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MBTA fares increased yesterday!
July 2, 2016
MBTA Fares went up yesterday. Here’s How Much It Will Cost You.
Take a look at how much you’ll be shelling out come July 1.
The MBTA’s new fare changes will take effect this Friday, and though you won’t have to break the bank, prices are on the uptick.
Commuters will see hikes almost across the board, save for a 10-cent drop in bus cash fares. Here’s a look at how much you’ll be shelling out come July 1:
Single-Fare Rides
Fare Type
Local Bus
CharlieCard: $1.70
CharlieTicket: $2
Cash on board: $2
Senior and TAP: 85 cents
Student: 85 cents
Bus + Bus
CharlieCard: $1.70
CharlieTicket: $2.00
Cash on board: $4.00
Senior and TAP: $0.85 cents
Student: 85 cents
Rapid Transit
CharlieCard: $2.25
CharlieTicket: $2.75
Cash on board: $2.75
Senior and TAP: $1.10
Student: $1.10
Bus + Rapid Transit
CharlieCard: $2.25 (Users may transfer from a local bus to a rapid transit to a local bus for the price of one rapid transit trip)
CharlieTicket: $4.75
Cash on board: $4.75
Senior and TAP: $1.10
Student: $1.10
Monthly Passes
LinkPass Monthly: $84.50
7-Day LinkPass: $21.25
Local Bus Monthly Pass: $55
Senior/TAP Monthly Pass: $30
Student Monthly Pass: $30
Commuter Rail
- Zone 1A – $2.25
- Zone 1 – $6.25
- Zone 2 – $6.75
- Zone 3 – $7.50
- Zone 4 – $8.25
- Zone 5 – $9.25
- Zone 6 – $10.00
- Zone 7 – $10.50
- Zone 8 – $11.50
- Zone 9 – $12.00
- Zone 10 – $12.50
On top of the fare hikes, the MBTA has increased its Student Pass availability; come Sept. 1, monthly passes will be valid seven days a week during the academic school year. In addition, starting in 2017, students may retain up to $30 on their passes during July and August.
Last week, the The Massachusetts Department of Transportation Board approved a $14.8 billion 5-year Capital Investment Plan to improve its core systems and modernize the current infrastructure in lieu of expansion.
Buying and Selling at the same time!
June 30, 2016
By: Ari Taylor
Casey C. from Revere asks, “How do you coordinate buying and selling at the same time?”
Just one real estate transaction can be stressful enough! How do you juggle two real estate transactions at the same time?
Build a good team! Having an agent, a broker and an attorney on your team is crucial. When buying and selling, you need to make certain that your team is rock solid!
Talk to your mortgage broker first. There are two ways to approach this situation: Is your purchase contingent on selling your home, or can you purchase first?
If you are able to make a second purchase without selling first, this could make things a lot easier, but there are a few things to be aware of… How long can you afford two mortgages? What is your home worth? What can you afford without selling first? What can afford if you do sell first? Would you consider renting your current property out rather than selling?
Call your Realtor! Most Realtors are able to handle the sale of your current home and the purchase of your new home. Having one person for both helps with the timelines and keeps everyone in the loop.
Talk to your Realtor about a plan and a timeline! Set limits in terms of what you are willing to accept.
Set realistic goals! When submitting an offer, you look much stronger to a seller if you have nothing to sell first. And on the flip side, buyers are more attracted to a quick close.\
Keep in mind that this doesn’t mean it can’t be done!
List your home and hold an open house before you submit an offer. Having an offer on your property shows the seller you are serious.
Work with one team to ensure everyone know the entirety of the situation and know your limits!
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New to the market in Marlborough!
June 27, 2016
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Available for August close! Check out this completely renovated Village Colonial in the Ward Park Neighborhood of Marlborough! This 1880 home has been brought up to today’s standards with updated electrical, plumbing, gas heat, central a/c, roof, insulation and siding. New kitchen with pantry, stainless steel appliances, corian counter tops and sliding barn door. First floor bedroom / office with full closet and French doors. Open staircase with large window and coat area for great sunlight! Large master with Jack and Jill style full bath on the second floor. All the original wide plank pine flooring on the second floor has been restored and shows beautifully with the contemporary flair this home now has. Full daylight walk out basement to the completed fenced in large yard is perfect for dogs or kids. Oversized one car garage! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1000+ sq ft. Walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants and on the edge of newly finished Ward Park with tennis courts, running track, playground and Skate Park. Great commuter location! Home will be listed in August but private showings for qualified buyers now! Listed at just $324,999!
Excellent investment opportunity for sale in Somerville!
June 27, 2016
Attention Investors! Grab this quick! Fully-rented three-family in the hot market of East Somerville! Just steps to Sullivan Square T, Assembly Square Shops, Restaurants & Route 93 you will always have tenants! First floor has individual entrance with central air and basement access. All units have separately metered gas heat. Maintenance free vinyl siding and newer roof. Great private fenced back yard. Each level has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with great details such as hardwood floors and built-ins. Realize over a 5% cap rate with market rate rents! Open house on Thursday 6/30 from 12pm-2pm! Listed at just $949,999!
Contemporary colonial home for sale in Hopkinton!
June 27, 2016
Located at 90 Frankland Road, this impressive 3000+ sq feet of quality New England construction can be found in this contemporary colonial on a quiet street in Hopkinton. Great commuting location but quiet and peaceful on 2+ wooded acres this is truly an oasis at the end of the day! Open floor plan on the main level with a curved stair case off the foyer. Kitchen/dining room spans 28 x 16 along the back of the house with a full deck to enjoy. Granite counters and plenty of windows! Oversized fireplace family room is 21 x 18 with hardwoods and easily accommodates the whole family. Expansive master bedroom (22 x 21) with cathedral ceilings. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and a full dry walk out basement that is plumbed and ready to finish! Previous permit in hand for a detached 2 story garage or barn on a slab foundation. New roof and new septic in 2013! This house could easily be worth $100ks more with a just a small amount of elbow grease! Listed at just $525,000!
Price adjustment on this contemporary gem in Marlborough!
June 27, 2016
Houses like this don’t come on the market often! Completely renovated contemporary 5 bedroom 3 bath home on a secluded wooded lot in a premier cul-de-sac location in Marlborough! Open concept main living area with real solid hard wood floors and transitional kitchen with custom cabinets; smudge proof stainless steel appliances and granite counters with offsetting island. Bright and airy with vaulted ceilings and with double slider doors to the deck and expansive wooded back yard. Full master suite with a vaulted ceiling and skylights, brand new bathroom and walk in closet. Main level bath complete with ceramic tile floor and double vanity to accommodate a growing family. Lower level family room with fireplace and full bath allows for flexible living arrangements with in-laws, teenagers or an au pair. With over 2200 sq feet of top quality living space this is a house to make a home! 2 car garage, gas heat, central a/c and location location location! Near shopping (Soloman Pond Mall), restaurants, movies, sports complex and major commuting routes but nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac location with sidewalks. Voted a ?2016 Game Changer? in the Boston Globe Marlborough enjoys easy highway access and has a top rated (#3 in the country according to US News) AMSA school. Now just $498,500!
Fantastic colonial home for sale in Princeton!
June 27, 2016
What a wonderful home to bring to our busy market! This newer colonial set back from the road on a picturesque 2+ acre lot in Princeton has a lot to offer you. Wonderful layout on the main level with flexible open floor plan with hardwoods to include a formal living room, dining room and study. Oversized windows throughout for great natural light! Large eat-in chef’s kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and custom cherry cabinets looks out over the expansive flat back yard and the deck. From the double story foyer and staircase is the master bedroom featuring his and hers closets and private bath with jetted tub. Three generous sized bedrooms and another full bath complete the upper level! Full walk out basement could be finished for additional space but with 2400+ sq feet you will have plenty of room to roam! Occupancy to be 7/1 or later due to tenant lease. http://19redemptionrocktrailnort.ihousenet.com/
Two family on 3.7 acres for sale in Holden!
June 27, 2016
This is truly an excellent opportunity! Back on market due to buyer financing fall out. Priced well below assessed value! Legal two family on 3.7 acres with 3 barns in a great location on Salisbury Street in Holden. Would make an amazing restoration project back to a single family! Original wide pine flooring and high ceilings. Additional loft area and deck to the side yard. This is a huge beautiful house that started life in 1850 and is now ready for the next chapter with someone who can roll up their sleeves and do some hard work to the 4288 square feet of living space. Keep it a two family and enjoy rental income or turn it back into a single family and enjoy the grandeur of days gone by! Now listed at $237,500! ***No access to the property. This property conveys with existing tenants. Title V will not be done. This property does need work. Cash buyers only! Do not walk the property!***
Price adjustment on this Victorian in Ware!
June 27, 2016
Amazing opportunity to own a classic New England Victorian with character and all the extras. This proud home has been with us since 1855 and retains many original details. You will be breathless walking through the door to the wide sweeping hardwood staircase with gentle natural lighting from the stain glass window hallway above. Delightful original pocket doors allow you to enter the fireplace study or the front to back living room with pellet stove. 3 season enclosed porch, deck and swimming pool! Oversized kitchen & full dining room. With six bedrooms, 3 baths and a walk up attic for more space it will be hard to run out of room! Full walk out basement with workshop and high ceilings allows for the hobbyist if the two story barn (wired) is not enough. Updated electric, plumbing, heating and bathrooms. Great in-town location 15 minutes to the MA Pike and 30 minutes to Amherst and USDA qualifying! Price dropped to just $254,999!
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Starter home for sale in Shrewsbury!
June 27, 2016
If you are looking for a great starter home or condo alternative in a wonderful community, then we are here for you! 20 Bay View Road is situated back from the road offering a huge front yard for both privacy and fun! The updated main level has a full bedroom, bathroom, galley kitchen and large living room overlooking the side yard with bay windows. This is a flexible floor plan that can be a combined living / dining or open concept and optional first floor master bedroom! Completely renovated lower level includes heated floors, fireplace and half bath for the current master suite. Sought after location with neighborhood park and desirable commuter location with easy access to shopping and Mass Pike, Routes 20, 9, 122 and 146. Large back yard with lofted garage provides additional storage space for future expansion possibilities! Now just $224,999!
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