5 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Buying your first house is an exciting milestone, but it can also be overwhelming and complicated. With so many moving pieces, it’s a challenge to keep track of what you need, what you don’t, and…
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RealTrends Features Randy Kaston and John Starling’s Article, “How 1031 Exchanges Can Help Property Owners Build Net Worth”
Attorney Randy Kaston, with co-author John Starling, SVP of Northern Bank’s 1031 Exchange, LLC, explain how 1031 tax deferred exchanges can help property owners build their total net worth in the RealTrends article, “How 1031…
Residential Real Estate Council Features Matthew Arakelian’s Article, “8 Tips to Win the Home Bidding Wars”
Attorney Matthew Arakelian knows bidding wars can be stressful, especially if you don’t have a clear understanding of what you’re getting into. To make the process easier, Matt shares, “8 Tips to Win the Home…
Bloomberg Tax Features Randy Kaston and John Starling’s Article, “The Process of a 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchange Explained”
Attorney Randy Kaston, with co-author, John Starling, SVP of Northern Bank’s 1031 Exchange, LLC, elaborate on what a 1031 exchange is and the necessary steps to take in their bylined article, “The Process of a…
Bidding War Tactics for Buyers
After months of searching, you finally found your dream home! But if you’re searching for a home in a seller’s market, there’s one thing standing between you and the home of your dreams: other buyers.…
Ligris + Associates Co-Managing Partner Nik Ligris and Lamacchia Realty’s Anthony Lamacchia Discuss the Ever-Changing Real Estate Market
The spring housing market is upon us – and while the consensus in the real estate industry was that it couldn’t get much…
1031 Tax Deferred Exchange Explained
This post was co-authored with John Starling, Senior Vice President, Northern 1031 Exchange, LLC When selling real estate, sellers can face significant tax obligations from the profit of the property sold. However, by using the…
Understanding the Differences Between a Revocable and Irrevocable Trust
People work hard to accumulate assets over their lifetime and it’s critical to properly protect those assets today – and perhaps more importantly –…
Common Compliance and Governance Issues When Establishing a Large Condominium Development
Throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, condominium developments are spreading across communities, offering new real estate opportunities for both developers and buyers. According to realestate.boston.com,…
Business Launch 101: What You Need to Know Before Choosing a Business Entity
When an individual or group establishes a business, one of the key first steps is deciding on the most appropriate business entity. To make…