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Greater Boston’s housing supply up more than 110% from last year

It’s the second year in a row Boston was the top market for year-over-year housing inventory percentage increases. 

An 1800s castle, restored to modern glory

This Midwest castle, built in the late 1800s, stands as an authentic reproduction of a Richardsonian Romanesque Scottish castle.

New-home sales jump in September despite interest rates 

The median price of a new home sold during the month fell to $418,800 from $433,100 in August, the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development reported. 

Boston launches offices-to-residences conversion program

The program’s goal is to create more downtown housing and bring more foot traffic to support downtown businesses.

South Boston project to bring more than 1,400 residences to area

A new development project will bring more than 1,400 residential units to Dorchester, including income-restricted and senior-living residences. 

Massachusetts named one of the safest states in America

For the second year in a row, Massachusetts has been named one of the top 10 safest states in the U.S., according to WalletHub’s 2023 Safest States in America list.

A storybook castle nestled in private woods

The castle is listed by Richard Bassford, leader of The Bassford Team at RE/MAX Concepts Bettendorf, for $700,000.

Homebuying activity in Greater Boston continued to decline in September

Even though buyer demand has weakened, home values remain strong

Short supply helps drive existing-home sales to 13-year low 

The median existing-home price for all housing types in September was $394,300, up 2.8% from $383,500 in September 2022.   

Housing starts rebound in September after August dip 

Specifically, single-family homes were built at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 963,000, up 3.2% from 933,000 in August and up 8.6% from 887,000 a year earlier, according to government figures. 

Massachusetts single-family home sales hit 13-year low

The drop comes as home and condo prices reached an all-time high in September.

The hottest home trends of 2024 — according to Zillow

Brutalist style and sensory gardens may seem at odds — but they are both hot home design trends that will rule 2024. At least, according to new predictions from Zillow.

Buyer agent commissions hang in the balance during federal case beginning this week

No matter what the jury decides, it could take years for the appeals process to work itself out, delaying any potential changes to agent commissions.

Mortgage rates, elevated home prices influence fall market

Despite higher interest rates and inflation, Massachusetts Association of Realtors president David McCarthy says it’s still a good time for buyers and sellers to be active.

Homebuyers from all demographics are waiting for the same thing: lower prices and mortgage rates

Two recent reports from the National Association of REALTORS® examine the challenges faced by today’s homebuyers from both the consumer’s and the Realtor’s perspective.

Two Massachusetts cities are tops in the U.S. for safety

The safest city in America is right here in New England.

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