Join Us for First Thursday!

We’re lucky to live in a community with so many amazing artists who have become neighbors and friends. Tonight we’re delighted to showcase the work of our friend…

Declutter Your Home and Get it Ready to Sell in the Spring Market

 The Jamaica Plain, Roslindale and West Roxbury real estate markets are starting to heat up.   And so often, as realtors® we are asked “What should I do to…

Jamaica Plain Non-Profts Make a Difference

It’s rewarding to live in a community that is rich with socially responsible business owners and vibrant non-profit organizations. We have enjoyed watching Keshet, (http://www.keshetonline.org/) a JP based non-profit, grow from…

Mortgage Rates Hit Record Low – There’s Never Been a Better Time to Buy a Home.

There may never be a better time to buy or refinance a home.  The interest rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage approached new lows, according to Freddie Mac’s…

Looking Ahead to the Real Estate Market in 2012

It’s always so easy to look back (we all love “Monday morning quarterbacking”) but looking forward can be tricky. At Ellen and Janis Real Estate, we closely monitor real estate…

Happy New Year!

We are fortunate to have had the opportunity to help so many wonderful clients buy or sell their homes this year. While everyone we work with is special,…

Last Minute Holiday Shopping in Jamaica Plain and Roslindale

With the holidays upon us, we thought it was a great time to share a few local shopping ideas. We’re grateful to be living in a neighborhood that supports…

The Right Property At the Right Price Will Still Get Multiple Offers in Jamaica Plain

As Realtors we frequently hear the question “hows the market”. And our reply is generally “pretty strong”. Most people seem surprised by this response.  

Making Children’s Wishes Come True in Jamaica Plain

We’re excited to once again be collecting toys as part of The Home for Little Wanderers’ Big Wishes for Little Wanderers holiday gift drive. Each year, holiday wishes…

Remember We Fall Back on Sunday Morning!

Remember we “fall back” this weekend, Sunday, November 6, 2011, ending Daylight Saving Time, and returning to Standard Time. It is the perfect day for an “extra” hour…

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