Western Massachusetts

Sept. 21, 2026

MGM Springfield's Impact on Downtown Real Estate

By Lori Gabriel  September 21, 2026

MGM Springfield's nearly $1 billion investment has driven measurable tourism growth, multi-family price increases, and downtown revitalization in Springfield, MA. Research shows limited direct impact on single-family or condo prices, but strong spillover effects for investors, hospitality workers, and buyers seeking …

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Sept. 2, 2026

Relocating from North Central CT to Western MA

By Lori Gabriel  September 2, 2026

Moving from North Central Connecticut to Western Massachusetts involves selling your CT home, navigating cross-state financing, and buying in a market where July 2026 data shows rising sales with mixed price trends by county. A team licensed in both states coordinates …

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Aug. 21, 2026

Renovate or Sell As-Is in North Central CT & Western Mass?

Should you renovate before selling in North Central CT or Western Mass?

By Lori Gabriel

In most cases, targeted cosmetic updates, fresh paint, refinished floors, a cleaned-up kitchen, improve your sale-to-list ratio and reduce days on market. But full renovations rarely return dollar-for-dollar in Hartford County …

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Aug. 19, 2026

Pro Real Estate Photos Worth It in North Central CT?

Is it worth paying for professional real estate photos in North Central Connecticut?

By Lori Gabriel

Yes, for most sellers in North Central Connecticut and Western Massachusetts, professional listing photos are worth every dollar. National research shows professionally photographed homes sell up to 32% faster and …

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Aug. 12, 2026

Selling With Foundation Issues in Hartford & Springfield

Can you sell a house with foundation issues in Hartford or Springfield without fixing everything first?

By Lori Gabriel

Yes. Sellers in North Central Connecticut and Western Massachusetts sell homes with known foundation problems every year without completing repairs first. Your legal obligation is to disclose …

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Aug. 7, 2026

What Will I Net Selling My House in Western MA?

How do you calculate your net proceeds when selling a house in Western Massachusetts?

Your net proceeds equal your sale price minus every cost that comes out of your side of the closing statement: mortgage payoff, Massachusetts deed excise tax, brokerage compensation, attorney fees, seller credits, prorated …

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