• Tips for Negotiating the Best Deal on a New Construction Home,Emily Hochberg

    Tips for Negotiating the Best Deal on a New Construction Home

    Buying a new construction home comes with perks like modern layouts, new appliances, and the chance to personalize finishes, but it also comes with a different negotiation process than buying an existing home. While builders may be less likely to lower the purchase price, there are often opportuniti

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  • How Long Does It Take to Build A Home in Massachusetts?,Mark Kline

    How Long Does It Take to Build A Home in Massachusetts?

    For many aspiring homeowners in Massachusetts, building a custom home represents the ultimate way to own a property that perfectly aligns with their lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. However, the path from an initial concept to a completed structure can range from 12 to 18 months and can come wit

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  • Suffolk County, MA Housing Market Update: July 2026,Redfin Economics Team

    Suffolk County, MA Housing Market Update: July 2026

    Key Takeaways Suffolk County still favored sellers in July, but the advantage narrowed sharply: pending sales fell 13%, fewer than one in four homes went under contract within two weeks, and inventory hit its highest summer level since 2020. Home prices held at $825,080—up 3% year over year—matching

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