Mike covers the current Massachusetts real estate market, emphasizing persistent low inventory, strong demand, and continued seller-market conditions despite slight recent improvement. Mike explains what helps offers stand out, including higher cash down payments (sometimes even leading sellers to accept lower prices for greater certainty) and reducing seller concerns about financing; he also notes the risk to sellers when deals fall through after going under agreement. They review mortgage rates, noting today’s ~6% is higher than recent 3% levels but still historically low compared with past decades. Mike says buyer “love letters” are largely discouraged due to legal and discrimination concerns, and he states Massachusetts no longer allows waiving home inspections or listing agents asking about it. He advises buyers not to rely on Zillow alone, to focus on strategy and personal affordability, and to work early with an experienced realtor for education, negotiation, and access to off-market opportunities.

Mike Freeman

(617) 759-1513

Mike.Freeman@nemoves.com

MikeFreemanhomes.com

Topics

01:25 YouTube Channel Growth

02:19 Market Snapshot

02:51 Low Inventory Reality

04:27 Winning Offer Basics

05:46 Cash Versus Financing

07:31 Financing Fallout Risks

08:56 Mortgage Rates Context

11:37 Love Letters Decline

13:58 Buyer Love Letters

14:41 Inspection Waiver Ban

15:26 Strengthening Your Offer

18:07 Avoiding Zillow Traps

20:31 Call a Realtor Early

23:08 More About Mike

23:29 Dumbest Injuries

27:23 Wrap Up and Contact