Boston Real Estate Market Spring 2018

Are you in the market to sell your Boston home?  U.S. home prices jumped in February as buyers compete fiercely over a dwindling number of properties for sale. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller national home price index just released jumped 6.3 percent in February from a year earlier, matching December's increase. That jump was the largest in nearly three years, according to MSN Real Estate.

Steady job gains and rising numbers of millennials moving out on their own has intensified the competition for homes. February's price gain far outpaces average increases in wages or inflation. Sales of existing homes ticked up in March but actually declined slightly from a year earlier as the housing shortage constrained sales.

Homebuyers are getting increasingly aggressive, snapping up homes an average of 30 days after they are listed in March, down from 34 days a year earlier.

"Competition is fierce, offer windows are short and tensions will inevitably run high for many buyers as the spring shopping season unfolds," Svenja Gudell, chief economist at real estate data website Zillow, said.

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

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Best Bars for Watching the Red Sox

Here in Boston, MA baseball season is just ramping up and your Boston Red Sox need your support if they are going to get back into the Championship this year.  There is no shortage of beers and burgers in Fenway, but, here is a list of the best spots for Red Sox celebrating, whether or not you have tickets.

Cask 'n Flagon. A neighborhood tradition for over 35 years and touted by ESPN as the “Top baseball bar in America”, Cask 'n Flagon has something for everyone. Plenty of beers on tap plus a new updated menu with everything from burgers to Big D's BBQ. Make sure to get there early to get a table. 62 Brookline Avenue, Boston

The Baseball Tavern. With more than 50 years of service to loyal Red Sox fans, The Baseball Tavern has three floors and a roof deck with a prime view of the park. Cheap drafts are on tap with a yummy sports bar menu featuring apps, dinners, and sandwiches. 1270 Boylston Street, Boston

Boston Beer Works. At Boston Beer Works beer does WORK, it's featured not only on tap but in such menu items as beer dough bites with stout cheese and ice cream beer floats. The menu doesn't end at appetizers though, Boston Beer Works has a full menu. 61 Brookline Avenue, Boston

The Lansdowne Pub. If you are looking for a bit of Irish flair for your Boston baseball, head on over to The Lansdowne Pub. Featuring over 57 brews and an Irish feast of a menu, The Lansdowne Pub has you covered. Favorites include corned beef and cabbage spring rolls and shepherd's pie with house made soda bread and Kerrygold butter. 9 Lansdowne Street, Boston

Bleacher Bar. You can't get a better view of the game unless you buy a ticket. Bleacher Bar is tucked beneath Fenway's center-field seats and has a view of the legendary diamond through two giant garage door-sized windows. Get there early if you want a good seat. 82A Lansdowne Street, Boston

If you are traveling into Boston, MA to catch a game and are interested in 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 Boston 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 me when you decide to start your home search.

Lucas Garofalo

Keller Williams Realty

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Lucas@LucasBostonHomes.com

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Mother’s Day in Boston, MA 2018

Mother’s Day is right around the corner and it’s not too early to start making plans for the Mom in your life. you looking to take mom out to show her how much you appreciate her? Here are some highlights of mom-centric activities for you and yours in Boston, MA on Mother’s Day, May 13^th.

Boston Ducklings Day Parade. The Friends of the Public Garden host the annual Duckling Day Parade, a Mother's Day tradition for over 20 years. Led by the Harvard University Marching Band, the parade will begin in the Boston Common at the Parkman Bandstand and will end in the Public Garden near the famous Make Way for the Ducklings sculptures. Prior to the parade there will be plenty of family entertainment for you to spend the morning. Registration begins at 10am at the base of the Shaw Memorial, parade is at noon.

New England Zoo's. Both the Franklin Park and Stone Zoo's will help you celebrate mom's wild side. All mothers enter free on Mother's Day, May 13^th!

Brunch. Make a fuss over Mom this Mother's Day with a special meal out. Some of Boston, MA's finest restaurants are offering special brunches, lunches, and dinners just in her honor. Boston.Chefs.com has a fine run down of the offerings this year and has easy access to OpenTable for reservations.

Spa Day. Moms have one of the toughest jobs, let her decompress with a wonderful spa day! Boston, MA has plenty of spas to pamper mom with, here is a list on Yelp with reviews so you can pick the perfect place.

If you are traveling into Boston, MA to celebrate and are interested in 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 Boston 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 real estate agent when you decide to start your home search.

Lucas Garofalo

Keller Williams Realty

(617) 861-3631

Lucas@LucasBostonHomes.com

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