Latest Massachusetts Real Estate Blog Posts

Estate Planning, Home Staging

Understanding the Ins and Outs of Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate

When you sell your Massachusetts home, there is a possibility you may have to pay capital gains tax. Learn what capital gins is when you may have to pay it and learn strategies to minimize your tax liability.

kevin@kevinvitali.com
November 21, 2024

Estate Planning, Real Estate

Are You in the Process of Estate Planning? Learn What A Life Estate Is and When To Use It

Consider using a life estate when planning your estate and want the advantages of using a life estate to pass your home to your heirs. This type of property ownership allows the home to pass while avoiding probate and may help your loved ones reduce capital gain taxes.

kevin@kevinvitali.com
November 7, 2024

Estate Planning, Real Estate

The Pros and Cons of Adding Children to My Deed: Is it a Wise Decision?

adding children to the deed of your home

Often as parents age they thing adding the children to the deed is a great idea. But the downside may outweigh the benefits. And a lot has to do with loss of control. Find out why adding your family to the deed can be a bad idea.

kevin@kevinvitali.com
October 23, 2024

Home Pricing, Home Selling Advice

The Overpriced Home- 9 Reasons Why Sellers Overprice Their House But Shouldn’t

Learn reasons why home sellers list an overpriced home, how to know when you are overpricing your house and how to avoid it.

The overpriced home. Learn 9 reasons why home sellers overprice a home, the consequences of setting an asking price above fair market value, how to identify if your house is overpriced and how to avoid it.

Kevin Vitali
October 1, 2024
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Buying A House, Home Selling Advice, Massachusetts Real Estate

How Big Is An Acre Visually? How Many Square Feet In an Acre

An acre is 43,560 square feet. The history behind an acre has to do with farming and how much land can be plowed in a day. See what an acre would look like compared to Fenway Park and Gillette Stadium.

Kevin Vitali
September 16, 2024
4 Comments

Home Buyer, Home Selling Advice

Unlocking the Timeframe: How Long Does it Really Take to Close on a House?

As a home buyer or seller you may be wondering how long does it take to close on a home once an offer is accepted. Understand the closing process timeline and the factors that can effect how long it will take to close.

kevin@kevinvitali.com
September 9, 2024

Moving, Real Estate

The Ultimate Guide to Renting a Truck from Home Depot: Everything You Need to Know

Renting a truck from Home Depot couldn't be any easier. Trucks of all size are available from a small pick-up to a large moving truck. Home depot make truck rentals a breeze. Learn everything you need to know about renting a truck from your local home depot.

kevin@kevinvitali.com
August 15, 2024

Real Estate

24 Real Estate FAQs for Home Buyers and Home Sellers

Get answers to some of the most common questions asked about home buying, home selling, mortgage and more. From your Haverhill MA REALTOR- Kevin Vitali

kevin@kevinvitali.com
July 30, 2024

Estate Planning, Home Selling Advice

Things You Need To Know To Sell A House In Probate

selling a home in probate- Massachusetts Probate Court

What do you need to know to sell a house in probate? Buying, selling or transferring a home during probate can be a complex process.

Kevin Vitali
July 15, 2024

Buying A House, First Time Home Buyer, Mortgage

Everything You Need To Know About Gift Money For A Down Payment To Buy A House

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Many find the financial hurdles of buying a home overwhelming, especially when it comes to gathering enough money for a down payment and closing costs. Gift funds, a financial gift…

Kevin Vitali
April 23, 2024
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Home Buyer, Home Selling Advice

Days on Market- An Important Metric for Buyers, Sellers and REALTORS

DOM is an essential metric in real estate

Days on Market is an essential metric used by real estate agent in guiding and aiding home buyers and sellers. It helps gauge markets, set pricing and helps structuring a negotiating strategy.

Kevin Vitali
March 18, 2024
29 Comments

55+ Adult Communities

A Guide To Choosing And Thriving In A 55+ Community in Massachusetts

choosing to live in an active adult community

Now that the kids are gone and your headed into retirement, what are you going to do with that big house? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a 55+ community? Check out this guide to choosing an active adult community as well as how to successfully transition into one.

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