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In 2020, median renovation spending was $15,000. That amount increased by 60% in three years, with the median home renovation costing $24,000 in 2023. The post Renovation spending has jumped 60...

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Prospective sellers should prepare to jump on the market — the week of April 14 through 20 will be the best time to sell this year. The post The best week to sell this year: April 14 – 20 ...

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Sales rose 9.5% from January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.38 million. The post NAR: Existing-home sales post biggest gain in a year  appeared first on Boston Agent Magazine .

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There’s a reason many homeowners opt for neutral shades when trying to sell their house — certain flashy colors may be off-putting to buyers. The post Don’t paint your house these colors ...

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Many buyers entered the housing market for the first time in 2023. But who were these first-timers, and what did their homebuying experience look like? The post Opendoor: A portrait of first-ti...

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Homebuyers often prioritize certain must-haves when looking for a home, and for those with or planning families, a reputable school district usually tops the list. The post Massachusetts home t...

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Location, location, location … at least that’s how the old real estate adage goes, right? The post Today’s buyers prioritize price over location appeared first on Boston Agent Magazine .

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The median existing-home price for all housing types was $379,100, up 5.1% from $360,800 a year before.        The post NAR: Existing-home sales rise 3.1% in January  appeared first on ...

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Home might really be where the heart is. According to a new Zillow survey, 42% of recent homebuyers reported finding love after buying their new home. The post Can buying a home lead to love? A...

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Single-family home sales prices increased in 189 out of 221 metro areas analyzed, with the median single-family price in the country rising 3.5% year over year to $391,700. The post NAR: Home p...

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