The Council Real Estate Group

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth - Celebrate this day of freedom!

06/19/2026

DSCR loans: where rental income covers your mortgage. No W-2s or tax filings needed if rents justify the debt. Requires good credit and 20% down. A game-changer for real estate investors.

06/17/2026

Moving abroad can be a challenge, but so can moving home! Here are nine sure-fire tips to help.

As you prepare to move home from a stint working abroad, organization is key. Here are nine must-do tips for a smooth repatriation.

06/15/2026

Calculating the cost of leaving the city and building a house in the country? Don't forget to include how much it will take to build and maintain a road to get you from a main road to your newly secluded home. Here are some more things to consider.

While the majority of homeowners in America live in subdivisions, some prospective homeowners dream of wide open spaces and a quiet natural setting. So what does it take to build in a rural area as compared to a subdivision? Here are some key differences. Buying the land. In many small towns and rur...

06/15/2026

🏡 Back on Market – Pre-Approved Short Sale

A change in the buyer's plans means this beautiful Wilbraham home is available once again.

Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1,714 square feet of living space, and an above-ground pool, this home offers plenty of room to enjoy both inside and out.

The short sale has already been pre-approved, helping provide a smoother path to closing for the next buyer.

📍 144 Stony Hill Rd, Wilbraham, MA
💰 Offered at $379,900

📲 Jordan Torres, REALTOR®
The Council Real Estate Group at Fathom Realty
📞 413-273-4474
📧 [email protected]

The Council Real Estate Group
📍 99 Main Street, Chicopee, MA 01020

06/13/2026

When moving into your new home, before you unpack your first box, make your bed. You will glad you did after a long day of unpacking.

06/12/2026

estate planning. A will, trust, or existing estate structure dictates the process, guiding attorneys or probate court in asset distribution. Without these, probate court will decide.

06/12/2026

Generally, "yellow star" products save 20 percent or more energy without compromising quality. Learn more about that all important stamp of approval here.

We’ve all seen the blue Energy Star logos on appliances, windows and even electronics, but what do they mean? Origins and purpose. The Energy Star program was launched in 1992 as a joint program of the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. Energy Star encourages develo...

06/10/2026

Refacing or even replacing your front door can modernize your home and make a big impact. Curious to know which renovations to consider for resale without breaking the bank? Check out this article.

When contemplating resale, homeowners often wonder what renovations will give them more resale bang for the buck. Let’s take a look at what renovations pay off and some that don’t. Focus on priorities. Although your house is an investment, first and foremost it is your home. Don’t view renovat...

06/10/2026

🏡 Under Agreement! 🏡

Another property under agreement for our buyers!

Congratulations to our clients on securing 318-320 Winsor Street in Ludlow. Whether you're purchasing your first home, upgrading, downsizing, or investing, having the right team in your corner makes all the difference.

We're excited to help our buyers through the next steps and one step closer to the closing table.

Thinking about buying, selling, or investing in Western Massachusetts? Let's connect!

The Council Real Estate Group
REALTOR® | Fathom Realty
📞 413-342-1224
📍 99 Main St, Chicopee, MA 01020