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Edit or delete it, then start writing! - [APARTMENT THERAPY: If You’re Selling a House This Year, These Are the 6 Tax Tips You Need to Know](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-if-youre-selling-a-house-this-year-these-are-the-6-tax-tips-you-need-to-know/) - In a year where the market has been hotter than ever, more and more people are selling their homes — and they’re not always buying a new one right behind it. So, as they check that box that says, “I sold a house,” how can they prepare for any (expensive) surprises that might head their - [APARTMENT THERAPY: These Are Some of the Most Popular Historic Home Styles in 10 Cities](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-these-are-some-of-the-most-popular-historic-home-styles-in-10-cities/) - Real estate agents across the country shared their thoughts on which historic architectural styles are the sweethearts of their local real estate markets. By Heather Bien | January 8, 2021 “New England is blessed with a wide variety of historic homes, and the vast majority of our housing stock could be considered historic by some - [APARTMENT THERAPY: These Are the 5 Most Interesting Tips We Heard from Real Estate Agents in 2021](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-these-are-the-5-most-interesting-tips-we-heard-from-real-estate-agents-in-2021/) - While we can’t really control a lot about the past year, we can at least have a solid hand in the real estate world. If you’re looking to buy or sell a house soon, follow these tips — some of the best we’ve heard from agents all year long. By Jennifer Billock | December 13, - [APARTMENT THERAPY: Don’t Buy a House with Only a Down Payment Saved](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-dont-buy-a-house-with-only-a-down-payment-saved/) - Buying a home is expensive. I know this and you know this, but sometimes it’s easy to forget just how expensive. By Megan Johnson | November 3, 2021 “No one expects buying a home to be cheap, but when you’re about to put the bulk of your savings on the line, every little cost can - [APARTMENT THERAPY: 3 Grandmillennial Trends Real Estate Agents Wish You’d Ditch](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-3-grandmillennial-trends-real-estate-agents-wish-youd-ditch/) - When you were little, did you ever walk into your grandparents’ house and think to yourself, “Wow, what beautiful decor”? Well, a whole set of millennials did, and they’ve created an entirely new design style called “grandmillennial” to show it. By Jennifer Billock | October 13, 2021 Although it’s a popular interior design choice, there - [APARTMENT THERAPY: The Type of Paint Brush One Real Estate Agent Swears By](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-the-type-of-paint-brush-one-real-estate-agent-swears-by/) - When you go to view an apartment or house, it’s likely that the listing agent has put a significant amount of work into prepping the space. From staging the furniture to zipping around with a dustbuster, real estate agents know that first impressions mean a lot. By Megan Johnson | August 11, 2021 “I’ve painted - [APARTMENT THERAPY: The $3 Secret Weapon One Real Estate Agent Doesn’t Try Painting Without](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-the-3-secret-weapon-one-real-estate-agent-doesnt-try-painting-without/) - When it comes to sprucing up your home, the smallest item can make the biggest difference. By Megan Johnson | August 4, 2021 Kate Ziegler, a Realtor with Arborview Realty in Boston and Coldwell Banker Lifestyles in New London, New Hampshire, swears by a $3 brush comb she grabbed at Home Depot. “A brush comb - [APARTMENT THERAPY: 7 Things at Home Depot Every New Homeowner Needs](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-7-things-at-home-depot-every-new-homeowner-needs/) - It can be a bit of a shock to go from calling your landlord to fix something to realizing you’re responsible for doing it yourself. Luckily, a lot of the supplies any new homeowner needs for home maintenance are readily available at stores like Home Depot. By Megan Johnson | July 2, 2021 I asked - [PROPERTY SPARK: Top 50 Massachusetts Real Estate Agents On Social Media](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/property-spark-top-50-massachusetts-real-estate-agents-on-social-media/) - Official Rank of Massachusetts’ Top Agents on Social Media March 12, 2021 PropertySpark does not accept payments or incentives for being on our top lists. Our researchers go through thousands of agents by searching hashtags, review sites, social media profiles and real estate portals. Then we rank agents based on our proprietary algorithm that takes - [REALTOR.COM: What the Flip? Portland Home Gets a Major Face-Lift and Gains $600K in Value](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/realtor-com-what-the-flip-portland-home-gets-a-major-face-lift-and-gains-600k-in-value/) - Taking into account the home’s now-stylish interior design, we asked our team of experts to look at before and after photos and weigh in on the changes that made the biggest difference in this home. Here’s what they had to say. By Whitney Coy | February 23, 2021 The old kitchen was spacious, but that’s - [HOUSE BEAUTIFUL: 5 Hidden Costs of Home Buying](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/house-beautiful-5-hidden-costs-of-home-buying/) - And how to plan for them from the outset. By Brittany Anas | February 12, 2021 If your dream home has original doors and windows that go with ornate moldings and Victorian radiators, don't forget to ask for rough utility costs, says Kate Ziegler, a realtor with Arborview Realty in Boston. While these historic details - [BOSTON.COM: Kitchen designs you can just eat up in homes on the market in Greater Boston](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/boston-com-kitchen-designs-you-can-just-eat-up-in-homes-on-the-market-in-greater-boston/) - Picture yourself whipping up a four-course meal or preparing a simple snack in any of these 10 homes, all of which feature kitchens worthy of a cameo in a Nancy Meyers movie (think “Something’s Gotta Give,” “It’s Complicated,” and “Father of the Bride“). The kicker? Every one on this list is on the market right - [HOMELIGHT: 7 Tips To Give Your Beloved Cabin Much-Needed TLC](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/homelight-7-tips-to-give-your-beloved-cabin-much-needed-tlc/) - Scandanavian settlers built the first log homes during the 17th century, and today these homes dot the landscape from New England to the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. But whether your log home has a lengthy history or was built relatively new, any log home won’t last long without meticulous TLC. By Valerie Kalfrin | January - [APARTMENT THERAPY: Half of Americans Want to Move. Here Are 5 Things to Know If You’re One of Them](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-half-of-americans-want-to-move-here-are-5-things-to-know-if-youre-one-of-them/) - Whether you’re going to ink a new lease or buy a home, experts have shared their best tips for smoothing out the bumpy (and busy) moving process this year. By Brittany Anas | January 30, 2021 Ask movers about their cancellation policiesBuyers: If there is any way at all to avoid it, do your best - [REALTOR.COM: Trying To Find a Renter? How To Show Your Apartment and Make a Great Impression](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/realtor-com-trying-to-find-a-renter-how-to-show-your-apartment-and-make-a-great-impression/) - If you’re a landlord who owns an investment property (bravo, by the way!) and are looking for a new tenant, you need to get your rental space up to snuff—and you need to know your facts. By Jennifer Billock | January 21, 2021 What are the rules for showing an apartment if someone is currently - [APARTMENT THERAPY: The Lesser-Known Trick That Could Help You Win the Bid on Your Dream Home](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-the-lesser-known-trick-that-could-help-you-win-the-bid-on-your-dream-home/) - An escalation clause can be the ace in your pocket that helps you win a bid on a dream home. But they’re nuanced and can be a bit controversial. By Brittany Anas | January 15, 2021 “I often compare escalation clauses to eBay rules: they risk showing your hand a bit and give listing agents - [APARTMENT THERAPY: 6 Things You Should Never Store in Your Basement, According to an Expert](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-6-things-you-should-never-store-in-your-basement-according-to-an-expert/) - If you’ve ever lived in a house with a basement, you likely already know their biggest problem: flooding. By Jennifer Billock | January 8, 2021 “The joke in real estate is that there are two types of basements: basements that flood and basements that haven’t flooded yet,” says Kate Ziegler, a realtor with Arborview Realty - [REALTOR.COM: My House Failed Its First Real Estate Inspection—Here’s What I Did To Get Through Escrow](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/realtor-com-my-house-failed-its-first-real-estate-inspection-heres-what-i-did-to-get-through-escrow/) - Whether you’re a first-time or repeat home buyer, here’s my advice for getting the house you want after a shaky home inspection. By Jennifer Billock | December 29, 2020 It’s important to remember every home inspection report will come back with something, according to Kate Ziegler, a real estate agent with Arborview Realty in Boston. - [APARTMENT THERAPY: 8 Things Real Estate Agents Still Have From Their First Apartments](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-8-things-real-estate-agents-still-have-from-their-first-apartments/) - We asked real estate agents about the treasures that have continuously made moving day cuts. From thrifted furniture to reliable kitchen appliances, these are the items that real estate agents have kept from their original apartments. By Brittany Anas | December 13, 2020 When Kate Ziegler, a real estate agent with Arborview Realty in Boston, - [MODERN MONEY: Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/modern-money-is-now-a-good-time-to-buy-a-house/) - When you’re thinking about taking the plunge into homeownership, timing the market may not be as important as taking stock of your personal finances and lifestyle. November 24, 2020 Is now a good time to buy a house? Or is this the worst time? Is it more financially responsible to buy a house right now - [OWNERLY: How Long Does It Take to Buy a House?](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/ownerly-how-long-does-it-take-to-buy-a-house/) - Quite a bit goes into purchasing a home, but how long does the house buying process take? Here’s what you can expect in the typical home-buying process, from pre-approval to closing. By Kate Ashford | August 7, 2020 A standard, financed home purchase takes 30 to 60 days, depending on the local market, seller preferences - [APARTMENT THERAPY: 6 Basement Layout Mistakes You’re Probably Making, According to Home Experts](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-6-basement-layout-mistakes-youre-probably-making-according-to-home-experts/) - I have two questions for you. First, are you lucky enough to have a lower level offering extra multi-functional living space? Second, are you making the most of it to impress buyers? Probably not, home experts say. If you’re not thoughtful about your basement layout and its uses, it won’t actually add much value to - [REALTOR.COM: How To Conduct a Virtual House Hunt That’s As Good As the Real Thing](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/realtor-com-how-to-conduct-a-virtual-house-hunt-thats-as-good-as-the-real-thing/) - If you’ve been thinking about buying a home for a while, you may have marked your calendar back in the winter to start your house hunt right about now. After all, spring typically kicks off the busiest home-buying period of the year. But what a difference a few months make! Now, the coronavirus pandemic probably - [REALTOR.COM: Should I Buy a House During the Coronavirus Crisis? An Essential Guide](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/realtor-com-should-i-buy-a-house-during-the-coronavirus-crisis-an-essential-guide/) - Spring is upon us, which typically involves a big peak of first-time home buyers (or second, or beyond) checking out properties, negotiating, and closing on new places. But the coronavirus outbreak—with its quarantine measures and economic uncertainties—has many a real estate shopper wondering: Should I buy a home now, or wait? We’re here to help - [APARTMENT THERAPY: 4 Reasons Basements Are Actually Beautiful, According to a Basement Expert](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-4-reasons-basements-are-actually-beautiful-according-to-a-basement-expert/) - Ziegler is a realtor, investor, house-flipper, and entrepreneur extraordinaire. She curates images of the basements she encounters on the job with an Instagram account called @ihavethisthingwithbasements. By Madeline Bilis |February 23, 2020 Ahead, Ziegler shares four reasons to love the subterranean house feature, musty stench and all. Basements hint at a house’s history - [SUPERMONEY: How Realtors Get Paid: Real Estate Commissions Explained](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/supermoney-how-realtors-get-paid-real-estate-commissions-explained/) - If you’re buying or selling a home, you may wonder about additional costs beyond the price. The question many people ask is, “how do realtors get paid?” If you’re a homebuyer, you can relax, because buyers usually don’t pay realtor fees. It’s generally the responsibility of home sellers to pay realtor fees. So if you’re - [MSN: 55 Ways You're Ruining Your Home and Don't Even Know It](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/msn-55-ways-youre-ruining-your-home-and-dont-even-know-it/) - It's easy to continuously think of doomsday scenarios when it comes to your home. What if you forgot to turn off the oven before you left for the day? What if your dishwasher overflows and floods your floor? But, in most cases, it's not accidents like these that cause damage to your house—it's little mistakes - [APARTMENT THERAPY: 5 Surprising Things Real Estate Agents Say They’ve Seen Displayed In a Bedroom](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-5-surprising-things-real-estate-agents-say-theyve-seen-displayed-in-a-bedroom/) - When it’s just you and your partner living your best bedroom life, it’s no big deal to keep each and every bottle of moisturizer in plain sight on your nightstand. But when you’re showing your apartment, you have to put your bedroom in the best-selling light. While real estate agents wish potential buyers could let - [THE VIRTUALLY FREE PODCAST: Defining Hard Work and Hustle](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/the-virtually-free-podcast-defining-hard-work-and-hustle/) - The daughter of a contractor, Kate has worked in roofing and construction, and now owns and manages multi-family property in the neighborhoods of JP and Roslindale, where she lives with her partner, Jack Romano. Kate also works as a Realtor with Arborview Realty, specializing in helping first-time home buyers and millennial investors beat the odds - [THE REAL HER PODCAST: Creating A Multi-Passionate Career & The Importance Of Pivoting](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/the-real-her-podcast-creating-a-multi-passionate-career-the-importance-of-pivoting/) - Kate believes the hustle can save our souls: far from carrying its former negative connotation, "hustler" has transformed into a title that evokes drive, determination, and an entrepreneurial spirit. The hustle can allow us to have it all - creative outlets, side businesses, broad networks, rewarding work, and jobs that pay the bills. By - [APARTMENT THERAPY: 5 Money Lessons You Can Learn From People Who Bought Their Own Homes in Their 20s](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-5-money-lessons-you-can-learn-from-people-who-bought-their-own-homes-in-their-20s/) - If you’re under 30, buying a home might sound like a far-fetched dream: Fewer people between ages 25 to 34 are buying homes now compared to older generations at that age, according to a July 2018 report from the Urban Institute. And if you’re dealing with student loan debt, you might find yourself feeling particularly - [MY MOVE: Nine Things You Shouldn’t Overlook When Househunting Online](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/nine-things-you-shouldnt-overlook-when-househunting-online/) - Who doesn’t love browsing for a dream home using an app? In just a few taps, you’re imagining your life via the professional photos of beautifully staged rooms. However, you could you be glancing over details that are potential dealbreakers. We asked a few Realtors for a list of things a buyer should never overlook - [APARTMENT THERAPY: Married People Are More Likely to Own a Home—But Here’s Hope for You](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/married-people-are-more-likely-to-own-a-home-but-heres-hope-for-you/) - Should you wait until you’ve got a wedding ring on your finger to sign those closing documents? Absolutely not, say real estate and financial experts. By Brittany Anas | February 9, 2019 Lots of singles are buying homes. According to a recent analysis from LendingTree, on average, single women own around 22 percent of homes in the - [APARTMENT THERAPY: I Was Able to Buy a Home Because: I Found the Right Agent](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-i-was-able-to-buy-a-home-because-i-found-the-right-agent/) - According to a 2015 Urban Institute report, delayed marriage and student loan debt are the biggest factors holding millennials back from buying homes. But though the path to homeownership is rocky, many millennials still want that "American Dream." By Brittany Anas | January 23, 2019 How I bought my first home: DiTullio and her fiancé live - [APARTMENT THERAPY: 10 Things You Need to Know When Buying a ‘Hoarder House’](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-10-things-you-need-to-know-when-buying-a-hoarder-house/) - Akin to buying homes that have slipped into foreclosure, investing in properties previously owned by hoarders can be a creative way for millennials to achieve homeownership in a challenging housing market. By Brittany Anas | December 6, 2018 If you do want to seek one out, there are a few terms to look for. Hoarding - [BOSTON BUSINESS WOMEN: Interview with Kate Ziegler, Realtor, Investor and Entrepreneur](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/boston-business-women-interview-with-kate-ziegler-realtor-investor-and-entrepreneur/) - "Sometimes simplifying your mission or message is important for business - but it's also okay to be smart in your clarity, and if that unnerves someone, so be it." By Boston Business Women | November 7, 2018 WERE YOU BORN AND RAISED IN BOSTON? IF NOT, WHAT BROUGHT YOU HERE? I was born and - [BOSTON MAGAZINE: Alliance for Business Leadership’s annual Give Back Awards](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/boston-magazine-alliance-for-business-leaderships-annual-give-back-awards/) - Check out scenes from the October 18, 2018, event at Cradles 2 Crayons in Allston. By Julia Kacmarek | November 1, 2018 On October 18, 2018, the Alliance for Business Leadership had their annual Give Back Awards. This year’s awards were held at Cradles 2 Crayons in Allston. Rather than a typical gala awards - [CITI: I Spent A Week Learning About Homeownership](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/citi-i-spent-a-week-learning-about-homeownership/) - With friends and family coming to me for homeownership tips, I decided to brush up. Here's what I learned — both from the experts and from experience — that every new homeowner should keep top of mind. By Ari Bendersky | October 22, 2018 Be strategic about renovations The younger you are, the more - [MY MOVE: 6 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Historic House](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/my-move-6-things-you-should-know-before-buying-a-historic-house/) - Every Sunday you drive through the same historical neighborhood, slowing down at your favorite grand old Victorian with gingerbread trim, imaging what life would be like living there. But today you notice a For Sale sign in the yard. Could this historic beauty finally be a reality for you? By Lisa Marie Conklin | September - [CREATIVES CRUSHING ANXIETY PODCAST: Managing Multiple Businesses With Kate Ziegler](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/creatives-crushing-anxiety-podcast-managing-multiple-businesses-with-kate-ziegler/) - Based in Boston, Kate Ziegler is a property manager, Realtor, real estate investor, and owner of a design firm. In this episode of Creatives Crushing Anxiety we talk about how she balances her full-time job and her businesses, how she and her husband make running a business together work, and how she keeps things in - [ALLIANCE FOR BUSINESS LEADERSHIP: 2018 Give Back Awards](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/alliance-for-business-leadership-2018-give-back-awards/) - Recognizing socially responsible business leaders: each year, the Alliance for Business Leadership honors socially responsible leaders and businesses. By the Alliance for Business Leadership | September 6, 2018 The Name You Should Know Award is given annually by The Alliance for Business Leadership to a business leader under the age of 45 who is - [LIZ ON BIZ PODCAST: Defining 'Hustle'](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/liz-on-biz-podcast-defining-hustle/) - "Take compliments as seriously as you take criticism." By Liz Theresa | August 27, 2018 Show notes: On playing the tuba – yes, the tuba – and how that shifted the course of her life. On not being an attorney. “To hustle is the willingness to look at an opportunity and say, ‘yes’, to - [BOSTON KNOTLIGHT PODCAST: Pivoting for Growth](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/boston-knotlight-podcast-pivoting-for-growth/) - Taking risks, trusting your gut, and constantly evolving as a small business owner. By Boston Knotlight | August 23, 2018 We had an absolute blast recording our August Boston Knotlight Podcast session yesterday at WeWork South Station with Kate Ziegler, Realtor, Property Manager, Investor & Serial Entrepreneur who shared her journey on building ventures - [MONEY MINI BLOG: 8 Warning Signs That a Property is Actually a Money Pit](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/money-mini-blog-8-warning-signs-that-a-property-is-actually-a-money-pit/) - Knowing what to look out for when searching for quality properties is essential when it comes to saving money and avoiding trouble down the line. Here are some warning signs that a property on the market could end up costing you a lot more than initially expected. By Kalen Bruce |August 2, 2018 - [READER'S DIGEST: 17 Warning Signs a House Could Be a Money Pit](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/readers-digest-17-warning-signs-a-house-could-be-a-money-pit/) - That house with “character” could turn out to be a house of repair horrors. Here are the subtle signs the house you love is going to cost you more than just the purchase price. By Lisa Marie Conklin | July 20, 2018 An old house with vintage fixtures is a wonderful discovery for some - [APARTMENT THERAPY: How Buying a Bigger House Can Actually Save You Money](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/apartment-therapy-how-buying-a-bigger-house-can-actually-save-you-money/) - It might sound counterintuitive, but buying a bigger home than you need or even a multi-family home (like an apartment building, two- or three-flat, or a brownstone) with units carved out could help you save some cash. By Brittany Anas | June 28, 2018 If you plan to purchase a spacious, single-family home and - [THE DISPATCH: Buy now or wait for the perfect home?](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/the-dispatch-buy-now-or-wait-for-the-perfect-home/) - Young adults are buying homes again, or at least thinking about it. By Marilyn Kennedy Melia | June 27, 2018 A recent Harris-Trulia poll finds that 86 percent of milennials plan on buying, but most not right away, instead aiming for some time over the next two years. Even with waiting to keep building - [SHE PIVOTS PODCAST: Kate Ziegler, Master Pivoter](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/she-pivots-podcast-kate-ziegler-master-pivoter/) - I love that Kate is constantly planning and pivoting, and that she's always available with some friendly advice. By Alana Brookfield | May 23, 2018 Kate is one of the coolest, most accomplished women I've ever met. Every time I chat with her, I'm blown away by all the cool things she's up to. - [GLOBE MAGAZINE: Greater Boston homeowners share their reasons for buying where they did](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/globe-magazine-greater-boston-homeowners-share-their-reasons-for-buying-where-they-did/) - They were lured by good deals, privacy, lively downtowns, a rural feel with commuter access, and more. By Globe Staff | April 19, 2018 WHY I BOUGHT IN ROSLINDALE Kate Ziegler, 32, law firm operations supervisor and realtor Two-family, December 2017 We moved from a three-decker we own in Jamaica Plain and wanted to - [BOSTON GLOBE: As the weather wreaks havoc on pipes, plumbers are hard to come by](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/frozen-pipes/) - The snow is piling up, the temperatures are dropping to plumbing-busting numbers, the wind is blowing, and all over town, plumbers are so busy they’re no longer even answering their phones. By Beth Teitell, Globe Staff | January 5, 2018 It was a real cry for help on a Jamaica Plain neighborhood Facebook page, - [ACCUWEATHER: 'No Savesies' campaign returns to Philadelphia; Other major cities battle post-snow parking wars](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/accuweather/) - Following a snow emergency in Boston, it’s legal for 48 hours to save a parking spot. Once the 48-hour period ends, all parking space savers must go. By Ashley Williams, AccuWeather staff writer | December 22, 2017 The tension over snow-free parking spots isn’t limited to Philadelphia alone. In January 2016, drivers clashed over - [MORTGAGELOAN.COM: VA problems may be pushing vets into more costly loans](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/mortgageloan-com-va-problems-may-be-pushing-vets-into-more-costly-loans/) - A shortage of home appraisers is hurting the VA mortgage loan program so much that some veterans are choosing other loans with higher costs. By Aaron Crowe, Contributor | November 27, 2017 The VA program has worked well since it started as part of the GI Bill of 1944. It has led to 79 percent of - [U.S. NEWS: 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a House](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/u-s-news-5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-buying-a-house/) - "The more properties you can visit in the early stages of a search, the more confident you'll feel signing the offer when you do find The One," Ziegler says. - [JLBOSTON: New Member Spotlight - Getting to Know Kate Ziegler](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/jlboston-new-member-spotlight-getting-to-know-kate-ziegler/) - Closing out our 2016 member spotlight series is new member Kate Ziegler. The real estate and design professional and Show House Committee member chatted with us about why she joined JL Boston, being a mentor and more! By Stephanie Lincoln |March 29, 2017 How did you first get involved with the Junior League? I’ve - [MSN MONEY: Home Seller's Checklist: 15 Simple Tips for Selling a Home Now](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/home-sellers-checklist-15-simple-tips-for-selling-a-home-now/) - Kate Ziegler, a real estate agent with Arborview Realty in Boston, says dirty windows affect the amount of light entering the home and need to be cleaned. "Buyers will notice the darker feel," she says, "especially on a sunny summer day." - [LAUGHTON TEAM: 10 Things You Should Buy for Your New Home](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/laughton-team-10-things-you-should-buy-for-your-new-home/) - The emptiness of a new home can be overwhelming. With so much space to fill and so many decorating decisions to make, you might feel like your house will never be truly yours. By Laughton Team | June 21, 2016 There’s no need to go hog-wild in a furniture store three days after closing - [JP NEWS: Stonybrook Neighborhood Association Outlines Development Vision for Area](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/jp-news-stonybrook-neighborhood-association-outlines-development-vision-for-area/) - The Stonybrook Neighborhood Association (SNA) voted overwhelmingly on April 11 to adopt its 10-page The Neighborhood Vision for Washington Street. By Richard Heath | April 19, 2016 The Vision is a document that includes retail, commercial, open space and public realm recommendations. It addresses height, scale and density for the neighborhood. The Vision is - [BUSINESS BETTIES: Featured Betty - Kate Ziegler](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/business-betties-featured-betty-kate-ziegler/) - On a snowy day in early January, Allison and I headed to Boston to meet this busy lady. It may have been super cold with a nasty wind chill, but that didn’t stop us from enjoying our time with Kate. By Suzanne Larocque | January 20, 2015 What are your responsibilities for Safe Hub Collective? - [BOSTON GLOBE: Anatomy of a winter cyclist](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/boston-globe-anatomy-of-a-winter-cyclist/) - Ziegler works as an Operations Coordinator at Mintz Levin, a law firm. For Thursday’s zero-degree ride, she picked from an overflowing drawer of athletic clothes she has assembled over the years. By Stefanie Friedhoff | January 9, 2015 With arctic winds and single-digit temperatures, it’s the kind of week that makes most commuters grateful for - [CITY OF BOSTON: ONEin3 announces 2014 Impact Award Honorees](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/city-of-boston-onein3-announces-2014-impact-award-honorees/) - “The Impact Awards highlight the contributions of young professionals in Boston that are making a difference in their communities, particularly in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, which have a long tradition in the city,” said ONEin3 Council Member Lee Glandorf. - [CITY OF BOSTON: Mayor Walsh's Late Night Task Force is Underway](https://new.katebostonrealestate.com/in-the-news/city-of-boston-mayor-walshs-late-night-task-force-is-underway/) - Mayor Martin J. 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