The Gossip Report: Feb. 27, 2026
The fifth home in this week’s roundup of the most expensive home sales in Massachusetts has plenty of potential, as an optimist might put it.
Boston Home-Searchers’ Buying Power Jumped by $46K in January
Homebuyers in New England saw their buying power increase last month, partially due to the improving interest rate environment.
Landlords Need Extra Insurance
If you’re an owner-occupier landlord, remember: a traditional homeowner’s insurance policy won’t cut it, alone.
2026: All About Educating the Buyer
As real estate agents get ready for the spring housing market, there’s a lot they need to learn to be ready for their buyers, says Judy Nevarez, the new president of the Realtor Association of the Pioneer Valley.
The Gossip Report: Feb. 20, 2026
The fifth home in this week’s roundup of the most expensive home sales in Massachusetts is a veritable Venetian palazzo.
Pioneer Report Calls for Legislation to Unlock More ADUs
A new report from Pioneer Institute argues the state Legislature needs to pass further reforms this year to aid accessory dwelling unit production.
January Sees Sales Slowdown
The winter is always a slow season in New England, but both the condo and single-family housing markets in Massachusetts saw noticeable drops in sales
Remodelers Target Growth from Massachusetts’ Aging Housing Stock
Pennsylvania home remodeling company West Shore Home is targeting the Greater Boston region’s aging housing stock for its latest expansion opportunity.
Expanding Virtual Views of Spaces and Places
Boston PR executive Lisa Nickerson is starting a new chapter, as CEO of real estate tech company Infinityy. The firm promises big enhancements to property listings and AI analysis of what’s driving buyer interest in homes.
Delisted Homes Are Coming Back, with a New Mindset
There’s been a jump in the number of houses hitting the market in recent weeks. A number are homes that had been listed without selling because they were overpriced.
The Gossip Report: Feb. 13, 2026
The fifth home in this week’s roundup of Massachusetts’ most expensive home sales hadn’t been on the market since 2006.
New Listings Decline in January Across Mass.
A contraction in the number of homes on the market that stared in December seems to have continued into January, and that could mean a less optimistic spring market if it continues.
State Senate Seeks Harsher Penalties for Rental Discrimination
A Massachusetts Senate bill is looking to increase enforcement of the state’s housing discrimination legislation, with support from the state’s two biggest Realtor trade groups.
How to Spot Moving Troubles
America used to be a nation of nomads. What hasn’t changed, however, is that people who do choose to move still need help with the heavy stuff.
The Gossip Report: Feb. 6, 2026
The third home in this week’s roundup of Massachusetts’ most expensive home sales has a direct link to one of the state’s most consequential governors.
Healey Says 1.2K ADUs Permitted in Law’s First Year
Massachusetts towns and cities received applications for 1,639 ADUs in total, split 53-47 in favor of “attached” ADUs carved out of existing buildings.
Serhant Nabs Carucci, Khoury for Boston Launch
One of the Boston area’s biggest names in luxury real estate has signed with Serhant, the brokerage featured in Netflix’s “Owning Manhattan” show, as it expands into Boston.
Boston Luxury Home Market Ends Year Sluggish
Greater Boston saw a drop in pending high-end home sales, homes sold and new listings as 2025 came to a close.
Nearly Half of Boston Homes Sold For Below Original Price in 2025
A new report says half of Boston-area homes sold below the original listing price in 2025, suggesting buyers could get a noticeable discount this spring.
Will Mass. Condo Market Start to Heal in 2026?
The Massachusetts condo market saw a big jump in buyer activity in 2025, and 2026 could see continued opportunities for buyers, real estate agents say.
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