There are many different reasons for closing delays in Massachusetts home purchases. Delays can be more common than you think, and despite common belief, it's not always the buyer's fault. Here's a look at several common reasons that you may Read More
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MA Use & Occupancy Agreements and Home Buyer Protections
When sellers ask to rent back a home from a buyer for a certain period after the closing date, both parties should sign a use and occupancy agreement. This agreement would outline the terms of the arrangement and provide certain protections to the Read More
Selling a Home with Solar Panels
Solar panels can be a great addition to a home, helping to save electricity expenses and the environment. However, it can create complications when it comes to selling your home. This may not be something most homeowners think about when opting to Read More
How to Win Bidding Wars for Massachusetts Listings
Massachusetts has such a hot market, that most homes sell quickly and with multiple offers. Many home buyers express frustration as they continually submit offers unsuccessfully. It's taking much longer to find a home these days, during which time, Read More
Electronic Signatures on MA Real Estate Forms
Electronic signatures are becoming more and more integrated in the business world. Real estate transactions, in particular, are moving towards paperless transactions. As a Massachusetts home buyer or home seller, what can you expect to encounter in Read More
MA Property Title Issues and How to Resolve Them
Title issues are rare, but they can create quite a headache when you encounter them. Most issues are uncovered during the home buying process when the closing attorney performs a title search. At this point, a closing date has already been set and Read More
5 Common Property Title Defects in Massachusetts
When you purchase a home in Massachusetts, a title search is performed by the closing attorney's office. This search involves checking public records for proper transfer of title from one owner to another, the existence of liens, and more. Although Read More
Common Seller Pre-closing Mistakes in Massachusetts
There is so much riding on a closing date, both for buyers and sellers. Sometimes an innocent mistake can unknowingly lead to a delay and added expenses for sellers. To avoid a potential problem, Massachusetts sellers should be aware of the following Read More
MA Dual Agency – What Buyers/Sellers Should Know
Real estate agency relationships can be a bit confusing, especially for first time buyers and sellers. There are different terms and options, which can vary from one real estate brokerage to another. One very important term that anyone in the real Read More
MA Home Buyer Closing Tips
It's been a hot market, which means it takes longer for buyers to find a home. If you were lucky enough to win a bidding war, then you're probably in the middle of the process and awaiting the big day,... the closing. As that day approaches, there Read More