Malden Massachusetts boasts a rich history from its beginnings over three centuries ago as a small settlement to its current economic status as being in close connections to the Metro Boston area.  In Malden you will find convenient access to an international airport, plenty of ways to commute, and be in the midst of some of the best universities, and state-of-the-art and medical research facilities.  Being within reach of parks and only a few minutes away from some of New England’s best beach areas, puts Malden MA on the top of the list for homebuyers.

So come and check out what Malden MA has to offer and bring any specific real estate questions to your local realtor John McCann.  Take the time to fall in love with Malden MA just like many current homeowners have before.

Malden MA’s downtown former Sacred Hearts convent has been transformed into the ideal place for neighborhood artists to live and work.  The city of Malden Massachusetts and the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) have collaborated to offer nine studios that are available to fine artists, performing artists (including actors/actresses, dancers, etc), teachers of art, and painting restorers.  Each condo unit is priced at $100,000-125,000 and will carry a mortgage payment from $800-1,200, with most fees included.  These Malden MA condos were built to make use of natural lighting and be efficient for artists seeking a place to express their creativity.

The city hopes that by offering this more affordable housing and work space for local artists, these artists will continue to give back to the community that is so richly art driven.  For more information on this condo project visit irvingstreetstudios.com.

If you have any specific real estate questions regarding the Metro Boston MA area including Malden, Medford, and Everett condos, homes and foreclosures, contact your neighborhood realtor, John McCann.

The leaves are changing and it’s the perfect time of year to check out what the Metro Boston area has to offer in homes and condos as you enjoy events for the whole family.  Whether you are looking for homes or condos in Medford, Malden, or Everett MA, you can go home hunting this month while catching some entertainment.  The rich culture of Metro Boston offers live music, theater, and comedy, as well as unique dining experiences.  

Some of the upcoming events include MIXFest 2008 on October 11th (a live music festival), ImprovBoston Family Show on October 11th for comedy lovers, Oktoberfest on October 12 with fun activities and foods from around the world, Boston Pumpkin Festival on October 18th, and the Chocolate Bar event on October 11th, featuring over 100 desserts.

So, don’t sit this one out and come to the Metro Boston MA area for entertainment and a little house hunting expedition this month.  

If you have any specific real estate questions regarding the Metro Boston area, including Medford, Malden, and Everett homes, condos or foreclosures, contact your neighborhood realtor, John McCann.

It is no secret that the best maintained homes receive a higher sell price than homes that need work.  In order to receive the most money for your house in a buyer’s market, don’t wait until selling your home to do maintenance repairs. 

Many times, just staying on top of maintenance can help minor problems from turning into major expenses.  Summer is the ideal time to evaluate the condition of your home. 

Leaks, painting, roof repairs, any rot or molds need to be addressed to avoid major problems down the road. 

If you are unable to spot problems even when you are looking at them, contact a home inspector once a year to inspect your home. 

Not only will you be saving money in the long run by addressing home maintenance problems, but that diligence could even fetch you a higher selling price in this buyer’s market. 

For more information on how to sell your home in the Malden, Everett, or Medford area, please contact John McCann at RE/MAX.

During the home buying process many buyers request a home inspection.  This is important in order to foresee any problems the house or property might be facing down the road. 

It is always important to be present with the seller during the home inspection, and even though it costs extra, do request a written copy of the home inspection report. 

This written form can be very helpful when the buyer of the house decides to sell.  At that point you can provide sellers with written documentation about any old issues with the home, and whether they have changed or not. 

Just like the inspection made the difference of buying or passing by the house when you were looking into the market, this can be true for when you are selling the home to new buyers as well. 

For more home buying or selling tips in the Malden, Everett, or Medford area, please contact John McCann at RE/MAX.

When choosing a real estate agent it is important to look for certain qualities. 

A great agent really listens to your preferences, and will go the extra mile to make your purchase or sale less stressful, not to mention a great agent will be objective during emotional time of making the largest transaction of your lifetime. 

Of course, the best agent will have fantastic knowledge of the local area, including history and hot spots, as well as, neighborhood sales history, and current sales information on comparable houses.

Buying or selling real estate is most people’s greatest investment, and finding the best agent is a process.  However the tips above gives a little insight on how you can narrow the field. 

To find the best agent in Everett, Malden, and Medford,  to set up a consultation.

The greater Boston area reported a slight rise of 1.2% in the markets for June. This gain was just behind Denver as being the best-performing market in the nation according to the Case-Shiller Home Price Index. 

This is considered the third month in a row of positive gains in the greater Boston area.  Some analysts are saying that this could be a signal that the worst of the price drops may be over in some markets.

This info, combined with the fact that the median single-family home price fell 12.3% in July, speaks to buyer’s pocketbooks. 

If you are interested in the greater Boston area real estate such as the markets in Malden, Everett, or Medford, please contact John McCann of RE/MAX to set up an informational appointment.

Homeowners in Malden, MA will finally be receiving some relief from the MWRA Advisory Board this year.  After reworking their budgets, the inclusion of $20 million in debt service assistance will provide sewer and water assistance for the residents of Malden and other MWRA communities.   This money will help keep Malden’s homeowners water and sewer bills to a minimum with their cut of the budget, which works out to about $406,376.  This money will significantly help to lessen the bill burden many homeowners in Malden, MA face and will be an incentive for future home buyers.  For more information on this and other Malden real estate questions, please contact John McCann at RE/MAX.

Local real estate market conditions in Malden, Massachusetts are currently considered a buyer’s market. 

There are a total of 312 residential properties on the market.  This breaks down to 117 single-family homes, 91 condo properties for sale, and finally 104 multi-family units available.  Home buyers are ecstatic about substantially lower prices in Malden, MA. 

Other great incentives for new home buyers are the abundance of properties on the Malden real estate market and fair interest rates now being offered. 

However, one thing buyers’ should keep in mind no matter what the market conditions are - the best properties don’t last long. Currently 1 in 2 properties have sold in Malden in the last 6 months.  Buyers’ need to keep that in mind when they find their dream house. 

For more information on finding your dream property in Malden, MA, please contact John McCann with all of your Malden real estate questions.

Most real estate agents in the metro Boston area will agree that today’s economy represents a buyer’s market.  However which of these ‘buyers’ should actually be buying real estate in the Boston area of Everett, Malden, or Medford. 

An article on who should be buying real estate states that "Duel-income customers" and "people with assets in reserve and a credit score of at least 680", should be buying real estate at the lower prices offered now. 

The article goes on to suggest that "retired couples that are thinking of downgrading their housing situation", should hold onto their house for the present time as well as anyone planning on a major life change such as job transfers, marriage, or struggling financially. 

For more information on the metro Boston real estate market, specifically the real estate markets of Everett, Malden, and Medford, please contact John McCann at RE/MAX Real Estate.