Casey Friedman

Mudroom Hacks: Ideas for Storing Muddy Boots & Shoes Bulky footwear can be difficult to keep organized, especially when muddy or dirty. While many homeowners have a mudroom to help prevent tracking mud inside the house, the mudroom itself can become a chaotic mess. Luckily, there are some simple ways to store and organize your wet or soiled footwear n...

Boston, MA Real Estate Market Update 11/30/2022 Boston, MAMarket Update $859,900Median List Price$726,500Median Sale Price1137Homes For Sale292Homes Sold100Days on MarketCurious about home values in this area? Check the ValuesPlease feel free to get in touch with any real estate questions. We welcome your business, and we promise to take exceptio...

Home upgrades: Quick tips for upgrading space that brings your household together Spending time with those in your home is often a difficult task, especially if everyone else has their own schedules and to-do lists for their day. However, you can remodel a few choice areas to attract everyone else in the home to spend some good, old-fashioned quality time together. Here are a few...

Dedham, MA Real Estate Market Update 11/22/2022 Dedham, MAMarket Update $649,900Median List Price$655,000Median Sale Price41Homes For Sale19Homes Sold78Days on MarketCurious about home values in this area? Check the ValuesPlease feel free to get in touch with any real estate questions. We welcome your business, and we promise to take exceptional....

Getting preapproved for a mortgage: How buyers benefit Getting preapproved for a mortgage is an important part of the home buying process. While technically not required before you begin your home search, there are some key advantages to getting preapproval from a lender before you get too deep into the process. Here are some of the main reasons why to....

Planting on a Slope: Prevent Erosion With These Gardening Tips Planting anything on an incline might seem like more trouble than it's worth. However, if your yard has any slopes, you could be at risk for soil erosion and landslides. The best way to avoid them is to plant trees, shrubs or other plants on the slope to strengthen the ground. Here are some tips for...

Westwood, MA Real Estate Market Update 11/13/2022 Westwood, MAMarket Update $1,400,000Median List Price$992,500Median Sale Price36Homes For Sale16Homes Sold110Days on MarketCurious about home values in this area? Check the ValuesPlease feel free to get in touch with any real estate questions. We welcome your business, and we promise to take excepti...

Homeowners insurance: Understanding other structures coverage Other structures coverage is a portion of your homeowners insurance policy. As the name suggests, it protects other structures on your property, either attached or detached.For a greater understanding of how structures coverage works, here are the basics:What does “other structures insurance” co...

Needham, MA Real Estate Market Update 11/5/2022 Needham, MAMarket Update $1,450,000Median List Price$1,003,000Median Sale Price62Homes For Sale21Homes Sold66Days on MarketCurious about home values in this area? Check the ValuesPlease feel free to get in touch with any real estate questions. We welcome your business, and we promise to take excepti...

Is an Attached Greenhouse Right for You? Pergolas and covered patios are wonderful during the warmer parts of the year. While humans can bundle up and build a fire, even a covered outdoor space cannot protect your garden from harsh winter temperatures. If you're interested in finding ways to keep growing your veggies, flowers and other pla...

Boston, MA Real Estate Market Update 10/28/2022 Boston, MAMarket Update $844,950Median List Price$700,000Median Sale Price1348Homes For Sale314Homes Sold80Days on MarketCurious about home values in this area? Check the ValuesPlease feel free to get in touch with any real estate questions. We welcome your business, and we promise to take exception...

Hosting an outdoor event: A guide to decorating an outdoor dining table Do you enjoy hosting dinner parties or delight in fine dining decor? Maybe you have a penchant for entertaining at home and want a few ways to spruce up your outdoor table and relaxation area. Whatever the reason for your curiosity, there are always a tips and tricks to help get, and keep, the creat...