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Prepare for the fall market!

Presented by acclaimed experts in the Boston Real Estate Market from Charlesgate Realty Group, as well as local mortgage market experts, our Boston Home Buyer Class is your opportunity to learn the home buying process the right way - before you enter a transaction!  Get educated in a casual, fun setting and avoid the pitfalls that can cause financial and emotional problems during the buying process.

Attend our FREE Boston homebuying class to learn:

• Renting vs. Buying: Whether it even makes sense for you to buy right now
• Homebuying process and timeline: How long it actually takes to buy
• Working with a buyer agent: How it works and whether or not you really need one
• What mortgages are still available and how much cash you need to buy.
• Using neighborhood level data (like discount ratios and real time trend graphs) to value properties
• Negotiating 101: How to craft your offer to drive a hard bargain!
• Top 10 online resources to aid your home search

Is this class for you?  Well, if you’re looking for a fun, low key, and informal way to learn the Boston real estate market from the experts, then YES!  You’ll have a chance to ask any questions you want and get the straight scoop from us. Plus we’ll have pizza and beer!  How can you pass that up! 

Signing up is easy, just click the banner below!

August is flying by which means summer is nearing it's end. There are only a few weeks left to experience one of these must-do summertime activities:

1. Explore the Boston Harbor Islands. Hop on the ferry, and take a scenic cruise to George’s Island, where you can explore historic Fort Warren—or take a boat to Boston Light, and learn the history behind the last light station in the country to be staffed by a U.S. Coast Guard light keeper.

2. Dine al fresco. Choose from one of the many outdoor eating spots around the city. This is the roof deck at Jerry Remy’s Fenway, located on Boylston Street. Order a cocktail and snack while you gaze at Fenway park.

3. Kayak on the Charles. Charles River Canoe and Kayak offers small-boat rentals and guided tours, as well as paddling camps for kids.

4. Take a hike. There are plenty of beautiful hiking trails within an hour of Boston, including Breakheart Reservation in Saugus and Wakefield (pictured), Maudslay State Park in Newburyport, and Spectacle Island, where you can view the city from the tallest hill on the Boston Harbor Islands.

5. What’s better than free entertainment along the Charles River at the Hatch Shell? Listen to a Boston Landmarks Orchestra concert on Wednesday nights, or watch a free, family-friendly movie on Friday nights.

When: Every Wednesday (Until October 28, 2015) 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Admission: Free to locals and hotel guests

Where: The Liberty Hotel | (617) 224-4000 | 215 Charles Street | Boston MA 02114

"Calling all dog lovers! Join the The Liberty Hotel for their weekly event Yappier Hourwhere locals and guests are invited to bring their furry friends for some refreshing cocktails in their private outdoor enclave, The Yard! This is the eighth year of a canine spin on happy hour and is held 5:30 PM until 8:00 PM each Wednesday throughout the summer and will continue into the fall as long as weather permits. If your a dog owner or just a dog lover this event should absolutely be on your todo list."

Sunday, August 16th 

First Seating @ 11:30am | Second Seating @ 1:30pm  

"The Golden Girls Brunch includes a custom 3-course brunch inspired by the sassy women of 6151 Richmond Street in Miami, Florida and designed by Chef Jason Santos. Spend some well-deserved time with your friends while you brunch and sip on themed cocktails while popular series highlights play on our projection screen.   

THANK YOU FOR BEING A FRIEND
If you've attended a past SuperFan Brunch at Back Bay Harry's, you know.  If not, you best be prepared for the the food, fun and fandom that is our featured theme.  

What you wear depends on which Golden Girl you believe to be your spirit animal.  Not sure?  Take this quiz & go from there. Just remember, as Blanche Devereaux said best, "You can never be overdressed or overeducated"

"Experience Boston in a whole new way aboard the schooner Adirondack III on this romantic two-hour sunset sail along Boston Harbor. A smooth, gentle vessel, the schooner provides a comfortable ride that's also invigorating, and you'll be able to check out some of the biggest sights in the city from a new perspective.

The Boston Fish Pier, Charleston Navy Yard, Waterfront Park and the New England Aquarium are just some of the landmarks you'll see aboard the ship, and your knowledgeable captain and crew are happy to answer any questions you may have about the history of the harbor. Beer and wine are available for purchase, and soda and water are included in your ticket price, so sit back, have a drink and enjoy the ride! "

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Enjoy the last few weeks of summer...for FREE! Here are a few ideas from Boston.com to see the city without breaking the bank. 

1. Take a stroll along the scenic Boston Harborwalk.

2. Take in a free concert or movie at the Hatch Shell beside the Charles. The Friday Night Flicks series offers family-friendly movies throughout the summer.

3. Cool off in the Boston Common Frog Pond in the heart of the historic Boston Common.

4. For 10 weeks this summer, enjoy free admission to 70 museums, art centers, zoos and more, courtesy of the Highland Street Foundation’s Free Fun Fridays. The Boston Children’s Museum is free July 3.

5. Take a tour of the Massachusetts State House, one of the oldest buildings on Beacon Hill.

6. Sam Adams Brewery offers tours of its Jamaica Plain facility Monday to Thursday and Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., starting every half hour. The brewery asks for a suggested donation of $2 to benefit local charities.

7. Harvard Square is a lively place full of free entertainment, food and attractions. Catch a free street performance or a free reading or book signing at Harvard Book Store.

8. Walking doesn’t cost a thing, and the Freedom Trail is truly unique. Follow the red, mostly brick line throughout Boston, and explore 16 historic sites along the way.

9. Coolidge Corner Wine and Spirits offers free tastings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m on Thursdays and Fridays. Saturday tastings run from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

10. Catch a performance on the Boston Common with Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s “Free Shakespeare On The Common,” summer tradition in the city since 1996.

Need an idea on what to do on a rainy summer day? Why not get some culture and head to one of these always FREE museums, provided by Thrillist: 

1. Museum of Bad Art | Davis Square

"Free with admission to any film or theatre event at the Somerville Theater.
It’s exactly what it sounds like."

2. Boston Athenæum | Beacon Hill

"The first floor and exhibition galleries are free to the public.
Tucked away in this gorgeous membership library are rare paintings, maps, photographs, and, of course, books -- even one bound from the skin of a man whose dying wish was to literally BE a book."

3. The Museum of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts | Faneuil Hall

"If the Constitution Museum wasn’t enough, get your fill of military memorabilia at this often-overlooked spot in Faneuil Hall."

Prepare for the fall market at our September Home Buyer Class!

Presented by acclaimed experts in the Boston Real Estate Market from Charlesgate Realty Group, as well as local mortgage market experts, our Boston Home Buyer Class is your opportunity to learn the home buying process the right way - before you enter a transaction!  Get educated in a casual, fun setting and avoid the pitfalls that can cause financial and emotional problems during the buying process.

Attend our FREE Boston homebuying class to learn:

• Renting vs. Buying: Whether it even makes sense for you to buy right now
• Homebuying process and timeline: How long it actually takes to buy
• Working with a buyer agent: How it works and whether or not you really need one
• What mortgages are still available and how much cash you need to buy.
• Using neighborhood level data (like discount ratios and real time trend graphs) to value properties
• Negotiating 101: How to craft your offer to drive a hard bargain!
• Top 10 online resources to aid your home search

Is this class for you?  Well, if you’re looking for a fun, low key, and informal way to learn the Boston real estate market from the experts, then YES!  You’ll have a chance to ask any questions you want and get the straight scoop from us. Plus we’ll have pizza and beer!  How can you pass that up! 

Signing up is easy, just click the banner below!

1. Appalachian Trail: "The Appalachian Trail runs from Georgia to Maine, and it passes through most of the states in New England on its way north. If you choose to do a day hike, or something a bit longer, be sure to choose a hike that is safe for you based on your hiking experience."

2. Mount Washington: "At 6,288 feet, the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire is rightfully intimidating. If you’re the adventurous type, you can hike up to the summit. If you prefer to take in your surroundings from the comfort of a vehicle, you can drive up, or take the Cog Railway."

3. Conway Scenic Railroad: "The Conway Scenic Railroad takes passengers on a trip through nature and time. Take in New Hampshire’s beautiful natural scenery from inside an old-fashioned train. The trains leave from the Victorian station in the center of North Conway Village."

4. Old Orchard Beach, ME: "Old Orchard Beach, Maine, has a downtown made for tourists. There is a traditional pier, an amusement park, an arcade, a sprawling beach, and no shortage of souvenir shops. This charming summer destination offers something for visitors of all ages."

5. Stowe Vermont: "The mountains of Stowe, Vermont offer biking, hiking, and beautiful lakes. While you’re there, make a stop at the Ben & Jerry’s factory in Waterbury to see how the famous ice cream is made."

"On Roseway, Sunday’s are always fun days! Join us for a spirited harbor sail aboard Boston’s only historic tall ship. Help us raise the sails, take the helm, explore below decks, or just sit back and enjoy the summer breezes and Boston’s beautiful cityscape.

2015 SUNDAY FUNDAY SAILS 

August 9 
August 30 

All sails depart from Rowes Wharf at 3:00pm and return at 5:00pm. 

Drinks are available on board for purchase, but feel free to bring your own snacks. 

All proceeds support the educational programs of the World Ocean School aboard the historic schooner Roseway. As such half of your ticket price is a tax-deductible donation. Check out your contribution in action, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbuqLC-IF5U"