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News and Happenings for Franklin, MA

December 1, 2011

Boston home prices lag improving economy

Real estate is a lagging economic indicator.  Home prices and property sales usually trail movements in the general economy.  When a new up cycle gets underway, […]
November 26, 2011

New Facebook page by Warren Reynolds

Here’s your chance to be one of the first to visit Warren’s new Facebook page!   “Moving West of Boston” is all about helping you get the […]
November 3, 2011

Where MA home prices may head in 2012 if US enters a “third dip”

Greater Boston home prices essentially held steady according to the August rendition of the widely-followed Case-Shiller Index for Boston released recently by Standard and Poors.  The […]
October 27, 2011

Why good times may be ahead for America

A very promising future for America in the 21st Century may be taking shape, at least if some surprising trends play out as some are predicting. […]
October 24, 2011

MA economy improving; MetroWest unemployment at 5 percent

The Massachusetts unemployment rate continued its year-long decline in September, falling to 7.3 percent last month.   The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce announced late […]
October 6, 2011

Pick your own apples and pumpkins this fall!

Fall weekends in Massachusetts are often cool, crisp and sunny – a perfect opportunity to take the kids out to pick apples or pumpkins! Below are […]
October 5, 2011

Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club marks 40 years of service

Not just for newcomers!  That’s the message being stressed this month by the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club. The Club is celebrating 40 years of service […]
October 5, 2011

Save money with DIY Halloween costume ideas

It’s easy to spend $20 to $30 per child buying Halloween costumes every year.  The outfits are often used once and then languish somewhere in your […]
October 4, 2011

Fabulous family fun for Fall in MA

The change of seasons in Massachusetts brings colorful leaves, crisper weather and many opportunities for family fun activities.  So if you’re looking for ways to create […]
August 31, 2011

Greater Boston home prices leap 5% in 2 months

Standard & Poors announced yesterday that Greater Boston home prices rose an impressive 5% over the last two months. The startling news is contained in the […]
August 17, 2011

4 David Road, Bellingham, MA 02019

In a word: WOW! 4 David Road, Bellingham, MA 02019  is a  beautifully renovated and in a convenient neighborhood just off Bellingham Center.  Stunning open kitchen […]
August 6, 2011

MA home sales up 19 percent in July

Home sales rebounded strongly across Massachusetts in July, rising 19% from their levels of one year ago.  July’s healthy sales figures mark the first notable pick […]