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BPDA approves plans to bring more than 680 residential units to the city

The Boston Planning & Development Agency has given the green light to two development projects that will create or renovate more than 680 income-restricted residential units.

Millennials gain a foothold in today’s housing market

As they come of peak age for first-time homeownership, millennials are gaining an increasing share of today’s housing market.

RE/MAX: Median sales price tops $300,000 for first time

The median sales price of homes in the 53 metro areas covered by RE/MAX’s National Housing Report rose 4.5% month over month in March to $303,000, marking the first time in the 13-year history of the report that it topped $300,000.

HUD Sec. Fudge: ‘We will enforce U.S. Fair Housing Act’

Housing secretary reaffirms U.S. commitment to closing the racial homeownership gap at a forum with NAR president and top housing officials.

Worcester named one of the hottest markets in March

Recent data found real estate markets north and west of Boston were among the hottest last month.

15 William Raveis Mortgage bankers named to list of top ranking mortgage originators

Fifteen executive mortgage bankers from William Raveis Mortgage were named to the Scotsman Guide’s 2021 Top Originators rankings.

Zillow: Most experts expect relief to supply woes later this year, early 2022

Forty-three percent of respondents to the first-quarter Zillow Home Price Expectations survey expect inventory to improve in the second half of the year, followed by 26% who expect it in the first half of 2022.

U.S. Supreme Court decision makes it easier for brokers to market their business

Brokers may use their cell phones to make marketing calls and send marketing texts, if the cell phone does not have an app that will automate the dialing system.

Ezequiel Cruz joins Mortgage Network’s Burlington branch

Mortgage Network has announced the addition of Ezequiel “Zeek” Cruz to its Burlington branch. Cruz is licensed in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire and joins the Burlington location as a loan officer and sales assistant.  “Ezequiel is a fantastic

Looking to buy or sell your home in a hurry?

William Raveis Real Estate has launched a new service for homeowners looking to sell their property quickly.

Homes listed midweek are selling for more and faster

Boston homes listed on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday are selling for more than those listed on the weekend, but how much varies by metro area.

LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance offers support to Asian American Pacific Islander community

The Greater Boston Chapter of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance has issued a statement in support of the Asian American Pacific Islander Community.

How does credit scoring impact fair lending and minority home ownership?

“A credit report and credit score are the gateway to a mortgage,” — NAR President Charlie Oppler.

Who made up the National Association of Home Builders in 2020?

The National Association of Home Builders published the results of its Special Study for Housing Economics, highlighting the 2020 annual census of who makes up its members.

Boston’s housing supply shortage expected to continue for some time

The housing supply shortage is expected to get more extreme as homebuyer demand continues to outweigh inventory levels, a new study found.

Investors acquire converted mill buildings in Lawrence, plan more residences

Global Gate Capital and Berkeley Investments plan to add more residential units to the Lawrence area with the purchase of converted mill buildings in the city’s North Canal Historic District.