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Remembering Frankie: When Real Estate Meets Real Life At Boston Connect Real Estate, we talk about homes, transitions, and new chapters every single day. But occasionally, life reminds us that before we are Realtors, brokers, agents, or clients, we are people. And some moments deserve to be honored exactly as they unfold. This past episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable was one of those moments. A...

Winter Home Buying on the South Shore: What Buyers Need to Know, Expect & Prepare For Buying a home during the winter may feel unconventional but for many South Shore buyers, it can actually be one of the most strategic times of year to enter the market. In a recent episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Boston Connect Real Estate’s broker-owner Sharon McNamara and co-host Melissa Wallace bro...

The What & Why of DOM: Understanding Days on Market in Today’s Real Estate Market When a home lingers on the market longer than expected, both buyers and sellers naturally start asking the same question: “Why hasn’t it sold yet?” On a recent episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Sharon McNamara and Melissa Wallace took a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood metrics in real estate DOM...

The Importance of the Final Walkthrough: What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know Insights from Talk Real Estate Roundtable with Boston Connect Real Estate At Boston Connect Real Estate, we believe that education is one of the most valuable tools we can provide buyers and sellers. In a recent episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, hosts Melissa Wallace and Tracy Grady took a deep dive into one of t...

Winter Wisdom: Buying and Selling Homes in New England During the Cold Months When most people think of real estate seasonality, they picture the spring market bright flowers, open houses, and eager buyers emerging from winter hibernation. But on this week’s episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Sharon McNamara and Melissa Wallace reminded listeners that winter in New England brings its own uniq...

From Offer to Closing: Navigating the Home Sale Timeline When buying or selling a home in Massachusetts, timing is everything. From the moment an offer is submitted to the day the keys change hands, there’s a complex series of steps that must align perfectly and sometimes those steps are influenced by weather, holidays, or even the timing of other transactions. In a recent episode of Talk Real Est...

Real Estate Nightmares As Halloween approaches, we’re embracing the spooky spirit here at Boston Connect Real Estate but not with ghosts or goblins. This week’s episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable turned the spotlight on something far scarier: real estate nightmares. From flooded basements to unexpected squatters, these are the kinds of stories every agent dreads but learns from. Co-hosts Melis...

Understanding Massachusetts’ New Home Inspection Law: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know By Boston Connect Real Estate | Talk Real Estate Roundtable Massachusetts real estate just saw one of its biggest regulatory changes in years and if you’re buying or selling a home, it’s important to understand what this new law means for you. In our latest Talk Real Estate Roundtable episode, Sharon McNamar...

Two Sides of the Same Transaction: Understanding the Roles of Buyer’s and Seller’s Agents In this week’s episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Sharon McNamara and Melissa Wallace dove into the heart of every real estate transaction, the two sides that make it all happen: the buyer’s agent and the seller’s agent. Through personal stories, professional insights, and even a few real-life lessons fr...

When Safety Becomes the Story: A Real-Life Lesson from an Open House In this powerful episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Sharon McNamara, Broker & Owner of Boston Connect Real Estate, shared a firsthand experience that reminded every real estate professional and homeowner just how important safety is in this industry. What started as a typical fall Saturday open house turned into a real-w...

Understanding Massachusetts’ New Home Inspection Law: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know This fall, Massachusetts real estate is seeing a major change that will affect the way offers are written and accepted statewide. Beginning October 15, 2025, a new home inspection law goes into effect — and it’s designed to protect buyers’ rights while reshaping how agents handle offers. At Boston Connect Re...

Using the Five Senses to Buy & Sell Homes on the South Shore At Boston Connect Real Estate, we believe buying or selling a home isn’t just about numbers on a page it’s about creating a full experience. On a recent episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, hosts Melissa Wallace and Tracy Grady explored how the five senses sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch play a surprisingly big role in real...

Maintenance, Staging & Strategy For Sellers In The Fall As the leaves begin to turn and the air becomes crisp across the South Shore, it's the perfect time for homeowners to take a closer look at their properties especially if a home sale is on the horizon. On the latest Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Sharon McNamara and Melissa Wallace of Boston Connect Real Estate dove into fall home preparati...

Inside the Life of a South Shore Realtor: Behind the Scenes at Boston Connect At Boston Connect Real Estate, we believe real estate is more than just transactions—it's about community, connection, and creating experiences that matter. That’s exactly what came to life during the latest Talk Real Estate Roundtable, as Office Manager Melissa Wallace and Tracy Grady , Realtor at Boston Connect Real Es...

Navigating Today’s South Shore Market: Insights from Talk Real Estate Roundtable At Boston Connect Real Estate, our mission is to keep South Shore buyers, sellers, and homeowners informed about the ever-changing real estate landscape. In our latest Talk Real Estate Roundtable, we discussed timely topics shaping the market—from pricing strategies to navigating common myths—offering guidance to help...

Why Having the Right Real Estate Representation Matters More Than Ever By Boston Connect Real Estate Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions you’ll ever make—and having the right representation can make all the difference. On the August 23rd episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, hosts Sharon McNamara and Melissa Wallace dove deep into why working with an...

What to Know About Selling a Mobile Home in Massachusetts By Boston Connect Real Estate Selling a mobile home in Massachusetts isn't quite the same as selling a traditional single-family house. There are unique requirements, paperwork, and processes that both sellers and real estate agents need to understand to ensure a smooth transaction. In the August 16 episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, h...

Mobile Homeownership in Massachusetts: What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know By Boston Connect Real Estate Mobile homes are an often overlooked but valuable segment of the real estate market—offering affordability, community living, and low-maintenance lifestyles. On the August 9th episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, hosts Sharon McNamara and Melissa Wallace explored the unique considerations...

From Blueprint to Move-In: Navigating the New Construction Market with Confidence Inspired by the August 2, 2025 episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable By Boston Connect Real Estate The real estate market is heating up, and for many homebuyers, new construction offers an exciting opportunity to find (or build) their dream home. On this week’s episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Boston Connect’...

Why Home Inspections Matter: Insights from the Talk Real Estate Roundtable At Boston Connect Real Estate, we believe every move should be a moving experience—and that starts with being informed. In our latest episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, host Melissa Wallace sat down with veteran Realtor® Sue Bollinger to dive deep into the importance of home inspections, a topic that’s gaining even mor...

Right-Sizing Your Home: Making the Move That Fits Your Life At Boston Connect Real Estate, we know that real estate is more than just buying or selling a home—it’s about finding the right fit for the next chapter of your life. In a recent Talk Real Estate Roundtable episode, hosts Melissa Wallace and Realtor® Kristen Howlett explored the concept of "right-sizing," and why it’s becoming the perfect...

Stars, Stripes & Summer Traditions on the South Shore By Boston Connect Real Estate As the Fourth of July nears, it’s not just about fireworks and flags—it’s about the memories we create and the communities we cherish. On a special edition of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Sharon McNamara welcomed guest Olivia Snyder, a rising senior studying marketing at the University of Tennessee, to reflect...

Living Local: Spotlight on Plymouth, MA — A Town Steeped in History and Full of Heart At Boston Connect Real Estate, we believe that real estate is more than just buying and selling homes—it’s about finding a lifestyle, a community, and a place to call home. That’s why our Talk Real Estate Roundtable often features our “Living Local” series, where we highlight the unique towns south of Boston. In...

Why Pulling Permits Matters When Renovating Your Home At Boston Connect Real Estate, we believe every move should be a moving experience—and that includes the renovations that prepare a home for sale or improve your living space. On a recent episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, hosts Melissa Wallace and Tracy Grady—longtime real estate professionals and community insiders—discussed a topic ever...

Will This Add Value to My Home? Navigating Renovations with ROI in Mind By Sharon McNamara & Melissa Wallace, Boston Connect Real Estate On this rainy Saturday, the Talk Real Estate Roundtable turned its attention to a question that many homeowners are asking: “Will this renovation actually add value to my home?” Whether you're planning to sell in the near future or just want to enjoy your spa...