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Massachusetts Sarkis Team named national winner at Douglas Elliman Ellie Awards

The team also placed No. 1 among other large teams nationally by volume and GCI, beating competitive teams in hot markets like South Florida and New York.

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Playground, basketball court and mural at Bedford Towers awarded funding

The basketball court will adjoin a mural from local artist Dave Gaudalupe Jr. that “reflect[s] cultural pride, educational themes and intergenerational community spirit.”

REMAX: Boston home sales slide in February

Nationally, home sales in the 51 metro areas surveyed by REMAX declined 3.2% year over year and rose 11.1% month over month. 

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These are the most and least affordable cities for renting in Massachusetts

With monthly rents varying by up to $3,000 for the same sized rental home in different Massachusetts cities, location is everything in the Commonwealth.

Late May is the most profitable time of year to list in Boston

Though the most lucrative week to list varies by city and region, spring is undoubtedly the smartest season to list.

eXp Realty enters listing-preview agreement with Realtor.com, Homes.com, ComeHome.com

The agreement follows REMAX, HomeServices of America, Side, Keller Williams and United Real Estate agreeing to a similar agreement with Zillow.

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Jill Johnson to serve as ERA Key Branch Director in Whitinsville

ERA Key Realty Services promoted Jill Johnson to the branch director position of the brokerage’s Whitinsville office.

Compass drops antitrust lawsuit against Zillow

Compass announced that it will dismiss its antitrust lawsuit against Zillow, citing a reversal of the “Zillow Ban,” but Zillow says its anti-private listing network Listing Access Standards are still in place.

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ADU loan program offers Massachusetts homeowners second mortgages up to $250K

Eligible Massachusetts homeowners now have access to a funded second mortgage up to $250,000 for the addition of accessory dwelling units, often called tiny homes or in-law suites, on their property.

The Narrowland Group joins BHHS Robert Paul Properties

The current team, which includes Fawkes, India Fogg and Eve Felix Lorenz, serves the Outer Cape, Lower Cape and Boston suburbs.

How one Boston agent helps seniors ‘move first, sell later’ with empathy

“This demographic is looking for expert guidance and is willing to pay a premium price to access it,” DiCarlo said.

Pending home sales rise in February, portending a strong spring selling season

Regionally, pending sales rose in the Midwest, South and West, and declined in the Northeast on a month-over-month basis.

Wise Agent launches Lead Pipeline feature to streamline lead tracking for agents

Wise Agent has launched its Lead Pipeline feature, designed to help agents organize leads, track follow-ups and visualize opportunities from first inquiry to closed transaction. 

Churchill Properties forms The Bramhall Team

A group of agents at Churchill Properties have come together to form The Bramhall Team.

Keller Williams, REMAX, HomeServices of America, Side enter pre-market listing agreement with Zillow

All participating brokerages will have access to Zillow Preview, which is structured to operate within local MLS frameworks.

Extreme weather freezes winter activity in Massachusetts housing market

“As we turn the corner towards warmer weather, we anticipate renewed market participation, which hopefully leads to a very active spring,” said Kristen Keegan.

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