by Lindsey Rothschild | Jul 11, 2026 | Resources for Buyers, Energy Efficiency, Resources for Sellers
If you own a home in Massachusetts and you’ve been putting off energy efficiency upgrades because of the upfront cost, the Mass Save HEAT Loan is worth your attention. It’s one of the most practical and underused resources available to homeowners in the...
by Lindsey Rothschild | Jun 30, 2026 | Resources for Buyers, Resources for Sellers
If you or someone in your household is over 60, or has a disability, there is a Massachusetts loan program that can pay for significant home modifications with zero interest and no monthly payments. Most homeowners have no idea it exists. Most real estate agents have...
by Lindsey Rothschild | Jun 16, 2026 | Energy Efficiency, Resources for Buyers
Most people discover MassSave after they’ve already bought a house. A neighbor mentions it, or a contractor brings it up during a renovation estimate. That’s fine — you can still take advantage of it — but if you’re currently in the market to buy,...
by Lindsey Rothschild | Apr 7, 2026 | Fair Housing, Resources for Buyers, Resources for Sellers
In the world of real estate, we often talk about the “Fair Housing Act” as a set of legal boundaries—the lines we shouldn’t cross. AtRiver Flows Realty, Fair Housing isn’t just a compliance checklist we review once a year; it is something we reflect on...
by Lindsey Rothschild | Mar 9, 2026 | Resources for Buyers, Neighborhoods
If you drive too fast down Main Street between downtown Northampton and Florence, you might miss the turn into Bay State Village. But for those who live here, that’s exactly the point. Bay State isn’t just a pass-through; it’s a neighborhood with a distinct...
by Lindsey Rothschild | Jan 21, 2026 | Resources for Buyers, Resources for Sellers
Buying your next home while selling your current one on the same day sounds a little like threading a needle while riding a bike. Possible? Yes. Casual? Absolutely not. This kind of move requires clarity, timing, and a team that knows how to coordinate details without...
