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 23, 2026 | Resources for Sellers, Energy Efficiency, Listings
When sellers think about preparing a home for market, the list usually looks the same: touch up the paint, declutter, maybe replace the carpet. Energy efficiency rarely comes up. But in the current Western Massachusetts market, it probably should. Here’s why,...
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 | 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...