Buying in Boston & Greater Boston

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Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States

Affordability First-Time Buyers For Buyers March 19, 2026

For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too. At some point you probably did the math, looked at the monthly payment, and decided to pause your search and wait for things to get better. But here’s something ...

One Key Sign We’re Not Headed for a Wave of Foreclosures

For Buyers For Sellers Foreclosures March 12, 2026

Foreclosures are ticking up. And that may make your mind jump straight to thoughts of 2008 – specifically to what happened to the market during the housing crash. So, let’s do exactly what your brain already wants to do, and see if there’s any connection there. The simple truth is foreclosure ...

Should You Wait for Lower Rates?

Affordability First-Time Buyers For Buyers Mortgage Rates March 9, 2026

Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range. If you saw that and thought, “Great. I missed it,” you’re not the only one. A lot of buyers are treating the 5s like ...

Renting vs. Buying: The Numbers Might Surprise You

Affordability First-Time Buyers For Buyers Rent vs. Buy February 25, 2026

Renting can feel like the easier choice right now. There’s no big down payment. No dealing with surprise repairs. And no long-term commitment. But then your rent goes up again. And again. And suddenly the thing that seemed flexible starts looking… expensive, especially considering you’re not building any equity. And once ...

Move-Up Buyers Are Choosing New Construction

For Buyers For Sellers Move-Up New Construction February 16, 2026

At some point, a house that once felt perfect just… doesn’t anymore. Maybe you need more space. Maybe working from home turned your dining room into a permanent office. Maybe the layout just doesn’t match how you live now. If your current house is starting to feel like it’s holding you back instead of ...

Inventory Is Making a Comeback in 2026

For Buyers Forecasts Inventory February 11, 2026

After a long stretch where buyers were competing for too few homes, inventory has made a comeback over the past year. And depending on where you live, that’s opening up your options in a meaningful way. According to Realtor.com, the number of homes available for sale in January was the highest ...

Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring

Buying Tips For Buyers Home Prices Mortgage Rates February 5, 2026

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you may be focused on the spring market. And hoping that when spring does hit, you’ll see: Mortgage rates drop a little more. More homes hit the market. But here’s what most buyers don’t realize. Buying just a few weeks earlier could mean paying ...

It’s Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home

Affordability First-Time Buyers For Buyers February 4, 2026

There’s finally a little good news for anyone who’s been priced out or sitting on the sidelines. Buying a home is getting more affordable. Monthly payments have started to come down, and the squeeze buyers have been feeling for the past few years is slowly loosening. Now, that doesn’t mean everyone can ...

Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What Buyers Should Plan For

Buying Tips First-Time Buyers For Buyers February 2, 2026

Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. And homeowner’s insurance is what protects that investment. Think of it as your safety net. NerdWallet explains it: Covers Repairs and Rebuilding Costs: If your home is damaged by fire, storms, or other covered events, it helps pay for ...

Top 2026 Housing Markets for Buyers and Sellers

First-Time Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Forecasts January 28, 2026

Who doesn’t love a top 10 list? Well, here are two top 10 lists for the housing market this year. But before you take a look, there’s something you should know. If a move is on your radar for 2026, here’s the most important thing you need to understand upfront: there ...

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