Why Does Mass. Still Buy Homes?
A third of Massachusetts homeowners skipped a bill to pay their mortgage in the last 12 months. And for many, affording a home purchase is harder than ever. So why do so many people here still want one?
Pennrose’s Playbook Blends Preservation and Housing Production
Karmen Cheung is leading affordable housing developer Penrose’s efforts to raise its profile Greater Boston, with at least four mid-sized and one large projects in its pipeline.
NH’s Luxury Housing Market Is Back
The luxury home market is making a small comeback in New Hampshire after a year-long lull in sales.
Hot Property: 75 Dudley St.
Madison Park Development Corp.’s 75 Dudley St. project will create 15 affordable home ownership units on a former city-owned parcel in Nubian Square.
Price Gap Between New, Existing Homes Narrows
The price gap between new and existing houses has been falling in recent years, but buyers are still likely to pay 15 percent more for new construction.
The Fixed-Rate Mortgage Myth Agents Need to Stop Spreading
Soaring insurance rates and property tax increases due to appreciating prices not only stretch a borrower’s budget, but could even lead to foreclosure for more people than you’d think.
Bluestone Bank Joins Mutual Bancorp Holding Company
Bluestone Bank has officially joined Mutual Bancorp, the now-$8.4 billion mutual holding company for Cape Cod 5 and Fidelity Bank.
St. Mary’s CU, MetroWest FCU Complete Merger
St.Mary’s Credit Union and MetroWest Community Federal Credit Union have officially combined to create a $1.15 billion credit union.
Faced with Crippling Housing Crisis, Beacon Hill Nibbles at the Edges
Despite promises of a “bold” housing bill this year, with less than a month left to go, state legislators look like they’re going for singles and doubles, not home runs when it comes to the housing crisis.
The Gossip Report: July 2, 2026
The first two homes in this week’s roundup of Massachusetts’ most expensive home sales show how much difference a half-mile can make, even in one of the state’s most expensive neighborhoods.
Amazon Robotics Approved for Wilmington Development
The Greater Boston robotics industry cluster is set to expand with approval of an Amazon Robotics R&D center in Wilmington.
Fort Point Landmark Set to Begin Next Chapter
The 8-story brick block at 263 Summer St. long has provided a “Welcome to Fort Point” moment with its rooftop neon sign. Now, it’s going to mark the location of 77 new apartments.
Boston Luxury Market Pricing Outperforming Non-Luxury Homes
Luxury homes are seeing prices increase at a greater rate than non-luxury homes across the country, according to a new report from Redfin. The Boston luxury market is showing similar trends.
222K SF Development Gets $37M Construction Loan
A $37 million construction loan from Principal Asset Management enabled developers to move forward with a new two-building industrial park in Billerica.
Cape Cod Inn Sues Copper Mill Over Debt
Boston-based developer Copper Mill allegedly defaulted on a loan used to buy a Chatham inn and sold the property to avoid paying back its debt, a lawsuit claims.
Needham Bank Expansion into New Hampshire Continues
Needham Bank has opened a new location in New Hampshire as it, like several of its peer Massachusetts institutions, looks for growth to the north.
Berkeley Garbe Begins First Project in Billerica
The joint venture between Boston-based Berkeley Investments and German real estate investor Garbe is beginning its expansion partnership with a speculative project in Billerica.
Arrowpoint Properties Adds Lawrence Complex in $30M Trade
Arrowpoint Properties expanded its portfolio in the city with Greater Boston’s fastest growing apartment rents, acquiring a 17-year-old rental complex in Lawrence.
Boston Homeowners Still Seeking Move Elsewhere
A net 11,743 Massachusetts residents were looking to leave the state in the first quarter of 2026, according to an estimate based on home-search traffic on listings portal Redfin.
Two Resi Towers Proposed Under Boston Skyline Zoning
The first development proposals under Boston’s new Skyline zoning include a pair of apartment towers totaling 918 units in Downtown Crossing.
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