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Market & Moments: The Burlington, Mass., Summer Sales Report
Halfway through the year, the market seems to be headed to a more balanced state that still rewards accurate pricing and strong presentation
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From a Lump to a Cold-Blooded Killer
Surprising lessons learned from an experiment in building a saltwater ecosystem
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Market & Moments: By the Decade — Common Home Inspection Findings
While no two homes are exactly alike, every era of construction has its own strengths and its own common issues.
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Market & Moments: A Hidden Surprise in the Attic
Some of the most significant issues in a home are discovered only after a qualified inspector takes a closer look.
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Market & Moments: Half-Time Market Report for 2026
Halfway through the year, the market seems to be headed to a more balanced state that still rewards accurate pricing and strong presentation
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How Not to Plant a Tree
A hidden mulching mistake killed two mature trees in Bill Boivin's yard — here's the root crown problem every Burlington tree owner should watch for
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Look Closer: How a Ball Python's Branch Unlocked a Nature Mystery
A mysterious chewed branch in a snake tank leads to a winter science lesson and solving a years-old mystery for columnist Bill Boivin.
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Market & Moments: Prices Expected to Soften Heading Into Summer Market
Median sale prices are slightly down over 2025, and buyers are exhibiting caution in a market that continues to be uncertain.
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Market & Moments: When Cleaning Out a Home for Sale Feels Overwhelming
Sellers have options when cleaning out a home for sale feels overwhelming or unrealistic.
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Market & Moments: Buyer Behavior More Cautious, Selective in 2026
Burlington's Real estate market appears to be moving closer to normalization. Home buyers and sellers should be prepared, realistic, and responsive to market conditions.
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Spiders, Scorpions and Lizards, Oh, My!
An expedition takes us deep in the desert on the Sea of Cortez to study an ecosystem — just as a different version of the same story plays out in our own backyard.
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Market & Moments: What Happens When the Bank Appraisal Comes in Low?
In a fast-moving and competitive housing market, a home appraisal might come in below the agreed-upon purchase price. Here's how to prepare and respond.