Under Pelton, The Boston Foundation Pushed Housing Fixes
In his five years at the helm of The Boston Foundation, retiring CEO Lee Pelton played a key role in pushing Massachusetts to tackle housing affordability.
The Gossip Report: May 22, 2026
Two Nantucket homes, alike in size and sale price, take the second and third spots in this week’s roundup of Massachusetts’ most expensive residential sales.
Smallest Gap Between Boston Homebuyers, Sellers on Record
With summer and an end to the spring market on the horizon, home sellers and buyers appear to be evenly matched in Greater Boston.
Spring Home-Sales Slowdown Continued in April
After a slow March, Massachusetts home sales continued to have a slow start to the year, new data shows.
New Massachusetts Homes Provide Greatest Savings
Massachusetts homebuyers who purchase newly constructed homes will see the greatest savings compared to the rest of the country, new data shows.
How to Fix a Stale Listing
It can be costly to let a listing linger longer than 60 days. But delisting and price cuts both leave money on the table. Before you do that, try these tips for reviving your listing.
The Gossip Report: May 15, 2026
The second home in this week’s roundup of Massachusetts’ most expensive home sales has one feature thoroughly in tune with its location: a separate garage for your golf cart.
WATCH: Boston Brings ADU to City Hall to Build Support – for ADUs
Boston wasn’t covered by the statewide legalization of ADUs last year. But city officials are trying, albeit slowly, to catch up.
Gibson Sotheby’s Buys First NH Brokerage
Gibson Sotheby’s said its purchase of the five-agent Portsmouth brokerage is “a long-term investment” in the New Hampshire market.
Massachusetts Homes Remain Equity-Rich, Data Says
While the number of homes that are “equity-rich” are declining across the country, Massachusetts homeowners have some of the most equity in their homes nationwide, new data says.
Deed Theft a Rising Problem
Deed theft has become a big business for crooks: They slap their names on unsuspecting homeowners’ titles, then proceed to milk the properties dry.
How to Handle Sellers Who Want Too Much for Their Home
Overpricing a listing is the kiss of death these days. How prepared are you to meet these common seller mistakes that will leave their home languishing unsold?
Will More Affordable Market Turn Renters into First-Time Buyers?
Buying a home in Massachusetts right now is the most affordable it’s been in a while. But what sounds like a miracle hides grim news: Homebuying is still out of reach for most renters.
Insurance, HOA Fees on the Rise
For too many homebuyers, these charges can come back to put a severe crimp in their budgets. And it looks like it’s getting worse.
Mass. Announces ADU Design Contest Winners
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced that ICON Architecture has won the state’s contest to create free accessory dwelling unit designs on Friday.
The Gossip Report: May 1, 2026
The fourth home in this week’s roundup of the most expensive home sales in Massachusetts is the brainchild of local architecture firm AW-ARCH.
Healey Homebuying Assistance Expansion Opens to Public
First-time Massachusetts homebuyers can now access $25,000 more in state assistance thanks to new state dollars flowing into a popular aid program.
Why Are Mass. Homes Sitting on the Market So Long?
It’s the first spring market where a buyer can’t waive their right to a home in section, and everyone’s trying to figure out how to navigate that. Lamacchia Realty agent James Major is ready with advice.
Geothermal Is Coming to the New-Home Market
Geothermal heating and cooling may soon be coming to a new home-building site near you as a leading alternative energy company expands.
Single-Family Home Sales Activity Continued to Lag in March
According to the latest data, Massachusetts home-sales activity is continuing to lag three months into the new year.
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