Although the current high mortgage rate environment has proven discouraging for both buyers, who are facing much higher monthly payments, and sellers, who are not eager to leave their current low interest rate mortgage, the overall residential real estate market in…
Author: Stephen Quigley
Area Residents Hear From New BPDA Director
Six months into the top job at the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA), Arthur Jemison recently accepted an invitation to hear the concerns of residents at a joint meeting of the North End Waterfront Neighborhood Council and the North…
Los Residentes Escuchan Al Nuevo Director De BPDA
Seis meses después de haber ocupado el puesto principal en Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA), Arthur Jemison aceptó recientemente una invitación para escuchar las preocupaciones de los residentes en una reunión conjunta de North End Waterfront Neighborhood Council y…
Boston ranks among most expensive cities; rents show sharp increase
According to national reports, Boston is one of the most expensive cities in the United States, whether to rent or own a home. Given the building and job boom, many potential buyers are looking to rent, given the tight market…
Realtors say that JP housing market is strong
Even with interest rates approaching six percent, the Jamaica Plain real estate market remains strong, with a tight inventory according to local realtors. “Jamaica Plain real estate is still strong, “ said Ellen Grubert of Compass Real Estate. “Many buyers…
Officials tell residents of city’s programs to address rat problem
Whether you live in East Boston, Beacon Hill, Back Bay, or Jamaica Plain, there is a common problem that all residents are facing — and that is rats. “It is a big issue,” Inspectional Service Director (ISD) Director John Ulrich…
The shock in the Back Bay
Perhaps I am still in sense of shock as the details and the reality of the bombing at the finish line of the Boston Marathon sink into my mind. One is almost immune when you hear about civilian targeted bombs…