While waiting for a computer at the West End Library (across from Beacon Hill), I sat at one of those wooden tables, I found myself flipping though the pages of a book and I saw an illustration entitled, “Jesus Laughing.”

After leaving the West End Library, it struck me that I could not recall ever seeing a picture of Jesus that was not solemn. And believe me, having been raised as an Irish Catholic in NY, I have seen numerous pictures of Jesus! This one showed Jesus with his head thrown back and his mouth wide open, enjoying something wonderfully funny—perhaps a joke from one of his disciples.

I wonder what Jesus would find to laugh at if he set foot on Planet Earth today.

Peace be with you

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Beantown real estate brokers random thoughts

Beacon Hill broker wants to know, why does my fully charged Airpods deplete at different rates?

Do I listen harder out of one ear?

Beantown real estate brokers random thoughts

My recent birthday left me with an unyielding realization — I am part of a dying breed. Seriously, I’m a baby boomer and we, like the generations before us, are going to be gone one day. So if you want to garner my wisdom on the Beacon Hill condo for sale market — grab me quick. Before it’s too late.

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Beantown real estate brokers random thoughts

I made it through black Friday and Cyber Monday without spending a dime.

The news this week has been all about projections for holiday spending. I know that the economy is depending on all of us to spend money but there is also a downside to spending money on stuff.

Maybe if we all spent less money the economy will slow then Boston condo interest rates will go down and that will make it easier for people to buy condominiums and townhouses.

If people spent less buying gasoline prices at the pump, prices will go down too. It would be fun to watch those record oil company profits take a nosedive.

Employers count on workers overspending during the holidays and starting the new year needing lots of money. Having bills to pay is a great motivator.

It would be fun to see what happens if people spent less this holiday season. And used that savings for a down payment on a Boston condo for sale or perhaps use the extra cash for closing costs.

Peace be with you

Updated: Boston Real Estate Blog 2024