January 2026

The announcement that Trump has purchased approximately $200 million in mortgage-backed securities (MBS) is a notable development for financial markets, particularly housing and interest rates. While the dollar amount itself is relatively modest in the context of total bond markets, the signal it sends about policy direction is far more important than the size of the transaction. To understand the impact,...

Last December in Newton, the Village Center Overlay District (VCOD) was adopted by the City Council to comply with the new 2023 Massachusetts law, regarding densification in MBTA communities. What does that mean for you and your property and it’s valuation, whether it was included or not? Please reach out to discuss.  The new 2023 Massachusetts Law: On March 15, 2023, Massachusetts’ Attorney...

Real Estate Market Overview The real estate market has cooled slightly in 2025. Even so, Metro Boston continues to stand out as one of the most resilient and competitive markets in the country. Persistently low inventory and strong buyer demand keep competition fierce, with prices trending upward despite broader national softening. U.S. Macro Headwinds The year began with renewed tariffs under...

In 2025, I believe the Greater Boston real estate market, fueled by low inventory and pent-up buyer demand, will remain a very competitive market, especially for Suburban Single Family Homes. The Greater Boston real estate market is maintaining price appreciation despite challenges such as high mortgage rates and affordability limits for many buyers. This is largely due to a combination of low supply and...

The U.S. residential real estate market remains extremely slow, entering what many analysts describe as a “frozen” environment. Transaction activity is near historic lows — only about 2.8% of U.S. homes have sold in 2025 so far, according to The Economic Times. Elevated mortgage rates in the 6–7% range continue to weigh heavily on affordability and purchasing power, pushing many potential buyers to...