Sustainability
From Green Monster to green roofs
From Green Monster to green roofs
10/31/23
Liz and Ellie Local
How historic preservation and climate resiliency can save Boston
Buying
Collections From Compass
Collections From Compass
09/20/23
Ellie Botshon
Collections is a visual online space where you organize the homes you want to see.
Sustainability
Local EV updates and rebates for Cambridge, Somerville, and beyond
Local EV updates and rebates for Cambridge, Somerville, and beyond
09/19/23
Rebecca Taplin
Buckle up, electric vehicle owners and EV-curious folks! Cambridge, Somerville, and beyond are implementing incentives and infrastructures to support EVs with rebates, discounts, and improved access to chargers—whether you’re plugging in at a public charging station or at home.
Real Estate
Real Estate Literacy
Real Estate Literacy
09/12/23
Rebecca Taplin
September is National Literacy Month! In my other life as a trained teacher, I work with kids who are learning to read and might not yet love it. My students learn specific rules, definitions, and skills that develop their literacy, and they soon learn to appreciate all kinds of literature. What these young kids might not realize yet is that long after we’ve mastered basic literacy, there are more kinds of literacy we need to develop. This September, I’m exploring literacy through the lens of real estate.
Equity
Celebrate National Black Business Month in Cambridge
Celebrate National Black Business Month in Cambridge
08/10/23
Rebecca Taplin
Cambridge is brimming with businesses that reflect a commitment to inclusivity and entrepreneurship. In honor of National Black Business Month (August), we want to help you find Black-owned businesses in our neighborhoods. From cozy cafés to cutting-edge tech companies, these establishments bring not only customers and revenue, but also diverse and culturally rich perspectives, to the streets and squares of Cambridge and beyond.
Lifestyle
Air conditioning choices for homeowners around Cambridge
Air conditioning choices for homeowners around Cambridge
07/12/23
Rebecca Taplin
Hot enough for you? I don’t know about you, but I’ve been regularly using my air conditioner since April (remember that hot spell mid-month?). Warmer weather, combined with a marked increase of people working from home, makes the issue of cooling your home of utter importance. Since we have older homes in Cambridge, Somerville, and beyond, what is the best type of cooling system for you?