For a limited time, eligible first-time homebuyers in Massachusetts may qualify for up to $25,000 in MassHousing down payment assistance at 0 percent interest.
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May 6, 2026 1:44:45 PM
For a limited time, eligible first-time homebuyers in Massachusetts may qualify for up to $25,000 in MassHousing down payment assistance at 0 percent interest.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Mortgages 101, Real Estate Misc., Mortgage Rates & News, first-time hombuyer
May 4, 2026 5:42:36 PM
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health recently released an updated Property Transfer Lead Paint Notification form, effective April 10, 2026. For homebuyers in the Commonwealth, this 11-page document is a vital component of the real estate transaction, detailing legal rights, health risks, and strict compliance schedules.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Real Estate Misc.
Mar 29, 2026 10:12:27 AM
Massachusetts homeowners now have a statewide Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) financing option through MassHousing, offering income-eligible borrowers a fixed-rate second mortgage to help finance ADU construction.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Loan Programs, Real Estate Misc., Homeowner Tips
Mar 20, 2026 3:50:23 PM
Greater Boston home prices looked strong in 2025, but regional numbers tell only part of the story.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Community Information, Massachusetts Home Prices, The Warren Group, Haverhill MA, Wilmington MA, Melrose MA, Burlington MA, Lynn MA, Medford MA, Malden MA, Middleton MA, Winthrop MA
Mar 17, 2026 9:51:41 PM
A City of Boston Inclusionary Development Unit is what many home buyers still call an income-restricted home created through Boston’s old Inclusionary Development Policy, or IDP. Today, Boston’s newer term is Inclusionary Zoning.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Condominium, Boston, first-time hombuyer
Jan 20, 2026 11:40:44 AM
Mortgage rates fell last week to their lowest level in more than three years after President Donald J. Trump said he had ordered his “representatives” to buy $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities, an unusual intervention aimed at reducing borrowing costs for homebuyers.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Mortgages 101, Mortgage Rates & News, Freddie Mac
Dec 11, 2025 2:23:01 PM
While the immediate allure of lower monthly payments is undeniable, a 50-year mortgage may prove to be a financial trap that costs borrowers an additional half-million dollars in interest while stalling equity growth for decades.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Mortgages 101
Jul 24, 2025 8:26:39 AM
The pros and cons of using a builder's preferred lender for new construction can have a significant impact on your costs, timeline, and financing options.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Mortgages 101, Real Estate Misc., New Construction
Jun 16, 2025 2:19:10 PM
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) released its final home inspection regulations on June 6, 2025, delaying implementation until October 15, 2025.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Real Estate Misc., Real Estate Law, Homeowner Tips
Jun 5, 2025 4:13:17 PM
Touring homes for sale can be both exciting and overwhelming for first-time homebuyers in Massachusetts.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Real Estate Misc.
Jun 1, 2025 9:04:45 PM
For Massachusetts first-time home buyers, the process of choosing a mortgage can feel complex and overwhelming.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Mortgages 101
May 23, 2025 6:43:04 PM
Buying a home for the first time is often straightforward: hire a buyer agent, get pre-approved for a mortgage, find a home, get your offer accepted, and close. There are some steps in between, but you get the point.
Topics: Home-buying Tips, Real Estate Misc., Homeowner Tips
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