Upcoming events in Boston, MA

As Boston, MA home owners already know, there are constantly fantastic events going on in Boston, MA. I like to stay on top of some of the family-friendly events that my Boston area clients might be most interested in. Here is a small collection of Boston, MA events coming up over the next few weeks. Enjoy!

The Brookline Wagathon

This event is for the Boston area home owners who also own dogs. The Brookline Wagathon will take place on Saturday, September 30th from 11 am to 3 pm at Washington Square in Brookline. The cost is $10 per dog. There will be an opportunity for dogs (and their owners) to socialize. There will also be vets on hands to do routine check-ups, and groomers giving "pet-icures." Expect dog treats for sale and available for free. This will be a great time for adults, children, and pups! For more information, click here.

Harvest Concert Festival

The Harvest Concert Festival takes place on Saturday, October 13th at 8 pm. It will be located at 85 Seaverns Avenue in Jamaica Plain. This concert festival is a celebration of three different types of music--folk, jazz, and singer-song writer. The musicians performing are Bob Bradshaw, Christs Gniadek, and Neil Helme. Tickets are $10 apiece and more information is available here.

Puppet Showplace Theatre presents The Frog Prince by Pumpernickel Puppets

The Puppet Showplace Theatre is a non-profit organization committed to educational puppet shows. It has been around since the 1970s and is the only year-round puppet organization in New England. The Frog Prince will be performed on Saturday, September 29th and Sunday, September 30th from 1 - 2 pm and 3 - 4 pm each day. The location is 32 Station Street in Brookline. Tickets are $12 each. For more information, click here.

Thank you for visiting my blog! If you attend any of these Boston area events, feel free to tell me about it in the comments. As always, do not hesitate to contact me if you need any real estate-related help.

Michael Feldman
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Staging your Boston, MA home for Fall

Staging is an important part of selling your Boston, MA home. Although it might not seem like a big deal, giving your house a bit of a makeover before putting it on the market can make you more money by helping the house sell more quickly and for a higher amount. Staging your Boston, MA home should be somewhat tailored to the season. Here are tips on staging your Boston, MA home for fall:

Get rid of the leaves!
You never know when a potential buyer might drive by to take a look at the place. Make sure the yard is always free of leaves--even when you aren't planning an open house. Check the gutters, too, and empty them if leaves have built up. Even small things like backed up gutters can give the wrong impression that the house has not been properly maintained.

Bring in a lot of light.
We have less sunlight during the fall months and that's too bad because natural light helps when you're selling your home. Do your best to let in and accentuate as much natural light as possible. Paint walls light colors to reflect light. Swap out dark curtains or blinds for light, airy fabric window coverings. Hold showings earlier, before the sun goes down.

Decorate in a seasonal way.
Put a pumpkin on the front porch and colorful gourds in the middle of the kitchen table to decorate for Autumn. Light a pumpkin- or cinnamon-scented candle. These touches will be comforting. Don't, however, make the mistake of decorating for Halloween when your house is on the market. This could look cheap and gaudy, or even worse, offend certain people.

These tips should help you as you're staging your Boston, MA home before you put it on the market. If you have any questions about real estate or want to enlist a professional to help you sell your home, do not hesitate to contact me.

Michael Feldman
Keller Williams Realty-Boston Metro

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