Katie McBride of RE/MAX Executive Realty Hopkinton MA earns CIAS Designation To better serve the needs of the real estate investors in the Hopkinton area, Katie McBride recently earned the Certified Investor Agent Specialist (CIAS) Designation.  With the CIAS, she has the training, tools and calculations to effectively serve the five investor types: First-Time Investor, Move-Up Investor, Portfolio Investor, Performance Investor, and Rehab and Resell Investor. Real estate represents a consistent and stable way to build wealth, bringing liquidity to our housing market and stimulating our local economy.  In fact, in the past year, investment and second-home properties represented approximately 27% of all residential sales.  It's also worth noting that nationwide, 43% of real estate investo... 06/24/2011

Hopkinton Parks and Recs dept offers a FREE Movie night under the satrs during the summer. This is a wonderful event for all ages, to enjoy a movie, fresh air and neighbors. YouTube Last Summer Movie 06/23/2011

  Hopkinton MA, Real Estate Market Report  2010 vs 2011 YTD Single Family Homes   1/1- 05/31 MLS statistics # sold Median.$ Days On Mkt % of asking price 2010 45 $500,000 124 97% 2011 34 $468,500 159 96% Trend down   down up down  Hopkinton MA single family  The Spring Market is very Active If you would like more in-depth analysis as relates to  your real estate needs and price range- Click Here Contact John 508 625-0059 I am always happy to help                                                   Whats the value of your Hopkinton home in todays Market? 06/07/2011

Home » News » News Item MIDDLESEX SAVINGS BANK TO SPONSOR THE HOPKINTON COMMUNITY FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT SERIES Date posted: 6/2/2011 Hopkinton, MA—June, July 2011- This summer, Middlesex Savings Bank will be sponsoring the Hopkinton Community Family Movie Night Series, brought to you by the Parks and Recreation Committee. These free community “drive-in” style movie nights will be held on the Town Common on Friday June 17th and 24th and July 8th and 15th. Residents are urged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a current, family-based movie. Popcorn and snacks will be available for sale. Each movie, titles of which will be released closer to event dates, will begin at dark. Rain dates due to inclement weather will be the following Monday night.   “Middlesex Savings Bank is... 06/07/2011

The Hopkinton Center for the Arts has reached another milestone in its goal fundraising for the rehab of their property on Hayden Rowe street at the entrance to he Hopkinton Hoigh School. The Hopkinton Cultural Alliance HCA in conjunction with Enter Stage Left Theater ESL have undertaken the massive project to reahab and convert the farmhouse and Barn into a modern theater and cultural arts center. This is a truly incredble addition to our town and provides many opportunities for young and old to explore their potential in the arts. Donations can be made here 05/21/2011

Well- There Off! The 115th  running of the Boston Marathon. "It All Starts here" in Hopkinton MA, Hopkinton with a population of 15,000 year round residents becomes a town of 45,000 for 1 day each year. with 30,000 visitors here for the runing of the marathon. The town realy comes together for this event with thousands of volunteers helping out.   Boston Athletic asssociation http://raceday.baa.org/                       The Course http://raceday.baa.org/course-maps.html#main Channel 5 Boston live coverage   http://www.thebostonchannel.com/sports/27580711/detail.html   HopNews streaming video from the start http://www.hopnews.com/   Good Luck Runners 04/18/2011

  Hopkinton MA, Real Estate Market Report  2010 vs 2011 YTD Single Family Homes   1/1- 03/31 MLS statistics # sold Median.$ Days On Mkt % of asking price 2010 18 $492,500 112 97% 2011 16 $419,750 180 97% Trend flat    down up stable All indications are the Hopkinton MA single family market is stabilizing. The volume of Hopkinton sales is steady, and the selling price is 97% of asking price. There are many favorable signs for stabilizing. The Spring Market is very Active If you would like more in-depth analysis as relates to  your real estate needs and price range- Click Here Contact John 508 625-0059 I am always happy to help                                                   Whats the value of your Hopkinton home in todays Market? 04/07/2011

A Hopkinton MA home buyer should receive a brochure, Home Inspectors Facts for Consumers Sheet, at the time of the signing of the first written contract to purchase. A standard home inspection in Massachusetts is a visual examination of the physical structure and major interior systems of a residential building consisting of one to four dwelling units. It should be understood that there are certain risks inherent in the purchase of property and a home inspection is inherently limited in its scope and depth. The information gained from home inspection conforming to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice may reduce some of those risks, but the home inspection is not intended to provide the client with protection from all of the risks involved. Visit the Hopkinton MA Home I... 03/11/2011

Once this listing became a short sale it was on deposit within 7 days and Closed in 100 days. Thanks to a great team of short sale attorneys and brokers, the seller is out from an unsustainable debt and the buyers have a great new home! Need some possible "short sale advice? I have a team of experts waiting to help and a no obligation consultation. NO out of pocket FEES to seller.Photo GalleryDescriptionSet back off the rd. on 1.3 wooded acres surrounded by trees, sits this totally unique farmers porch saltbox home. Step inside and enjoy the warmth of the post and beam atmosphere with step down cathedral ceiling family room with brick fireplace and exposed beam. very spacious cathedral ceiling kitchen with bumpout dining area. formal living room, 1st floor bedroom and 1/2 bath laundry o... 03/04/2011

  Hopkinton MA, Real Estate Market Report  2009 vs 2010 12 months Single Family Homes   1/1- 12/31 MLS statistics # sold Median.$ Days On Mkt % of asking price 2010 141 $525,000 107 97% 2009 150 $500,000 114 97% Trend flat up down stable All indications are the Hopkinton MA single family market is stabilizing. The volume of Hopkinton sales is steady, the median sales price for Hopkinton is up, the days it takes to sell is down and the selling price is 97% of asking price. There is still downward pressure on prices but many favorable signs for stabilizing. If you would like more in-depth analysis as relates to  your real estate needs and price range- Click Here Contact John 508 625-0059 I am always happy to help 02/05/2011

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Hopkinton MA Homes - January 10, 2010 Before you buy a home in Hopkinton, MA, it is important to know what other homes in the area are selling for. In order to give you a more accurate picture of the local real estate market, I have put together statistics from the last 7 days. The following is a market recap for the 2nd week of January in Hopkinton, MA. Total number of homes for sale: 54 Average List Price: $671,960 Average Days on Market: 121 Total number of new homes in the past 7 days: 2 Average List Price: $479,900 Average Days on Market: 3 Total pending home sales: 7 Average List Price: $446,074 Average Days on Market: 197 Total homes with price changes in the past 7 days: 3 Average price change percentage: -4.36% Average total price change: -$23,366 Total sold in the last 7 days... 01/10/2011

Hopkinton MA Homes - January 3, 2010 Before you buy a home in Hopkinton, MA, it is important to know what other homes in the area are selling for. In order to give you a more accurate picture of the local real estate market, I have put together statistics from the last 7 days. The following is a market recap for the 1st week of January in Hopkinton, MA. Total number of homes for sale: 46 Average List Price: $579,610 Average Days on Market: 147 Total number of new homes in the past 7 days: 0 Average List Price: $0 Average Days on Market: 0 Total pending home sales: 6 Average List Price: $383,083 Average Days on Market: 120 Total homes with price changes in the past 7 days: 0 Average price change percentage: 0 Average total price change: 0 Total sold in the last 7 days: 2 Average Sold Pr... 01/04/2011

Hopkinton MA Homes - December 27, 2010 Before you buy a home in Hopkinton, MA, it is important to know what other homes in the area are selling for. In order to give you a more accurate picture of the local real estate market, I have put together statistics from the last 7 days. The following is a market recap for the last week of December in Hopkinton, MA. Total number of homes for sale: 52 Average List Price: $580,797 Average Days on Market: 144 Total number of new homes in the past 7 days: 0 Average List Price: $0 Average Days on Market: 0 Total pending home sales: 8 Average List Price: $487,313 Average Days on Market: 94 Total homes with price changes in the past 7 days: 1 Average price change percentage: -8.40% Average total price change: -$10,000 Total sold in the last 7 days: 2 ... 12/28/2010

Hopkinton MA Homes - December 20, 2010 Before you buy a home in Hopkinton, MA, it is important to know what other homes in the area are selling for. In order to give you a more accurate picture of the local real estate market, I have put together statistics from the last 7 days. The following is a market recap for the 3rd week of December in Hopkinton, MA. Total number of homes for sale: 55 Average List Price: $576,479 Average Days on Market: 138 Total number of new homes in the past 7 days: 0 Average List Price: $0 Average Days on Market: 0 Total pending home sales: 9 Average List Price: $304,800 Average Days on Market: 85 Total homes with price changes in the past 7 days: 0 Average price change percentage: 0 Average total price change: 0 Total sold in the last 7 days: 0 Average Sold ... 12/20/2010

Hopkinton MA Homes - December 13, 2010 Before you buy a home in Hopkinton, MA, it is important to know what other homes in the area are selling for. In order to give you a more accurate picture of the local real estate market, I have put together statistics from the last 7 days. The following is a market recap for the 2nd week of December in Hopkinton, MA. Total number of homes for sale: 56 Average List Price: $587,185 Average Days on Market: 140 Total number of new homes in the past 7 days: 1 Average List Price: $324,900 Average Days on Market: 4 Total pending home sales: 9 Average List Price: $290,367 Average Days on Market: 89 Total homes with price changes in the past 7 days: 1 Average price change percentage: -8.11% Average total price change: -$10,500 Total sold in the last 7 day... 12/13/2010

Hopkinton MA Homes - December 6, 2010 Before you buy a home in Hopkinton, MA, it is important to know what other homes in the area are selling for. In order to give you a more accurate picture of the local real estate market, I have put together statistics from the last 7 days. The following is a market recap for the 1st week of December in Hopkinton, MA. Total number of homes for sale: 58 Average List Price: $582,858 Average Days on Market: 148 Total number of new homes in the past 7 days: 2 Average List Price: $464,950 Average Days on Market: 130 Total pending home sales: 10 Average List Price: $302,830 Average Days on Market: 92 Total homes with price changes in the past 7 days: 5 Average price change percentage: -2.69% Average total price change: -$12,840 Total sold in the last 7 d... 12/06/2010

Hopkinton MA Homes - November 29, 2010 Before you buy a home in Hopkinton, MA, it is important to know what other homes in the area are selling for. In order to give you a more accurate picture of the local real estate market, I have put together statistics from the last 7 days. The following is a market recap for the 4th week of November in Hopkinton, MA. Total number of homes for sale: 63 Average List Price: $606,845 Average Days on Market: 148 Total number of new homes in the past 7 days: 0 Average List Price: $0 Average Days on Market: 0 Total pending home sales: 11 Average List Price: $322,473 Average Days on Market: 96 Total homes with price changes in the past 7 days: 2 Average price change percentage: 6.19% Average total price change: $24,700 Total sold in the last 7 days: 2 Av... 11/29/2010

Hopkinton Gazebo - Hopkinton - Mass - Getting Ready for the Holidays The Hopkinton Gazebo in Hopkinton Common has been all decked out and is ready to welcome in the holiday season.   Copyright 2010 "Hopkinton Gazebo - Hopkinton - Mass - Getting Ready for the Holidays" Subscribe to my blog Claudette Millette, Broker, Owner, MetroWest Properties & The Buyers' Counsel - (508) 881-6230 Find the Right Buyer Broker in MetroWest Massachusetts MLS Property Search With No Registration Required             11/24/2010

Hopkinton MA Homes - November 21, 2010 Before you buy a home in Hopkinton, MA, it is important to know what other homes in the area are selling for. In order to give you a more accurate picture of the local real estate market, I have put together statistics from the last 7 days. The following is a market recap for the 3rd week of November in Hopkinton, MA. Total number of homes for sale: 67 Average List Price: $606,730 Average Days on Market: 135 Total number of new homes in the past 7 days: 1 Average List Price: $650,000 Average Days on Market: 186 Total pending home sales: 14 Average List Price: $376,864 Average Days on Market: 102 Total homes with price changes in the past 7 days: 2 Average price change percentage: -2.04% Average total price change: -$7,449 Total sold in the last 7 ... 11/22/2010