Why is that, and what’s it mean for us?

Your housing needs vary at different stages of your life,” says Avi Kaufman, Co-founder of Accent Realty.

Brookline currently has eight Local Historic Districts, and some people want more. What's wrong with that?

As it does every year, the pace of new listings is trailing off as we approach Thanksgiving. What’s different is that

Unnecessary parking minimums raise the cost of housing

We were filled with awe and inspired by what these students put together, and humbled by the sacrifices made by those from our community whom these squares honor.

We conducted this short, anonymous survey to get a sense of the current economic confidence of Brookline and Newton residents. Here are the results.

The last thing you need is another "Our response to Covid-19” email. But what is happening in Brookline/Boston real estate now?

Part 8 of 8. Sometimes when people say "affordable housing” in the context of a town’s housing stock they are referring to income-restricted rental housing. Is that broad enough definition?

Part 7 of 8. Help people live where there is less costly housing.

Part 6 of 8. Several towns want to levy a real estate transfer tax. The way it's currently written, it runs the risk of galvanizing opposition to overall affordable housing efforts.

Part 5 of 8. Brookline’s proximity to Boston’s many colleges and universities is another factor in our housing crunch. Shortages of on-campus housing and students living off-campus increases demand on limited inventory.

Part 4 of 8. There are thousands of existing housing units that are only partially used.

Part 3 of 8. Having the option to rent out your own home on a short-term basis can be a good thing. But what about an investor who purchases multiple units expressly for the purpose, reducing the supply of housing available for residents?

Part 2 of 8. If you’ve ever tried to rent an apartment for a family with kids under the age of six, or even for a newly married couple, you’ve likely experienced discrimination first-hand.

Part 1 of 8. There are thousands of existing homes suitable for middle- and low-income families that have been artificially (or unlawfully) removed from the general market.

Does it make sense to offer before the open house? A look at the numbers

The number of new home listings has rebounded post-Labor Day. How does this year's September bump compare to prior years, and what does it mean for the state of the market?

In this first episode we discuss two unique single-family homes we toured this week.

Have you ever wondered why there are so many wild turkeys roaming around Brookline? They were virtually wiped out across Massachusetts in the 19th century, but thanks to conservation efforts their population has rebounded to over 25,000 today.

The buyers were preparing for their purchase. It was a few days before the closing date, and they were expecting to receive instructions from their attorney on where to wire the money.

Year in Review

I have some exciting news to share. My business partner and I are launching a new brokerage!

Should you buy or sell first, or try to do both simultaneously? Here are some considerations.

Escalation clauses are becoming more common in real estate offers in Brookline and Boston as buyers try to make their offer stand out from the crowd.

Boston startup Residential Way's interview of Avi for their blog

GIFs of creative furniture setups to make use of available space.

Theoretically, the assessed value is tied to the market value of the property. How close are they really? We compare actual sale prices from 2017 to their 2017 tax assessment.

Stunning, light-filled, Coolidge Corner duplex condo! Extensively renovated with 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths and 2 parking spots.

Wonderful opportunity on Mission Hill for anyone looking for a 2-family close to the T, parks, the city, and so much more. This house has been owner occupied since 2000. Live in one unit, rent out the other to help with the mortgage!

Newer construction 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom townhouse and attached garage on a one-way, residential, tree-lined street.

Buying a home can be complicated. Almost every transaction has its unique elements and challenges. This guide will help you prepare for what will probably be the biggest purchase of your life.

From driverless cars to global warming, the future is coming and it will change where you live.

Buying a home can be complex, and challenges sometimes arise. Here are six examples.

Plumbers, electricians, accountants... who do you recommend?

Check out these two unique and exceptional properties in Brookline, one in Coolidge Corner, and one in Brookline Village.

In the supply/demand equation, we are short on supply. Is that finally changing?

A list of places around Boston to bring your out-of-town guests.

Learn how buyers can limit their risk even when making offers without mortgage contingencies.

An ongoing recap of the latest properties I've viewed.

Do sellers win or lose when buyers make exploding offers?

As a special for Valentine's Day, here are wines paired with stages of home buying.

For buyers and sellers, now is the time to get ready for the spring market.

A graphical review of 2015 and what it might mean for 2016.

Do solar panels increase or decrease the value of a home?

A comprehensive guide for buyers in the Greater Boston area. What to expect and how to prepare.

Top 10 tips and tricks for making the most of a small living space.

How can you use broker tours to gain an edge in a competitive real estate market? This post explains what these tours are and how to take advantage of them.

What can we use to predict the value of a home? I analyzed 48,526 records of single-family houses and 19,453 condominiums sold in the past year.

Where can you get the most bang for your buck as a real estate investor? The price-to-rent ratio can be a useful aid for deciding which markets to investigate further. It represents the ratio of real estate prices to the annual rents that can be earned.

You can hardly walk a block in Cambridge without running into a coworking or incubator space, and they are plentiful in downtown Boston as well. In Brookline, however, you’d be hard pressed to find one that caters to creative workers.

I’ve sent out new kitchen magnets to help all you cooks with kitchen measurement conversions. If you didn’t receive one, it means I probably don’t have your address. Please send me an email (avi@avirealestate.com) with your address and I’ll send you one of the new ones right away! Above is an image of the new magnet.

You probably know or could guess that more properties are listed for sale in the spring than any other time of year. Pragmatically, however, people have to move for various reasons throughout the year, even in the middle of winter. So what is the actual distribution of new listings throughout the year?

In the first half of 2015, properties around Boston seemed to sell almost instantly upon being listed. Let’s take a closer look at that.

Have you ever walked by a real estate sign and wondered what they're asking for the property? Now you can find out with just a text message.

I’m back in Boston and working as a real estate agent here and in surrounding areas. Last time, much of my business was referred by clients and friends impressed with my level of service, and I’m hoping to use that same approach again.