by Charles River Properties | Jan 26, 2021 | Buyers, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers
If you’re planning to buy a home, an appraisal is an important step in the process. It’s a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the lender to confirm or verify the value of the home prior...
by Charles River Properties | Jan 25, 2021 | Buyers & Sellers, First Time Home Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
As we look back over the past year, we’ve certainly lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. After spending so much more time at home throughout the health crisis, some are wondering if they should move to improve their mental health and...
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by Charles River Properties | Jan 22, 2021 | Buyers, Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, Infographic
Some Highlights When you’re thinking about buying a home, there are a few key steps to take before you even start to look at houses. From saving for your down payment to getting pre-approved for a mortgage, you’ll want to make sure you keep your financial plan on...
by Charles River Properties | Jan 21, 2021 | Buyers & Sellers, Housing Market Updates
Earlier this month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released their most recent Jobs Report. The report revealed that the economy lost 140,000 jobs in December. That’s a devastating number and dramatically impacts those households that lost a source of income....
by Charles River Properties | Jan 20, 2021 | Buyers, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers
If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however, if the dollars and cents add up in your favor as home prices continue to rise. According to...
