Massachusetts Real Estate News & Opinion by Claudette Millette

In the wake of events that took place at Ft. Hood, Texas, last week, an even greater significance has been placed on the day that honors our soldiers.  Last Thursday, 13 people, mostly military, were killed and 30 were injured when a gunman opened fire at a soldier's readiness center. The alleged...

In Massachusetts, a seller disclosure is not mandatory.  While a real estate broker has an obligation to disclose any known material defects about a property, a seller is only obliged to disclose the presence of lead paint.    Although sellers of properties cannot misrepresent the facts to a buye...

Highland Park - Hopkinton Massaschusetts Highland Park is one of Hopkinton's premiere neighborhoods and one of the more popular in town. Located just off of picturesque Saddle Hill Road, Highland Park is situated next to the Hopkinton Country Club.  It is also adjacent to the neighborhood of Hopk...

The much-anticipated extension to the home buyer tax credit has finally been approved.  The Senate's vote yesterday resulted in a 98-0 win and today it was passed in the house.  The bill now moves to the President's desk for a final signature.  First-time home buyers have been eligible for tax cr...

Weston Nurseries in Hopkinton MA is a local landmark.  It is located on a scenic country road,Route 135 which is most noted for the beginning route of the Boston Marathon.  Now in its 86th year of business, the nursery is noted for its exceptional plants and award-winning azaleas and rhododendron...

What is a CMA? 1. A Comparative Market Analysis 2. A Competitive Market Analysis Actually, both of these definitions apply.  A CMA is a report prepared by a real estate agent to determine the value of a home.    When you sell your home, a listing broker will do a CMA to establish what the current...

It is the time of year when tennis must be brought indoors and, if you live in the Metrowest Massachusetts area there are a number of great tennis clubs to choose from. The Westboro Tennis & Swim Club was voted "Club of the Year" in 2002.  Located at 35 Chauncy Street in Westborough, the club is ...

In another sign of the times, a new survey done by The National Association of Independent Landlords shows that 69 percent of landlords are now willing to lower the rent for struggling tenants when asked.   With money tight many renters are having a tough time making their monthly payments.  Some...

Smoke Detectors are a Must When Selling a Home in Massachusetts.  This law has been in affect for many years. State law requires that all homes must be equipped with smoke detectors.  The burden for compliance falls primarily on the seller.  Prior to any closing, the seller of a property must hav...