Carlisle Massachusetts

05/08/2023

Over the 10-year period between 2012 and 2022, the value of a median-priced home in the U.S. increased by $190,000, or a gain of $19,000 per year on average, according to a new study by the National Association of REALTORS®.

The wealth boost provided by owning a home varies widely by race and income level.

05/06/2023

A majority (63%) of agents and brokers said promoting energy efficiency in listings is valuable, according to NAR's 2023 REALTORS® and Sustainability Report – Residential.

Buyers often seek homes that either lessen their environmental footprint or reduce their monthly energy costs.

05/05/2023

Borrowing costs are lower even after the Fed’s hike this week—but inventory issues still loom large.

05/02/2023

Despite the weekly volatility in borrowing costs lately, the overall trend is down, NAR says.

05/01/2023

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, April 20, 2023. “After declining for 5 consecutive weeks, mortgage rates rose this week…to 6.39% from 6.27%.” http://spr.ly/6183OnSbb

04/17/2023

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03/31/2023

Baby boomers now make up 39% of home buyers – the most of any generation – an increase from 29% last year, according to NAR's 2023 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report.

Most baby boomers are repeat buyers who have housing equity to propel them into their dream home and who are making housing trades later in life.

03/31/2023

Baby boomers now make up 39% of home buyers – the most of any generation – an increase from 29% last year, according to NAR's 2023 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report.

03/30/2023

Nearly half of seller’s agents (48%) reported that staging a home decreased its time on market, according to a new report by NAR.

As days on market has lengthened for home sellers, it is not a surprise to see the return of home staging as a tool to attract potential buyers.

03/29/2023

Pending home sales rose for the third consecutive month, up 0.8% from January.

In February 2023, pending home sales were up 0.8% month-over-month, showing growth for the third consecutive month. Three U.S. regions posted monthly gains, while the West declined. All four regions recorded year-over-year declines in transactions.