Cynthia Lanciloti's Blog

Posted on 04/23/2025

Buying a house can be a source of tremendous stress for many. It’s extremely common to feel overwhelmed and nervous about specific aspects of the process. Luckily, there are some answers to the scariest questions to help ease your mind. Here are some of the biggest homebuying fears and what to do about them: “What if I don’t...

Buyers Remorse

Down Payment

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Posted on 04/16/2025

Waltham, MA Real Estate Market Update 4/16/2025

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Posted on 04/16/2025

How to Set Up a Safe & Healthy Buffet

Buffets are a convenient way to serve a group of people. They can be especially helpful when there are many food items and a lot of guests. Even for small gatherings, a serve-yourself buffet is usually the easiest setup. Unfortunately, health concerns make buffet-style food service risky. Sharing the same serving utensils and congregating in a small space...

Cleaning

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Posted on 04/09/2025

Blue & white decorating tips for any room

Blue and white have been a popular color combination in...

Posted on 04/05/2025

Needham, MA Real Estate Market Update 4/5/2025

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Posted on 04/02/2025

What to Do Before Buying a Home Out of State

Long-distance moves can be a challenge. It’s even more challenging when you’re trying to buy a home that’s far away. While moving out of state can be a hassle, there are ways to make the process simpler. Here are the basic steps to buying a house in another state: Visit If Possible If you have time and means,...

Laws

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Posted on 03/26/2025

Newton, MA Real Estate Market Update 3/26/2025

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Posted on 03/26/2025

What you should know about millage rates & property taxes

If you pay property taxes, you've likely encountered the...

Posted on 04/11/2025

121 Adams Ave, Newton, MA 02465 is now new to the market!

The time has come for the next owners to enjoy making their own life long memories in this special home. Located on a pretty tree lined street, and in a location that makes it easy to get everywhere busy people need to be. This house was extensively renovated in 2003 with a 2nd floor addition. The first floor is open with a large working kitchen, gas stove, island with custom lighting, granite counters & tile backsplash. Dining room is directly off the kitchen & has recessed lighting, hardwood floors & a pretty bow window. Living room is generous in size, with a gas fireplace, hardwood floors & sliding glass door leading to a...

Posted on 04/09/2025

723 Washington St, Newton, MA 02458 is now new to the market!

There are 2 properties on 1 parcel. First property is 1,750 +/- sf retail building. Property has 3 bathrooms including one which is handicap accessible, wall to wall carpeting, gas heat and central a/c. Currently used as a real estate sales and appraisal office. Past uses have been, hair salon, yoga studio and fabric store. This property has a rubber roof. Second property is a residential apartment building consisting of five 1 bedroom units. This property needs a new roof, a new electrical service, several of the kitchens and bathrooms as well. With the commuter rail and express bus stop directly across the street, future rents will be well...

Posted on 04/09/2025

723 Washington St, Newton, MA 02458 is now new to the market!

There are 2 properties on 1 parcel. First property is 1,750 +/- sf retail building. Property has 3 bathrooms including one which is handicap accessible, wall to wall carpeting, gas heat and central a/c. Currently used as a real estate sales and appraisal office. Past uses have been, hair salon, yoga studio and fabric store. This property has a rubber roof. Second property is a residential apartment building consisting of five 1 bedroom units. This property needs a new roof, a new electrical service, several of the kitchens and bathrooms as well. With the commuter rail and express bus stop directly across the street, future rents will be well...

Posted on 04/09/2025

727 Washington St, Newton, MA 02458 is now new to the market!

***** Buildable footprint - 5,613 sf ***** Total Marketable area 16,698 sf ***** This assumes 15% circulation and common areas for condos.***** Alternatively, townhomes could also be built. ***** Stamped plot plan in hand. ***** Design envelope in hand.***** City of Newton Historical Committee has signed off on the property being preferably preserved and document is in hand.***** Location is directly across the street from express bus stop to Downtown Boston and Commuter Rail Stop.***** This would be a "By Right" project as the property sits in a VC -2 Zone. ***** Alternatively, the property also sits in a BU2 which allow for a number of...