Category: building-credibility, Billerica, MA

What Fluctuating Interest Rates Mean for Billerica Home Buyers and Sellers in Billerica

March 14, 2023

When interest rates fluctuate, especially when the Fed raises them, home sales are affected rapidly and significantly. Home buyers are impacted directly and almost immediately, but sellers feel the effect too. And interest rates are indeed fluctuating. About two years ago, rates hit near historic lows, but that is now changing. We have seen several … Continued

5 Things That Will Bring Down a Billerica Property’s Appraised Value

December 19, 2022

By ALaTulip

If you’re a homeowner, you want your property’s value to increase, not decrease. A host of things can reduce a property’s appraised value. Some of them are entirely out of your control, but you can do something about many of them. Whether you’re just doing it for your own peace of mind or to sell … Continued

What is a Housing Bubble? And is Billerica in One?

July 5, 2022

By ALaTulip

“Housing bubble” (or “real estate bubble”) is a term you hear a lot these days. It pops up frequently in conversations about the real estate market. And you’re probably aware (at least vaguely) that we had one just a few years – one that burst dramatically. So, like most of us, you’re probably wondering what … Continued

Purchase Contract: A Step By Step Guide for Buyers and Sellers in Billerica

October 28, 2021

By ALaTulip

The purchase contract is an essential part of a real estate transaction because it lays out all the pertinent details such as price and terms. In fact, in a well drawn-up purchase contract, every element of the transaction is addressed, from earnest money requirements to well disclosures. The purpose of such a contract is to … Continued

6 Financing Terms You Need to Know When Buying and Selling Real Estate in Billerica

May 29, 2021

By ALaTulip

Buying and/or selling real estate can be pretty intimidating to most of us. One of the main reasons for this is all the confusing real estate jargon and legal and financial terms involved. So understanding these terms can provide both buyers and sellers some peace of mind. It may even save you not a little … Continued

Billerica Real Estate Trends to Keep Your Eye On in 2021

May 24, 2021

By ALaTulip

Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, it pays to stay abreast of trends in the real estate market. And there are indeed some marked trends to take note of this year. Read on, then, to discover some Billerica real estate trends to keep your eye on in 2021. Mortgage Interest Rates One of the … Continued

What is a Homeowner Required to Disclose to a Buyer in Billerica, MA ?

March 6, 2021

By ALaTulip

5 Things That Will Have a Surprising Impact on The Value of Your Home in Billerica

November 6, 2020

By ALaTulip

The importance of pricing your home correctly simply cannot be overstated. The problem for many sellers, though, in getting the price right lies in the surprising things that can affect a home’s value. Being aware of these things will help you price to sell and wind up with more money in your pocket. So take … Continued

Should I sell my house now in Billerica, MA 01821,01862

October 16, 2020

By ALaTulip

12 Smells Homebuyers Hate:

June 15, 2020

By ALaTulip

Ahhh, time to sell your house. You want to get the best price for your house – and you want it to happen fast! But the competition out there can be stiff…especially if there are lots of great properties for sale in your area. So how do you give your home the edge? When it … Continued