Do Finished Basements Count in Square Footage

In Arlington, MA, a finished basement usually does not count in the home's official square footage if any part of that level is below grade, but it still adds real value and usable space. That's the answer homeowners need before they start arguing with a listing, a tax record, or an appraisal. People get tripped […]
8 Finished Basement Storage Ideas for MA Homes

In Arlington and Cambridge, a lot of finished basements end up doing two jobs badly. They try to be family space, guest space, workout space, and storage room all at once, and the result is usually crowded walls, random plastic bins, and moisture problems waiting to happen. We see that often across Greater Boston, especially […]