I'd recommend looking at property taxes on county website and comparing this to taxes on closing docs to see if it's been prorated or if it's the full amount. 

Meanwhile, I could rent a comparable home for under $2,500.

I have lived in both places but if comparing price and travel time I don't know which one to decide on.

We charge about $1000 over comparable properties.

It took a while, and there were some fees involved, but it was totally manageable compared to what I would’ve paid with an attorney.

Then you can put the 100k in there, and its treated as putting money towards that business (working capital) and no one needs to pay tax on that movement of money alone (though there are tax implications later down the line).

I'm curious to hear about your experience here in Boston - I know the Seaport looks like it's own independent city compared to 5 years ago!

I’m noticing that rent rates are surprisingly high compared to the somewhat competitive and affordable housing pricing.Single-family homes, some new construction are going for mid 300’s and rent is usually $2500 or higher.

I would just find comparable parcels in the changed zone that have sold and use those.

Hi Aya,The value of the home will remain consistent with all other comparable homes completed in an appraisal.