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Healey signs 2026 fiscal year budget, ends renter-paid brokers fees

Under the new rule, broker fees for rentals become the responsibility of the party who hired the broker.

Massachusetts lawmakers place new restrictions on broker fees

Under the new rule, broker fees for residential rental properties become the responsibility of the party who hired the broker.

Lynnfield Commons under new ownership

JMC developed the garden-style apartments in 2009 and will remain involved as property manager. Upon taking ownership, Taurus and L&G plan to retrofit Lynnfield Commons with HVAC and water heater upgrades, rooftop solar panels and low-flow water fixtures.

Home staging boosts sales prices for Boston properties

Boston ranked 8th nationwide, just behind New York and several west coast cities like Los Angeles and San Diego. In the study, Boston homes fetched nearly $38,000 more after staging.

The Beck opens in Haverhill

“The Beck represents a major milestone for both our team and the City of Haverhill,” Bria’s managing director Bryan Walsh said in a press release.

Peabody Properties recognized among NAHMA Affordable 100 winners

Peabody properties has created affordable housing projects totaling $550 million across New England, New Jersey and Florida.

ERA Key adds David Darakjian

“ERA Key offered me the best opportunity to adapt my experiences so that I can succeed as a Realtor,” said Darakjian.

CCIAOR: ‘More for sale signs’ across Cape Cod

“The biggest trend we’re seeing in the market over the last few months is the increase in inventory,” noted CCIAOR President Todd Machnik.

Sarah DiMilla returns to ERA Key

“I returned to ERA Key, because I felt supported here,” DiMilla said in a press release.

Development advances on the Claremont Grafton with MassHousing financing

Located near Grafton’s MBTA commuter-rail station, the Claremont Grafton is the third project to be financed by the Momentum Fund.

Nest Seekers’ Boston grand opening

Nest Seekers International celebrated the grand opening of its Boston office at 268 Summer St. on June 18th.

The Cottages at the Bay Club coming soon to Mattapoisett

All 12 townhomes will feature 2,680 square feet of finished space plus an additional 600 square feet of unfinished space. With four homes already completed, Sargent expects full development by 2026.

Case-Shiller: Boston home-price growth slows in April, tracking ‘healthier, more sustainable’ national trend 

The pace of home-price appreciation slowed to its most modest pace since 2023, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index. 

Boston named among best metros for STEM professionals

Thanks to increased demand and intentional education efforts, Boston’s lead in the STEM space is growing. Since 2019, the number of science-focused workplaces in the city has increased by 37%.

Michael Harper affiliates with Coldwell Banker

He managed home, acreage and investment sales in Maine’s Mount Desert market before gaining international experience and finally relocating to Boston to specialize in residential real estate.

58 Kent St. luxury condos near completion

Designed by Concept Properties, the dwellings feature natural light, modern kitchens and valet garage parking.

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