Blog: Homeowners
November 5, 2026
Cleary Square Zoning: Where Hyde Park's New Lines Fall
The Cleary Square rezoning map went through three versions this year, and it goes before the Zoning Commission Nov. 18. See which blocks gained height, which…
August 27, 2026
Jamaica Plain Real Estate Prices by Location: What Changes?
Jamaica Plain real estate prices by location and property type: why JP medians differ, how transit access fits in, and how JP compares with Roslindale, using…
August 13, 2026
Roslindale Zoning Changes in 2026 for Renovation and ADUs
Roslindale zoning changes for ADU and renovation plans in 2026? See what Boston's draft could mean for permits, timelines, and property potential.
July 27, 2026
Should You Sell Your Boston Home to a Cash Buyer?
Cash buyers and "we buy houses" companies trade price for speed. Here's how Boston sellers can check the real math before skipping a traditional listing.
July 26, 2026
Roxbury, Boston MA: What to Know Before You Buy or Sell
Roxbury Boston MA had a median sale price of $700,500 over the past year, with new housing coming to Nubian Square. Here's what buyers and sellers should know.
July 24, 2026
Probate Triple Decker Boston: The Complete Heir's Guide
Selling a probate triple decker in Boston starts with authority to sell. Learn the process, tenant rules, taxes, and how to value a multi-unit estate.
July 23, 2026
FSBO Jamaica Plain Stale Listing? Here's Why (and Fixes)
A stale FSBO Jamaica Plain listing usually means overpricing or weak exposure. Get the diagnosis and a data-backed fix for 2026.
July 22, 2026
Selling a Tenant Occupied Triple Decker in Roxbury
Selling a tenant occupied triple decker in Roxbury means honoring leases, disclosing tenancy, and pricing for investor buyers. Here's the full process.
July 19, 2026
What Will Fail a Home Insurance Inspection in Massachusetts
What can cause problems in a home insurance inspection? Roof condition, older wiring, oil tanks, and water damage are common questions for Massachusetts homes,…
July 18, 2026
Boston Residential Tax Exemption: How to Save on Property Taxes
The Boston residential tax exemption saves qualifying owner-occupants up to $4,353.74 in FY2026. Here's who qualifies and how to apply before April 1.
July 17, 2026
Home Appraisal vs Home Inspection: A Boston Buyer's Guide
Home appraisal vs home inspection: what each costs, who orders it, and what happens if one fails in Boston's 2026 market. Read the full comparison.
July 16, 2026
Boston's Proposed Transfer Fee: Does It Affect Your Sale?
Boston's proposed transfer fee of up to 2% would only apply to the part of a sale price above $2 million and isn't law. Here's who it could affect in Jamaica…