Betsy Kessler Real Estate

01/29/2024

Plan for Success: Real Estate Market Outlook in 2024 -

Now that our Rutledge team has had some time to reflect on 2023 and see what’s happening in 2024, I wanted to share some insights about where the market was and where we think it’s heading. 

12/14/2023

Happy Holidays -

Home is where we gather. It’s where we rest. It’s where we share traditions across generations, light the lights, bake the treats, tell the tales.  

06/27/2023

Be Prepared for These Hidden Moving Costs -

Don’t be caught off guard by the hidden costs of moving. Last month we broke down typical closing costs for buyers and sellers. This month, I want to talk about another expense that sometimes surprises people: moving costs. Once your Purchase & Sale are final, there’s one more mountain to clim...

04/21/2023

What you can expect rates to do this spring—and long-term -

As we wrapped up March, we saw increased inventory hit the market in our area. For a split second, I thought I'd be writing to you this month to tell you that this rise in inventory had shifted the balance of the market. 

02/15/2023

An Early Look at the 2023 Market -

The spring market came early, and we’ve got the Pats to thank.  At Rutledge, we usually say that if the Patriots are in the Super Bowl, the spring market begins after the big game; if not, it starts before. As silly as it sounds, the trend continues to hold! We've all been wondering what the rea...

12/15/2022

Happy Holidays! -

09/19/2022

Real Estate Wrap Up -

Making Sense of the Market Shift It has been a red-hot sellers market for two years, but we are finally seeing things begin to cool down. Still, we don't know how dramatic the shift will be, so it’s crucial that sellers and buyers alike understand the current conditions and are ready to pivot....

07/21/2022

Real Estate Wrap Up -

What is happening with the market? The spring real estate market has been busy! The sales volume of single-family homes has stayed remarkably consistent with previous years, despite lower inventory. And our area's average list and sales prices have surpassed $ 2 million for the first time ever!

04/07/2022

So proud of our team for carrying on the Rutledge tradition at last night's Spelling Bee.

While we didn’t take home the trophy named for our very own Ruth Humphries, we are so proud to be apart of this great event and support the Wellesley Education Foundation! Special thank you to , & !!

04/06/2022

Today's low inventory can be challenging for homebuyers, especially if you’re looking to purchase your first home. But if you're one of many people who work remotely, you may have a great opportunity to use the flexibility you have at work to achieve your homebuying goals this year.

03/14/2022

Real Estate Wrap Up -

I know you've probably seen many articles and statistics about how tough this market is on buyers. It can feel daunting to know that every attractive property will have a long list of interested buyers. Luckily, with the right strategy and an experienced agent by your side, you CAN prevail in a bid...

11/24/2020