Anna Tolstoy's (annaglebova) Blog

How many homes you need to see to find THE one? The true answer is - nobody knows. It can be a huge number of properties, over the course of a year or two, it can be 10 or just one.  Don't be afraid to fall in love and write the offer on the house that you liked. on't be afraid if it's the very f...

We all need to take time for ourselves - to relax, and most importantly recharge. We do so much during the course of a day, and the thrill of the deal (or whatever it is we are doing) gets us excited. Or worried. Or sad. Sometimes even angry and mad. We need to take time for ourselves, and schedu...

Have you heard of Zero Waste home?  It is a household run on green principles, they strive to produce as little trash as possible, and not waste anything. They also don't hold on to unnecessary objects in their life, and have taken the decluttering to the highest level. It's a unique lifestyle, a...

The cheapest way to heat your home - here in Massachusetts, heating costs in winter can kill your budget. Most common way to heat a home in MA is gas, oil, occasional electric, and sometimes addition of a chimney insert or a wood stove.  Oil is the most expensive to begin with, and with prices ri...

Is is too good to be true? Craigslist rental scam is going around. I have seen these posted for Natick, Framingham, Newton, Wellesley rentals. Most likely other towns in Boston area are affected as well.  You will see a rental listing with a nice picture of the house, offered for rent at about 30...

  Getting a mortgage is tough these days, we all have heard it, some know it out of personal experience. Being meticulous with your documents is a big step that helps you stay on top of the game. Make sure you talk to an experienced mortgage broker and follow his or her advice. If you need recomm...

I'm happy to announce that I have recently joined Preservation Properties brokerage based in Newton, MA. Preservation Properties has established itself as a well respected, independent real estate firm specializing in the sale, rental and management of fine properties in Newton and surrounding co...

  Open House this SUNDAY, March 27th, 12 to 2 pm   24 Fieldstone Lane List Price: $735,000  Natick, MA : South Natick 01760   Total Rooms: 11 Bedrooms: 4 Full/Half/Master Baths: 3/1/Yes Fireplaces: 1 Grade School: Memorial Middle School: Kennedy High School: Natick HS Neighborhood/Sub-Division: F...

What to cook when your house is for sale There are 2 main things to consider: First, simplify it as much as your habits allow. Having your Massachusetts home on the market often means added stress - you need to keep it show ready and clean. Good food helps one relax, and preparing food should not...

Need to sell a house? Sell your street! A while ago, I was showing  a property to my buyers in Natick, MA. It was quite a good fit for most of their criteria, location being first on the list. They knew this particular house would need work, but price reflected that, and all other variables seeme...