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Mortgage rates dip below 7%, bring relief to homebuyers

Buyers are finally getting some relief as mortgage rates dip below 7% for the first time in five weeks, according to a Redfin report. 

Housing starts rebound in April after March slump 

New-home construction jumped 5.7% month over month after a soft March, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 

Hotels overtake offices in residential conversions

According to a new report from RentCafe, hotels have overtaken offices as the most likely spaces to be converted into new apartments.

U.S. News & World Report ranks Massachusetts one of the top states in the country

The publication ranked each of the 50 states in 71 metrics across eight categories to determine how well each serves their residents.

Emily Corcoran joins Touchstone Closing as partner

Company continues its expansion, welcoming three new attorneys to the firm.

Survey results: How Boston agents define ‘luxury listings’

We asked, you answered! Here’s how Boston agents define luxury real estate: $1 million and up.

Transfer taxes may harm Massachusetts housing, report finds

New real estate transfer taxes could cost Bay State communities up to 60 cents per dollar collected, hurt property values and do little for the housing crisis, according to the report.

Anywhere Real Estate, Keller Williams and RE/MAX commissions settlements receive final court approval

Other settlements are still awaiting final approval, including the $418 million settlement with NAR.

Nearly half of all adults would buy their childhood home if they could afford it

Zillow attributes this trend to a growing sense of nostalgia for easier times.

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun optimistic about real estate industry this year and beyond

Yun expects existing home sales to show gains in 2024, 2025 and eight of the next 10 years.

Healey-Driscoll administration launches campaign to address housing affordability in Massachusetts

The statewide initiative aims to raise awareness about reducing housing expenses throughout Massachusetts while emphasizing housing’s impact on everyday life. 

Tom Brady’s former condo hits the market for $8.5 million

The 314 Commonwealth Ave. property is located in the historic Burrage Mansion, one of the most prestigious addresses in Boston’s Back Bay.

Changes to MLS from NAR settlement to take effect Aug. 17

NAR previously said the changes were expected to start in mid-July.

Charitable giving increased among Realtors last year

The typical amount donated annually was $1,000, up from $800 in 2022.

Massachusetts areas make best beach towns on the East Coast list

Three Bay State areas have been named to Condé Nast’s list of 14 Best Beach Towns on the East Coast, and it comes as no surprise.

Boston Housing Scorecard: Spring market sees builder confidence rise

Meanwhile, days on market fell in April, as both housing starts and home sale slowed

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