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RECENT HOME SALES
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MORTGAGE
Waiting for cheaper mortgages
Even though rates on home loans are approaching historic lows, many prospective borrowers are apparently holding off, on the assumption that in just a few weeks they will be able to get even better deals. (By Jenifer B. McKim, Boston Globe)
Rates fall again, refis rise
Mortgage rates fell for the sixth week in a row, to their lowest level in months. (12/11/08) |
- Mortgage blog Bankrate's Holden Lewis on mortgages
DISCUSSIONS
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- Granite vs. Corian
- Short sale frustrations
- Your rental search strategy
- Home heating alternatives
SPONSORED SECTION
Congratulations Local Realtors®
of the Year
See the Realtors® who were recently honored for their outstanding leadership abilities and volunteer efforts in both the Association and their local communities.
NEWS AND FEATURES
Pets, too, lose homes to recession
The Animal Rescue League and the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals have begun to see people mention foreclosure as the reason they're giving up their pets. (By Irene Sege, Boston Globe)
COMMUNITY SNAPSHOT Chelmsford
Residents are fond of a series of smaller neighborhoods, each offering a unique character. |
A gift of down payment money
The discussion about low down-payments reminded me of a problem that comes up occasionally for my buyers. Some people think buying a home is a...
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BUYING
Downtown Crossing: New Edition
It is smack in the middle of the city. Its very location should make it the place where everybody wants to be. So why has it always felt like something was missing? (By Stephanie Schorow, Boston Globe)
Photo gallery 
Inside the Cape Mod
These mid-20th century Modernist cottages on Cape Cod may get a second life.
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HOME DESIGN AND IMPROVEMENT
Time to mind your manners
Afraid of holiday faux pas and bruised feelings? We consulted a handful of etiquette experts about how to handle some common and potentially awkward seasonal situations.
More than a man cave
Stepping into photographer Eric Roth's Topsfield barn is like entering a kitschy stage set.
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HANDYMAN ON CALL Chill slipping through French doors
What's the best way to weatherstrip that meeting space between doors? Heating Warm, safe, and efficient
Your home is nice and toasty — but is it safe? Here are 8 heating tips for the winter. |
SELLING
Buy now, sell later?
Most homeowners who sell one home to buy another want to secure the replacement home before they sell. But many of these buy-first sellers may find it difficult, if not impossible, to do this due to recent tightening of mortgage lender requirements. (Inman)
