Can you actually buy a house in Boston (or anywhere) if your spouse has bad credit? The short answer is… Yes, maybe. My fiance and I decided to buy after living in the same place for five years of paying (very cheap) rent. If you’ve been reading this blog it’s no surprise that it’s a great time [...]
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How To Buy A House If Your Spouse Has Bad Credit
Posted on March 29, 2012 by Adrian Mahan in Buying Advice
Find Out How Much Home You Can Afford with the 45% Rule
Posted on March 8, 2012 by Ravi Pahuja in Money & Financial
When buying a home, one of the most important first steps is understanding what mortgage amount you can qualify for. Determining your maximum monthly housing budget and home price range will allow you to look for home with confidence that you can comfortably manage your monthly finances. Most banks and lending guidelines stipulate that not [...]
9 Steps To Obtain the Right Home Loan For You
Posted on March 1, 2012 by Tara Peterson in Money & Financial
Home financing can be complicated. Especially since the financial market meltdown in 2008. That’s why it’s more important than ever to learn as much as possible about mortgages and home loans BEFORE starting your home search (in Boston or anywhere). To help you out we’ve produced a terrific recorded webinar with Ravi Pahuja of Residential Mortgage Services [...]
First Time Boston Home Buyer Class Scheduled For February 20th
Posted on February 7, 2012 by Tara Peterson in Boston Events
We just scheduled our 2nd Home Buyer Class of 2012! The first class in January was a huge hit with our attendees, so if you’re in the market to buy a home or condo in Boston in 2012 (or even if you’re just starting to think about it), you won’t want to miss our educational [...]
To buy or to rent in Boston? That is the question!
Posted on January 30, 2012 by Susan Doig in Buying Advice
I have noticed a new trend with clients that I meet for buying consultations. The majority of these clients are potential first time home buyers trying to determine whether to buy or to rent in Boston. More and more frequently, they are choosing to move out of the rental market and into the home or condo [...]
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 [...]
How a Mortgage Commitment Contingency Can Save Your Down Payment
Posted on October 26, 2011 by Susan Doig in Buying Advice
By adding a mortgage contingency and mortgage commitment date to your offer to purchase for a home in the Boston real estate market, you can protect your earnest money deposit and down payment from being lost to the seller in the event your financing does not get approved. What is a mortgage commitment? A mortgage commitment is [...]
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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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