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Market Update for May 2026 in Franklin and Hampshire County
Franklin County: Limited Inventory Driving Prices Higher Franklin County experienced a decline in closed sales during May, with 36 single-family homes sold compared to 50 during the same month last year. However, fewer sales did not transl...
Why Some Homes Get Multiple Offers While Others Don’t
The Question Many Sellers Are Asking If you've been following the real estate market lately, you've probably heard stories about homes receiving multiple offers within days of being listed. At the same time, other properties remain on the ma...
Why Aren’t There More Homes for Sale?
The Question Everyone Is Asking If you've been searching for a home recently, you've probably noticed one thing—there simply aren't enough homes available. Many people assume higher mortgage rates are the main reason housing remains expens...
Massachusetts REALTORS® 2026 Legislative Priorities: Understanding the Issues We Oppose
Each year, the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MAR) meets with state legislators to discuss policies that affect housing affordability, homeownership opportunities, and the overall health of our housing market. While REALTORS® sup...
Franklin County Real Estate Market Update – April 2026
Franklin County Market Remains Active This Spring The Franklin County real estate market continued to show steady buyer activity throughout April, even as inventory remains limited across the region. According to the REALTOR® Association of...
REALTORS® Advocating for Housing, Homeowners & Stronger Communities
Last week, I joined fellow REALTORS® from across Massachusetts at the State House for the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MAR) Annual REALTOR® Day on Beacon Hill. Each year, REALTORS® come together to meet directly with legislat...
Front Door Colors That Make Buyers Stop and Look
First impressions matter in real estate — and one of the very first things buyers notice is the front door. Before they ever step inside, buyers are already forming opinions about the home based on what they see from the curb. A clean, welc...
Buyer First Impressions: What Sellers Need to Know
When it comes to selling your home, first impressions are everything. The moment a buyer walks through the door, they’re not just looking at the property—they’re asking themselves one important question: “Can I see myself living here?...