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All Forum Posts by: Michael Pallotta

Michael Pallotta has started 2 posts and replied 169 times.

Post: Buy and hold in Boston, how does this particular market work?

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

@Christopher C. Evans I do a lot of work north of Boston. What areas are you looking in? Feel free to message me and I would be happy to talk more with you about the pros and cons.

Post: Members from Massachusetts

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

Welcome to BP @Tyrese Stroud! Best of luck and feel free to reach out to ask questions. We are all here to help!

Post: New Member from Massachusetts

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

Welcome to BP @Scott Savard!

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the market or the process. I'm always happy to network and hear about people's process and goals!

Post: New member Massachusetts

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

Welcome to BP @Javier Medina! Always happy to answer any questions you have! Where are you looking to invest?

Post: Just Getting Started from Eastern MA - Local or Remote?

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

Welcome @William Sullivan! It's tough to balance that act in this area but, that being said, there are still deals to be had depending on what you are looking for. I would be happy to talk more about what you are looking for and what your goals are. Best of luck!

Post: New member from South Shore Massachusetts

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

Welcome @Sean Doherty! Sounds like a great plan. There are plenty of great areas in the South Shore to start investing. Best of luck!

Post: Investing in Lowell/Lynn MA - Question from Beginner

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

@Matt T. I think it depends on your goals and your situation. As Steve mentioned, you definitely want to look in to schools if you will be utilizing those or also the proximity to your job. It won't make sense to invest and live somewhere just because the price makes sense and then your commute takes up all of your time. 

Talking to a lender is definitely the best first step to take and then start the search. I can always set you up to start receiving search results for a bunch of towns that you might be interested in to start getting a feel for the market and the different price ranges and then you can always refine the search or try new areas once you start making decisions.

Post: Investing in Lowell/Lynn MA - Question from Beginner

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

Hi @Matt T. congratulations on starting the process! Prices generally around the Boston area are very high right now but there are still some good deals if you look further away from the city. 

"House hacking" is a great idea if you are looking to live and work close to the areas that you will be investing in as well. I have a few friends and clients who have bought in the Lowell area and have good things to say about it since the prices are relatively low and the commuter rail is close that goes right into Boston as well.

If you have any questions or need any help, feel free to reach out and I would be happy to answer any questions that you have.

Post: Newbie Investor from MA

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

Welcome @William Shea

As you have already seen, there is a lot of great information out there on the podcasts and the forums. It sounds like you are on the right track! If you have any questions or want to talk about the local market, don't hesitate to reach out! Best of luck!

Post: New Member from Medford, Ma

Michael PallottaPosted
  • Realtor
  • Boston, MA
  • Posts 187
  • Votes 40

Welcome to BP @Joseph Aghia! That's a great location and BP is definitely a great source to get information and your questions answered.

If you have any questions or would want to set up a time to talk more about the local market, I would be happy to help! I work in Arlington and do a lot of work in Medford and have property there as well.