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GBAR: Boston home values have ‘likely peaked’

Home values have likely peaked throughout the metro area, according to report

Are housing costs changing buyer preferences in Boston?

New study shows 20 percent of homeowners consider themselves house rich and cash poor nationwide.

Home sales dipped last month, but up 1.5 percent from last year in Northeast

NAR chief economist: Housing shortage is stunting potential growth.

Living near transit pays in Boston

Median residential sales price jumps 34 percent in four years for homes near subway system

Study: Undocumented immigrants don’t tank home prices

Research from Clever Real Estate shows no negative link between immigration and real estate sales prices.

Nantucket named most expensive county for vacation homes

A new NAR report notes that a booming economy has boosted vacation home sales, and three Massachusetts counties scored top billing.

Real estate marketing 101, courtesy of Facebook

A guide from the social media giant offers insights on digital marketing strategies for agents.

Renovation return quick guide

Remodeling can mean quicker, more lucrative sales. Keep this quick guide handy to give clients the lowdown on NAR’s and NARI’s analysis.

Boston among the greenest cities in the country

Going into a deal with the right information on the environment can both give you a competitive advantage and help you answer tough questions from concerned consumers.

Optimism down after a hitting historic highs

While Fannie Mae’s index measuring consumer sentiment is lower than last month, the survey still clocked year-over-year gains.

How to stay relevant in the age of iBuyers

Like it or not, iBuyers are here to stay, say industry experts. Here’s how to get a seat at the table.

What are the joys — and potential payback — of remodeling?

A new report shows that home improvement jobs pay off in the end. Learn which ones are most likely to be helpful at resale.

The most popular interior design trend in Massachusetts

Every home is unique in its own way, especially when it comes to interior design. Homeowners often choose design styles that are inspired by what is popular in their part of the world. Joybird took a look at the

How and why your clients undertake remodeling projects

The eighth annual Houzz & Home Study, released June 5, revealed the trends, desires, budgets and challenges of homeowners taking on remodeling projects. These takeaways will help you assist clients who are looking to upgrade their living spaces. Spending

Home design trends in demand in 2019

This year is one of continued change in home design as consumers get revved up about more livable spaces and a surge in new home-centered technology. Trends are constantly changing, and this year, homeowners want design that will create

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MLS, brokerages evolve their stance on private listings

There is a growing trend throughout several markets involving property listings that don’t appear on that market’s multiple listing system. The idea around private listings, or pocket listings, office exclusives or a number of other names, has been known