real estate: Why Buyers Should Love Short Sales - 02/08/14 06:31 AM

If you mention the words 'short sale' to most home buyers you better get ready to start hearing horror stories. Short sales really get a bad rap, but in reality create a great investment opportunity for home buyers, if thier willing to take advantage of what I like to call "patience equity". 
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real estate: Commitment Dates Are Bigger Than Birthdays In Real Estate! - 12/05/12 04:12 AM

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real estate: Can’t Buy Today?…You Can Still Buy Tomorrow - 04/25/12 05:09 AM
In today’s climate, mortgage lenders have become very conservative about how they lend their money. As a result, there are many buyers who do not qualify for a mortgage.  Getting declined for a mortgage can be discouraging but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on your quest for a home. If your credit is not up to par you may only need to take a few steps to improve it to enough to purchase a home. A good mortgage lender or credit counselor can tell you what steps you need to take to get on track. No matter how bad your credit … (0 comments)

real estate: When It Comes Time to Sell, Make Sure Your Landscaping Sends The Right Message - 04/22/12 12:36 PM
While great landscaping can make the right first impression and even increase a homes value, bad landscaping, or a lack there of, can really effect how fast you sell and your final sales price. Landscaping is something that is commonly overlooked, but studies have shown that homes that are professionally landscaped sell faster and help increase a neighborhoods home value, especially if the majority of neighbors do the same. For more info on landscaping and some quick tips for landscaping on a budget visit http://www.bhg.com/gardening/landscaping-projects/landscape-basics/money-saving-landscaping-tips/. This article on the Better Homes and Gardens website will give you some great pointers to … (2 comments)

real estate: My Advice To FSBOs: Just Zip It! - 04/20/12 10:45 AM
Many For Sale By Owner Sellers Make the Mistake of trying to oversell.
As a FSBO seller, it is important to make sure your home is presentable in regards to being clean, nicely landscaped, staged properly and clutter free. But another factor that is less talked about is how to successfully interact with buyers and make them feel comfortable as they view your home. I have been to many showings and open houses hosted by FSBOs over the years and I find that many sellers tend to try and oversell their homes. Specifically, they share their likes about the property and … (1 comments)

real estate: Explore Dorchester Real Estate - 02/01/12 10:35 AM

 
Dorchester is the largest neighborhood in Boston Massachusetts. It is the most diverse and has over 90,000 residents. If you are looking to purchase a home in the City, you will get the most "bang for your buck" in Dorchester. Simply put, you get more space for less money compared to other parts of the City. If you want a personal tour of Dorchester,Contact me or any member of my team at Boston Trust Realty Group. 617-674-2077. http://BTRealtyGroup.com
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real estate: Buying Foreclosures Not As Sexy As You Might Think - 01/18/12 08:36 AM

In today's real estate market many buyers who are just starting their search for a home, get excited at the the thought of being able to purchase a foreclosure. The general perception is that you can buy a great piece of property at a steep discount. While this may be true, no one seems to mention that most of these properties are in disrepair. The amount of time, work and money its going to take to make it a home again can prove to be far to extensive for most buyers. In this video I walk you though a foreclosure … (5 comments)

real estate: 100% Financing Is Back and It's Not Based On Credit - 01/18/12 08:23 AM

My team and I have been using this program in my office to get buyers qualified over the past 6 months and its been going great! This program is available to all buyers throughout the U.S. The Highlights are as folows:
1. No Money Down
2. Not based on Credit
3. Interest Rate is 1% below Prime
4. It's only available to individuals that do not currently own a home.
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real estate: We Can Buy Your Home - 01/13/12 08:55 AM
As licensed real estate brokers and investors, my team and I can offer you three options to help get your home sold, including a unique listing service called http://MungoList.com for do it your self types. It is always good to have options and that is one of our advantages. We can provide you several options all under one roof. As investors we can potentially purchase your home, as licensed brokers we list your property for sale and market it to retail buyers, and with http://MungoList.com we are able to post your property into MLS for free until it sells. In addition, … (4 comments)

real estate: The Benefits of A Short Sale - 01/12/12 07:04 AM

In Todays Real Estate Market Short Sales have become a viable solution for distressed sellers. My team and I at Boston Trust Realty Group have negotiated over 30 Short Sales and have helped many families avoid foreclosure, get their debt forgiven and move on with their lives. If you or someone you know is facing foreclosure, we can help! Give Us a call today at 617-674-2077. We have negotiated short sales all over the country and are ready to assist you today! 
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real estate: The Four Keys To Selling A Home - 01/10/12 08:46 AM
In todays market it iessential that sellers become educated about what they need in order sell their homes. When I meet with sellers, the first thing I do when we sit down to talk, is layout the the 4 keys to selling a home.
1. Pricing - The Comps don't lie. If you over price it you can miss out on buyers that may have made an offer but didn't see it because it was priced out of their range intially. The longer a property lingers on the market the less attractive it becomes to potential buyers.
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Robert Nichols, Boston Real Estate Expert! (Boston Trust Realty Group)

Robert Nichols

Boston Real Estate Expert!

Boston, MA

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Boston Trust Realty Group

Address: 404 Neponset Ave, Boston, MA, 02122

Office: (617) 674-2077

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I am an innovative real estate Broker looking to provide useful and practical services for real estate professionals, buyers and sellers alike. The Internet has changed the way we do business and my hope is to be a trailblazer in bringing forth the next wave of change that will empower brokers and agents to raise the bar in the level service they provide to their customers, while simultaneously enabling buyers and sellers to get the most out of working with real estate professionals. Founder/CEO of MungoList.com Founder and Principal Broker of Boston Trust Realty Group Co-Founder of SharpBuyers.com Founding Partner of Rigid Capital Investors, LLC


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