Boston St. Patrick’s Day 2018

Are you ready to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, it's just around the corner! There are plenty of options for Irish fare and drinks in Boston, MA for the upcoming holiday. Here is a roundup of some of the favorite places to grab a St. Patrick's Day bite in our great city of Boston, MA. Enjoy a pot of stew and some Guinness, too!

Harpoon Brewery. Join in on the fun at Harpoon Brewery for their 2018 St. Patrick's Festival. Plenty of local vendors will have delicious food and of course there will be Harpoon beer! This weekend, March 9th & 10th, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.

Doyle's Cafe. It's not just about the food at Doyle's Cafe. There is live Irish music all day, every day. It's the quintessential Boston Irish Bar. 3484 Washington St., Jamaica Plain.

The Harp. The Harp will have plenty of traditional Irish fare plus some new twists on Irish classics. Stop by at 85 Causeway St., Boston for some music by Audio Riot. Need a ride? Download Uber and use code THEHARP and get your first ride free!

McGreevey's. The self-proclaimed headquarters of the Dropkick Murphys, you will have plenty of chances to see the band during the multiple day shows at House of Blues, 3/15 – 3/17. Join the before and after party at McGreevey's. Opening at 8am on St. Patrick's Day at 911 Boylston St., Boston.

If you are traveling into Boston, MA to celebrate and are interested learning more about what this great city has to offer please contact a Boston real estate agent.

Without the guidance of a local expert, it can be tricky to cover all the city's vibrant neighborhoods! As a real estate agent, my services extend beyond helping buyers and sellers through their transactions. I thoroughly enjoy getting prospective residents familiar with their surroundings and exposing them to the best of everything Boston has to offer.

Please contact a Boston, MA real estate agent when you decide to start your home search.

Lucas Garofalo

Keller Williams Realty

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Lucas@LucasBostonHomes.com

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How is the Boston Real Estate Market?

Are you in the market to sell your Boston home? Now that we are getting close to spring market, it is the perfect time to prep for your upcoming home sale! If you are wondering how home prices in Boston are doing, look no further –  according to Bloomberg, the home sale market is excellent!

To summarize the recent announcement from the National Association of Realtors, home prices jumped to all-time highs in almost two-thirds of U.S. cities in the fourth quarter as buyers battled for a record-low supply of listings. Single-family homes, climbed 5.3 percent from a year earlier nationally and reached a peak in 64 percent of metropolitan areas measured. Of the 177 regions in the group’s survey, 15 percent had double-digit price growth, up from 11 percent in the third quarter. Home values have grown steadily as the improving job market drives demand for a scarcity of properties on the market.

The consistent price gains “have certainly been great news for homeowners, and especially for those who were at one time in a negative equity situation,” Lawrence Yun, the Realtors group’s chief economist, said in a statement.

If you are concerned about entering the market, have no fear – a Boston, MA real estate agent is your best asset to accomplish your real estate goals and more. If you’d like to dramatically increase the chances that your home sells, you should list your home with a Boston expert. As a real estate professional, I am an expert in our area and will know exactly what needs to be done to get your home sold quickly and for top dollar. Make your home selling experience an educated one. Please contact a Boston, MA real estate agent today to start the process.

Lucas Garofalo

Keller Williams Realty

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Lucas@LucasBostonHomes.com

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5 Home Renovations for Boston, MA

It's hard to believe it, but, SPRING is just around the corner! There is no better time to focus on home renovation than springtime. The weather is (hopefully) milder in spring so renovation doesn't seem so daunting. Many of us also have tax refunds that we can put to good use and invest back into our homes. Springtime may be your best bet for home renovation in your Boston, MA home.

Payback for home renovation projects are finally back on the rise again after nearly a decade of decline. Remodeling Magazine has recently released its annual Cost vs. Value Report. Here are the best five renovation projects for Boston, MA based on the payback at the closing table.

Garage Door Replacement: Investment: $3470 | Resale Value: $3411

Minor Kitchen Remodel: Investment: $21,198 | Resale Value: $17,193

Siding: Investment $15,072 | Resale Value: $11,554

Window Replacement: Investment: $15,955 | Resale Value: $11,855

Universal Design Bathroom: Investment: $16,393 | Resale Value: $11,581

I hope you are able to invest into your Boston, MA home with one of these projects. When it comes time to sell your Boston Home and buy new please look for a professional, someone well-versed in all aspects of the sale process. From strategic marketing, and negotiation, a qualified professional is a home seller's best asset. Your satisfaction is the key to my success. Don't sell your home without the help of an experienced agent. Contact a Boston real estate agent when you are ready. I look forward to hearing from you!

Lucas Garofalo

Keller Williams Realty

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Lucas@LucasBostonHomes.com

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