Are you searchingfora Boston condo or single family home?Here are the open houses scheduled for this weekend, Saturday & Sunday, May 5 & 6, in the downtown Boston neighborhoodsand beyond. Click on the neighborhoods of interest to you to see the open house listings.Inventory of Boston condos and homes for sale is still historically low, which can often result in properties going under agreement quickly. If youreserious about buying, I recommend that you get to openhouses as soon as newproperties of interest to you come on the market.If you can,go withanexperienced broker. That would be me 25 years and counting! That is,someone who canexpertly advise you, prepare and present anoffer for you, negotiate in your interests, and guideyour transaction throughthe various potential pitfallsthat can derail a Boston real estate deal. If you cant have me attend with you, please write my name in with yours on the sign-in sheet.In my 25 years in the Boston real estate market, I havehelpedhundreds of people buy and sell Boston condos and homes. If you need assistance, call me. I would love to help you, too.
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Enjoy sunsets and city views from a gorgeous South Boston 2 bed condo steps from the Seaport and South Boston waterfront. This floor-through, three exposure residence has 2 bathrooms, is lined with 15 windows, and has dark wire brushed hardwood floors throughout.The kitchen has a gorgeous custom floor to ceiling glass tile backsplash, white Silestone counters, sleek cabinetry, and stainless appliances. The king-sized master suite has a walls of closets, double vanity, custom build out, and walk in shower with glass enclosure. The guest bedroom has generous closet space.This home has been customized and upgraded extensively, including the lighting, audio, smart home technology, closets, and bathrooms. What makes this home truly special is the floating south facing enclosed porch which can be accessed via the den and master bedroom. Below it is a spacious deeded patio perfect for outdoor gatherings or cookouts. A garage space completes this home.See more photos and details for 
Getting pre-approved for mortgage financing falls under the category of boring but necessary. I like to revisit this topic now and then, however, because I believe the single most important thing you can do beforebeginningyour home search is to get a pre-approval letter from a lender. If you plan on buying a Boston area condo or home, and you are not paying cash, you should get pre-approved for a loan.Having a pre-approval letter minimizes unwelcome surprises further along in the homebuying process. It's possible you think you know how muchyou can afford to buy, but the pre-approvalprocess clarifies that.It also has the benefit of showing sellers that you have homebuying credential. A pre-approval letter states that the lender will commit, in advance, to approving you for a certain loan amount. This is provided that youve given accurate information, and it is contingent upon certain aspects of the property you intend to purchase. Without seeing a copy of your pre-approval letter, sellerswon't want to take their property off the market and miss out on other potential buyers. Boston homebuyers are in high competition because of the tight inventory of properties, soI recommend submiting your pre-approval letter with your offer to purchase. Its important to give the seller the security ofknowing you have been pre-approved for financing.Time is of the essenceif other buyers bidon the same property, having this key piece of informationready forthe seller gives you a distinct advantage over buyerswhohavent taken the time to be prepared.Once you make an offer on a home, you are under no obligation to work with the lender who pre-approved you.You canstill shop around with otherlenders. I encourage you to do that, in fact, as ithelps you to become familiar with concepts and options of such things as closing costs, mortgage rates and programs, and pre-payment penalties. But those are not decisions you need to make immediately, as long as you get your pre-approval letter in hand for your home search.I know ofseveral good local lenders who can quickly pre-approve you, as well as having goodservice and rates, and an understanding of the local market. If youd like to know more, click the blue Questions? Get in touch! button at the endof this post.Here are other thingsyou should know when
My fabulous 725 square foot 1 bed 1 bath Back Bay condo went under agreement in under a week. It went under agreement for cash with no contingencies without ever going on the market, and for the highest $ per square foot sold at One Charles to date.This home at One Charles, #401, features a 300+/- square foot private terrace. Located in a luxury full service building, it is right near the Boston Public Garden at the confluence of Back Bay, South End, Midtown, and Beacon Hill.Here's more about the 
This private entrance Back Bay 1 bed condo is completely renovated and turn-key ready. This unbeatable location is a short distance from all that Newbury Street has to offer, as well as the charming Commonwealth Avenue Mall.The current owner has maximized storage and perfected the layout down to every inch of these 751 square feet. This home has top of the line windows, doors and appliances; brand new cabinets, countertops and flooring; complete surround sound; and steam shower and radiant heat throughout. There is laundry in building, gas fireplace, and 1 parking spot available for rent behind the building.See more photos and details for 
Mygorgeous 1,425 square foot 2 bed 2 bath Back Bay penthouse went under agreement in under a week for over the asking price.This home featuresone of the biggest, best private roofdecks on a brownstone in Boston. The 1,000 square foot+- Trex deck has its own kitchen, hot tub, shower, headhouse entry, and of course, views!All on one level, this home has sun exposure on 3 sides through recently replaced windows. The large open living-dining room has bay window, re-lined fireplace, and skylights. The open plan stainless kitchen has new quartz counters and island. This home has wood floors throughout, central A/C, and a marble en-suite master bath with jacuzzi. The large, sunny corner master bedroom has huge walk-in custom closet. Theres a great sized second bedroom, too.See photos and details for
This classic Back Bay 2 bed condo is a sunny, top floor (9th floor) unit overlooking the Commonwealth Avenue Mall. Located in an elegant New York style elevator building, it offers spacious living with high ceilings, built-in bookshelves and cabinetry, fine crown molding, large windows, French doors, fireplace, ample closets, and track lighting.The common roof deck, just one level up, has panoramic city views. This is a superb location in the heart of Back Bay, near to Newbury Street shops, transportation, restaurants, Copley Square, Prudential Center, and the Esplanade. This is a cat friendly, non-smoking building with a professionally managed association. This location has a Walkscore of 99.See more details and photos for 