Moving to Boston – Get to Know South Boston
In this episode, we discuss South Boston. We do a deep dive into the different neighborhoods of Southie and look at their differences. This includes a drive of the different neighborhoods within Southie. About this video: You are interested in moving to Boston, but there are so many neighborhoods… You start the search by learning […]
No Bubble to Burst: The Inflation-Driven Rise in Home Prices
The distinction between home value appreciation and inflation-induced price increases. What is the inflation impact? Economic insights explaining why we might not be heading towards a dramatic fall in home prices. How current inflation rates are uniquely impacting the housing market. What are the inflation effects on the economy. This video is a must-watch for […]
Scheming Real Estate Agents – Want More Commission
Professor Details Ways Contracts Allow Buyer Agents to Collect More Compensation In a new report, University of Buffalo contracts law professor Tanya Monestier details ways in which contracts allow buyer agents to collect more compensation than agreed-to with the buyer. New Transaction Forms Created Post NAR Settlement Incomprehensible to Average Homebuyers New transaction forms created […]
NAR’s revised guidelines are revolutionizing the home buying experience.
New Rules from NAR Impact Home Buying Process Recent posts have highlighted the impact of a lawsuit on realtor commissions. On a Real Estate News for Investors episode, Kathy Fettke discusses the changing landscape of home buying. Gone are the days of casual home tours with newly met real estate agents. The National Association of […]
Clean technology startup Active Surfaces relocates from Somerville to Woburn.
Active Surfaces Expands to Woburn Innovation Cluster WOBURN, MA – Climate tech startup Active Surfaces has expanded from Somerville to Cummings Properties’ Woburn innovation cluster. The solar technology startup recently moved from Greentown Labs’ cleantech incubator to a 4,800-square-foot facility at 34 Commerce Way, Woburn. Co-founded in 2022, Active Surfaces is the brainchild of Massachusetts […]
Real estate remains a top choice for long-term investments.
Americans Choose Real Estate as Best Investment for the 12th Year in a Row As we mentioned last month, Keeping Current Matters has once again highlighted the fact that for the 12th consecutive year, more Americans prefer real estate as a long-term investment over other options. This trend underscores the enduring appeal and reliability of […]
Boston Real Estate Market is About To Explode!
REI Sense National REIA’s Monthly Government Affairs Update…
The Commerce Clause Loophole Not to belabor an old government class point on the Constitution, but the original intent of the Commerce Clause was to assist the federal government in smoothing over state-to-state conflicts, fostering interstate business transactions. James Madison, in Federalist Paper #42, advocated for a broad interpretation of the Commerce Clause, favoring a […]
Detecting and preventing seller impersonation fraud
American Land Title Association Reports Increase in Seller Impersonation Fraud Attempts The American Land Title Association reveals that seller impersonation fraud attempts are on the rise, with 28% of title companies encountering at least one such incident in 2023, according to their recent study. According to the study, seller impersonation fraud is often detected before […]
Class of 2024 graduates from the Real Estate Entrepreneurship Youth Program, proudly sponsored by the Fallon Company.
The Fallon Company and Street2Ivy Congratulate Graduates of Real Estate Entrepreneurship Youth Program Graduates of the 2024 Real Estate Entrepreneurship Youth Program pose with coaches and executives from The Fallon Company and Street2Ivy after receiving their certificates of completion. Boston– The Fallon Company CEO Michael Fallon and Managing Director Danny Guadagnoli, alongside Street2Ivy founder Tavares […]