Well, it’s time to just say it: 90% of real estate agents are useless. Seriously, utterly useless…or even worse. As a listing agent, representing sellers, the worst offenses I’ve seen a lot of recently come from so called “buyer agents” (at least that’s what they call themselves) who offer no value, and worse, actually INHIBIT their [...]
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A needle in a haystack: finding a good real estate buyer agent
Posted on March 5, 2012 by P.T. Vineburgh in Buying Advice
Signs of a Boston Condo Inventory Problem
Posted on February 27, 2012 by Susan Doig in Market Trends & Stats
Every Wednesday morning we have a sales team meeting and we discuss current market conditions, client needs, and more key items to help serve our clients better. But I’m starting to notice a recurring theme. Our buyer agents are working with a lot of really great, motivated buyers looking for homes and condos in Boston. The problem [...]
“The 3rd time is a charm…” 3 lessons learned about home buying
Posted on February 17, 2012 by Susan Doig in Buying Advice
Last year I had the pleasure of working with two of the nicest buyers. They were first time home buyers and highly motivated to get into a home in Boston. We met for an initial consult, came up with a game plan and started viewing homes. Not too long into the search, we came across [...]
Do I need to get pre-approved for a mortgage before viewing homes?
Posted on November 12, 2011 by Susan Doig in Buying Advice
“Why are you asking me if I have been pre-approved for a mortgage already? We haven’t even looked at homes yet.” I get this question from buyer clients all the time when I ask them if they are pre-approved in our initial buyer consultation. Either that or, when I ask a new client for their [...]
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Online Auction for Back Bay Condo
November 1, 2011
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Thursday Throwdown: Back Bay vs South End Condo Market
April 12, 2012
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If it’s a buyer’s market, why can’t I find a Boston condo I like?
November 22, 2011
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Rent vs Buy equation has flipped in the Boston real estate market
January 28, 2012
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5 Ways to Negotiate Rent in a Tight Boston Rental Market
February 3, 2012
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Extravagant Estates: 9 Largest Homes in Boston Neighborhoods
May 4, 2012
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The Curious Case of The Disappearing Boston Condos
April 20, 2012
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Free Boston Home Buyer Class April 25th
April 18, 2012
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Thursday Throwdown: Back Bay vs South End Condo Market
April 12, 2012
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Boston Pending Sales Rise 22% in 1st Quarter of 2012
April 11, 2012
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P.T. Vineburgh: Back Bay...love the proximity to the outdoor space...
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Sarah: Cannot go wrong in either!...
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Jeff Sirkis: Both neighborhoods are attractive on so many diffe...
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Jonathon Curley: South End is so much fun!...
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Stephanie Sguigna: Loving your blog, Susan. You're making me ido...
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