by KR Boston | Oct 19, 2023 | Budget Statistics, Building Costs, Economic Factors, Home Improvement, Home Value
Consult with a Professional: Invite an interior designer to evaluate your home. Consult with several local designers; their standard hourly fee is typically less than $100. In just an hour, they can provide numerous suggestions for improvements. Even minor...
by KR Boston | Sep 18, 2023 | Advice for Buyers, Advice for Renters, Budget Statistics, Home Value, Rent vs. Buy
It is sometimes difficult to know in a changing real estate market whether buying a home or renting one is better financially. Many people have found that using a calculator designed to answer that question helpful. Realtor.com, as one would expect, has a...
by KR Boston | Feb 10, 2023 | Advice for Buyers, Advice for Homeowners, Building Costs, Costs, Down Payments, Economic Factors, Home Buying, Home Value
Buying a home is one of the most exciting – and stressful – things you can do. There are so many things to think about and keep track of, and mistakes are easy. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the seven deadly sins of home-buying – from not getting pre-approved for a...
by KR Boston | Feb 10, 2023 | Home Buying, Home Value, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate Finances, Real Estate Market
Experts weigh in on whether 2023 will be a year of economic turbulence. Homebuyers are catching a break with the housing market cooling off after soaring COVID-induced heights. Experts think we’re in store for some serious price slashing, but by how much? After a...
by KR Boston | Nov 14, 2022 | Advice for Buyers and Sellers, Economic Factors, Home Value, Housing Market Updates, Market updates, Pricing, Real Estate Finances
There’s no easy answer when it comes to predicting whether or not home prices will drop in 2023. Various factors – from the state of the economy to interest rates – can impact the housing market and drive prices up or down. That said, there are a few things we can...
by KR Boston | Oct 12, 2022 | Home Value, Housing Market Updates, Real Estate Finances
The current state of the real estate market is a hot topic these days. Even though interest rates are rising, now is still a great time to buy a home. The market is competitive, and homes are selling fairly rapidly, so buyers must be prepared to act fast when they...
