# Juan Real Estate Group

> Juan Murray is a Broker Associate with RE/MAX Real Estate Center who has spent 30+ years helping buyers, sellers, and investors across Greater Boston. The team focuses on Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, Hyde Park, Dorchester, Roxbury, and Greater Boston. Real Estate, Simplified.

- Office: 769 Centre St, Ste 209, Boston, MA 02130
- Phone: (978) 581-0801 (Juan's mobile: (978) 581-0801)
- Email: juan@juanrealestate.com
- Massachusetts license #: 9522081
- Track record on this site: 99 past transactions, 0 current featured listings

## Work with us
- [Net proceeds estimate](https://juanrealestate.com/seller-net): estimate what a Boston-area sale would net after Massachusetts selling costs, then book a pricing strategy consult
- [Seller guides](https://juanrealestate.com/sell): guides by situation and neighborhood, each with a net proceeds estimate
- [Buying a home in Boston](https://juanrealestate.com/buy): how buying works in Massachusetts, the buyer agreement, and what Boston buyers paid against the asking price by days on market (MLS data)
- [7 questions to ask before hiring an agent](https://juanrealestate.com/seven-questions)
- [Home valuation](https://juanrealestate.com/home-valuation): request a value report for a Boston-area home

## Seller guides
- [Expired Listing? Relisting a Boston Home That Did Not Sell](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/expired-listing): Why Boston listings expire, how few homes sell in the six months after an unsold listing ends, and what Juan Murray reviews before a home is relisted.
- [Price Reduction Strategy for Boston Home Sellers](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/price-reduction): When and how to reduce the asking price on a Boston home, what the reduction does to net proceeds, and the alternatives Juan Murray reviews with sellers first.
- [Downsizing in Greater Boston: A Seller's Plan](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/downsizing): How Greater Boston homeowners plan a downsize: timing the sale and the next home, use and occupancy agreements, the capital gains exclusion, and estimating net proceeds.
- [Selling a Home for the First Time in Boston](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/first-time-sellers): A step-by-step guide for first-time sellers in Boston: Massachusetts paperwork, the offer and P&S, certificates sellers order, closing costs and net proceeds.
- [Selling an Inherited or Estate Home in Massachusetts](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/estate-probate): How an estate sale of a Boston home works: the personal representative's authority, probate court steps, preparing the property, taxes to review and estimating proceeds.
- [Selling a Home During a Divorce in Massachusetts](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/divorce): How a home sale works during a Massachusetts divorce: who signs, following the court order or agreement, neutral communication and estimating each owner's share.
- [Selling an Investment Property in Boston](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/investment-property): How to sell a Boston rental or multi-family: tenant-occupied vs vacant, leases and deposits at closing, 1031 exchange timing, and estimating net proceeds.
- [Selling a Home in Jamaica Plain: Sold Prices, Days on Market and Pricing](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/jamaica-plain): Closed sales in Jamaica Plain from November 2025 through October 2026: median sold prices by property type, days on market, and how often homes sold above or below list.
- [Selling a Home in Roslindale: Sold Prices, Days on Market and Pricing](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/roslindale): Closed sales in Roslindale from November 2025 through October 2026: median sold prices by property type, days on market, and how often homes sold above or below list.
- [Selling a Home in Hyde Park: Sold Prices, Days on Market and Pricing](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/hyde-park): Closed sales in Hyde Park from November 2025 through October 2026: median sold prices by property type, days on market, and how often homes sold above or below list.
- [Selling a Home in Dorchester: Sold Prices, Days on Market and Pricing](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/dorchester): Closed sales in Dorchester from November 2025 through October 2026: median sold prices by property type, days on market, and how often homes sold above or below list.
- [Selling a Home in Roxbury: Sold Prices, Days on Market and Pricing](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/roxbury): Closed sales in Roxbury from November 2025 through October 2026: median sold prices by property type, days on market, and how often homes sold above or below list.
- [Selling a Home in Mattapan: Sold Prices, Days on Market and Pricing](https://juanrealestate.com/sell/mattapan): Closed sales in Mattapan from November 2025 through October 2026: median sold prices by property type, days on market, and how often homes sold above or below list.
- [Contact](https://juanrealestate.com/lets-connect)

## Team
- [Juan Murray](https://juanrealestate.com/agent/juan-murray): Broker Associate | Real Estate Agent | ABR® | PSA® | CLHMS™
- [Maria Sibilia](https://juanrealestate.com/agent/maria-sibilia): Marketing & Client Relations Manager
- [Stella Marquez-Murray](https://juanrealestate.com/agent/stella-marquez-murray): Client Care Concierge | Real Estate Agent | Associate
- [Client testimonials](https://juanrealestate.com/testimonials)

## Neighborhood guides
- [Jamaica Plain](https://juanrealestate.com/neighborhoods/jamaica-plain): Jamaica Plain at a glance: Jamaica Pond, the Arnold Arboretum, four Orange Line stations, the Centre and South Street business districts, and the homes that sell there.
- [Roslindale](https://juanrealestate.com/neighborhoods/roslindale): Roslindale at a glance: Roslindale Village and its commuter rail stop, the Arnold Arboretum next door, the neighborhood's history, and the homes that sell there.
- [Hyde Park](https://juanrealestate.com/neighborhoods/hyde-park): Hyde Park at a glance: Cleary and Logan Squares, the Neponset River and Mother Brook, three commuter rail stations, the neighborhood's history, and the homes that sell there.
- [Dorchester](https://juanrealestate.com/neighborhoods/dorchester): Dorchester at a glance: Boston's largest neighborhood, its Red Line and Fairmount Line stations, business districts from Fields Corner to Codman Square, parks on the Neponset, and the homes that sell there.
- [Roxbury](https://juanrealestate.com/neighborhoods/roxbury): Roxbury at a glance: Nubian Square and its bus hub, Franklin Park and Highland Park, Orange Line stations, historic landmarks, and the homes that sell there.

## Listings
- [Featured properties](https://juanrealestate.com/properties/sale)
- [Past transactions](https://juanrealestate.com/properties/sold)

## Blog (newest first)
- [Jamaica Plain Single-Family Homes: Summer 2026 Sales and Listings](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/jamaica-plain-single-family-homes-summer-2026-sales) (2026-11-11): Jamaica Plain single-family homes that closed July through September 2026 sold at a median of $1,495,000, or 103.2% of final list price. Here is what the sales and the 18 homes for sale on November 10 show.
- [Boston Seller’s Decision Guide to Lowering Your Price](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/boston-sellers-decision-guide-price-reduction) (2026-11-10): Learn how to determine if your asking price is the reason your home isn't selling. This guide helps Boston sellers analyze market signals before deciding.
- [Cleary Square Zoning: Where Hyde Park's New Lines Fall](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/cleary-squares-zoning-map-kept-shrinking-before-the-final-vote-heres-where-the-new-lines-actually-fall) (2026-11-05): The Cleary Square rezoning map went through three versions this year, and it goes before the Zoning Commission Nov. 18. See which blocks gained height, which lost it, and which went back to their old rules.
- [White Stadium Won't Host a Legacy Game Until 2028. Jamaica Plain's Game-Day Parking Rules Are Being Decided Now.](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/white-stadium-wont-host-a-legacy-game-until-2028-jamaica-plains-game-day-parking-rules-are-being-decided-now) (2026-10-29): Boston Legacy won't play at White Stadium until 2028, but recommendations on resident-only game-day parking for about 60 Jamaica Plain streets are due November 23.
- [Does Your Boston Home Have an Assumable Mortgage? What Sellers Need to Know](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/assumable-mortgage-boston-home-sellers) (2026-10-23): An FHA, VA, or USDA loan from the 2020 to 2022 low-rate era could be one of your strongest selling points with rates above 7 percent. Here's how assumable mortgages work for Boston sellers.
- [First-Time Sellers in Dorchester, Step by Step](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/first-time-sellers-dorchester-step-by-step) (2026-10-22): A step-by-step guide for first-time sellers in Dorchester, from paperwork and pricing to offers and closing, with 12 months of local MLS sales data.
- [Private Listing vs MLS in Boston: What Sellers Risk](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/private-listing-vs-mls-boston-sellers) (2026-10-22): Zillow data shows Greater Boston off-market sales closing about 3.8 percent lower, while Compass disputes it. Here is how to weigh a private listing.
- [Roslindale Keeps Winning New Liquor Licenses. Here's Where the Drinks Are Actually Being Poured.](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/roslindale-keeps-winning-new-liquor-licenses-heres-where-the-drinks-are-actually-being-poured) (2026-10-22): Since 2025, Boston's new neighborhood liquor licenses have gone to Roslindale spots from Centre Street to Hyde Park Avenue. Here's which ones are pouring and why the rest are taking longer.
- [Cleary Square Breakfast in Hyde Park Starts at 6 a.m.](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/cleary-squares-old-pizza-oven-now-opens-at-6-am) (2026-10-15): Cleary Square breakfast in Hyde Park starts at 6 a.m. at Sunrise Cafe Bagels & Diner, in the former Papa Gino's. Explore the menu and plan your visit.
- [Unpaid Contractor Lien When Selling Your Boston Home](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/contractor-lien-selling-boston-home) (2026-10-14): A contractor's lien clouds your title and can stall a Boston closing. Learn the Massachusetts deadlines, your options, and how to clear it before closing.
- [Boston Home With Foundation Issues? What to Do First](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/sell-boston-home-with-foundation-issues) (2026-10-14): Learn the steps to take when selling a Boston home with foundation issues, including documentation, diagnosis, and deciding between a repair, a credit, or an as-is sale.
- [Seller Rent-Back After Closing in Boston: Terms and Risks](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/seller-rent-back-after-closing-boston) (2026-10-12): A seller rent-back lets you stay in the home for a short, agreed period after closing. See an example of the cost, lender occupancy rules, and the risks.
- [Flood Disclosure Bill: What Boston Home Sellers Should Know](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/flood-disclosure-bill-boston-home-sellers) (2026-10-09): Massachusetts has no seller flood disclosure rule yet, but both versions of the pending environmental bond bill would add one. Here's how Boston sellers can prepare before they list.
- [Centre Street's 600 Block Became a Row of Specialists This Year](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/centre-streets-600-block-became-a-row-of-specialists-this-year) (2026-10-08): Beyond Proof, Café Selah, Gori & Co. and Equis Pica Pollo took over old Centre Street storefronts this year. Each one does a single thing. Here's what's open and what's still coming.
- [Selling Your Boston Home Smoothly During Relocation](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/boston-home-smoothly-during-relocation) (2026-10-05): Navigate the complexities of selling your Boston home during relocation with this step-by-step guide.
- [Condo Conversion Rules for Boston Triple-Decker Sellers](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/condo-conversion-boston-triple-decker-sellers) (2026-10-05): Boston may extend its condo conversion tenant rules to 2- and 3-family homes. Here's what Docket 1711 would change and what triple-decker sellers should do now.
- [Property Taxes at Closing When You Sell a Boston Home](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/property-taxes-closing-selling-boston-home) (2026-10-02): You owe Boston property tax through closing, and buyers credit prepaid quarters. Here's how the split, the January true-up, and the abatement deadline work.
- [Roslindale's Open Studios Weekend Gets a Car-Free Sunday This Year](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/roslindales-open-studios-weekend-gets-a-car-free-sunday-this-year) (2026-10-01): Roslindale Open Studios runs Oct 17-18, 2026, and this year Sunday overlaps with the neighborhood's first Open Streets closure. Here's what changes.
- [Boston Demolition Delay: What Older-Home Sellers Should Know](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/boston-demolition-delay-older-home-sellers) (2026-09-30): Boston can pause demolition of homes 50+ years old for up to 90 days. See how Article 85 affects your sale to a developer or investor buyer.
- [What a Closing Attorney Actually Does for Greater Boston Sellers](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/closing-attorney-greater-boston-sellers) (2026-09-30): Discover the essential role a closing attorney plays for sellers in Greater Boston, from contract review to deed excise tax calculation and closing.
- [Why Single-Family Homes Are Selling Faster Than Condos in Jamaica Plain](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/single-family-outselling-condos-jamaica-plain) (2026-09-27): Jamaica Plain single-family homes are selling faster than condos, though condos still make up most sales. Here's what local agents and MLS data show, and what condo and multi-family owners should do about pricing.
- [Riverside Theatre Works Turns 45, with a Look Back at Fairmount Avenue's Arts-Corridor Vision](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/fairmount-avenue-was-supposed-to-get-an-arts-district-it-got-a-45-year-old-theater-instead) (2026-09-24): Riverside Theatre Works turns 45 this fall with a gala, a new season, and a story about the Hyde Park arts corridor that never quite got built around it.
- [Should You Fix Mold Before Selling Your Boston Home?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/mold-before-selling-boston-home) (2026-09-21): Massachusetts doesn't require sellers to volunteer mold, but concealing it is risky and costly. Here's what Boston sellers should know before listing.
- [Should You Offer a Home Warranty When Selling Your Boston Home?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/home-warranty-selling-boston-home) (2026-09-19): A home warranty is a service contract, not insurance. Here's what it covers, what it doesn't, how Massachusetts regulates service contracts, and when it can make sense in a Boston home sale.
- [Timing Your Investment Property Sale in Boston](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/timing-investment-property-sale-boston-roi) (2026-09-17): How market data, tax rules, tenant timing, and 1031 exchange deadlines shape when to sell a Boston investment property.
- [Washington Street Roslindale Development Pipeline: What Is Approved?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/226-new-units-just-got-approved-on-one-roslindale-street-none-of-them-exist-yet) (2026-09-10): Washington Street Roslindale development pipeline: 181 units approved in July 2026 between Forest Hills and Roslindale Square, plus a 31-unit project in the Village. What it means for buyers and sellers.
- [What the Carney Hospital Redevelopment Means for Your Dorchester Home Sale](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/carney-hospital-redevelopment-dorchester-home-sale) (2026-09-02): An estimated $850M plan to redevelop the former Carney Hospital site is under city review, with public comment open through Nov. 2, 2026. Here's what it could mean for nearby Dorchester home values and sale timing.
- [Downsizing in Jamaica Plain: How to Prepare and Price Your Home](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/downsizing-jamaica-plain-maximize-home-value) (2026-09-02): How to prepare and price a Jamaica Plain home when downsizing: systems, presentation, condo documents, Massachusetts closing steps, and local MLS data.
- [Selling a Boston Home With a Reverse Mortgage: What Sellers and Heirs Need to Know](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/reverse-mortgage-boston-home-sale) (2026-08-29): Selling a home with a reverse mortgage in Boston? Here's how HECM payoff works, heir deadlines, and what you'll walk away with after the loan is repaid.
- [Best Things to Do in Jamaica Plain This Fall](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/the-new-thing-in-jamaica-plain-this-fall-isnt-a-new-place-its-an-old-one-doing-something-else) (2026-08-27): Things to do in Jamaica Plain this fall? From Porchfest to free walking tours and zero-proof cocktails, see what’s happening and plan your weekend.
- [Jamaica Plain Real Estate Prices by Location: What Changes?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/the-seven-minute-walk-thats-quietly-repricing-jamaica-plain) (2026-08-27): Jamaica Plain real estate prices by location and property type: why JP medians differ, how transit access fits in, and how JP compares with Roslindale, using MLS PIN sales data.
- [Escalation Clauses in Boston Home Offers: What Buyers Need to Know](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/escalation-clauses-boston-home-offers) (2026-08-25): Escalation clauses can reveal your max price to sellers and push your price above the appraisal. Here's how Boston buyers can limit the risk.
- [Open Building Permit on Your Boston Home? What It Means](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/open-building-permit-boston-home-sale) (2026-08-22): An open building permit can stall your Boston closing and complicate financing and insurance. Here's how to find one and close it out before you list.
- [Boston Water Lien Certificate: What Sellers Must File](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/boston-water-lien-certificate-sellers) (2026-08-21): Boston sellers must file a BWSC lien certificate application at least 10 working days before closing and schedule an inside meter reading. Here's how it works.
- [Roslindale Village: A Seller's Hidden Asset](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/roslindale-village-main-street-sellers-hidden-asset) (2026-08-21): How proximity to Roslindale Village and the work of Roslindale Village Main Street can shape a seller's listing story, with current MLS figures.
- [New MA Withholding Rule for $1M+ Boston Home Sales](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/massachusetts-withholding-1m-home-sales-boston) (2026-08-19): Massachusetts requires a Form NRW filing on every home sale of $1M or more. Skip the Transferor's Certification and at least 4% of your gross price gets withheld.
- [Buried Oil Tank Found During Your Boston Home Sale? Here's What It Means](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/underground-oil-tank-boston-home-sellers) (2026-08-15): An old underground oil tank can stall a Boston home sale. Here's what Massachusetts sellers need to know about cost, liability, and timing.
- [Roslindale Zoning Changes in 2026 for Renovation and ADUs](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/roslindales-zoning-is-changing-the-law-youve-heard-about-isnt-why) (2026-08-13): Roslindale zoning changes for ADU and renovation plans in 2026? See what Boston's draft could mean for permits, timelines, and property potential.
- [JP Open Streets 2026 and the Centre Street Summer Fest](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/this-years-jamaica-plain-open-streets-was-shorter-the-neighborhood-filled-in-the-gap-itself) (2026-08-13): JP Open Streets 2026 ran a shorter Centre Street route, and a JP Summer Fest was listed for the same day. See what changed along the corridor.
- [Cap Rate Explained: How Investors Value Your Boston Multi-Family](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/cap-rate-multi-family-boston-sellers) (2026-08-11): Investors price your Boston triple-decker using net operating income and cap rate, not just a comps-based CMA. Here's the math and what it means for your list price.
- [Selling in a Down Market: Greater Boston Strategy](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/selling-house-down-market-greater-boston) (2026-08-10): Learn how to adjust your strategy for selling in a slower Greater Boston market. Discover tips on pricing, preparation, and terms to avoid stale listings
- [Earnest Money in Massachusetts: What Happens If a Sale Falls Through](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/earnest-money-massachusetts-sale-falls-through) (2026-08-09): In Massachusetts, earnest money isn't always refundable if a buyer walks away. Here's when a seller keeps the deposit, and when they have to return it.
- [Hyde Park Boston: What Readville Transit Development Means](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/the-readville-sequence-what-hyde-parks-headline-median-is-hiding-in-2026) (2026-08-06): Hyde Park, Boston: Readville transit-oriented development could reshape local values. Explore the housing pipeline and rail plans before your next move.
- [Realtor Commissions in Greater Boston After NAR Settlement](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/realtor-commissions-greater-boston-nar-settlement-sellers) (2026-08-05): How the NAR settlement and MLS PIN's own rule changes affect commissions in Greater Boston, and the choices sellers now have about buyer-broker compensation.
- [1031 Exchange for Boston Investment Property Sellers](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/1031-exchange-boston-investment-sellers) (2026-08-04): Selling a Dorchester or Jamaica Plain investment property? A 1031 exchange can defer your capital gains tax, but the clock starts the day you close.
- [Is Staging Worth It in Jamaica Plain & Greater Boston?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/is-staging-worth-it-jamaica-plain-dorchester-somerville) (2026-08-01): When staging is worth it in Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, and Dorchester: full-service vs. light-touch vs. virtual staging, what the data does and doesn't show, and the required items for Massachusetts sellers.
- [Rent or Buy a House? The Real Math for Boston](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/should-i-rent-or-buy-a-house-2026) (2026-07-30): Should I rent or buy a house in 2026? A Boston framework built on your timeline, full monthly cost, and upfront cash, with a worked example.
- [Do You Need a Real Estate Agent? The Honest Answer](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/do-you-need-a-real-estate-agent) (2026-07-29): No, you're not legally required to use a real estate agent. Here's when going without one works in Boston, and when representation tends to help.
- [Things to Consider When Buying a House in Boston](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/things-to-consider-buying-a-house-boston) (2026-07-28): The things to consider in buying a house: budget, inspection, location data, hidden costs, and red flags, explained by a 30-year Boston broker.
- [New Condo Lending Rules Could Stall Your Boston Home Sale](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/condo-lending-rules-boston-sellers) (2026-07-27): Fannie Mae's 2026 condo project and insurance rules can block a buyer's conventional financing. Here's what Boston condo sellers need to check before they list.
- [Should You Sell Your Boston Home to a Cash Buyer?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/sell-boston-home-cash-buyer) (2026-07-27): Cash buyers and "we buy houses" companies trade price for speed. Here's how Boston sellers can check the real math before skipping a traditional listing.
- [Roxbury, Boston MA: What to Know Before You Buy or Sell](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/roxbury-boston-ma-what-to-know) (2026-07-26): Roxbury Boston MA had a median sale price of $700,500 over the past year, with new housing coming to Nubian Square. Here's what buyers and sellers should know.
- [Probate Triple Decker Boston: The Complete Heir's Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/probate-triple-decker-boston) (2026-07-24): Selling a probate triple decker in Boston starts with authority to sell. Learn the process, tenant rules, taxes, and how to value a multi-unit estate.
- [FSBO Jamaica Plain Stale Listing? Here's Why (and Fixes)](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/fsbo-jamaica-plain-stale-listing) (2026-07-23): A stale FSBO Jamaica Plain listing usually means overpricing or weak exposure. Get the diagnosis and a data-backed fix for 2026.
- [What Changed About a Roslindale Saturday This Summer](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/what-changed-about-a-roslindale-saturday-this-summer) (2026-07-23): Roslindale's 2026 Saturday: the Adams Park farmers market, Knoll Street Tavern, Midnight Morning, Brannelly's, La Hacienda's license transfer, and the Delfino question.
- [Selling a Tenant Occupied Triple Decker in Roxbury](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/selling-tenant-occupied-triple-decker-roxbury) (2026-07-22): Selling a tenant occupied triple decker in Roxbury means honoring leases, disclosing tenancy, and pricing for investor buyers. Here's the full process.
- [What Does a 2/1 Buydown Mean for Boston Buyers?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/what-does-2-1-buydown-mean-boston) (2026-07-20): A 2/1 buydown lowers your payment as if the rate were 2 points lower in year one and 1 point lower in year two. Here's what that means for Boston buyers in 2026.
- [What Will Fail a Home Insurance Inspection in Massachusetts](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/what-will-fail-home-insurance-inspection-massachusetts) (2026-07-19): What can cause problems in a home insurance inspection? Roof condition, older wiring, oil tanks, and water damage are common questions for Massachusetts homes, and every carrier sets its own rules.
- [Boston Residential Tax Exemption: How to Save on Property Taxes](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/boston-residential-tax-exemption) (2026-07-18): The Boston residential tax exemption saves qualifying owner-occupants up to $4,353.74 in FY2026. Here's who qualifies and how to apply before April 1.
- [Home Appraisal vs Home Inspection: A Boston Buyer's Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/home-appraisal-vs-home-inspection-boston) (2026-07-17): Home appraisal vs home inspection: what each costs, who orders it, and what happens if one fails in Boston's 2026 market. Read the full comparison.
- [Hyde Park in July: Four BridgeFest Fridays and New Work Along the Neponset](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/hyde-park-in-july-four-fridays-at-cleary-square-and-a-quiet-reset-along-the-neponset) (2026-07-16): Things to do in Hyde Park Boston this summer include BridgeFest, River Street dining, and Neponset updates near Cleary Square. Plan your July weekends.
- [Boston's Proposed Transfer Fee: Does It Affect Your Sale?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/transfer-fee-boston-home-sellers) (2026-07-16): Boston's proposed transfer fee of up to 2% would only apply to the part of a sale price above $2 million and isn't law. Here's who it could affect in Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, Hyde Park, Dorchester, and Roxbury.
- [Buy a Home in Boston Now or Wait for Lower Rates?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/buy-home-boston-now-or-wait) (2026-07-14): In a 2026 national survey, 62% of planned buyers said they were waiting for mortgage rates to fall. Here is how to weigh that choice in Jamaica Plain and Roslindale using local sales data.
- [Should You Buy a Triple-Decker in Dorchester Now?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/buy-triple-decker-dorchester) (2026-07-13): The Massachusetts rent control ruling, recent MLS prices, and FHA and conventional financing rules for buying a triple-decker in Dorchester in 2026, explained plainly.
- [How To Buy Your First Home In Roslindale](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/how-to-buy-your-first-home-in-roslindale) (2026-07-09): Learn how to buy your first home in Roslindale with smart tips on budget, condos, taxes, and market timing. Start planning with confidence today.
- [What New Development Means for Your JP Home's Value](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/new-development-jamaica-plain-home-value) (2026-07-09): New apartments are planned or under way on Hyde Park Ave and in Hyde Square, and a large rental building opened at Forest Hills in 2022. Here's what Jamaica Plain construction means for your home's value.
- [Why Old Wiring Can Stop Your Boston Home Sale Cold](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/old-wiring-stop-home-sale-boston) (2026-07-08): Knob and tube wiring can make your Boston home hard to insure, which can delay or kill your buyer's financing. Here's what sellers need to know before listing.
- [Selling a Boston Multi-Family With an Unpermitted Unit](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/multifamily-unpermitted-unit-boston-sellers) (2026-07-06): Selling a Boston triple-decker or two-family with an unpermitted unit? Here's how disclosure, financing, and your buyer pool are affected before you list.
- [How to Win a Bidding War in Jamaica Plain Without Waiving Your Inspection](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/win-bidding-war-jamaica-plain-inspection) (2026-07-03): Massachusetts limits inspection waivers for contracts signed after October 15, 2025. Here's how Jamaica Plain buyers can compete without giving up that right.
- [Living Near Roslindale Village: Daily Life, Dining, And Commutes](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/living-near-roslindale-village-daily-life-dining-and-commutes) (2026-07-02): Daily life near Roslindale Village: the business district, the Adams Park farmers market, commuter rail and bus service, and parking rules.
- [Selling Your Boston Rental Property With Tenants in Place](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/selling-rental-property-tenants-boston-massachusetts) (2026-07-02): Massachusetts law governs every showing, notice, and security deposit when you sell a tenant-occupied Boston home. Here's what landlords must know.
- [Seller Concession vs. Price Reduction: A Boston Seller's Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/seller-concession-vs-price-reduction-boston-home-sellers) (2026-06-30): Nationally, sellers gave concessions on about 46% of sales in spring 2026. Should you cut your price or offer a concession? Here's how Boston home sellers should decide.
- [How to Choose the Best Offer When Selling Your Boston Home](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/choose-best-offer-selling-boston-home) (2026-06-26): The highest offer isn't always the best. Here's how Boston sellers compare price, financing, contingencies, deposit, and timing to pick the offer most likely to close.
- [Why Does Mortgage Financing Fall Through? A Boston Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/buyer-financing-falls-through-boston-home-sellers) (2026-06-25): If a buyer's financing falls through in Massachusetts, your P&S financing contingency decides whether you keep the deposit. Here's what happens next for sellers.
- [Small Multi‑Family Investing In Jamaica Plain, Explained](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/small-multifamily-investing-in-jamaica-plain-explained) (2026-06-25): Learn how to evaluate Jamaica Plain small multi-family deals, from rents and taxes to rehab and zoning risk. Plan your next move with confidence.
- [What to Fix Before Selling Your Boston Home (and What to Skip)](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/what-to-fix-before-selling-boston-home) (2026-06-25): Before you spend on pre-sale repairs in Boston, know which projects buyers notice and which are hard to recover. Here's what to fix, what to skip, and why it matters.
- [Massachusetts Lead Paint Disclosure: A Boston Seller's Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/lead-paint-disclosure-massachusetts-sellers) (2026-06-23): Massachusetts sellers of homes built before 1978 must deliver a signed lead paint notification form before the Purchase and Sale Agreement is signed. Here's what the law requires and when.
- [Appraisal Came In Low? A Boston Home Seller's Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/low-appraisal-boston-home-sellers) (2026-06-18): When your Boston home appraises below the agreed price, you have four options. What you can do depends on the appraisal language in your Massachusetts P&S.
- [Renovation Potential In Jamaica Plain: How To Spot Real Upside](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/renovation-potential-in-jamaica-plain-how-to-spot-real-upside) (2026-06-11): Learn how to spot real renovation upside in Jamaica Plain, from basements to attic conversions, with smart zoning and permit tips. Read more.
- [What It’s Really Like To Live In Jamaica Plain](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/what-its-really-like-to-live-in-jamaica-plain) (2026-06-04): Thinking about living in Jamaica Plain? Explore the parks, main streets, transit, and daily lifestyle that define JP in Boston. See if it fits you.
- [Massachusetts Offer to Purchase: Boston Buyer and Seller Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/massachusetts-offer-to-purchase-boston-guide) (2026-06-01): In Massachusetts, a signed Offer to Purchase can be a binding contract. Here's what Boston buyers and sellers should know before committing.
- [Jamaica Plain Condos vs Multi-Family Homes: How to Choose](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/jamaica-plain-condos-vs-multi-family-homes-how-to-choose) (2026-05-28): Compare Jamaica Plain condos and multi-family homes by price, competition, upkeep, and income potential. Find the right fit for your goals. Learn more.
- [Building an ADU in Boston: What Massachusetts Law Allows](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/building-an-adu-in-boston-what-massachusetts-law-now-allows-for-homeowners) (2026-05-27): Building an ADU in Boston? See what Massachusetts law now allows, why Boston follows its own ADU rules, what permits you still need, and how an ADU could affect your home's value.
- [Selling Your House During a Divorce in Massachusetts](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/selling-house-divorce-massachusetts) (2026-05-26): In Massachusetts, both spouses must agree to sell the house, or a court can order it. Here's what divorcing Boston homeowners need to know about the process, proceeds, and tax timing.
- [The Massachusetts P&S Agreement: A Boston Seller's Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/massachusetts-purchase-sale-agreement-boston-sellers) (2026-05-25): In Massachusetts, the P&S is the binding contract once buyer and seller sign it. Here's what Boston home sellers commit to, what attorneys negotiate, and what happens if the buyer walks.
- [The Buyer Representation Agreement in Massachusetts](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/buyer-representation-agreement-massachusetts) (2026-05-22): In Massachusetts, you must sign a buyer representation agreement before touring homes. Here's what the contract covers, what's negotiable, and what to check before you sign.
- [First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide to Hyde Park, Boston](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/first-time-homebuyers-guide-to-hyde-park-boston) (2026-05-21): Explore Hyde Park home prices, starter-home options, commute tradeoffs, and renovation tips for first-time buyers in Boston. Read the guide and plan smarter.
- [Closing Costs in Massachusetts: Boston Buyer Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/closing-costs-buyers-boston-massachusetts) (2026-05-20): Buyers in Boston typically pay 2% to 5% of the purchase price at closing, on top of their down payment. Here's exactly what's included, including the required attorney fee.
- [Smoke and CO Detector Certificate for Massachusetts Home Sales](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/smoke-co-detector-certificate-massachusetts-sellers) (2026-05-18): Selling a Massachusetts home requires a fire department smoke and CO inspection. Here's what sellers in Boston need to do and when.
- [How to Price Your Home to Sell in Boston](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/price-home-sell-boston-cma-zestimate) (2026-05-15): A Zestimate can miss a Boston home's value by tens of thousands of dollars. Here's how a CMA works and how to set a price that draws offers, not just days on market.
- [Selling a Home in Roslindale: Strategy, Staging, Timing](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/selling-a-home-in-roslindale-strategy-staging-timing) (2026-05-14): Selling a home in Roslindale? Learn how pricing, staging, updates, and timing can shape your sale and help you prepare with confidence. Get started today.
- [6D Condo Certificate: A Boston Seller's Full Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/6d-condo-certificate-boston-sellers) (2026-05-12): Selling a condo in Boston involves a 6(d) certificate, condo trust documents, and Massachusetts-specific closing steps. Here's what to prepare before you list.
- [Massachusetts First-Time Homebuyer Programs: Boston Buyer Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/first-time-homebuyer-programs-massachusetts-boston) (2026-05-11): First-time homebuyer programs for Boston buyers as of November 2026: the City of Boston's assistance of up to $50,000, MassHousing down payment loans, ONE+Boston, and which programs are paused.
- [Selling an Inherited Home in Massachusetts](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/selling-inherited-home-massachusetts) (2026-05-08): Selling an inherited home in Massachusetts involves probate, authority to sell, heir agreement, and tax decisions. Here's how the process works in Boston.
- [House Hacking in Jamaica Plain Without Losing Your Lifestyle](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/house-hacking-in-jamaica-plain-without-losing-your-lifestyle) (2026-05-07): Learn how to house hack in Jamaica Plain while protecting privacy, comfort, and compliance with Boston rules. Explore your options today.
- [Should You Sell Your Boston Home Now or Wait?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/sell-boston-home-now-or-wait) (2026-05-05): Homes in Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, and Hyde Park sold in a median of 21 to 22 days over the past year. What Boston sellers should weigh before deciding to sell now or wait.
- [Home Inspections When You Sell in Massachusetts: The Law, Pre-Listing Inspections, and Repairs](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/massachusetts-home-inspection-law-sellers) (2026-05-04)
- [Selling a Two-Family or Three-Family Home in Boston: What Sellers Need to Know](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/selling-two-family-three-family-home-boston) (2026-05-01): Selling a 2- or 3-family in Boston? This guide covers tenant rights, buyer types, documentation, and how to price and prepare the building for sale.
- [Capital Gains Tax When Selling a Home in Massachusetts](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/capital-gains-tax-selling-home-massachusetts) (2026-04-30): Many Boston homeowners owe no capital gains tax when they sell, but not all. Here's how Massachusetts taxes home sale profits and who owes in 2026.
- [What Happens After You Accept an Offer in Massachusetts?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/what-happens-after-accepting-offer-massachusetts) (2026-04-29): Accepted an offer in Massachusetts? What happens next, from the Offer to Purchase and inspection to the P&S, mortgage approval, and closing day.
- [Cost to Sell a Home in Boston: What You'll Actually Net](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/net-selling-home-boston-massachusetts) (2026-04-28)
- [Hyde Park vs Roslindale Real Estate: Compare Both](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/hyde-park-vs-roslindale-home-styles-and-prices-explained) (2026-04-23): Hyde Park vs Roslindale real estate: compare the housing mix, sale prices by home type, transit, and parks side by side.
- [Life Near Arnold Arboretum: A Roslindale Local’s Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/life-near-arnold-arboretum-a-roslindale-locals-guide) (2026-04-16): What living near the Arnold Arboretum in Roslindale involves: gates and access, Lilac Sunday, Roslindale Village, and transit to Forest Hills.
- [Expired Listing in Boston: What to Do Next](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/boston-home-listing-expired-what-to-do-next) (2026-04-11): Your Boston listing expired without selling. The cause is almost always price, presentation, or promotion. Here's how to diagnose which one and build a relaunch that works.
- [Should You Sell or Rent Your Hyde Park Two-Family?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/should-you-sell-or-rent-your-hyde-park-two-family) (2026-04-02): Should you sell or rent your Hyde Park two-family? Compare value, rent, taxes, and Boston landlord costs to make a smarter move. Contact Juan Murray.
- [Which Greater Boston Rental Strategy Fits: STR, MTR, or LTR?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/choosing-the-right-rental-strategy-in-greater-boston-str-mtr-or-ltr) (2026-03-24): Greater Boston rental strategy decisions start with your goals, local rules, and NOI. Compare STR, MTR, and LTR options and schedule a strategy call.
- [Listing Photography in Jamaica Plain: What to Shoot and Why](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/how-professional-photography-sells-homes-faster-in-jamaica-plain) (2026-03-24): How professional photos, floor plans, 3D tours, and video fit a Jamaica Plain listing: what to shoot in JP's older homes, how to prepare, and why photos must show the home as it is.
- [How to Decide Whether to Sell, Rent, or Hold Your Boston Home](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/should-i-sell-my-boston-home-to-downsize-in-2026-a-scenario-comparison) (2026-03-13): Downsizing in 2026 and unsure whether to sell, rent, or hold your Boston home? Compare net proceeds, rental income, and risk so you can choose with clarity.
- [How to Choose a Listing Strategy for Your Boston Home in 2026](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/which-boston-listing-strategy-will-maximize-your-net-proceeds-in-todays-market) (2026-03-12): Selling a home in Boston requires more than picking a number. Learn the three listing strategies Boston sellers use in 2026, how pricing impacts buyer demand, and which market metrics matter before you list.
- [Top Repairs to Make Before Listing Your Boston Home in 2026: Inspections vs. Preparation](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/top-repairs-to-make-before-listing-your-boston-home-in-2026-inspections-vs-waiving-them) (2026-03-11): If you’re selling a home in Boston in 2026, the right repairs and a smart inspection strategy can protect your price and timeline. Learn which updates matter most and when a pre-listing inspection makes sense.
- [Jamaica Plain vs Roslindale: How to Choose Your Boston Neighborhood](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/jamaica-plain-or-roslindale-how-to-choose-your-neighborhood) (2026-03-05): Jamaica Plain vs Roslindale: compare sale prices by home type, housing mix, transit, parks, and business districts side by side.
- [Hyde Park Boston Outdoor Activities: Parks & Trails](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/outdoor-living-in-hyde-park-parks-trails-and-fun) (2026-02-19): Hyde Park Boston outdoor activities start with riverside trails, playgrounds, and paddling spots. Explore local parks and plan your next outing.
- [The Higher SALT Deduction Cap: What Massachusetts Homeowners Need to Know in 2026](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/salt-deduction-cap-2026-massachusetts-homeowners) (2026-02-19): The SALT deduction cap is $40,400 for 2026, with a phase-down above $505,000 of income. Here's who benefits, how to check whether itemizing beats the standard deduction, and what documents you need.
- [Boston Move-Up Strategies: Buy Your Next Home Before You Sell](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/the-boston-move-up-dilemma-4-surprising-strategies-to-buy-your-next-home-before-selling-your-current-one) (2026-02-17): Four ways Boston homeowners buy their next home before selling: sell first, a sale contingency, a bridge loan, or a buy-before-you-sell program, with the costs and risks of each.
- [Jamaica Plain 02130 Market Analysis for January 2026](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/jamaica-plain-02130-strategic-market-analysis-january-2026) (2026-02-10): Jamaica Plain 02130 market analysis for January 2026: sale prices, days on market, and sale-to-list results by property type from MLS PIN data, plus what the winter slowdown means for sellers and buyers.
- [Buying Before Selling: How Bridge Loans Are Changing the Game in Boston’s Real Estate Market](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/buying-before-selling-how-bridge-loans-are-changing-the-game-in-bostons-real-estate-marke) (2026-02-05): How bridge loans let Boston-area homeowners buy before selling: how they work, how lenders count the old home's payment in debt-to-income, the costs, and when a bridge loan does not fit.
- [Living Near Jamaica Pond: Everyday Life in Jamaica Plain](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/living-near-jamaica-pond-everyday-life-in-jamaica-plain) (2026-02-05): Live near Jamaica Pond in Jamaica Plain: 1.5-mile loop, Centre Street cafes, easy transit, parking tips, and community life. See if JP fits you and start your search.
- [Homebuyers Have More Leverage Than They’ve Had in Over a Decade](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/homebuyers-have-more-leverage-than-theyve-had-in-over-a-decade) (2026-01-26): Nationally, sellers outnumbered buyers by a record margin in December 2025. Here is what local sales data show about buyer leverage in Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, and Hyde Park, and how to negotiate with it.
- [Refinancing Rental Properties in 2026: A practical, investor-focused guide for Greater Boston owners](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/refinancing-rental-properties-in-2026) (2026-01-23): Thinking about refinancing a rental property in Boston? Here's how to weigh rates, equity, and timing in 2026, and when it makes sense.
- [Cash Flow vs Appreciation in Real Estate: Choosing for 2026](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/cash-flow-vs-appreciation-in-real-estate-how-to-decide-in-2026) (2026-01-19): Weighing cash flow vs appreciation in real estate in 2026? Understand risk, rates, and goals so your strategy fits your life.
- [NACA, MassHousing, Or Conventional In Jamaica Plain?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/naca-masshousing-or-conventional-in-jamaica-plain) (2026-01-15): Compare NACA, MassHousing, and conventional loans for Jamaica Plain buyers. See down payment, PMI, timelines, and offer strength. Talk with Juan Murray.
- [Short-Term vs Long-Term Rentals in 2026: A Beginner’s Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/short-term-vs-long-term-rentals-in-2026-what-actually-works-for-beginners) (2026-01-15): Short-term vs long-term rentals in 2026, which is better for beginners? Compare returns, risk, and time demands to choose the strategy that fits you.
- [REITs vs Rental Properties: Passive Income Guide for 2026](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/reits-vs-rental-properties-which-passive-income-strategy-wins-for-first-time-investors-in-2026) (2026-01-14): REITs vs rental properties for passive income in 2026? Compare risk, returns, and effort to see which strategy fits a first-time investor.
- [Build-to-Rent vs Single-Family Rentals: A Boston Investor's Guide](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/build-to-rent-vs-single-family-rentals-boston) (2026-01-11): BTR rarely pencils inside Greater Boston. Here's when it does, and when an existing single-family rental fits better, with the trade-offs Boston investors actually face.
- [Are You Sitting on More Equity Than You Think? A Simple Guide for Homeowners](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/are-you-sitting-on-more-equity-than-you-think-a-simple-guide-for-homeowners) (2026-01-06): Greater Boston homeowners often have more equity than they realize. Learn how home equity works, why it matters in today’s market, and what options it creates before you decide to sell, stay, or downsize.
- [How To Price A Condo In Jamaica Plain](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/how-to-price-a-condo-in-jamaica-plain) (2026-01-01): How to price a Jamaica Plain condo: choosing comps, adjusting for parking and layout, weighing HOA finances, and what JP condo sales data shows.
- [Mass Save Rebates in Roslindale for Smart Home Upgrades](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/mass-save-rebates-a-roslindale-homeowners-guide) (2025-12-18): Mass Save rebates in Roslindale can lower upgrade costs with energy assessments, insulation, heat pump incentives, and financing. Plan smarter today.
- [The Quiet Reason So Many Boston Listings Stall Before They Sell](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/the-quiet-reason-so-many-boston-listings-stall-before-they-sell) (2025-12-05): Many Boston homes stall due to misaligned marketing, overlooked buyer feedback, or pricing issues. Learn why listings in JP, Roslindale, and Hyde Park sit longer than expected and how to adjust your strategy to attract serious buyers.
- [Hyde Park Housing Types: Condos, Singles, And Two‑Families](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/hyde-park-housing-types-condos-singles-and-twofamilies) (2025-12-04): Thinking about Hyde Park, Boston? Learn what to expect from condos, single-family homes, and two-families, plus yards, transit, and costs. Start your search.
- [Roslindale Triple-Decker Guide for Savvy Buyers](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/tripledeckers-in-roslindale-what-buyers-should-know) (2025-11-21): Buying a three-family and want a Roslindale triple-decker guide? Learn key layouts, inspections, financing, landlord rules, and condo conversion steps: plan your next move with confidence.
- [Fannie Mae Is Dropping the 620 Credit Score Rule. Here’s the Part No One Is Talking About.](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/fannie-mae-is-dropping-the-620-credit-score-rule-heres-the-part-no-one-is-talking-about) (2025-11-13): Fannie Mae is removing the 620 credit score minimum in 2025, but the impact is not what most buyers expect. Learn how this change affects approvals, lender overlays, affordability, and real options for Greater Boston buyers.
- [What If Your Mortgage Lasted 50 Years?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/what-if-your-mortgage-lasted-50-years) (2025-11-10): There’s talk in D.C. about a 50-year mortgage. What if it became real? Here’s what it could mean for first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors, and how it might shape generational wealth in Boston.
- [Financing 2 to 4 Units in Hyde Park for House Hackers](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/financing-24-units-in-hyde-park-for-house-hackers) (2025-11-06): Planning to house hack a 2 to 4 unit in Hyde Park? Learn financing paths, how lenders count rent, and offer and reno steps that keep financing on track. Talk with Juan.
- [Turning Space Into Income: The Financial Case for Building an ADU](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/turning-space-into-income-the-financial-case-for-building-an-adu) (2025-11-02): Discover the true cost of building an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Boston. Learn average construction prices, rental income potential in Dorchester and Roslindale, and key design tips to avoid costly mistakes. Perfect for homeowners and investors e...
- [Accessory Dwelling Units in Boston to Offset Your Mortgage](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/boston-adu-smart-way-to-offset-mortgage) (2025-10-16): Accessory dwelling units in Boston: what the city allows owner-occupants to build, how it differs from the 2025 state ADU law, and the city's ADU loan and grant help.
- [Fields Corner Planning: What It Means for Homeowners](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/fields-corner-planning-what-it-means-for-homeowners) (2025-10-16): See how Squares + Streets, ADUs, Inclusionary Zoning, and new projects in Fields Corner may impact your home value, taxes, and daily life. Get practical steps and local resources. Contact Juan Murray today.
- [Hidden Gems in Roslindale: Parks, Culture & Dining](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/hidden-gems-in-roslindale-you-need-to-discover) (2025-10-07): Hidden gems in Roslindale: the Arnold Arboretum, an urban wild, Open Studios, and village bakeries and restaurants. Plan your visit.
- [How to Get the Best Mortgage Rates in Jamaica Plain, MA](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/how-to-get-the-best-mortgage-rates-in-jamaica-plain-ma) (2025-08-29): Discover how to secure the best mortgage rates in Jamaica Plain, MA. Explore credit strategies, lender options, and timing insights to enhance your home buying.
- [Why 2025 Might Be the Smartest Year to Buy a Short-Term Rental](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/why-2025-might-be-the-smartest-year-to-buy-a-short-term-rental) (2025-08-28): Haven’t considered a short-term rental? 100% bonus depreciation and STR tax rules can reduce your taxes, but Boston limits STRs to owner-occupied homes.
- [What’s Really Happening in Roslindale This Summer?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/whats-really-happening-in-roslindale-this-summer) (2025-08-26): Explore the latest Roslindale real estate trends for summer 2025. See what’s selling, how buyers are shopping, and how the condo and single-family markets are shifting.
- [You Found the One. Here’s How to Actually Win It in Boston.](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/you-found-the-one-heres-how-to-actually-win-it-in-boston) (2025-08-20): Boston real estate is changing. With low inventory but more price reductions and longer days on market, some neighborhoods still favor sellers while others give buyers leverage. Learn how to position your offer, and your strategy, in today’s shifting mar...
- [Are You Ready for Boston Real Estate Market Trends in 2025?](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/bostons-market-is-about-to-flipwill-you-be-ready) (2025-08-15): Explore Boston real estate market trends: rising inventory, rate drops, and what they mean for your buying power. Discover your next move today!
- [Best Roslindale Neighborhoods for Real Estate Investment](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/roslindale-real-estate-top-investment-neighborhoods-revealed) (2025-08-10): A look at Roslindale's main investment areas, from the village center to its commercial corridors, and what to check before you buy.
- [Did the Forecast Hold? A Mid-Year Check-In on Juan Murray's 2025 Boston Housing Market Predictions](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/did-we-call-it-a-mid-year-check-in-on-our-2025-boston-housing-market-predictions) (2025-07-22): See how Boston's housing trends align with 2025 predictions. From pricing to demand shifts, here’s what’s real, and what’s next. Don’t miss the update.
- [Top 3 Reasons to Choose Mid-Term Rentals in Boston Over Long-Term Leases](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/top-3-reasons-to-choose-mid-term-rentals-in-boston-over-long-term-leases) (2025-07-21): Discover 3 reasons renters and investors are choosing Boston mid-term rentals over long-term leases. Flexibility is just the beginning. Learn more
- [New Rental Law Alert: What Every Landlord & Renter Needs to Know Before August 1st](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/new-rental-law-alert-what-every-landlord-and-renter-needs-to-know-before-august-1st) (2025-07-18): A Massachusetts broker-fee change takes effect August 1. Landlords and renters: learn who pays the broker under the new rule.
- [Why 2025 Is a Big Deal for Real Estate Investors: Bonus Depreciation Is Back](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/why-2025-is-a-big-deal-for-real-estate-investors-bonus-depreciation-is-back) (2025-07-13): So if you’re planning to buy, improve, or expand your real estate holdings, now’s the time to be intentional. The IRS won’t wait, and neither should you.
- [The Massachusetts Home Inspection Law: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/new-massachusetts-home-inspection-law-what-buyers-and-sellers-need-to-know-in-2025) (2025-06-03): Since October 15, 2025, Massachusetts sellers cannot require buyers to waive a home inspection. What the law and its regulations say, the required disclosure, and the exceptions.
- [When Is the Right Time to Start Investing in Real Estate? Let’s Break It Down.](https://juanrealestate.com/blog/when-is-the-right-time-to-start-investing-in-real-estate-lets-break-it-down) (2025-05-20): Wondering if now is the right time to invest? This guide breaks down timing, goals, and strategy: perfect for new and seasoned investors alike. Read on.