Boston North Shore Housing – Millennials Are Buying

Until recently the Boston North Shore housing market has been missing the segment of the population known as “millennials.” That generation has been described as having poor spending and saving habits. Many have finished college and are facing repayment of student loans. On top of that, rents have skyrocketed in recent years – increasing at a faster rate […]

Boston North Shore Mortgage Issues: TRID to Blame

As predicted by some in the Boston North Shore mortgage industry, sales of existing homes fell sharply in November. Insiders say the new consumer disclosure rule was to blame. The rule resulted in delays in many mortgage loan closings. Boston North Shore Mortgage Fears Realized The sale of existing homes dropped 10.5% during November from the previous month, according […]

New Boston North Shore Home Sales Rise in November

New single-family Boston North Shore home sales were up in November. The increase was lower than anticipated, signaling a slight momentum change in the housing market. Recent Commerce Department statistics show new home sales increased 4.3% during November. This equates to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 490,000 new homes sold. The number of homes sold […]

Boston North Shore Taxes: Avoiding Retirement Surprises

Boston North SHore taxes can throw some retirees a curveball if they’re not knowledgeable or prepared. Like most Americans, you’ve worked hard all your life and saved or invested for years to be able to enjoy retirement. What you don’t know about taxes could make retirement a little less enjoyable. Boston North Shore Taxes – What to […]