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Zillow: These paint colors could raise home values by up to $2,000

Paint color has the power to enhance value — or tank it.

German real estate company GARBE makes US debut, partners with Boston’s Berkeley Investments

The partnership will seek to develop multifamily, industrial and infrastructure properties in the United States.

Massachusetts sees 36.6% uptick in pending home sales

Meanwhile, new listings grew by 3.5% year –over year for single-family homes and 8.9% for condos.

David Shortsleeve named Cape Cod regional sales manager for Lamacchia

David Shortsleeve will be Lamacchia Realty’s next regional sales manager amid the brokerage’s strategic expansion into the Cape Cod market.

Rubin Rudman’s Tyler Franklin named to Environmental Business Council of New England committee

He specializes in waterfront development, especially for properties on Cape Cod and the Islands.

1648 and 1654 Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge
Historic Cambridge buildings slated for low- and moderate-income housing

Located at 1648 and 1654 Massachusetts Ave. between Harvard Square and Porter Square, the properties have historic value.

NAR: Existing-home sales top expectations in May with 3.2% gain

Inventory rose 3.3% month over month and 0.6% year over year to 1.55 million homes, which equals a 4.5-month supply of unsold inventory, NAR said. 

It’s easy for kids and families to get outside in Boston

Boston is the best city in the U.S. for outdoor play, according to a new study from ProCare.

members of the EllCommon Ground Collective
New inclusive real estate collective to serve Boston market

The six-member, LGBTQIA+ centered group will serve the Greater Boston market with a focus on inclusivity and representation.

It takes 13.9 years to break even on homeownership in Boston

Nationwide, it takes six years to break even on homeownership, down from an all-time high of 8.4 years in 2023.

Chris Spendley of GID Residential Partners.
Long-term residential demand drives GID Boston expansion

GID Residential Partners entered the Boston market under the leadership of Chris Spendley, who joined the company as managing director.

Massachusetts has the strongest economy in the nation

Notably, the Commonwealth had the highest percentage of firms listed on the Technology Fast 500 list.

Realtor.com: Buyers ‘rewarding’ sellers for adjusted listing price expectations

Amid what Realtor.com called the most active spring in years, the housing market is finding a new equilibrium.

New construction saves Massachusetts buyers over time

Older homes often come with hidden costs, like leaky roofs, worn-out water heaters and drafty windows.

Cotality: US home-price growth holds steady despite jump in interest rates

Looking ahead, Cotality expects home prices to rise 5.3% between April 2026 and April 2027. 

Berkshire Hathaway to acquire Taylor Morrison Home Corp. for $8.5B

Berkshire Hathaway is acquiring Taylor Morrison Home Corp. for approximately $8.5 billion.