Brianna McGrath, Realtor & Solar Consultant

09/27/2025

For Rent: Beautifully updated first floor condo for rent in Wakefield!

Amazing location, close to the MBTA, downtown, shopping, dining, lake & trails! Walk Score of 87.

You’ll love the stunning eat-in kitchen with granite counters, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and recessed lighting. The spacious living room and bedroom feature beautiful hardwood flooring, ample closet space, and abundant natural light throughout. The bedroom is complete with a lovely bay window.

In-unit laundry, mini-split heat pumps for heating & cooling, plenty of parking, and a private deck and backyard to enjoy. Additional 14x12 unfinished space included in the lower level, currently used for storage and work-out room. This home has it all!

Option to rent the home furnished at an additional cost. Available for move-in November, 1st. Apply now!

17 Emerson St #1, Wakefield, MA 01880

Measurements obtained from previous listing, tenants to verify.

To schedule a showing contact:
Brianna McGrath, REALTOR, LAER Realty
[email protected]
Call/text: 508-423-2967
Office: 978-251-8221

04/24/2023

01/04/2023

Many buyers understandably want to wait to purchase a home until interest rates go back down. But is that the right move?

Eastern MA and Southern NH are likely to have a shortage of homes for sale for years to come. This low inventory is what leads to bidding wars, drives prices up, and creates what we call a ‘sellers market’.

Increasing interest rates have somewhat slowed the competition among buyers. Less competition has led to prices increasing at a slower rate. However, it’s still a sellers market because of the lack of inventory.

If rates go down in a year or two it’s likely that competition among buyers will increase again. This could result in an increase in prices. So why wait on interest rates?

Talk with your loan officer to see what you qualify for at current interest rates. If you can swing the monthly payment, snag a house that meets your needs this year while there is less competition.

If interest rates go down in the future you can talk to your lender about refinancing your mortgage for a better rate and lower monthly payment. Alternatively, if interest rates go up in the future you’ll be glad you got in now.

Another thing buyers often worry about is the value of their home decreasing after they’ve purchased. No one can predict the future but historically, if home values go down, they go back up eventually. If you’re planning to stay in a home for 10+ years, odds are if the value goes down it will go back up by the time you sell.

Don’t get me wrong, it’s still a ‘sellers market’ especially for homes in the first time home buyer price range. But that’s not likely to change much in the foreseeable future, so why wait? If you’re itching to purchase a home now, let’s talk. Let’s see if I can help you find a home you can afford this year while competition is lower.

DM me if you want to connect with a lender to see how much you qualify for or start your home search in MA or NH. I’m here to help!

12/08/2022

I am a GREEN Designated Realtor. This means that in addition to helping clients with typical real estate goals, I’ve pursued specialized training through the National Association of Realtors to properly value and market the energy efficient and renewable features of a home. For example, when selling a home with solar panels there are steps that can be taken to ensure that a buyer, appraiser, and mortgage company factor your renewable energy production into your homes valuation, so that you’re not leaving money on the table. For more, check out my interview with The Green Alliance - link in comments.
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11/30/2022

Thank you The Green Alliance for the feature!

Check out this article and interview with our partner Brianna McGrath, Realtor & Solar Consultant on Seacoastonline.com !! Follow Brianna on Facebook for awesome updates about sustainable features in homes and much more.

http://blogs.seacoastonline.com/seacoast-green-alliance/2022/11/29/what-is-a-green-designated-realtor-an-interview-with-brianna-mcgrath-of-laer-realty/

11/18/2022

Got to check out this awesome last weekend and meet with the owner/architect to learn all about it!

A Passive House is a home built to high energy efficiency and indoor air quality standards. They use up to 90% less energy than typical homes, keeping monthly utility bills low.

This Passive Home in Somerville, MA has double stud walls with 14.5" of dense packed cellulose insulation, two v***r barriers, and triple pane windows to keep the building envelop tight.

An electric mini-split heat pump provides heating & cooling. The home is also angled towards the sun to maximize heat gain in the winter and shaded by trees to reduce the need for cooling in the summer.

With a tight building envelop, ventilation is important. This home has an HRV (heat recovery ventilation system) that delivers continuous fresh air, and great indoor air quality. (last photo)

The home is powered by solar panels and is net positive, meaning it creates more energy than it uses. Materials with low embodied carbon were used to build the home. This means they chose materials that release minimal greenhouse gas during production. Even the driveway is sustainable (3rd photo). A permeable surface allows water to soak into the ground reducing puddles, runoff, and flooding.

Reach out for me if you’re interested in buying/selling a high-performance home, or if you’re looking to upgrade your current home. I can provide resources on energy efficiency and a free solar panel consultation!

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10/19/2022

Excited to offer you this online course for FREE until the end of the year. Developed by , this course helps homeowners (& aspiring) like you, make informed decisions about the types of products you want in your home. Completing the course will also empower you to speak with industry professionals about upgrades that will benefit your health, your wealth, and the planet. Link in comments, promo code: REthink39
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08/22/2022

30% tax credit on solar panels & storage! Many other incentives available for energy efficiency upgrades that will help you save on energy bills. Message me for a free solar consultation and find out how much you can save with solar! ☀️

08/20/2022

Salem, NH Market Update🏡
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Rising interest rates are slowing demand, placing downward pressure on market prices.
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However, demand is still high. Last month, Salem had 3.4 months worth of single family homes for sale. This is an increase in inventory but still low in comparison to a 'balanced' market.
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Homes are still selling fast. The average home sat on the market 7 days before accepting an offer.
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In many cases we're still seeing multiple offers, if a home is priced correctly. Single family homes sold on average 2.8% over asking price.
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It’s still a great time to sell! We may be headed towards a more balanced market, but prices are not expected to decrease drastically. With interest rates still predicted to rise in coming months, it’s a good time to buy as well.
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DM me if you’re thinking of buying or selling in NH or MA!
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07/14/2022

Excited to join The Green Alliance!! 🌱♻️

The Green Alliance is growing! We are excited to announce a new business partnership with Realtor Brianna McGrath!