Tag Archives: Boston

Rent growth slows amid coronavirus pandemic

By Jim Dalrymple II | April 6, 2020 - 7:49 pm |April 6, 2020 Uncategorized

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Rents still increased in March, but the growth slowed at a time when rents would normally be rising more quickly. Continue reading →

Inman’s state-by-state guide to evictions, rent and foreclosures

By Jim Dalrymple II | April 1, 2020 - 2:49 pm |April 21, 2020 Uncategorized

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Rent and mortgage payments are due. Different states have different strategies for people who can’t pay during the pandemic. We’re updating this post as the situation evolves. Continue reading →

People are fleeing cities amid coronavirus. Where are they going?

By Lillian Dickerson | March 25, 2020 - 8:12 pm |March 25, 2020 Uncategorized

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Data retrieved Airbnb analysis website AirDNA shows that short-term renters are emptying out of cities and heading to more rural areas as coronavirus cases become more widespread. Continue reading →

Commuters lose an average of $1,377 per year stuck in traffic

By Lillian Dickerson | March 9, 2020 - 7:49 pm |March 9, 2020 Uncategorized

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The average American commuter spends 99 hours a year sitting in traffic, costing them about $1,377. Continue reading →

Posh homes in Boston may be rotting to the ground

By Lillian Dickerson | March 9, 2020 - 1:27 pm |March 9, 2020 Uncategorized

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In some of the historic city’s most picturesque neighborhoods simmering problems have been exacerbated by depleting groundwater levels. Continue reading →

Working remotely allows more opportunities for affordable housing

By Lillian Dickerson | March 2, 2020 - 4:49 pm |March 2, 2020 Uncategorized

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Sixty percent of individuals who work remotely to some degree reported an increase in affordability after relocating, according to a study by Redfin. Continue reading →

Shrouded in steel: Scourge of New York City scaffolding turns 40

By Jim Dalrymple II | February 25, 2020 - 9:00 am |February 25, 2020 Uncategorized

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New York’s ubiquitous scaffolding is the result of laws passed in 1980 and 1998. The scaffolding is meant to prevent falling debris, but it also comes with tradeoffs. Continue reading →

Redfin introduces new ‘Redfin Premier’ service for luxury homesellers

By Marian McPherson | February 20, 2020 - 6:19 pm |February 20, 2020 Uncategorized

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Aimed at sellers of properties worth $1 million or more, Redfin Premier offers full-service marketing with an international reach. Continue reading →

Leasing startup Landing scores $30M in cash and debt

By Jim Dalrymple II | February 6, 2020 - 2:00 pm |February 6, 2020 Uncategorized

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The company launched last fall and allows people to easily move between properties it operates in nine cities in the United States. Continue reading →

Parking spot in San Francisco listed for a jaw-dropping $100K

By Lillian Dickerson | February 3, 2020 - 4:44 pm |February 3, 2020 Uncategorized

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The parking space, located in close proximity to desirable attractions on San Francisco’s eastern waterfront, has garnered attention for its six-figure price tag. Continue reading →