Buying or selling a luxury home on the Lower Cape is about more than just real estate; it’s about managing a significant lifestyle asset. I recently sat down with Joe on The Real Joe Show  to pull back the curtain on the "Quiet Tension" in today’s market and the high-level strategies required to navigate it. Whether you are looking at a waterfront estate in Chatham, a historic retreat in Brewster, or a sunset-facing home in Orleans, the traditional real estate playbook doesn'

As a luxury real estate advisor on Cape Cod, I’ve always believed that the most joyful transactions are rooted in clarity, confidence, and informed decision-making . That’s why a major change coming to Massachusetts real estate deserves your attention. Effective October 15, 2025 , a new Massachusetts Home Inspection Law will significantly reshape how buyers and sellers navigate transactions. Enacted as part of the Affordable Homes Act, this legislation is designed to protect

A home inspection is one of the most important steps in the home-buying process – and one of the least understood. For many buyers, especially in a second-home market like Cape Cod, inspection day can feel long, unfamiliar, and even a little overwhelming. Understanding what happens during a home inspection – and how to prepare for both the inspection itself and the report that follows – can make the experience far more productive and far less stressful. How Long Does a Home I

The release of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 property tax rates presents a complex financial picture for owners in the Lower and Outer Cape towns. This annual analysis is of vital interest to current homeowners  concerned about their tax bills and the policies impacting residency, and potential buyers  who are assessing the true cost of ownership and evaluating affordability in the Cape’s highly competitive market. While the official tax rate per $1,000 of assessed value has dropped