Massachusetts Association of Realtors names new CEO

The MAR executive committee appointed Theresa Hatton, formerly of the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors, after a 5.5-month search. Continue reading

Homeownership likely to rise due to aging population: Study

Nonetheless, many renters doubt they’ll ever own a home, according to a survey by the New York Federal Reserve. Continue reading

How Sleep Affects Weight Gain and Loss

(Editor’s note: This podcast is from The Not Old – Better Show.) Today’s show will focus on why sleep is so important for our health. It’s another great one in our Fitness Friday series. We’ll be hearing from returning guest, Sabrena Jo, director of sc… Continue reading

Pneumonia Vaccine: How Things May Change for People 65+

(An update on the May 2019 Next Avenue story, below, about a potential change in the rules about a pneumonia vaccine: On Wednesday, June 26, a key U.S. government panel recommended the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — the CDC — change its p… Continue reading

Suggestions for Your Summer Reading

Three-day weekends — not to mention summer vacations — always lend themselves to settling in somewhere sunny with a good book. What will you read? Ask your local bookseller for suggestions and check out the following recommendations from staff members … Continue reading

When the Care Is as Burdensome as the Condition

(Editor’s note: This story is part of a series for The John A. Hartford Foundation.) Harold Peterson’s* cardiologist prescribes medications for his heart disease. His primary care physician prescribes medications for his high blood pressure and also de… Continue reading

The Real Word: Redfin and RE/MAX break up

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, after a two-month partnership, Redfin and RE/MAX have ended their deal.  Continue reading