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What’s Ahead for the 2026 Housing Market

What’s Ahead for the 2026 Housing Market

After a few years of a housing market that felt stuck in neutral, 2026 could be the year we see things shift back into gear. Experts predict more people will ...
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Why Home Affordability Is Easing This Fall

Why Home Affordability Is Easing This Fall

For many homebuyers over the past couple of years, entering the market has felt daunting. Rapidly rising home prices and higher mortgage rates made it challenging to make the math ...
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Understanding Massachusetts' New Home Inspection Law: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Understanding Massachusetts’ New Home Inspection Law: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Starting October 15, 2025, Massachusetts will implement significant changes to home inspection practices under the regulation 760 CMR 74.00. This law, part of the Affordable Homes Act, aims to protect ...
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Mortgage Rates Just Took Their Biggest Dip in a Year

Mortgage Rates Just Took Their Biggest Dip in a Year

If you’ve been waiting for mortgage rates to move, last week finally delivered some good news. On Friday, September 5th, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to its lowest ...
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Why More Home Sales Are Falling Through – and How Sellers Can Stay Ahead

Why More Home Sales Are Falling Through – and How Sellers Can Stay Ahead

The last thing any seller wants is to get all the way to the finish line, only for the deal to fall apart right before closing. Unfortunately, that’s happening more ...
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Why Condos Might Be the Perfect Fit for Today’s Buyers

Why Condos Might Be the Perfect Fit for Today’s Buyers

Not every homebuyer is looking for the largest house on the block. Many people want something simpler, more affordable, and easier to maintain, especially in a market where every dollar ...
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From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again

From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again

If you tried buying a home a couple of years ago, you probably remember the chaos all too well. Homes were hitting the market and disappearing almost instantly, sometimes in ...
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What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?

What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?

According to Fannie Mae, 90% of buyers don’t actually know what credit score lenders are looking for, or they overestimate the minimum needed. Let that sink in. That means most homebuyers think they need ...
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Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025

Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025

If you’ve been watching the market, you’ve likely noticed a few changes already this year. But what’s next? From home prices to mortgage rates, here’s what the latest expert forecasts ...
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Why Now Might Be the Perfect Time to Buy a New Construction Home

Why Now Might Be the Perfect Time to Buy a New Construction Home

If you’re searching for the right home, or hoping to get better pricing or financing options, it might be time to take a closer look at new construction. In today’s ...
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