Fun Things to Do for Under $10 in Holliston

Looking for some fun and inexpensive summer activities in the Boston suburbs? Check out the Metrowest Daily News' list of top 10 things to do in Holliston for under ten dollars.

Demystifying Energy Star Home Certification: What Benefits Does Energy Star Give to Homeowners?

Visitors to our Balancing Rock Village townhomes for sale in Holliston often ask us what it really means that the units are Energy Star-certified. After all, all the mumbo jumbo about cellulose insulation and thermal-resistant windows can make anyone's head spin.

Using a host of techniques and home products, such as better air sealing, higher quality insulation, double hung windows, and advanced ventilation systems, Energy Star certified homes offer greater comfort and lower costs.

The three important benefits of Energy Star certification are:
* Vastly lower heating costs. Reduced air leakage can bring dramatic cost savings while adding to the effectiveness of the insulation. For those who are downsizing, this is a great choice because they're also saving considerably on heating costs.
* Greater comfort. Increased insulation levels reduce loss of heat in the winter and cold in the summer. These homes are warmer in winter, cooler in summer, and also quieter.
* Better air quality. Mechanical ventilation ensures healthy indoor air quality at all times of the year.

Please contact me if you'd like to learn more about Energy Star, or our beautiful Energy Star certified townhomes for sale in Holliston, MA.

Top Five Reasons to Choose Boston as your Home

Many home buyers today have tremendous global flexibility in choosing where to reside. Here are my top five reasons why the Boston area is a great choice:

1. Stellar public schools. There are wonderful public school choices. For example, the Boston suburbs of Dover and Sherborn have been recognized as having one of the top 100 public high schools in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and was named among the top five high schools in the state.

2. Strong economy. Boston is consistently singled out for its high family incomes and abundance of jobs at renowned universities as well as high-tech, financial services, and professional services sectors.
Forbes Magazine named Boston among the cities to earn the most.

3. Outstanding medical care. Boston is a research hub, bringing together healthcare innovators who continually seek to develop promising new treatments.

4. Endless recreational activities. From the sandy shores of Cape Cod, to the breathtaking foliage, hiking trails, and lakes across Massachusetts, to the nearby mountains of New Hampshire, the area offers plenty of fun outdoor activities for the whole family.

5. Wonderful character. Newcomers to the area often comment on our historic town centers, handsome tree lined neighborhoods, and winding country roads.

Are you considering a move to the Boston area? We hope you'll contact us or stop by for a tour of our beautiful active adult community Balancing Rock Village, located in the Boston suburb of Holliston, Massachusetts. Our model unit is open 11am-4pm, Thursdays through Mondays.

[Concord's Walden Pond photo courtesy of Pablo Sanchez]