Sellers dismiss loans that aid veterans and 1st-time home buyers
It may not be surprising that home sellers prefer a cash offer, but the bias against some mortgages is startling. Read more on realestate.boston.com.
The Grass Does Not Have to Be Greener: 7 Low-Maintenance Landscaping Ideas
A lush green lawn full of vibrant plants and flowers can simultaneously be a source of delight and your worst nightmare. The constant mowing. Watering without getting dirty looks from your drought-conscious neighbors. Weeds—so many weeds. And why do things keep dying?...
The Surprising Ways Foreclosures Make Housing-Market Downturns Even Worse
The massive wave of foreclosures that wreaked havoc on communities across the country is among the most significant hallmarks of the previous recession. But new research is shedding light on how much worse foreclosures made the last downturn in the nation’s housing...
Will They Dig It? How to Keep Your Oh-So-Perfect Landscaping From Scaring Off Buyers
For many buyers, a beautifully landscaped yard with show-stopping curb appeal can seal the deal. After all, who doesn’t want cascading blooms, immaculately trimmed shrubbery, and a carpet of emerald sod with their new home? Surprise: As it turns out, there are indeed...
How to Find an Apartment With a Real Estate Agent’s Help
If you’re wondering how to rent an apartment, whether for yourself or with a roommate, you might want to call your local real estate agent ASAP. Real estate agents make it their job to know the ins and outs of the housing markets they work in. If you’re selling your...
Flat-Rate Movers vs. Hourly Movers: Which One Saves More Money?
Are you thinking of moving? As the customer, it makes sense for you to review each company and the prices. Flat-rate movers may sound like the best deal. You pay one moving rate, no matter what. But when hiring a moving company, you want to save money, right?...
Mortgage rates in the US slip to the lowest since October 2016
Mortgage rates tracked the slide in 10-year Treasury yields as investors seek a haven amid growing fears that a recession is near. Get the latest market news at realestate.boston.com.
Report: Home bidding wars have started to fizzle in Boston
Recession fears in the US are killing home buyers’ fighting spirit. An analysis looks at the bidding war rate in the US and Boston.
Consumer confidence remains strong amid economic unease
The latest measures of confidence among American consumers show that while this central component of the U.S. economy is not immune to the uncertainty that has pervaded Wall Street in recent weeks, it has yet to suffer any real setback as of late. The Conference...
Builders finish summer strong but face uncertainty ahead
New-home sales declined more than expected in July, fanning the flames yet again around concerns that the U.S. housing market is in a slump. But the latest report from the Census Bureau on new construction sales not only contained some bright spots of its own, but...
A Homeowner’s Guide to HOAs: Homeowners Associations, Explained
Table of contents: What is a homeowners association? How much are HOA fees? What is an assessment? HOA rules: What to expect What are CC&Rs? Common restrictive covenants When to review your CC&Rs Can you change restrictive covenants? What happens if you...
Finding Home Loans With Bad Credit (Yes, You Can)
Finding home loans with bad credit isn’t for the faint of heart—or at least not something you should do without some serious homework. But there’s good news if you’re wondering how to buy a house with bad credit: It can be done! A good credit score typically means...
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