Steven Mallia's Blog Posts

Why Haverhill and the Merrimack Valley Are Worth a Closer Look 

When people think about the Eastern Massachusetts, their minds often go straight to the coast. But this end of the state has another area worth exploring just a little farther inland. The

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What Changes When Buying a Home in the Fall?

If you're thinking about buying a home, late summer can be an interesting time to start paying attention. The pace of the market begins to shift as vacations wind down, kids head back to school, and

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Why Do Some Homes Sell Faster Than Others?

If you've ever wondered why one home seems to sell almost immediately while another sits on the market for weeks or months, you're not alone.The answer usually isn't one single thing. A home's

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Should You Wait for Mortgage Rates to Drop?

What Buyers Should ConsiderIf you've been thinking about buying a home, there's a good chance you've asked yourself one question: Should I wait for mortgage rates to come down?It's a fair question.

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America’s Hottest ZIP Code Is Right Here on the North Shore

If you live on the North Shore, you probably didn’t need a national ranking to tell you that Peabody is a place people want to call home.But it’s still pretty exciting to see it

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What Happens After Your Offer is Accepted?

A Step-by-Step Guide for Massachusetts HomebuyersGetting the call that your offer has been accepted is one of the most exciting moments in the home buying process. After days or weeks of searching,

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Understanding Closing Costs in Massachusetts: What Buyers and Sellers Should Know 

When people think about buying or selling a home, they usually focus on the purchase price. But there's another important part of the transaction that often catches people off guard: closing costs.

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Why Local Knowledge Matters In North Shore Real Estate

National Trends Don't Always Tell the Whole StoryWhen housing headlines appear in the news, they often focus on national trends. You may hear that home sales are slowing, inventory is increasing, or

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Three Things to Do Before Looking at Homes

How North Shore Buyers Can Prepare for a Successful Home SearchBuying a home is an exciting step, but the process can move quickly once you start touring properties. Taking the time to prepare

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The First Thing Buyers Notice About Your Home

Why Curb Appeal Matters on the North Shore Before buyers step inside a home, they have already started creating an impression. The moment they pull into the driveway, walk up the path, or

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Should You Overlook a Home That's Been on the Market?

Longer days on market don't always tell the whole story. Here's what buyers should know.If you've been searching for a home, you've probably noticed some listings that have been on the market longer

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National Mid-Year Market Update

If you've been following the housing market this year, you've probably noticed that conditions haven't unfolded quite the way many economists expected at the beginning of 2026.Mortgage rates have

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