Over recent weeks the concept of a 50-year fixed-rate mortgage has been gaining national attention in the U.S. housing and finance debate. While the standard in the U.S. has for decades been 30-year (and sometimes 15- or 20-year) amortizing loans, the suggestion now is to offer homeowners the option to stretch the loan term to 50 [...]
Massachusetts just implemented a significant new rule that reshapes how offers are written and accepted in residential real estate. Effective October 15, 2025, sellers can no longer condition acceptance of an offer on a buyer waiving a home inspection. This regulation - adopted under the Affordable Homes Act - aims to stop the practice of [...]
When you move into a new apartment, you think about setting up utilities, decorating your space, and getting comfortable in your new home. What many tenants overlook, however, is renter’s insurance – a small monthly investment that can make a huge difference in protecting both your finances and your peace of [...]
Massachusetts has enacted a major change to rental housing rules that shifts the financial responsibility for broker commissions. The law is new and leaves several questions unanswered – we expect regulations and further guidance to be released in the coming [...]
A recent analysis of MLS data reveals a notable trend in the Boston condominium market: as of August 7, 2025, the average sale price of a condo is 97.91% of its original listing price—the lowest percentage recorded in the past five [...]
The second quarter of 2025 brought mixed results for Boston's condo market - overall sales saw a slight dip, while inventory remains significantly tighter than previous [...]
In the competitive Boston real estate market, making a strong first impression is paramount. Staging, the art of presenting a property in its most appealing light, has become a crucial tool for attracting buyers and maximizing sale price. But the staging landscape has evolved, offering two primary options: traditional, physical staging and [...]
We are less than 60 days from June 1st, the first major move-in date in Boston's apartment market. Inventory is picking up and we are seeing greater availability than last [...]
As we are approaching the end of the Fall market here in Boston, here is a look at some year-to-date data and how this year compares with the past few years.
Discount points are a one-time fee paid at closing to a lender in exchange for a lower interest rate. Put more simply, it is a one-time fee that you pay up-front to “buy” a lower interest rate for your mortgage. During periods of high interest rates, they are a popular way for borrowers to make their monthly payments [...]