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Massachusetts Famous Foods to Eat & Drink
Massachusetts has a rich history that goes back to the founding of our nation. With events like the first Thanksgiving in Plymouth and Boston Tea Party, meals and beverages have a special importance in our commonwealth. Here are some ways you can eat your way through the day with famous food and drinks that originated in Massachusetts… Continue reading
National Dog Month – Our Dog Friends
The Dog Days of August are here and so is National Dog Month. The fun-loving companions that make our life so interesting are being honored this month. Some ways you can celebrate with your dogs are… Continue reading
Is It Time to Build Your Luxury Home?
The April 2021 market report from the National Association of REALTORS had a seeming contradiction. It was the third month in a row that existing home sales declined, yet home prices hit an all-time high of $329,100. Typically, when home sales fall, prices dip as well, signaling a developing softness in the market. But thanks to a perfect storm of circumstances, buyer demand is stronger than ever, despite rising mortgage rates and less affordability. Housing supply is down over 28% with the unsold inventory at a two-month supply, down from a 3.3-month supply from the previous year. Properties lasted 18 days on the market, from 29 days the year before, and 83% of homes sold in less than a month.