Massachusetts Real Estate Articles by Kevin Vitali- Massachusets REALTOR

You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know!

7 Home Buying Mistakes To Make, Because You Don't Know What You Don't Know!! It sometimes amazes me how many home buyers are blindly running around with little or no guidance. The problem for many home buyers is they don't know what they don't know! So they don't often know when they are making a mistake. While a home owner can realize they made a mistake shortly after buying or during the home buying process, many big mistakes don't show up until it comes time to sell there … Continue reading...

9 Common Mistakes When Building A Deck

Many homeowners love to tackle their own home improvement projects. The potential of saving money and the pride of accomplishment are two of the driving forces for a homeowner to take on a home improvement project themselves. One common project a homeowner may be tempted to tackle is a deck. Before tackling any home improvement project it is important to do your research. Do you need a building permit? What are the proper building techniques Do I have the … Continue reading...

13 Killer Questions to Ask Before Buying A Condo

what questions should I ask when I buy a condo

Buying a condominium is a little different than a single family home. Of course you have the unit you are considering purchasing. But there are now other things to consider when purchasing a condo. You have the governing of the condominium complex, the financial stability, who owns what, who repairs what..... the list goes on. Because you have shared ownership when buying a condominium, you have to consider aspects of the entire condominium complex as a whole above and … Continue reading...

Don’t Short The Home Selling Process

There is a process to selling your home. The process to selling your home involves more calling an agent to slap a sign in the yard. Once you have the thought of selling your home, contact an agent and get an overview of the home selling process. Make the home selling process work for you. Most home sellers expect to get top dollar for their home and want it sold quickly with few hassles. If this is your expectation when it comes time to sell your home don't short the … Continue reading...

Should I Cosign My Child’s Mortgage- The Perils of Being A Cosigner

Life has been moving fast. Your daughter was married a few years ago, then your first grandchild came. And, now your daughter is trying to buy a first home with her husband. She and her new husband are excited about a home they found but they are asking you to cosign a mortgage for them. Of course every fiber of your being wants to see your child succeed and get the house she wants. Then the question is should I cosign my child's mortgage? In general this blog post is a good read … Continue reading...

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

Can A Parent Gift Me Money For A Down Payment On A House? You want to buy a house, but you might not have quite enough money saved for a down payment and closing costs. There are alternative sources to down payment money to buy a house. One of which is using gift funds. Gift funds can be used for a down payment and/or closing costs. Home ownership can be closer to you than think if you have saved a little money and you have someone willing to gift you the money to help with … Continue reading...

Reasons Why Not To Buy A Condominium- Condo Living

Condominiums are certainly popular in the greater Boston real estate market. And for some home buyers, buying a condominium can be a great choice. In last week's article I discussed some great reasons why a condominium may be a good choice for a home buyer. But this week we will look at the other side of the coin of why you should not buy a condominium. Last week's article discussed that a condominium purchase is generally cheaper than buying a comparable single family home as … Continue reading...

7 Great Reasons to Buy A Condo

7 great resons to buy a condo- is condo living right for you

Is Living in a Condo Right for You? Condominiums have come along way since the 80's. While the concept of condos were new and approached with hesitation back then, condos are now a stable, viable source of housing in today's real estate market. Condominiums come in all shapes and sizes. You can get a unit all on one floor, a townhouse with no one living below or above you, stand alone units, a condominium in an over 55 community, a luxury condo, condos that cater to weekend get … Continue reading...

What Should First Time Home Buyers Know?

You are thinking you may want to buy a house. What should first time home buyers know? Many people buy a house very few times in their life. Its a big decision and lots of money is involved. Home buying for anyone can be a stressful process, but can certainly be full of missteps for a first time home buyer. Buying a home can be complicated on many levels. First their is the legal side of buying the home. Then there is actually looking for homes that suit your … Continue reading...

What Home Sellers Need To Know To Successfully Sell Their Home

If you are a first time home seller or haven't sold a house recently you probably have a lot of questions and wondering what is involved. I have put together what home sellers need to know to successfully sell their home. There are many aspects that go into selling a home. And, for the first time home seller or for someone that hasn't sold in awhile there is much to know. In the 18+ years I have been in the business there has been some major shifts in how buyers buy and … Continue reading...