Relocating can be very difficult for the entire family. Not only are you moving to a new home, but you are potentially finding new schools, doctors, babysitters, restaurants, friends and SO much more! Working with a relocation coordinator that is familiar with your destination and has knowledge and expertise in this area is key to making [...]

What Does a Contingency Mean in Real Estate? 

When we talk about contingencies, we are most commonly talking about conditions of a contract to purchase a home. These conditions may be something that either the buyer, seller or both, must meet for the sale to be [...]

A home inspection is an essential part of home purchasing. As a buyer, you may love the location, style, and décor of a home, but it’s also crucial to know what you are [...]

This week, our family will celebrate the life of John Sullivan, Nan’s brother, and Karen’s uncle. While there are so many things to say and appreciate about John as a person, he also played a major role in who we are at The Shanahan Group [...]

For so many reasons, homeowners are rethinking where they need to live and what spaces they need in a home. Whether it’s down the street, across the country, or somewhere in between, people are on the move. So where are they going, and why? [...]

We believe in communities. 

We believe in building communities. 

We believe that everyone deserves a community where they feel safe, supported and respected. 

It's why we are in the business of residential real estate. We understand that we have a role to play. 

We are committed to Fair Housing policies and beyond them, we also strive to foster a warm and welcoming community, which recognizes and values diversity and inclusion. This February, our office will focus on Fair Housing as a topic for agent training and consumer awareness, to ensure that we all work together towards this goal.

Thinking of heading to Cape Cod in February? There are so many wonderful ways to check it out! Take a look at this list of ideas from Realtor Kate Aikman.

• Kennedy Legacy Trail (Hyannis): Take a 1.6 mile walk through history! Visit 10 sites in any order along this self guided walking trail and uncover stories and history about the Kennedys
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The New Year is a time to refresh and reset - especially in your home. Whether buying, selling, or just re-organizing, we could all use some reminders and inspiration for home maintenance tips. It's important to know how to take care of your home now and all throughout the year. Take a look at [...]

During the weeks (months?!) where the days tend to blend together, we need bright spots. They might not be big, momentous events, but just small victories, happy connections, or just a moment of peace. But we need to see them and acknowledge them to remember that they are there. 

Here are two from my work week:

• Today, Nan and I received an email from a client that just closed on a property and was represented by one of our agents, Lynne Russo. This client had served in the military and moving was not a new process for him and his family. It’s not often that clients take time to send us an email, so it caught our eye instantly. This client wanted to make sure that we knew how impressive, tenacious and caring Lynne was throughout the entire process (which was really challenging for so many reasons that would test any agent’s skills!). Taking the time to send that note was so kind and meant so much to Lynne, but also to all of us that work with her. 
   
• Yesterday, I received a video from clients that Dara Singleton and I worked with recently. Along with the property that they purchased, these new homeowners became (ecstatic/thrilled/super excited!) adoptive parents of two goldfish. While the fish summer in a really cool whiskey-barrel-with-a-cover set up in the backyard, it was time to bring them inside for the cooler months. Our clients sent us this video to share with the sellers to let them know that their fish were loved and that they were so incredibly happy in their new home. 

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While we are really proud of the work we do, I share these more as examples of small actions that make a difference to other people. The little things matter, big time and especially now. 

~ Karen Shanahan Garrett