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Aside from providing the latest details on Taylor Swift’s new album, Twitter and other forms of social media can be extremely useful when it comes to keeping tabs on the latest real estate news. Whether you’re hungry for foreclosures and short sales, information on recent tax credits, or tips on how to stage your home for a sale, these are the 10 best social media sources for real estate search.

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1. Economix.Blogs.NYTimes.com

With contributors that include esteemed economics professors from MIT, Harvard University, and Princeton, the New York Times Economix blog helps readers understand the real impact of laws and market fluctuations that are relevant to the housing market. Recent blog posts discuss the impact (or lack thereof) of last year’s home buyer tax credit and the lasting effects of kindergarten education on a student’s life.

2. Twitter.com/Agentopolis

The best source for real estate lifestyle articles that aren’t focused on a specific region. Agentopolis combs through a variety of sources, posting about articles such as 10 Best Cities for Working Women with Kids and Hidden Costs of a First Home.

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3. The Cambridge Real Estate Blog

Harvard graduate and Cambridge real estate agent Charles Cherney tells readers what they can expect from the home buying process, how to find their dream home on Day 1, and when they can expect their home to sell in the Cambridge real estate market. Charles also regularly posts in-depth spotlights on Cambridge neighborhoods and properties.

4. Trulia.com/Voices

These message boards are great to browse through for real estate discussions. Post your own question, general or specific, for free advice from experienced real estate agents located in almost every region in the country.

5. YouTube.com

Another great source for real estate video tours. Check out this Cambridge real estate channel for video tours through the latest Cambridge MA listings.

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6. WellcomeMat.com

A real estate video tour website featuring properties listed by 18,000 real estate agents across the US. Particularly useful for luxury properties in metropolitan areas. A good way to establish a connection with an experienced real estate agent.

7. Zillow.com/Advice

Similar concept to the Trulia message boards; another great source for free expert real estate advice.

8. LinkedIn.com

Any real estate agent that’s not on LinkedIn isn’t worth doing business with. Connect with a real estate agent you are interested in working with, read recommendations from clients or colleagues, find out if your agent has any certifications or designations that are important to you.

9. ConsumerBoomer.com

Even though it’s a blog that’s written for Baby Boomers, there’s a wealth of helpful financial information here that’s helpful for any generation. And though it’s not completely dedicated to real estate, articles include Affordable Vacation Homes and How to Get the Best Deal on Mortgages.

10. Twitter.com/EnergizedSeller

For home selling and staging tips, ask Dan Eason. Visit his website for more tips and tricks at EnergizedSeller.com

Did we miss something? Tell us your favorite social media source for real estate!

Even Mary Poppins needs a night on the town to let loose every once in awhile.

A top network of public schools and frequent family-oriented events and festivals have long established the city of Cambridge, Massachusetts as a great place to raise a family. And if you’re looking for real estate in Cambridge, you already know this. Something you may not know is that Cambridge is also a playground for adults as well. Here are a few local favorites which you should check out after a busy day of house-hunting.

Middlesex Lounge

Middlesex Lounge
315 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA
Weekend nights here have been compared “rush hour on the T with a DJ in the corner.” But don’t let that deter you; the place is crowded because of its awesome music, unique cocktails and interesting mix of people who just want to get down on the dance floor.

Summer Shack
149 Alewife Brook Pkwy, Cambridge MA
If you’re looking for a casual atmosphere to get serious with seafood, Summer Shack is the best place to go. There’s also a sports bar where you can choose from a wide selection of beers on tap.

The Middle East Restaurant

The Middle East
472 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
If a band has made it big on the underground music scene, The Middle East is where you can find them playing in Boston. Within the club are two large music venues and two restaurants, and of course, multiple bars. It’s highly recommended that you try the amazing shish kebabs and falafel at the Middle East Restaurant prior to cutting loose at an equally amazing rock show.

Atwood’s Tavern
877 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA
The best of all worlds — good beer, good food, and good live music. Most people go to Atwood’s for its extensive beer selection including local and regional brews, and they tend to stick around for the live music and laid-back atmosphere.

For expert advice and help navigating the neighborhoods of Cambridge real estate, call on Charles Cherney, a top real estate agent and Cambridge resident who will help you find the right home for you and your family.

Searching for Cambridge real estate just became easier with the launch of The Cambridge Real Estate Blog, written by Cambridge real estate agent Charles Cherney. Check in daily at TheCambridgeRealEstateBlog.com to find fresh content on new listings in Cambridge real estate, Cambridge neighborhoods, tips for buying and selling Cambridge real estate, and more!

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The Cambridge Real Estate Blog is also the home base for several different interactive outlets for exploring Cambridge real estate. Click on the social media icons on the right side of the blog to explore Cambridge real estate on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Flickr. Another unique feature of The Cambridge Real Estate Blog is the “Search for Properties” button located directly above the social media icons. Click the button to instantly search thousands of Cambridge real estate listings.

Don’t forget to bookmark The Cambridge Real Estate Blog to keep tabs on the latest in Cambridge real estate!

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For buyers interested in real estate in Harvard Square, finding available Harvard Square properties can be difficult. The area owes is popularity to its unique restaurants, bars, and shops, frequent cultural events, movie theaters, and accessibility to the Charles River. Countless businesses call Harvard Square home, including the real estate office of Hammond Residential.

Cambridge real estate agent Charles Cherney of Hammond Real Estate has created a website for those looking for Harvard Square real estate at HarvardSquareProperties.com. Rather than digging through MLS listings, potential buyers can visit the Harvard Square Properties website to find a full list of frequently updated Harvard Square real estate listings.

As a Harvard graduate, resident of Cambridge, and real estate agent based in the heart of Harvard Square, Charles Cherney is the best resource for potential buyers seeking Harvard Square properties. No one knows Harvard Square and its properties better than Charles Cherney.

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The Cambridge Real Estate Facebook page is brought to you by top Cambridge real estate agent Charles Cherney of Hammond Real Estate. There you can find high-quality photos of the newest Cambridge real estate listings paired with detailed descriptions.

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Boston real estate is hoppin’! There comes a time in life when an abrupt change can turn life completely around, in a good way. When looking to settle down and purchase real estate, most people do not stay within the limits of the town they grew up. Relocating to a different city can be an exciting, life-changing move.

The city of Boston has been opening its arms to newcomers since the first immigrant arrived at the Port of Boston long ago. Things have changed a great deal since then (though Boston has retained its soft spot for cobble-stoned streets and brownstones).

Here are a few highlights of exciting things that happened in Boston over the past year:

Boston residents and others were invited to skate on the ice at Fenway Park, home of the Red Sox. First Skate at Fenway Park was arranged in preparation for the NHL’s Winter Classic Game on January 1st.

The 2nd annual Boston Greenfest took over Boston last summer with music, art, seminars, workshops, and activities.

What would a major city be without a Restaurant Week? Boston area residents enjoyed the delicious cookery of over 200 restaurants.

Though not quite up there with Paris or New York, Boston Fashion Week has grown over the years to become a press-magnet and party-fest. All the better for its guests!

Renee Zelwegger and James Franco won the annual Harvard Hasty Pudding Award.

(Not a killer bee attack) Surrogates Filmed in Boston, along with many more movies:

• The Women, starring Meg Ryan, Annette Bening and Eva Mendes: September 12.
• My Best Friend’s Girl, starring Dane Cook and Kate Hudson: September 19.
• Bride Wars, starring Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway: January 9, 2009.
• Paul Blart: Mall Cop, starring Kevin James: January 16, 2009.
• The Pink Panther 2, starring Steve Martin and Andy Garcia: February 6, 2009.
• The Box, starring Cameron Diaz and James Marsden: March 20, 2009.
• Real Men Cry, starring Mark Ruffalo and Ethan Hawke: June 2009.
• Ashecliffe, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, directed by Martin Scorsese: October 2, 2009.
• The Surrogates, starring Bruce Willis: November 20, 2009.
• The Company Men, starring Ben Affleck, Kevin Costner, Tommy Lee Jones.

If you’re preparing to or already in the process of selling a home, here’s a way to squeeze more cash out of your property. Massachusetts has alloted over $6 million dollars to help you get money back for your old appliances. The Massachusetts Appliance Rebates program is scheduled to begin in March 2010.

Eligible products include

• Refrigerators
• Freezers
• Clothes washers
• Dishwashers

For more information, contact the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources.

Prudential Prime Properties is a Boston real estate firm that has years of real estate market experience to fine-tune its home-selling strategies. If you are hoping to sell real estate in Boston, list your property with Prudential Prime Properties.

There’s no better time to explore Cambridge real estate than during Restaurant Week in Boston. From March 14th to 19th and March 21st to 26th, over 200 restaurants in Boston and its surrounding neighborhoods gear up to offer three-course lunches for $20 and three-course dinners for $33. Clear your schedule for the week, book a couple of relaxing nights at The Charles Hotel, and take your taste buds on an exciting adventure in Cambridge!

Chez Henri, Rialto, and Henrietta’s Table are just a few critically praised restaurants in Cambridge that are offering mouth-watering meals for Restaurant Week. Upstairs on the Square is located in Harvard Square and is a fun place to take kids because of its rosy decor. By visiting, you’ll soon find out that getting from place to place in Cambridge is half the fun of living there! If you’re travelling with your family, using the subway is a fun, safe, and easy way to visit landmarks in Cambridge and Boston.

Take a look at the full list of restaurants in Cambridge that are participating in Restaurant Week. For advice on relocating to Cambridge, Charles Cherney is an excellent Cambridge real estate agent who is passionate about providing people with helpful information about his beloved city of residence. Stop by his website today to browse the Cambridge MLS listings and to contact him for further information.

Boston’s Restaurant Week is the perfect time to visit and take a look at what Boston real estate has to offer. Restaurant Week in Boston takes place this year from March 14th to 19th and March 21st-26th. This is your chance to sample all of the great restaurants that the City of Boston has to offer without emptying your kids’ college fund! At over 200 participating restaurants, a three course lunch menu is only $20.10, a three-course dinner menu is only $33.10, and a new two-course lunch menu is only $15.09 (an entree and either a dessert or an appetizer).

The list of restaurants isn’t available anywhere on the Web just yet, but here’s six of the 200 restaurants who fed Bostonians in last year’s Restaurant Week:

Via Matta (Italian, Back Bay) *

The Capital Grille (American, Back Bay)

Mamma Maria (Italian, North End)

Oak Room at The Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel (Steak, Back Bay)

Oishii Boston (Sushi, South End)

Top of the Hub (American, Back Bay)

*This blogger highly recommends Via Matta. Mmm.

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