Got a call on Thursday from a popular network television show that’s going to be doing a piece on Roslindale as a great destination for first-time home buyers – something we’ve known for ages!

I’m scrambling to get two properties ready to film – we weren’t planning to put them on the market for a few weeks so I’m meeting with stagers and contractors so we can do the tour on Monday – yes, tomorrow.  It’s worth running around like crazy to show off a couple of great listings AND talk about one of my favorite subjects: Roslindale!

I’ll let you know when the show’s going to be on the air.

I once heard a broker describe this time of year as having listings “stacked in the hangar.”  At this writing, inventory is still quite low and people are waiting to pounce.  A few weeks from now you’ll be seeing for sale signs everywhere.

Don’t confuse eagerness with foolishness:  buyers are being super-selective and, unless they’re foreclosure/short-sale shoppers, want a home in move-in condition.  That includes heating and electrical systems, not just the paint on the walls.

And…keep an eye out for the upcoming Neighborhoods Issue of Boston Magazine – Roslindale will be featured!