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Thanks to You, We're #1!

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The 2022 sales numbers have been finalized and we are delighted to report that Barrett Sotheby’s International Realty was the number one real estate firm in Concord and Lincoln! In total, our agents listed 66 homes in Concord and sold 57 for a total of 123 transactions, 44% more than our nearest competitor. Our Lincoln office listed 16 homes [...]

Housing Market - 2022 in Review

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2022 was a year of two halves. The first part of the year it was all about the sellers. Pent-up demand from the pandemic continued to drive the market and buyers could not move fast enough to secure a home. There were lines around the block for Open Houses, multiple offers, inspections and contingencies waved, homes going under offer in a [...]

Housing Market Update - December 2022 Sales

The last month of 2022 did not bring any surprises in the housing market, as the general cooling continued. This is typical for the time of year, but perhaps because we have had an unusual couple of years, it’s easy to forget what a “normal” December would look like. Certainly there have been some changes compared to the previous year – [...]

How to Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal in the Winter

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You never get a second chance to make a first impression. This is why we emphasize the importance of curb appeal when you are selling your home. Every season has different qualities that a seller can use to their advantage. Improving your home’s curb appeal in the winter can be much easier when it snows (if you have prepared for the [...]

Supporting the Homeless This Holiday Season

At Barrett Sotheby's International Realty we understand the value and importance of home, and the stress and trauma associated with losing your home. That's why this holiday season, as in previous years, we chose to support the Mass Coalition for the Homeless with our holiday fundraiser - the Holiday House of (Gift)Cards. Our agents [...]

Our Realtors' Favorite Holiday Movies

What better way to get into the spirit of the season than to get comfy on the coach with some popcorn and a hot cocoa and indulge in your favorite holiday movie?? We asked our agents to share their festive favorites to enjoy this season- read on to see if you agree with the [...]

Holiday Lights Tour 2022

There’s something very special about the drive around your neighborhood at this time of year, seeing the beautiful lights and decorations people put up outside their homes to brighten the dark winter.  However, some homeowners have taken it to the next level, putting up elaborate light displays to rival Clark Griswold. There are even homes [...]

Housing Market Update - November Sales Stats

As we head towards the holidays we expect to see less activity in the housing market, and that is reflected in the latest sold stats for the month of November. As has been the trend in the last few months, homes are staying on the market a little longer – Days on Market figures are now in the 20’s in Acton and Lexington, up on the same [...]

Tips for Selling Your Home During the Holiday Season

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The holiday season is a very busy time of the year, but November through January can be a quiet time for home sales. As families plan vacations, host holiday gatherings, and brace for colder weather home shopping is often put on the back burner. But there are still hearty souls willing to brave the snow and frigid temperatures and shop for a [...]

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