces is updated daily so be sure to check it frequently if you are in need of that perfect Boston loft!  Click Here To View Out Boston Artists Lofts Guide or Call David at 617-259-0235 for help finding the perfect space!   11/25/2012

The Roxbury Neighborhood of Boston is a diverse community that abuts the South End, Jamaica Plain and Dorchester. It is geographically one the best neighborhoods to live reside in within Boston, due to its closeness to downtown, and many area amenities. It is also great because homes are comparatively much more affordable than in neighborhoods such as the South End and JP. For Example, a 700 square foot 2 bedroom 1 bath condo in the South End goes for approximately $450,000 (on the lower end), while Roxbury has similarly sized condos in the Fort Hill Section of Roxbury, priced just under $210,000. While Roxbury presents a great opportunity for young professionals to buy homes in the city, the numbers show that values are rapidly on the rise. When comparing sales and volume from the fir... 11/23/2012

Allston Multi Families can make great investments for investors looking for properties that offer a high yield/cap rate low vacancy rates, steady rent increases over time and potential to convert to condos down the road. If you are interested in finding a great Allston Multi Family investment please check out our....> Allston Multi Family Guide   11/19/2012

As of today there are 19 condos for sale at Boston's premier luxury building 45 Province. Here is a preview of each of the listings for sale at 45 Province.  Please Call 617-259-0235 to view any of these listings in person!!!  45 Province Street, # 1707Boston - Midtown, MA MLS #: 71439722 Price: $525,000 0 Beds1 BathSq. Ft. 535 Schedule a Showing 45 Province Street, # 1408Boston - Midtown, MA MLS #: 71384480 Price: $825,000 2 Beds2 BathsSq. Ft. 966 Schedule a Showing 45 Province Street, # 910Boston - Beacon Hill, MA MLS #: 71423670 Price: $945,000 1 Bed2 BathsSq. Ft. 1,235 Schedule a Showing 45 Province Street, # 906Boston - Beacon Hill, MA MLS #: 71450833 Price: $1,049,000 2 Beds2 BathsSq. Ft. 1,368 Schedule a Showing 45 Province Street, # 3NBoston - Beacon Hill, MA MLS #: 71253293 Pri... 11/18/2012

One Back Bay also known as 1 Back Bay or the Clarendon is a full service luxury condominum building located at 400 Stuart Street in Boston's Back Bay. This building offers residents contemporary and traditional spirits in a design by world-renowned Robert A.M. Stern Architects. With unparalleled amenities at the heart of the city, The Clarendon offers a luxury lifestyle without compare in Boston. With a graceful post-modern style and sweeping views the residences at the Clarendon are sought after by all buyers looking to own a piece of new construction luxury Boston real estate. Click Here To View Condos For Sale At The Clarendon 11/18/2012

Thomas Park South Boston is a small neighborhood in South Boston that surronds Thomas Park. This location is not listed on the MA MLS so most sites do not have listings near Thomas Park. But we do. Please use this link to check out our Thomas Park listings....   Thomas Park South Boston Homes For Sale 11/12/2012

This week there are 2 new Bay Village Apartments for rent. Thanks for ready and check back next week for more info on Boston's Bay Village Apartment market!    90 Warrenton Street, # 5Boston - Bay Village, MA MLS #: 71452493 Price: $2,100 1 Bed1 BathSq. Ft. 600 Schedule a Showing 28 Isabella Street, # 1Boston - Bay Village, MA MLS #: 71395129 Price: $3,000 1 Bed1 BathSq. Ft. 868 Schedule a Showing 11/12/2012

Are you looking for a South Boston Apartment? Then check out our top 5 South Boston Apartments of the week below.    460 East Third, # 1Boston - South Boston, MA MLS #: 71421767 Price: $2,100 2 Beds1 BathSq. Ft. 800 Schedule a Showing 188 Boston St, # 2Boston - South Boston, MA MLS #: 71452208 Price: $2,200 2 Beds2 BathsSq. Ft. 1,200 Schedule a Showing 137 W 8Th St, # 1Boston - South Boston, MA MLS #: 71451259 Price: $2,200 2 Beds2 BathsSq. Ft. 950 Schedule a Showing 871 East Broadway, # 1Boston - South Boston, MA MLS #: 71446102 Price: $2,400 2 Beds1 BathSq. Ft. 1,200 Schedule a Showing 59 West Seventh Street, # 3Boston - South Boston, MA MLS #: 71452913 Price: $2,400 2 Beds1 BathSq. Ft. 941 Schedule a Showing 11/12/2012

If you are looking for Beacon Hill Real Estate please check out our Beacon Hill Real Estate guide to see this weeks homes, condos, apartments and investments for sale and rent in Boston's Beacon Hill Neighborhood.  Beacon Hill Real Estate Guide!  11/12/2012

  Boston Open House This Weekend There are 61 single family open houses in Boston this weekend. This might be a good weekend to hit the trail and check out some houses if you are on the path for a new home. I have made the report available for you. This report details all of the locations and the times of the open houses. This is for single family homes only.If you are looking the list of Boston condos which will be hosting their open houses this weekend, I will post in my next blog post.   If you miss the open houses and you have questions or need to visit any of the houses please feel free to give us a call anytime @ 617.980.9025 Download Boston Mass Single Family Open House Report for this Weekend   11/09/2012

2012 Monthly Housing MarketReports from The Greater Boston Real Estate Board   Download Greater Boston Real Estate Board September 2012 Market Indicator Report In the Detached Single-Family Home Market: ● The number of detached single-family homes sold unexpectedly declined on an annual basis in September,slipping 3.2 percent as 25 fewer homes sold during month compared to September 2011. This is the first decrease insales activity on a year-to-year basis in fifteen months, dating back to June 2011, when single-family home sales fellnearly 14 percent from the same month one year earlier. The modest decline in sales volume is thought to be temporary,and can be attributed in part to an increasinglylimited supply of homes for sale, some softening in consumer confidence following a rise in ... 11/08/2012

  Back Bay Boston Condo for sale Boston Back Bay MA Condo Market Report Sept 2012. With 174 listings in this report this month it can be said the market is rebounding.  This means good news for both buyers and sellers because the inventory is there and needed.  Interest rates remain low and with the looming election we have no idea what will transpire afterwards.  If your Condo has fallen into the expired on canceled realm you only have two things to consider and they are price and marketing.  If you have been on the market without at least 5 showings a week, then you need to consider what your options are.  If you need helping in getting your Condo sold for market value in under 90 days give me a call, I guarantee the results or you pay me nothing Condominium Active Listings: 91    Avg... 10/17/2012

Bring your blood, sweet and desires. This home is what you see, needs work, plenty of work! A simple job for seasoned builder or home re-modeler, or a buyer willing to put in the effort. What ever way you look at it there's a lot of potential here. 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, fireplace (assumed non-working). Lots of cosmetic work or completely redo the layout and flow of the home. Price reflects AS IS condition. This is also a Fiduciary sale of Real Estate on behalf of the ward. Subject to Court Approval of sale and granting of a License to Sell Real Estate. 09/27/2012

Back Bay Boston Condo for sale 02116 Back Bay, Boston MA 02166 Condo for sale. MLS # 71407364 42 Commonwealth Ave - Unit 5. Living in the first or second block near the Boston Garden is one of the nicest locations in the city.  In this location you are within walking distance of food, theatre, schools, shopping, church’s and anything else your heart may desire.  This Condo comes with an elevator that goes directly into the home.  It also comes with a parking spot, which are always at a premium in the city.  Back Bay Condo for Sale, Boston MA 02116 Posted on September 17, 2012 by Larry Lawfer 2375 Square feet of living space with 3+ bedrooms, two floors, views of the city and all the amenities you might expect in a home valued at $2,750,000. 00 The condo fees are a bit over $1000.00 a m... 09/18/2012