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Movin’ On Up

17 Mar

As a soon-to-be homeowner, I certainly have a different way of reading real estate news and articles pertaining to the best neighborhoods, etc. For example, in yesterday’s Boston Globe Magazine I saw that my new zip code — 02467 — was listed as the third-best ZIP code in Massachusetts (within I-495, that is) because of the jump in single-family home prices and the abundance of retail stores. For me, that’s a jump from seventh place, where my current ZIP code is listed. Now, of course, I can’t claim any real personal investment in 02446 because currently I only rent, but it’s nice to know my choice of a new home is a step up in the right direction.

Closer to Closing

5 Mar

My lawyer tells me the heavy lifting is over — in a manner of speaking, anyway. I’ve now signed the Purchase & Sale agreement and have applied for a mortgage. Now I basically just sit back and relax, and wait until the closing later this month, when I can officially be declared a home owner. Well, not exactly relax. There’s that little matter of packing, of course. But something tells me throwing all my possessions in boxes, bags and crates will be a lot less stressful than deciding on a mortgage broker.

Woo hoo! Buying a condo is fun again.

Gonna Buy Me a Condo

20 Feb

Well, it took a bit of back and forth, and of course it’s still subject to inspection and all that good stuff, but a deal has been struck.

So, I’m buying a condo. Woo hoo! I’ll never have to mow de lawn … I’m gonna get me the t-shirt, wit’ the alligator on!

Jeez, this buying real estate thing sure is fun.

(no, there’s nothing to see. just listen to the song.)

Making an Offer They Can’t Refuse. Hopefully.

17 Feb

Well, folks, it’s with mixed emotion that I tell you I’ve made an offer on a condo.

If you know how indecisive I can be, you know this is a very big deal.

Hell, it takes me a while just to buy a pair of pants! Continue reading →

Meet My Roommate, Nosferatu

2 Jul

Forget all that crap about wanting to stay in Coolidge Corner when I finally do buy a condo.

I’ve just put down a bid for this cozy place in Romania.

Now, some may say I’m a bit batty for doing so, but I hear the nightlife is great here.

Apparently the place really comes alive when the sun goes down.

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