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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]