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Maximize your investment with these simple ways to increase home value

In today’s competitive real estate market, increasing the value of your home has never been more important. Whether…

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Homeowner Tips: 7 Ways to prevent frozen pipes and water damage

Winter weather can wreak havoc on your home, especially if you’re unprepared for freezing temperatures. One common problem…

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Fall Home Maintenance in New England: A Checklist for winter-prep and energy-efficiency

As the leaves change and the temperatures drop, it’s time to prepare your home for the upcoming winter…

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Massachusetts Home Energy Rating System: Understanding the new HERS requirements for 2024

Massachusetts is leading the charge in energy efficiency, and a big part of that is the evolving Home…

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How much does it cost to build a house in Massachusetts?

Construction loans are the most popular home lending product in 2024. Why? Interested homebuyers have been disadvantaged by…

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Webster First joins FHLBank Boston to offer Lift Up Homeownership Program

Webster First is proud to announce we’ve partnered with Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston (FHLBank Boston) to…

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What is “house hacking” and how is it helping millennials and Gen Z buy houses?

What is house hacking? Definition: “House hacking” is a term coined for the practice of generating income from…

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Mortgage terms you should know: Key words and phrases defined

When you take out your first mortgage, you might not be familiar with all the terms and lingo…

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What is PMI? Private Mortgage Insurance Defined

PMI definition Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is a charge that is included in your monthly mortgage payment when…

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