There was a time not all that long ago that every corner had a solid curb, creating a few-inch drop to the street. This is a single step for someone walking. It is a barrier for someone with a wheelchair. After World War II (1939-1945), the issue of curbs being a barrier in the center
This question comes up every summer, as leases are renegotiated for the upcoming year. Most leases in eastern Massachusetts turn over during the summer because the Boston metro area is highly influenced by the academic calendar. If you have an annual lease, the landlord can increase the rent at the end of the annual lease.
Client appreciation party at Harvest, July 2024 Since the beginning of 4 Buyers Real Estate, there has been an annual party for the people who make this job worthwhile: our clients. It is an honor to gain the trust of people who are making high-cost decisions that affect their daily life for years
Q: I just graduated from college and want to buy a condo in Boston or Cambridge. I am pre-approved for $-----. I would like to be within a 10-mile radius of Boston. A: I took a look at the Multiple Listing Service (the database properties for sale that is generated by licensees). There are a
It's been hot for a couple of weeks already, have you checked your air conditioner filters? Have you cleaned your fans? You can improve indoor air quality by routinely addressing sources of dust and mold. The more we insulate our houses against winter cold and summer heat, the less air leaks between the house and
https://youtu.be/4uE-tqe0xsQ It’s the 4th of July! In less than 10 minutes, you can reflect on what the holiday really means. The statement “all men are created equal…” – although bold at its time -- merely rejected hereditary nobility. For many – not just former slaves – it did not mean equality. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBe5qbnkqoM
It is clear that agents who communicate more aggressively get some of the business that we were too late for. One of the ways that 4 Buyers Real Estate is not like other companies is that we don’t see ourselves as salespeople. Because of this, we do miss out on some business. When to call?
This month, I surveyed moving companies to see what inflation has done to the cost of moving house. The quick and dirty answer is: If you are moving within a few miles from your current home, the cost for a two or three-bedroom move is between $1000-2000. The variables that bring it closer to $2000:
Insulated window shades and curtains are effective in lowering heating and cooling costs. It’s common sense! Just think about how much cooler it is under the umbrella in the summer instead of being directly in the sun. When the sun shines into your windows, heat passes through the glass into your house. It then rises and collects
In the world of wood-boring insects, bigger is better. Carpenter ants are easier to find than termites. Carpenter ant damage can be detected by looking for “frass” (looks like sawdust). Carpenter ants nest in wood, so they hollow out a piece of wood and leave the frass outside. Carpenter ants don’t eat wood. They chew