Best & Worst Commuter Cities
Best & Worst Commuter Cities Pandemic aside, what are the best and worst cities for that morning commute? The Daily Infographic says it can be either a complete cakewalk or an incredibly tedious task. Indeed…Today’s infographic takes a look at the best and worst commuter cities in America. They point out that the worst cities […]
Jobs in Construction Rise By 84k in October
Jobs in Construction Rise By 84k in October According to recent data from the Associated General Contractors of America, construction employment increased by 84k jobs in October, with jobs added in both nonresidential and residential categories. However, employment related to infrastructure experienced a decline. The AGC cautioned that the pandemic is causing a growing number […]
Long-term mortgage rates are up in the US (Nov. 12)
Long-term mortgage rates are up in the US (Nov. 12) Mortgage rates were bolstered by the news that a COVID-19 vaccine may be 90 percent effective, based on early results. | realestate.boston.com The post Long-term mortgage rates are up in the US (Nov. 12) appeared first on Boston.com Real Estate.
NMHC Says 80.4% of Apartment Households Paid Rent by November 6th
NMHC Says 80.4% of Apartment Households Paid Rent by November 6th The National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) says that 80.4% of apartment households made a full or partial rent payment by November 6th, 2020. This figure is 1.1% lower than those who paid rent through November 6, 2019 and compares to 79.4% that paid by […]
Report: More Greater Boston homes are going for above the asking price
Report: More Greater Boston homes are going for above the asking price In metro Boston, 40.1 percent of the homes that sold in September went for above the asking price. | realestate.boston.com The post Report: More Greater Boston homes are going for above the asking price appeared first on Boston.com Real Estate.
Record Number of Redfin Users Looked to Move to a Different Metro in Q3
Record Number of Redfin Users Looked to Move to a Different Metro in Q3 According to new research from Redfin.com, 29% of their users looked to move to a different metro area in Q3, 2020. Santa Barbara (CA) tops the list followed by followed by Louisville (KY), Buffalo (NY) and several other affordable metros in […]
Captivated by bold tile? Here’s what to consider before using it.
Captivated by bold tile? Here’s what to consider before using it. Although such floors might seem like an appealing choice, they are a commitment in terms of cost and labor, not to mention household disturbance. The post Captivated by bold tile? Here’s what to consider before using it. appeared first on Boston.com Real Estate.
6% of all U.S. Properties with Mortgage Seriously Underwater
6% of all U.S. Properties with Mortgage Seriously Underwater According to the latest U.S. Home Equity and Underwater Report from ATTOM Data Solutions, 6.7 million residential U.S. properties are considered equity-rich, meaning that the combined estimated amount of loans secured by those properties was 50 percent or less of their estimated market value. However, ATTOM […]
How to remove black stains from your fiberglass tub
How to remove black stains from your fiberglass tub A fiberglass tub’s finish is prone to scratching, cracking, and staining. And, as you’ve discovered, stains aren’t easy to remove. | realestate.boston.com The post How to remove black stains from your fiberglass tub appeared first on Boston.com Real Estate.
ABODO Says Rents are Still Stagnant Going into November
ABODO Says Rents are Still Stagnant Going into November National apartment listing site ABODO recently reported that the median nationwide rent price for one-bedroom units in November was $ 1,113 with two-bedroom units coming in at $ 1357. However, despite the slight increases ABODO says these are both insignificant moves and this trend verifies their […]