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April home sales soar, marking largest annual increase since 2021

Meanwhile, the median single-family home price reached $610,000, the first time it exceeded $600,000 this year.

Housing starts rebound in April after March slump 

New-home construction jumped 5.7% month over month after a soft March, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 

Hotels overtake offices in residential conversions

According to a new report from RentCafe, hotels have overtaken offices as the most likely spaces to be converted into new apartments.

Renovation spending has jumped 60% since 2020

In 2020, median renovation spending was $15,000. That amount increased by 60% in three years, with the median home renovation costing $24,000 in 2023.

The best week to sell this year: April 14 – 20

Prospective sellers should prepare to jump on the market — the week of April 14 through 20 will be the best time to sell this year.

NAR: Existing-home sales post biggest gain in a year 

Sales rose 9.5% from January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.38 million.

Don’t paint your house these colors if you’re trying to sell

There’s a reason many homeowners opt for neutral shades when trying to sell their house — certain flashy colors may be off-putting to buyers.

Opendoor: A portrait of first-time homebuyers in 2023

Many buyers entered the housing market for the first time in 2023. But who were these first-timers, and what did their homebuying experience look like?

Massachusetts home to six of the most envied school districts in America

Homebuyers often prioritize certain must-haves when looking for a home, and for those with or planning families, a reputable school district usually tops the list.

Today’s buyers prioritize price over location

Location, location, location … at least that’s how the old real estate adage goes, right?

NAR: Existing-home sales rise 3.1% in January 

The median existing-home price for all housing types was $379,100, up 5.1% from $360,800 a year before.       

Can buying a home lead to love? A new Zillow survey says yes

Home might really be where the heart is. According to a new Zillow survey, 42% of recent homebuyers reported finding love after buying their new home.

NAR: Home prices rise across the country in the fourth quarter of 2023

Single-family home sales prices increased in 189 out of 221 metro areas analyzed, with the median single-family price in the country rising 3.5% year over year to $391,700.

Boston ranks No. 2 in North America for community spirit

Bostonians know all about community spirit, so it comes as no surprise that Beantown took a top spot in a ranking of U.S. cities with the most community spirit. 

Boston Housing Scorecard: Housing starts rise as inventory tumbles

Meanwhile, existing home sales dropped as days on market increased.

Cape Cod town is a top spot for first-time homebuyers

A new report has named a Cape Cod community one of the top 10 best cities in the nation for first-time homebuyers.

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