In this episode we discuss that having a home inspection is not a requirement when buying a home. It is up to you if you feel confident buying without a home inspection. Buying a home without a home inspection is not advisable but it is permissible. Remember if you do buy without a home inspection any issues you run into in the future will most likely be your problem. Waiving a home inspection is a powerful way to improve an offer. That said it also lingers the question “why is the seller so excited about the waived inspection?”.

In this episode we discuss that when choosing a winning offer in sales all sellers tend to want to focus their attention on purchase price. While this is one of the most important details we need to make sure the rest of the offer backs up the surety of the deal. When looking over inspection contingencies it is important to think realistically about the home you own. If your home is older it may have different implications than for a new build home with good general maintenance. Financing is one of if not the most important contingencies to be thought through when looking over an offer. Just because a buyer offers a massive purchase price does not mean the appraisal will come in and the lender will approve the loan.

In this episode we discuss the meaning of a Red Flag Warning. Simply put, a red flag warning means there is a high danger of fire due to weather conditions. Dry air, high winds, and warm temperatures make the perfect conditions to create out of control fires. Be especially careful when smoking on these days. Throwing a lit joint, cigarette, or cigar on the ground could lead to a serious fire. If having a fire with a permit on these days be especially careful extinguishing it when done. Make sure to flip the fire as you water down the entire fire and surrounding area.

In this episode we discuss that when creating an offer in a bidding war there are a lot of factors to take into place. One of the most important to winning is understanding what the SELLER wants. As a buyer in a bidding war it is important to speak with your lender and attorney early. You can find out things like your maximum qualifications and timelines that work for their schedules. While the purchase price often is one of the most important parts to winning a bidding war it is not always. Make sure to hone in on all your terms including but not limited to inspection terms, appraisal requirements, timelines, and all other contingencies.

In this episode we discuss that buying a house is one of the greatest achievements in life. Having a place to call home is not only a great way to live, it is also a great way to build wealth. Renting a house provides temporary shelter at 100% of the cost. Homeownership provides shelter while building equity as you pay off your mortgage. Buying a house is more attainable than you may believe. With different options like seller’s concession you can greatly reduce your cash to close needs.

In this episode we discuss that cleaning up your planting beds includes weeding, edging, trimming, cleanup, and mulching. This five step process is sure to have your house popping with curb appeal. Cleaning the windows on a home can make a huge difference to the home's appearance. Almost every buyer is going to pull the blinds and look out the windows. Let them enjoy the view. Lawn envy is as real as curb appeal. If you want to be the best lawn of the neighborhood, seed early and often. With early spring weather an aeration and overseed together will help thicken your lawn.

In this episode we discuss that Saint Patrick’s Day is the celebration of the arrival of Christianity to Ireland. Since then it has become a day to wear green no matter your heritage. Saint Patrick was originally a British citizen who was enslaved by the Pagan King Niall and made into a shepherd. After he escaped he later returned to Ireland as a missionary bringing Christianity to Ireland. Saint Patrick’s Day is a day that has wandered from it’s origins and now is a day of parades, festivals, drinking, eating, wearing green, and adorning a shamrock. It is a day where everyone hopes to grab a little “Luck of the Irish”.

In this episode we discuss when buying a condo you are taking on responsibility for the walls inward, and the association takes care of the rest. That said it is still you, the unit owner who pays the condo fees to cover these costs. Higher density on one piece of land reduces the costs by splitting them across more parties. This can save the unit owners on the expenses to maintain the overall common areas. Condos that offer a wide range of amenities can be attractive. Just keep in mind that each and every amenity is paid for by the condo fees.

In this episode we discuss when selling a home and buying a home at the same time the first step would be to talk to a Realtor. They can discuss the different options you have and help you choose what is best for your situation. Selling with a suitable housing clause allows you to list your home for sale and shop for a new home at the same time. A suitable housing clause states that in order for me to sell you my home I must find a home on or before a certain date. A home sale contingency is a way to write an offer before selling your current home. It tells the sellers that in order for your offer to remain valid you must first sell your existing home before buying their home.

In this weeks episode we discuss that Massachusetts is one of if not the oldest state in the country. Locally most all land lots to be developed have been, leading to a shortage of new land for new construction. Boston has a high number of great colleges producing top level student graduates. Massachusetts attracts a high number of high paying employers looking to capitalize on that talent pool. A severe lack of inventory for sale has only exacerbated throughout the pandemic and beyond. We are in a situation where demand is so high it often leads to multiple offers and bidding wars just to find a place to live.