Although it looks like a typical luxury log home from the driveway, the basement has been turned into a concrete cavern, accessible from a hidden “miner’s-style” entrance.

The projects were applicants for Mayor Wu’s Office-to-Residential Conversion Program, which aims to transform underused or empty office space into housing.

The appointment, announced at Christie’s International Real Estate’s recent annual conference, will take effect in June. 

Gateless has integrated Fannie Mae’s Income Calculator into its automated mortgage-underwriting package, which will enable lenders to quickly and accurately calculate income from self-employment, business ownership or rental properties.  

Mike Buffler, a 13-year veteran of the entertainment banking industry, has joined Rate to provide flexible, strategic mortgage solutions for its athlete and musician clients nationwide. 

The association noted, however, that 90% of the responses to its survey tracking homebuilder sentiment were received before the announcement of a 90-day reprieve in U.S.-China tariffs. 

Driven primarily by the construction boom during the pandemic, the housing market has seen some improvements in affordability, but homes remain out of reach for many would-be buyers.

The real estate-technology firms will receive help scaling up their businesses from the association’s strategic investment arm, Second Century Ventures. 

The project, as outlined in an initial proposal, will transform the lots into a mixed-use retail and residential square with a grocery store.

Amherst Community Homes, developed by Valley Community Development, will consist of 15 duplexes built on a parcel previously zoned for commercial and industrial use.

The most recent Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey shows homebuyer activity continued despite the economic uncertainty. 

The $32 million update will bring 42 new units of affordable housing to Dorchester.

Located in Salem, the 29-unit affordable housing community will offer residents access to 5,000 square feet of creative workspace and artist pods.

Described by members as “very positive” for real estate, the tax plan now includes five provisions that were among NAR’s top priorities. 

HomeSmart’s yard signs will now have QR codes and NFC (Near Field Communication) tags allowing home shoppers to access property details.

Led by Nextgen’s newest partner, Kimberly Donovan, the office will focus on rental listings, exclusive apartment leasing and support for renters, landlords and property developers.