Is Your Smart Home Actually Secure? A North Shore Guide to Outsmarting Hackers

Kathleen Militello

Published on: 21/01/2026

Smart home devices add convenience—but are they secure? This North Shore guide explains how hackers target smart homes, which devices are most vulnerable, and the simple steps homeowners can take in 2026 to protect their privacy.

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Helpful Massachusetts First-Time Buyer Resources & Programs (2026)

Kathleen Militello

Published on: 20/01/2026

Buying your first home in Massachusetts can feel overwhelming. This 2026 guide breaks down helpful first-time buyer programs, grants, and resources available to North Shore buyers—so you know what help is actually out there.

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4 Kitchen Countertop Colors That Are Dating Your North Shore Kitchen, According to Designers

Kathleen Militello

Published on: 19/01/2026

Granite, laminate, tile, and “perfect” quartz may be hurting your kitchen’s appeal. Learn which countertop styles feel dated to today’s North Shore buyers—and what designers say actually helps homes sell in 2026.

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North Shore Real Estate in January 2026: Why Pricing Your Home Right Matters More Than Ever.

Kathleen Militello

Published on: 14/01/2026

January 2026 North Shore real estate update for Gloucester, Ipswich, and Beverly. Learn why pricing strategy matters more than ever, what buyer behavior is signaling, and how sellers can position their homes to sell successfully this winter.

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