Author Archives: Mark

Should You Take Your Home Off the Market During The Holiday Season?

”Nobody buys houses this time of year.” “We’re too busy for showings.” “Will buyers see how long it’s on the market and make lowball offers?” “What if we get an offer and have to move right away?” The holiday season … Continue reading

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It’s “Small Business Saturday” in Downtown Wellesley and Natick

I believe that a vibrant town center is a huge part of the “livability quotient” when choosing where to live. Ice cream shops, hardware stores, restaurants and other specialty retail and service businesses aren’t simply a convenience. They are places … Continue reading

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Wellesley Home Asking $309,900- Just Reduced $30K- Well-Located.

Shamelessly jumping on the “Black Friday” bandwagon…. Maybe this is the opportunity you’ve been searching for to live in Wellesley or take advantage of a redevelopment project? -          This is the lowest-priced home for sale on MLS in Wellesley -          … Continue reading

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Wellesley Real Estate Announces Partnership with Wellesley College Club

The demolishing of the Wellesley Inn several years ago has left a hole (literally) for visitors seeking lodging close to Wellesley Square. Wellesley Real Estate and the Wellesley College Club have partnered to offer our clients the convenience to stay … Continue reading

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Natick Center 3 Bed, 2 Bath Single Family Rental

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“Motivated” Is Just Another Word For….

An agent called me for feedback after I showed my client her listing. I relayed my buyer’s likes and dislikes as to why the property was over-priced in their estimation. Then in “agent code” she whispered in my ear the … Continue reading

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Wellesley Real Estate- Small Company, Big Service

Friends and associates often ask me why I don’t join up with one of the huge franchise real estate companies. Well, over the last 25 years I was an associate (briefly) at several and discovered the following: The bureaucracy, fees … Continue reading

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The Outdoor Store- a Local Gem Since I Was a Kid!

As a 9 or 10 year old Cub Scout, it was almost a rite of passage to go to the Natick Outdoor Store to purchase your uniform. Back then it was located on Washington St (where Agostinos Restaurant is now). … Continue reading

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Are You “Dating” Many Buyer Agents?

I have a friend with a relative who has just sold a home in another part of the state and wants to buy a condo in the Natick/Framingham/Ashland area. I asked her if she was working with a Realtor. Her … Continue reading

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The Important Difference Between Buyer Agency and a Buyer Agent

If you’re relocating to Massachusetts from another state, you’ve probably been advised to retain a Buyer Agent to represent your interests. One thing you may not realize is that unless the agent is the lister of a property, he/she is … Continue reading

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