Massachusetts Real Estate Podcast with Paul Brouillette
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -If you are looking to buy or sell a home, get all the information and the latest updates, tips, and tricks from Paul Brouillette - your professional Massachusetts Real Estate Agent
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Why Online Home Valuations Fall Short: The Expert's View
March 22, 2024 21:42Discover the true worth of your home with expert valuation insights. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Determining the value of your home is a crucial step for any homeowner, especially if you're considering selling or refinancing. While the internet offers quick answers through various websites like Zillow, Realtor.com, and others, these generic evaluations often miss the mark by not accounting for the nu...
Navigating Joint Tenancy: What Happens When Co-Owners Pass Away?
February 26, 2024 18:50Understanding the three types of shared ownership in Massachusetts. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Today, we'll explore the concept of joint ownership of real estate properties in Massachusetts, a scenario often involving multiple owners. There are three primary types of joint ownership, each with its unique implications, especially concerning what happens when one of the co-owners passes away. 1. Tena...
Your Guide To Massachusetts’ Housing Market in 2024
February 09, 2024 18:22What buyers and sellers need to know about our housing market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access What’s happening in Massachusetts’ housing market in the first quarter of 2024? According to a report from Norada, it seems that home prices in the Massachusetts housing market are holding steady. Both single-family homes and condominiums have seen positive growth in their median sales prices. Single-family ho...
Here’s to a Great 2024!
January 02, 2024 19:51We wish you and your family the very best in the coming year. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access As we bid farewell to 2023, we want to extend our heartfelt wishes for a joyous New Year to each and every one of you. Your support and business throughout the past year have been instrumental in making it a record-breaking one for us. We sincerely appreciate the trust you've placed in us. We’d like to also sha...
Your Ultimate Guide to Joyful Living Spaces During the Holidays
December 12, 2023 20:17From our team to your family, we want to wish you a happy holiday season. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access As the year draws to a close, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you. Your support has made this year truly remarkable for us, breaking records and creating wonderful opportunities to assist you with your home purchases and investments. At the core of our team's philosophy is a commitment to he...
‘Tis the Season to Sell: 11 Reasons Your Home Shines Bright During the Holidays
November 22, 2023 14:34Here are the advantages of selling your home during this festive season. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access As we approach the festive season, it's wonderful to connect with our past clients, customers, and sphere of influence. This holiday, I'd like to share 11 compelling reasons to consider listing your home during this time: 1. More serious buyers. Individuals searching for homes during the holidays ten...
We’re Thankful for You
November 14, 2023 15:19This year and every year, we’re thankful for you in our lives. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access The 2023 holiday season has officially begun! We hope you are as excited as we are. We’d like to take a moment to express our gratitude to all of you this Thanksgiving. We have met some truly wonderful people, and we’re proud to have helped so many reach their real estate goals over the years. We wouldn’t be w...
Unlocking the Potential of Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) Properties
October 20, 2023 11:40How you can unlock DST properties and boost your investments. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access I'd like to discuss Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) properties and share some insights. Recently, I came across a book by Dwight K. titled “An Introduction to DST Properties for 1031 Exchange Investors.” So, what exactly is a DST? A DST is essentially a trust, and it often becomes an appealing option for individ...
The Best Time for Real Estate Decisions Revealed
October 10, 2023 13:04Learn the art of perfect timing in real estate decisions. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access When it comes to real estate decisions, timing can play a crucial role. Whether you're a first-time buyer, considering selling your home, or contemplating real estate investments, understanding the right time to make a move is essential. Let's dive into some key considerations. 1. Buying a home: The sooner, the bet...
Find the Perfect Timing To Sell Your House and Maximize Your Returns
September 25, 2023 19:26Timing is critical when it comes to selling your home successfully. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Deciding to sell your house is a significant decision, and timing can play a crucial role in maximizing your sales price and attracting potential buyers. If you're wondering when the best time is to put your house on the market, I will provide you with valuable insights. Let's explore the optimal timing fo...
3 Things You Must Absolutely Know Before Selling Your Home
September 18, 2023 15:44Here are three essential tips homeowners need to know before selling. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Are you looking to sell your home in the near future? If you are, you need a plan to get the most money possible for your home while ensuring a smooth sale. As a real estate agent, I help people buy and sell houses every single day, so I know what it takes to get top dollar for your property. Here are th...
How To Thrive in a Challenging Market: Insights on Housing Affordability in 2023
August 07, 2023 17:12How rising home prices and mortgage rates are impacting affordability. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access This year, the real estate market has experienced significant changes that have impacted both home prices and mortgage rates across the country. As spring and summer arrived, homebuyers faced difficulties in qualifying for favorable rates due to rising housing costs. Today, I’m diving into the data and ...
Elevate Your Results: Our Trip to the Superstar Sales Retreat in Las Vegas
July 20, 2023 16:09Discover how we are achieving outstanding results. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access II would like to share with you that during this time of year, in July, I usually travel to Las Vegas, Nevada. I am excited to attend a superstar sales retreat with Mike Ferry, a renowned real estate trainer. This will be my 30th year attending the event, and I will be accompanied by my son, Liam, who has joined me for the...
This Is How You Win With a Home-Sale Contingency
June 29, 2023 15:38Tips to help you buy your dream home contingent on selling your old house. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Do you already own a home but want to buy a new one? Unfortunately, not everyone has the money to keep two homes and pay both mortgages. Most people will have to sell their current property to have the funds to pay for the new house. However, two transactions can sometimes mean double the headache. ...
How To Make Money by Investing in Real Estate
June 12, 2023 15:10Three avenues you can take to make money with real estate investing. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access How much do you know about the power of investing in real estate? The truth is that this avenue can be very lucrative and help you build long-term wealth. However, know upfront that this type of investing is much more about the long game, and you’ll need to be patient. The sooner you start, the more you c...
Find Your Real Estate Match: How To Select the Ideal Realtor for Your Needs
May 31, 2023 14:58These tips will help you choose the right agent for your real estate needs. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access How do you select your real estate agent? You have so many options, but you need to be smart when it comes to choosing which Realtor to work with. To help you make the right choice, here’s what you need to do: 1. Use word of mouth. Talk to people you know and find out if your family or friends hav...
Discover the Latest Trends in the Boston Real Estate Market: Home Sales Are Down
May 16, 2023 13:27What buyers and sellers need to know about the Boston housing market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Today, I’m here to share some information about the Boston real estate market. The market trends for 2023 are very unique, so it’s important to stay caught up. First, know that single-family home sales have fallen for the eighth month in a row, decreasing by 33.8%, down to 500 homes. The sales volume a...
3 Things Inspectors Check in a Home Inspection
May 02, 2023 14:54The three areas that inspectors typically check during home inspections. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Do you know what things a home inspector looks for when they visit a property? Home inspectors will investigate every nook and cranny from the foundation to the roof to find anything that might affect the property’s value. Here are the main things that they will check: 1. Roof. Inspectors look for le...
What Sellers Need To Know About Appraisals
April 19, 2023 16:01Answering three common questions about appraisals to prepare sellers. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Are you thinking about selling your home? If so, how exciting! This process means a fresh start and new beginnings. However, before you list your property, it is important that you completely understand appraisals. An appraisal is an opinion of value, where an expert appraiser will come to your house and...
How To Sell a Home That Needs Repairs
April 04, 2023 14:16Three things you should do to successfully sell a fixer-upper. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access The selling process is already difficult enough, but when you add noticeable problems with the property into the equation, it can make the home sale even more complicated. Inventory is now increasing, and buyers have more options to choose from. Your home, which needs repairs, won’t likely be their first choice...
What You Need To Know About 2023’s Housing Market
March 20, 2023 13:04What buyers and sellers need to know about our housing market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access What’s going on in Northeastern Massachusetts’ real estate market? According to some experts, everything is about to change. Daniel Hale, the chief economist for Realtor.com, predicts that 2023 may not be a buyer’s or seller’s market; instead, it could be a “nobody” market. One reason for this is increasing in...
Navigating the Volatile Massachusetts Real Estate Market
March 02, 2023 15:01A look at the latest developing trends in our real estate market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access The real estate market in northeastern Massachusetts has been in the spotlight lately, and for good reason. According to a recent report from Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research, there are several key factors affecting the market today and in the first quarter of 2023. One of the most significant trend...
3 Home Improvements With a High ROI
February 14, 2023 14:23Three things to focus on when preparing your home for the market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access When preparing your house for sale, you may be led to believe that the more upgrades you make, the higher the price you can list for. However, not all home upgrades are created equal; some will have you pouring money down the drain, while others will get you immediate resale value. Understanding which projec...
3 Ways To Get Your Home Ready To Sell
January 30, 2023 14:59Three things to focus on when preparing your home for the market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access It is crucial to thoughtfully prepare your home before you put it up for sale. A home that is correctly staged and prepped will sell for thousands of dollars more. However, how do you know where to start? There are a lot of things you could prioritize, and you don’t want to put your time and money into the w...
Ask Yourself These 3 Questions for 2023
December 22, 2022 14:46Now is the time to start planning your real estate goals for 2023. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access I want to wish you a happy New Year and welcome you into 2023. If you happen to have any plans to make a move next year, whether it's an investment purchase, sale, transition, upsizing, or downsizing, now would be a good time for you to have a consultation with your real estate agent. Here are three questio...
Happy Holidays!
December 13, 2022 17:11From our team to your family, we want to wish you a happy holiday season. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Thank you very much for your business this past year. 75 families in the Merrimack Valley have done business with us this year. We've helped people with selling and buying homes and making great investments. We really appreciate our clients and are very grateful for your trust over the past year,...
What’s Your Motivation for Moving?
November 21, 2022 12:59Figure out if you’re sufficiently motivated to sell your house. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access I've been helping people rent, invest, buy, and sell real estate in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and around the globe for 40 years. To share this expertise, I’m talking today about motivation. What is your motivation for making a move in your life? If you're not sure, here are five questions to ask yourse...
Our Market Explained in 5 Key Points
November 01, 2022 15:12Here’s what buyers and sellers should know about our housing market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access “What’s happening in our housing market?” People ask me this all the time. To make things easy for you, I’ve broken down our market into five key points: 1. The market is shifting. We’re moving from a crazy seller’s market to a more balanced market. 2. Interest rates are up. Money is a bit more expens...
How To Handle a Multiple-offer Situation
August 01, 2022 21:00The NAR’s brochure outlines several strategies for buyers and sellers. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access In our current market, inventory is tight and interest rates are high. It's not unusual for a seller to get up to a dozen offers on their property. Today we’ll discuss the brochure that the National Association of Realtors published outlining how to successfully navigate a multiple-offer situation...
The Latest News About Our Real Estate Market
June 21, 2022 21:23Stay up to date with the latest real estate market information. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access To keep you up to date on happening right now in the Massachusetts real estate market, here are the latest statistics: The median price for a single-family home is $560,000, which is an all-time high. Inventory is still limited. There are 3,862 single-family homes available on the market, which is 14.8%...
Is the Housing Market Going to Crash?
May 19, 2022 16:06Many are concerned about a market crash. Are those fears grounded? Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access “Limited supply is the main culprit of Greater Boston’s slowdown in home sales, but economic and geographic tensions abroad are still areas of concern,” real estate and economic experts told Boston.com this week. But the slowdown in sales doesn’t really have local economists fearful of the market c...
Is the Housing Market Going To Crash?
May 19, 2022 16:01Many are concerned about a market crash. Are those fears grounded? Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access There are economic concerns surrounding things like the ongoing supply chain issues, which is bumping up construction timelines, as well as the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which can drive up energy prices and theoretically elevate construction prices in the process. “Limited supply is the main cu...
What’s Happening in Our Market?
May 05, 2022 19:06Five emerging trends we’re tracking in the Greater Boston Area marketplace. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Today I want to tell you about what's happening in the Greater Boston Area real estate market. Here are the five key trends that we’re starting to see: 1. Mortgage rates are expected to climb. Low mortgage rates have contributed to the recent competitive market and the lowered cost of borrowing. ...
What Your Commission Pays for in Real Estate
March 25, 2022 14:38What are you paying for when you pay a commission fee in a transaction? Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Where do your commission dollars go when you hire a real estate professional to represent you as a seller? Since commission can be handled independently by agents or teams, what you pay varies. You can always ask your agent what your commission fee goes toward and how the price you pay benefits you. ...
5 Homebuyer Tips and a Brief Market Forecast for 2022
February 07, 2022 16:41Here’s what you can expect from the real estate market in 2022. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Today I have a brief real estate market forecast to share with you for this year. I recently spent some time in Vegas with Mike Ferry, the leading real estate trainer in North America, and 1,600 of the top agents in the world. One prediction Mike has made for 2022 is a strong, robust real estate market. In a...
Happy Holidays From Us
December 07, 2021 21:23Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Happy holidays to you! The holiday season has officially arrived. We hope you enjoy this wonderful time of year and make some fantastic memories. We wanted to take a moment to thank you for your continued support. We love helping people make their real estate dreams come true, so thank you for working with us and supporting our business. This may be a busy time of year, ...
Thank You For Your Support
November 24, 2021 16:48 .mp4Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Friends, The 2021 holiday season has officially begun! We hope you are as excited as we are. We’d like to take a moment to express our gratitude to all of you this Thanksgiving. We have met some truly wonderful people, and we’re proud to have helped so many reach their real estate goals over the years. We wouldn’t be where we are today without all of your suppor...
How COVID Has Affected Our Market
October 07, 2021 15:38Here are the ways that COVID has affected our real estate market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Today, I’ll go over the effects of COVID on our real estate market. We serve the Merrimack Valley area in Massachusetts, and we’ve recently seen a lot of our listings receive multiple overbids. In one case, we had 40 offers, and the home sold for $125,000 over asking. That has made a lot of people think the...
Don’t Forget These 5 Items When You Close
September 07, 2021 16:54Here are the top five things you want with you when closing on a home. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Today we want to talk about five things you want to bring with you to the closing table. There’s a lot more involved in the closing process, but these are the things you want with you in the car as you’re on your way to close: 1. Keys. This is especially important if you are a seller. The last thing...
What Characteristics Do Top Producers Share?
June 28, 2021 14:22Here are the common traits of some of the industry’s top producers. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access In the real estate industry, there are seven characteristics that the top producers all share: 1. A great work ethic. A top producer is willing to get up every single day and make things happen for their clients to get the results they want. 2. A trustworthy reputation. How do you know if a top producer ...
How Can You Help Get Your Home Sold?
June 07, 2021 18:55Here are our top 11 strategies to help you get your home sold. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Today I have 11 different tips to help you get your home sold: 1. Make sure that you're ready to go. 2. Hire a good agent. 3. Work through the financials. 4. Slow roll your prep work. Some people are finding that they don't have enough time to get it all done. 5. Focus on curb appeal. Make sure that the ou...
Why Some Markets Are Experiencing a Slowdown
May 19, 2021 20:09Why are some markets slowing down? Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Some markets and locations are beginning to slow down as home prices surge. Why is that? There are four key reasons: 1. Prices have been accelerating at a rapid pace for the last 12 months. With our low inventory and low rates, many sellers and brokers are forming false expectations about how to price their properties, sometimes causing ...
Upping Your Game at the Negotiating Table
April 26, 2021 17:46Here are three tips to help you negotiate in the high-end market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Today I want to talk about a few points that involve negotiating. I just read the book “Selling Luxury Homes” by Jack Cotton. It's a great text for people who want to work in the high-end market. Many of the themes about negotiating high-end properties are also very relevant to negotiating an everyday home. ...
Our Latest Real Estate Market Update
April 06, 2021 14:23 VideoHere are the latest news and notes from our local real estate market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access The real estate market is currently experiencing a boom. Our clients have seen many showings, multiple offers, and increased sale prices—much more than expected. The average sale-to-list-price ratio is about 99% right now. Both inventory levels and days on market are at 20-year lows. Mortgage rates are...
What the Future Holds for the Rest of 2021
March 18, 2021 13:33 VideoHere’s what you can expect from the rest of our 2021 real estate market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access What’s the market forecast for the rest of 2021? It was anticipated that between 5 and 5.25 million units would be sold nationwide throughout the year, which would equate to about 10.5 million transactions among buyers and sellers. Strong sales were also anticipated, and we’re finding that even though...
What’s Going on in the Market?
March 05, 2021 19:17 VideoToday we’ll discuss the status of the current real estate market. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access As we move into the spring market, we’re finding that low inventory still prevails. That means there just aren’t enough homes for the number of buyers attempting to become homeowners. Low interest rates are still very attractive, but there’s upward pressure on them, meaning that buyers will want to move quic...
The Benefits of Working With LAER Realty
February 09, 2021 19:14 VideoHere are just a few of the benefits of working with us at LAER Realty. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Hello, I’m Pamela Sherpa from LAER Realty Partners, and I’m a closing manager. My job is to make sure your closings are successful. However, the thing that is most crucial to us is ensuring our clients are satisfied with our services. It’s always a great pleasure when past clients want to buy or sell ag...
What a Listing Manager Does
January 27, 2021 20:05 VideoA closer look at what listing manager Maureen Kelly does for our team. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Hello, my name is Maureen Kelly, and today I want to introduce myself and explain what I do at LAER Realty. I’m the listing manager on Paul Brouillette’s team, and it’s my job to work with Paul before a listing is taken all the way until it’s under contract, at which time it’s handed to our transaction ...
Happy Holidays From Laer Realty Partners
December 16, 2020 15:36 VideoHere’s our short holiday message of thanks and good tidings to all of you. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Today we want to say thank you for your support this year as we usher in the holiday season. This has obviously been a strange year with the COVID-19 pandemic and economic downturn, but thankfully, the real estate industry has maintained a steady course. We hope you and your family have a very happy...
What Are the Top 11 Reasons to List Now?
November 24, 2020 14:31 VideoHere’s why the holiday season is a fantastic time to sell your home. Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value report Buying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS access Here are the top 11 reasons the holiday season is a great time to list your home: 1. People who look for a home during the holidays are more serious buyers. 2. Buyers have fewer houses to choose from, which means less competition for you and (likely) more money in your pocket. 3. The supply of listin...