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The house that reggae built

If you think the most interesting thing about this $980,000 Bahamian mansion is that it’s owned by Rita Marley, widow of the famed reggae singer Bob Marley, you might be right.

New York City homebuyers eyeing Boston for a move

The third quarter was like a game of musical chairs for many who are abandoning large cities for more affordable areas of the country. See what’s happening in Boston.

Zombie property rate down — for now at least

Areas hit hard by the pandemic could see a wave of zombie properties once the federal ban on foreclosures expires.

Barnstable home fetches $6.5M

“It’s not often that a home in Oyster Harbors hits the open market, let alone one of this caliber. Originally sited and built in the early 1950s, when regulations were not nearly as restrictive, the residence offers sweeping Westerly water views, as well as a swimming pool which is literally right on the beach,” selling agent Chuck Tuttle said.

Expect fall price gains, but 2021 could see a cooling market

The new S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index reveals record-breaking August for home sales, up 21% over the 2006 pre-Great Recession high.

Need an exorcist for your haunted house?

Got ghosts? No problem, says the company, which launched a new exorcism service for those needing to rid themselves of a paranormal houseguest.

Holy house of sculptures

This one-of-a-kind residence that’s the former home of painter and sculptor Robert E. Kuhn can be yours for $1.5 million.

Q3 home sales profit margin jumps 37.5%

“It’s almost as if the housing market and the overall economy are operating in different worlds.” — Todd Teta, chief product officer at ATTOM Data Solutions

More than half of Boston homes for sale face bidding wars

“The slight decline in bidding wars (nationally) is largely a reflection of a seasonal cooldown, which typically starts in the late summer but was delayed by a few months this year,” said Redfin chief economist Daryl Fairweather.

Another record month for Cape Cod home sales

“Sellers are responding to market demand listing their house, but inventory keeps dropping as buyer demand is at an all-time high,” — CCIAOR Ceo Ryan Castle

Boston home sales up 24% in September

Transactions were down in September from the previous month, but not by much, and that’s good news.

Your own fantasy island?

Ready to take your quarantine game to the next level? How about buying your own island?

First American: Homesellers playing ‘musical chairs’

Homesellers continued to sell homes to each other in September, making the market resemble a game of ‘housing musical chairs,’ according to First American chief economist Mark Fleming.

Boston home prices up 14.5% from last year

“If sky-high prices continue to lure more sellers into the market, it could prompt the inventory rebound we’ve been waiting for — which would be welcome news for frustrated buyers.” — Javier Vivas, director of economic research for realtor.com

New unemployment claims spike, though continuing claims fall

Economic recovery slumps as initial jobless claims unexpectedly jump.

Is the flight to the suburbs a myth?

“Increasing house price appreciation in suburban zip codes points to higher demand relative to supply in the suburbs but does not necessarily indicate what’s fueling the demand,” the study notes. 

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