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Relocating to Boston? Hear it from this Resident Alien.

Me, green card holder a.k.a Resident Alien, will give you the lowdown on relocating to Boston. Everything you need to know starting from before your move, to the first months of setting up life here, to later where you inevitably will ask, “How do I build generational wealth and pay less taxes?”. Read on to save time, money and avoid stress.

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I have moved to Littleton, MA

Self-explanatory- I have moved from Boxborough to Littleton. Here’s sharing an update about my big move 12 mins away, on finding happiness in homeownership and calling a place my own.

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24 days, 9 countries, and 3 reasons to visit Albania

9 countries in 24 days, but all I want to talk about is Albania. From reliving my childhood in Tirana to eating a 67-year-old recipe and soaking in the majestic Accursed Mountains, here are 3 reasons why one should visit Albania. Read on, and watch out for the link to the best yogurt on earth!

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Brackett Pond at Harold Parker State Forest

It’s Thanksgiving today; an occasion that means so much to many American families, but still little to my husband and I. With everyone gathered at homes, and rain on our side, we found solitude at Harold Parker State Forest. Peer deep to find the colors.

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Harvard Trail: Delaney Flood Control Site

Delaney Flood Control Site is a whooping 577 acres that span the towns of Harvard, Stow and Bolton. It’s got a beautiful pond, easy hike, open space for kite flying, an interesting wooded landscape… geese and swans. What’s there not to like?

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Adapting to a new normal

In the midst of this global pandemic that is Covid-19, will I now experience my third recession in full responsibility, unsheltered by youth? Is this truly the coming of a recession “long overdue”? It has always been said that real estate is more than houses- it’s about lives. That was my moment for me; my assimilation that I am not merely a conduit for home sales. My actions affect lives.

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A sunny afternoon at Hager Trail

Hager Trail meanders amidst sparse trees and gently sloping land that brings you to the highlight of the landscape - Guggins Brook. The interplay of shadows on the forest floor, coupled with sunlight gleaming off the brook’s waters makes this walk on a sunny day magical. This ranks amongst my top 3 favorite trails in town to date!

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