Thanks to Active Rain, I have been blogging for over a year now. I started on March 19, 2008. Since then I have only posted 77 blogs. I have reached the rank in Massachusetts of 20 out of 2,814. A rank of 3 out of 319 in Norfolk county. The rank of # 1 in Westwood, Mass. (my home town). Most of all I have learned so much from being in the Rain. I've learned so much about short sales and forclosures. From this I have decided to attend the Reomac Conference in California in two weeks. In my first year I have met so many people on line and I have learned from them. I have laughed with them and I have felt their pains and gladly shared their joys. I really want to thank Debbie Summers. She was the first who welcomed me to Active Rain. Also Lara O'Keefe who shared with me on my very first po... 03/21/2009

 2008          $498,950          Down 9% 2007           $550,000          flat 2006           $550,000          Down 10% 2005           $614,950          Up 12% 2004          $548,750          Up 8%     Joseph D. "Joe" Federico "Not Your Average Joe"Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage692 High StreetWestwood MA    02090 www.ISellWestwood.com Direct-781-881-4031 email-joe.federico@nemoves.com Joe Federico, REALTOR, Westwood, MA Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage -Westwood, MA.  Your Family Realtor-Serving Families One Sale at a time  in Dedham, Westwood, Norwood, Canton, Sharon, Walpole, Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, and West Roxbury. 03/17/2009

Westwood, Mass.- Market Report February 2009                                  In February of 2009 there were 7 homes that closed within the month for Westwood, MA. This is a increase of 3 units as there were 4 homes that closed in February of 2008. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for February 2009 was $649,414 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for February of 2008 was $729,000 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for February of 2009 was $599,704 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for February of 2008 was $680,000 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood in February of 2009 was 136 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood February of 2... 03/01/2009

Today I became a Rotarian, I am proud to be a member of the Westwood, Mass. Rotary group. Rotary is the world's first service club organization with 33,000 clubs in over 200 countries. Members form a global network of service oriented leaders who volunteer their time and money to serve their local communities and worldwide. Our motto is, Service above Self. Rotarians, provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. Clubs are nonpolitical, nonreligious, and open to all cultures, races, and creeds. As signified by the motto Service Above Self, Rotary's main objective is service - in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. Joe Federico, REALTOR, Westwood, MA Coldwell Banker Residential Broke... 02/24/2009

2009 for me is a year of change! After several weeks of serious reflecting on my real estate career and future. I have decided to join Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Westwood, MA. Coldwell Banker is the #1 real estate office in Westwood. I enjoyed my time at RE/MAX Landmark, but in February of 2008 our Westwood office at 911 High Street was closed to make way for Keller Williams. Our new office would be at 100 High Street. But after a year the 100 High Street office still has not opened. I was told that it would be 2 months until we would move into our new office at 100 High Street. So, I have decided to make the move to Coldwell Banker.   Joseph D. Federico www.Homesinnorfolkcounty.com 02/23/2009

Westwood, Mass.- Market Report January, 2009                                   In January of 2009 there were 7 homes that closed within the month for Westwood, MA. This is a increase of 4 units as there were 3 homes that closed in January of 2008. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for January of 2008 was $1,176,333 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for January of 2009 was $569,722 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for January of 2008 was $1,140,000 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood in January of 2009 was 89 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood January of 2008 was 111 days. 10 homes went under agreement in Westwood, Massachusetts for the month of Jan... 02/05/2009

I just transferred to Keller-Williams in Westwood, MA the end of this week!! I look forward to beginning new relationships and continuing on the road to a successful careers! I am so excited to make new acqaintenances, build new relationships, professionally and personally as well as to continue with the ones I already have!   David Zablatsky Real Estate Consultant 781-329-2811 http://www.davidzrealestate.com http://www.davidzsellshomes.com http://www.isellnorfolkcounty.com 01/30/2009

It may have taken me almost a year to do it, but I have finally earned 30,000 Points on Active Rain. On the way  to earning the points I have learnedvery much from my Active Rain family, I have also learned of some pain that other rainers are suffering from a personel family issue. I also have shared in the joy of other rainers reaching their milestones. Overall though I am so glad to be in the rain. 01/15/2009

Westwood, Mass. Market Report-December, 2008 Westwood, Mass. Market Report                                    In December of 2008 there were 5 homes that closed within the month for Westwood, MA. This is a decrease of 2 units as there were 7 homes that closed in December of 2007. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for December of 2008 was $703,780 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for December of 2007 was $621,100 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for December of 2008 was $638,700 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for December of 2007 was $597,929 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood in December of 2008 was 223 days. The Average Market time for the homes th... 01/01/2009

SPACIOUS 8 ROOM, 4 BEDROOM, 3 FULL BATH RAISED RANCH, CENTRAL AIR, 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE, CONVENIENT COMMUTER LOCATION-LOCATED IN THE DOWNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT. MINUTES TO ROUTE 128, ROUTE 95, AMTRACK AND THE MUCH ANTICIPATED WESTWOOD STATION. FULL FINISHED BASEMENT, ALL ON NEARLY AN ACRE. EASY TO SHOW, UTILITIES TO BE PAID BY TENANT, NO PETS, FIRST, LAST MONTH RENT, AND SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE UPON SIGNING. 01/01/2009

  WESTWOOD, Mass. Market Report                                    In November of 2008 there were 11 homes that closed within the month for Westwood, MA. This is a decrease of 1 unit as there were 12 homes that closed in November of 2007. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for November of 2008 was $579,473 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for November of 2007 was $768,488 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for November of 2008 was $566,036 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for November of 2007 was $728,542 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood in November of 2008 was 67 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood November of 2007 was... 12/01/2008

  WESTWOOD, Mass. Market Report October 2008                                    In October of 2008 there were 8 homes that closed within the month for Westwood, MA. This is a increase of 1 unit as there were 7 homes that closed in October of 2007. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for October of 2008 was $602,063 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for October of 2007 was $567,257 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for October of 2008 was $572,800 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for October of 2007 was $544,786 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood in October of 2008 was 200 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood October of 2007... 11/02/2008

Homecoming Saturday--October 18thHomecoming Saturday will take place on October 18th. Homecoming will begin at 10:00am as the highly ranked Varsity Soccer Hawks continue their quest for the Catholic Conference Title against Catholic Memorial. At 11:30am there will be alumni soccer and flag football games, followed by a BBQ/Tailgate party at 12:30pm leading up to the highly anticipated Xaverian- Everett Football game at 1:30pm. This is a family friendly event. There will be activities and refreshments for the kids. All are welcome, as this promises to be a great time for all! Joseph Federico www.Homesinnorfolkcounty.com   10/17/2008

     I've had the priveledge of introducing a new member to our Active Rain family. His name is David Zablatsky. David also joined our RE/MAX Landmark Realtors Westwood, Mass. office. Help me by giving David a warm welcome to the active rain community, and best wishes for him in joining  Re/Max Landmark.   10/03/2008

     WESTWOOD, Mass. Market Report                                    In September of 2008 there were 7 homes that closed within the month for Westwood, MA. This is a increase of 1 unit as there were 6 homes that closed in September of 2007. The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for September of 2008 was $449,543 The Average list price for the homes that closed in Westwood for September of 2007 was $859,799 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for September of 2008 was $434,429 The Average sale price for the homes that closed in Westwood for September of 2007 was $772,833 The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood in September of 2008 was 61 days. The Average Market time for the homes that closed in Westwood September of ... 09/30/2008

Posted on September 25, 2008 by bostonkayakguy  Lincoln-Sudbury High School’s quick response last week to the problems of underage drinking and students behaving badly, has already had an impact on other school systems. Joining this call to action is Westwood High School, whose principal Emily Parks sent out a letter to parents this past Wednesday. Westwood High School *photo courtesy of prepsportswear According to the Boston Globe, Parks said that," some students attended last Friday’s game “under the influence of alcohol,” forcing the school to take disciplinary action and adopt new game-day policies banning outside beverages and ordering all students to enter through one gate." “We hope that implementing these changes will encourage students to make good choices and meet our expectat... 09/25/2008

                           Active Listings as of August 1, 2008 Price range $300,000 to $5,000,000  6 single family homes between $300,000 and $400,000  4   "        "        "          "             $400,000 and $450,000    2   "        "        "          "             $450,000 and $500,000  7    "       "        "          "             $500,000 and $550,000  4     "       "           "       "            $550,000 and $600,000  3     "       "            "      "            $600,000 and $650,000  2     "        "          "       "            $650,000 and $700,000  1     "        "          "       "            $700,000 and $750,000  5    "        "          "        "            $750,000 and $800,000  2   "        "          "         "            $800,000 and $850,000  5  "        ... 08/01/2008

     WESTWOOD- Market Report                                    Active Listings as of today July 1, 2008 Price range $300,000 to $5,000,000  7 single family homes between $300,000 and $400,000  4   "        "        "          "            $400,000 and $450,000    4   "        "        "          "             $450,000 and $500,000  4    "       "           "       "             $500,000 and $550,000  6     "       "           "       "            $550,000 and $600,000  2     "       "            "       "           $600,000 and $650,000  7     "        "          "         "          $650,000 and $700,000  1     "        "          "         "          $700,000 and $750,000  5    "        "          "         "          $750,000 and $800,000  2   "        "          "         "        ... 07/01/2008

 This spacious colonial has a large eat-in-kitchen, heated sun room and 4 bedrooms, on nearly an acre. Offered at just $650,000  This spacious 3,100 square foot home features updated kitchen and baths. 3 bedrooms and an inground pool on a beautifully landscaped acre lot. Offered at just $679,000 This eleven room, four bedroom home sits on over an acre with a private landscaped backyard. Offered at just $699,000 06/24/2008

     WESTWOOD- Market Report                                    Active Listings as of today June 1, 2008 Price range $349,000 to $5,000,000  9 single family homes between $300,000 and $400,000  6   "        "        "          "            $400,000 and $450,000    2   "        "        "          "             $450,000 and $500,000  4    "       "           "       "             $500,000 and $550,000  4     "       "           "       "            $550,000 and $600,000  3     "       "            "       "           $600,000 and $650,000  6     "        "          "         "          $650,000 and $700,000  2     "        "          "         "          $700,000 and $750,000  3    "        "          "         "          $750,000 and $800,000  4   "        "          "         "        ... 06/01/2008