The pandemic has caused a run on seeds. Here’s how to save your own.
The pandemic has caused a run on seeds. Here’s how to save your own. Since the pandemic has led to a surge in interest in gardening, some seed companies are having trouble keeping up with demand. The post The pandemic has caused a run on seeds. Here’s how to save your own. appeared first on […]
A designer created four looks for the same home office
A designer created four looks for the same home office For the world traveler, the avante garde artist, the California dreamer, and the trophy winner. The post A designer created four looks for the same home office appeared first on Boston.com Real Estate.
Apartment List’s Renter Migration Report for Q2
Apartment List’s Renter Migration Report for Q2 We often post about where people are moving around the country – it’s good data. The folks over at Apartment List recently released their Renter Migration Report for the 2nd quarter. To come up with their numbers, they analyzed searches form their website to see where users were […]
Hurting, contractors are implementing coronavirus measures to protect their clients and themselves
Hurting, contractors are implementing coronavirus measures to protect their clients and themselves The precautionary steps contractors and subcontractors are taking are a necessary part of salvaging whatever business remains. The post Hurting, contractors are implementing coronavirus measures to protect their clients and themselves appeared first on Boston.com Real Estate.
Airbnb’s Announces Enhanced Cleaning Initiative
Airbnb’s Announces Enhanced Cleaning Initiative Short-term rental site Airbnb recently announced that they are developing a new Cleaning Protocol for hosts. Their Enhanced Cleaning Initiative uses guidance from former US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy and leading experts in hospitality & medical hygiene. The new protocol launches in May and will include specific information on […]
US long-term mortgage rates are a mixed bag this week
US long-term mortgage rates are a mixed bag this week Consumer confidence in housing was pushed in April to its lowest level since November 2011, as the economy and housing market reeled from the shutdown. | realestate.boston.com The post US long-term mortgage rates are a mixed bag this week appeared first on Boston.com Real Estate.
FHFA Index Says Pre-Crisis U.S Home Prices Up 5.7% Year-Over-Year
FHFA Index Says Pre-Crisis U.S Home Prices Up 5.7% Year-Over-Year According to the latest Federal Housing Finance Agency’s (FHFA) House Price Index (HPI), U.S. house prices were up 0.7% in February, 2020. In addition, they report that home prices were up 5.7% from one year ago. The FHFA produces the nation’s only public, freely available […]
Do You Read the Terms of Service?
Do You Read the Terms of Service? Like most Americans you probably use many apps/programs on your phone and computer. Normally, when installing those apps or programs, a little box comes up with an incredible amount of fine print and an “agree” or “disagree” button. Yes, these are the so-called terms of service that accompany […]
Emergency Regulations, Required Notices, and Forms Issued For COVID-19 Eviction Moratorium Compliance
Emergency Regulations, Required Notices, and Forms Issued For COVID-19 Eviction Moratorium Compliance New Mandatory Forms and Regulations Released in Wake of Eviction Moratorium Act On April 20, 2020, Gov. Baker signed into law An Act Providing for a Moratorium on Evictions and Foreclosures During the COVID-19 Emergency (the “Act”), which puts in place a moratorium on “non-essential […]
RentCafé Sees Higher Renter Optimism in April
RentCafĂ© Sees Higher Renter Optimism in April We are two months into the Coronavirus pandemic and Apartment site RentCafĂ© is now reporting that renters are back to searching for apartments. In fact, they say the numbers have returned to pre-pandemic levels. They report that from the end of March into April, searches have been growing […]