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Written By: Elizabeth Bolton

In October, after 12 years at 171 Huron Ave – first at DeWolfe and then Coldwell Banker – I moved across Cambridge to RE/MAX Destiny.

I’m thrilled by the move – and now that I’ve finally unpacked I thought I’d introduce you to my new office.

Over the years many of my favorite agents had moved to RE/MAX and I’m delighted to join them.  Coincidentally, all four of us in my room were formerly at DeWolfe.  The admin and marketing staff at RE/MAX Destiny is top notch and such a pleasure to work with.  The office has all the real estate bases covered with a property management division, commercial real estate agents, a super rental department, and close to 50 residential real estate agents.

My new office address is 907 Massachusetts Ave.  It’s a very different feel than Huron Ave with lots of foot traffic well into the evening and easy access to the Red Line at Central or Harvard.  The convenience of being just down the street from City Hall and the post office can’t be beat and I love walking around Mid-Cambridge when I leave the office.  I’ve yet to find a nearby place for a slice of pizza (where’s my new Armando’s?) but there are plenty of restaurants to explore.  Come join me for lunch when you’re in the neighborhood!

Before I packed up I made sure to photograph my old desk:

This was my desk at Coldwell Banker

This was my desk at Coldwell Banker

And here’s my new space.  It’s really sweet – you can’t see the wide board floors or the wall of windows overlooking Hancock Street and Mass Ave.

My new desk at ReMax Destiny

My new desk at RE/MAX Destiny

If you’re in the neighborhood stop by RE/MAX  at 907 Mass Ave and say hi!

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Join Us In Welcoming Our Newest Member

Welcome Rose Wright wright,Rose

We are very pleased to announce that Rose Wright has joined RE/MAX Destiny. Rose is a lifelong resident of Boston and a graduate of Cambridge College with a master’s degree in Elementary Education, as well as a graduate of Boston College with a Master’s in Social Work and Administration.

She is an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) and has been matching buyers and sellers with the right properties since 2004. Rose is honest, ethical and dependable and committed to her field. When Rose isn’t working with her clients, she spends her time with her 5 adult children and 7 grandchildren and is very active within the church community.

When asked why she joined, Rose said “I found the company’s philosophy and practices that focus on agents to be refreshing. I experienced agents, managers and staff to be very knowledgeable, welcoming and supportive. I also believe the tools, training and mentorship will be extremely beneficial to me at this time in my career.  I am very optimistic about my decision to join RE/MAX Destiny.”

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Join Us In Welcoming Our Newest Member!

Welcome James Daniel

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We are very pleased to announce that James Daniel has joined RE/MAX Destiny. James is a well respected professional and a graduate of the Realtors Institute (GRI). He is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR). James is a member of a number of professional associations including: Greater Boston Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, Massachusetts Association of Realtors, The Real Estate Buyer Agent Council and the Council of Residential Specialists. James has also been a recipient of the International Diamond Society Award and he is also a Quality Service Agent Award Recipient.

James has been successfully matching buyers with the right homes and has assisted sellers in moving up to their dream home since 1989. He consistently receives recognition for his expertise and commitment to his customers.

“It’s exciting to have James join our team. We have history having worked in the same office for years. It’s feels a little bit like a family reunion, ”said Paul Turcotte, Broker Owner.

James grew up in Boston and currently lives in Medford, MA.

When asked why he joined, James said “Simply put…RE/MAX Destiny is the fastest growing real estate office in Cambridge and I like to be where the action is.”

 

 

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MA Race for the Cure

A BIG THANK YOU  from RE/MAX Destiny to Michaela Hellman for being one of the top fundraisers for the MA Race for the Cure!

Top Fundraisers for MA Race for the Cure

A BIG SHOUT OUT goes to Team RE/MAX who raised over $12,000 at the MA Race for the Cure. Thank you to all 45 Team RE/MAX members who came out and shared their day with us. A very special congratulations goes out to our top three fundraisers! Please be sure to thank the following people if you see them in your office:

1. Julie Scott of RE/MAX Heritage
2. Michaela Hellman of RE/MAX Destiny
3. Bob Salvo of RE/MAX Leading Edge

Once again, thank you and your Agents for your support throughout this year’s Race for the Cure events! RE/MAX of New England

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Liz Bolton Joins RE/MAX Destiny

Welcome Liz Bolton!

We are very happy to announce that Elisabeth Bolton has joined RE/MAX Destiny. Liz was first licensed in 2000 and quickly became a highly valued member of the Cambridge Real Estate Community. She has a B.A. from Wellesley College and received her M.S. from Simmons College.

She has obtained a number of designations and specialized certifications including Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Certification by the National Trust for Historic Preservation on Historic Property, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) – a designation held by fewer than 1 in 20 real estate agents. Liz is also a Certified Negotiation Specialist, Certified E-Marketing Specialist and has obtained the Loss Mitigation Certification.

As a lifelong New Englander Liz combines local expertise and knowledge with the experience gained from several home renovations which means she has contacts and advice to share with clients contemplating improvements, renovations or additions. Liz quickly connects and establishes meaningful long lasting relationships with her clients. Her considerable success is no doubt due to her energetic and enthusiastic commitment to outstanding service.

We are  very excited to have her become a member of our team.

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Two Make The Top 25 Individual Agent List For July

We are very proud to announce that two of our members made the                                                                    RE/MAX of New England Top 25 List for July.

Sandrine Deschaux
David Shorey

Sandrine Deschaux receives high honers for being #4 out of close to 3,000 RE/MAX Agents in New England.

David Shorey came in at a very respectable #13.         David was the #1 producer at RE/MAX Destiny for all of 2011.

Great Work…Her’s To Your Continued Success!

 

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Cost Of Renting A Home On The Rise

Tim Schmidt, our rental manager was interviewed by WBZ-TV about the cost of rentals in the Boston area.


 

By Joe Shortsleeve, WBZ-TV Chief Correspondent

August 15, 2012 12:01 AM

BOSTON (CBS) – It’s a question that frustrates tenants across the state:  why are rents so high?

In fact, rents in the Greater Boston area are among the highest in the country.

By one estimate, it takes $1,700 to get a unit in the suburbs and $3,000 in downtown Boston.

“This season has been extraordinary.  Rents are super high.  I think the vacancy rate is 3-percent right now,” said Tim Schmidt of REMAX Destiny in Cambridge.

That vacancy rate is second only to San Francisco.

Schmidt believes one reason for the high rents is good news.  The region’s job market is stronger than most other cities.

“You see a lot of start- ups, a lot of bio-tech,” said Schmidt.  “There are people starting jobs in the $70,000-$100,000 range and moving to Boston.”

Although there have been new units added in unconventional areas like adjacent to Fenway Park, inventory cannot meet demand.

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Cambridge Condo Trends – June 2012

Cambridge Condo Trends June 2012

Cambridge Summary: Lack of inventory continues to tighten the market down 38% compared to June last year. ~ Condo listing $ volume remains down by comparison by 28% from 141 million to 101 million in market value. ~ The median list price is up by 8% or $39K with days on market dropping to an average of less than 2 months before going off market. ~ Condos that went under agreement went up by 12.5%.

Cambridge Condo Sales Chart June 2012

Cambridge condo sales, month to date, are up 4% with year to date number of sold condos up by 5%. Sold $ volume YTD increased by 2% from $161 million in 2011 to $164 million this year. The median sale price improved by $5,000 with the ratio of sale price to original price at 99% due to multiple offer bidding and reduced time on market. ~ The average square foot price for April was $469 per square foot with the average living area at 1,088 square feet.

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Welcome Lisa Doherty-Santana

There is nothing I enjoy more than working with people that are passionate about the business and always looking to improve.  Lisa is such a person, so I am very excited about working with her on building her business.

Lisa started her career with the enviable task of being a real estate agent on the Caribbean island of St. John for two years, where she lived directly after college.

She moved to Cambridge in 2006 and has been representing buyers and sellers through through an  independent and smaller company in the Cambridge Area for over six years. Lisa quickly became a top producer. Last year alone she was involved in the sale of 26 homes. Lisa is a natural who quickly connects and establishes meaningful long lasting relationships with her clients. Lisa’s success is in no doubt due to her energetic and enthusiastic commitment to outstanding service.

After living in the Caribbean, the love of traveling compelled her to explore new grounds and she moved to Latin America for one year where she studied the language and culture of Guatemala and Argentina. She currently lives with her husband Hudson just outside of Boston.

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