NSR News

The latest information about the association, our brokerage community, and the real estate industry.

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Types of Tenancy in Massachusetts

In Massachusetts there are several different ways a buyer can take title to a property. With the pandemic causing unusual circumstances, such as delayed weddings, a buyer understanding the different options available to them can be critical to the success of the transaction.

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December Market Statistics Are Now Available

Market Statistics show increasing Closed and Pending Sales and a dramatic lack of inventory.

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Greater Lynn State of the Region

Municipal leaders from Lynn and Swampscott presented on the State of the Region.

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Gloucester Proposes Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Change

The Planning Board has drafted a proposal that would amend the Gloucester Inclusionary Housing Ordinance in an effort to increase the supply of housing available to low-income and very-low income households.

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Teacher Preference Housing Examined in Salem

The City of Salem, working with the local district council of the Urban Land Institute, has conducted a Technical Assistance Panel (TAP) to examine Teacher Preference Housing on the 61-acre lot of Salem High School.

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Details on New COVID-19 Relief Package for REALTORS®

On December 21st a new COVID-19 Relief Package was agreed upon that will provide direct payments, extend PUA, and more.

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NSR Holiday Hours

The NSR Offices will be closed starting at noon on December 24th through December 25th as well as on January 1st.

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Salem Registry Urgent Announcement

The Southern Essex District Registry of Deeds is experiencing a dramatic increase in the number of employees who are testing positive for COVID-19.

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Appreciation Drive-Thru

2020 NSR President, Cynthia Nina-Soto, President-Elect, Tim Shea, and staff welcomed our many leadership and committee volunteers for an Appreciation Drive-Thru!

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Salem Registry Closed

The Southern Essex Registry of Deeds will be closed on Wednesday, December 9th due to an employee testing positive for COVID-19.

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Newest Local Market Report Now Available

Find the November NSR Market Report here.

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2021 FHA Conforming Loan Limits

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) had announced new, increased conforming loan limits for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac backed loans.