The association made local MLSs responsible for deciding whether non-Realtors may access their platforms as part of a suite of changes aimed at reducing antitrust risk. 

Average rental costs for a single-family home have been decreasing for four consecutive quarters.

Priorities outlined in the plan fall under two overarching categories: building the future member experience and modernizing the association.

The chief economist for the National Association of REALTORS® also predicts home prices will climb 4% compared to 2025. 

The rule shakes up the process of transferring high-value properties and adds steps — and costs — for non-resident sellers.

Boston climbed four spots in the rankings last year, from No. 9 to No. 5.

Closings grew 5.6% year over year, with 3,921 single-family homes sold.

At the same time, the average age of the first-time buyer hit an all-time high of 40, according to the 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. 

At the top of the list? WaterSense fixtures — the plumbing solution, which claims to reduce water use by more than 20%, increased in popularity by 289.6%.

“Boston truly stands as one of the best sports cities in America,” said WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo.

The funds will help developers reduce energy use as part of the Healy Driscoll administration’s net-zero emissions goals for Massachusetts.

In the role, Marie will intercede between MAR and the Cape & Islands Association of REALTORS®.

As part of the relaunch, Rate announced the results of a study it conducted, which found almost seven in 10 homebuyers said homeownership keeps them up at night. 

The Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association opened applications for a six-month fellowship designed to address the state’s housing shortage.

The architecture and design firm attributed its expansion to high local demand.

Nationwide, the median price for a single-family home increased 1.7% year over year to $426,800. Prices increased by the same annual rate during the second quarter.