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A Basic Guide For Foreign Purchasers of Massachusetts Residential Property
A Basic Guide For Foreign Purchasers of Massachusetts Residential Property
A Basic Guide For Foreign Purchasers of Massachusetts Residential Property, by shareholders Bill Griffin and Amy Fracassini, is intended to inform and assist foreign nationals planning on investing in Massachusetts residential real estate. The guide discusses the nature of the Massachusetts residential real estate markets, identifies the various real estate professionals, and describes the process of purchasing real estate, with particular emphasis on condominium units, which are currently the most popular vehicles for foreign residential investment.
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