Posts Tagged ‘housing’
5 Things to Know Before Creating Your Outdoor Kitchen
5 Things to Know Before Creating Your Outdoor Kitchen (or Lifestyle Space) Op-Ed – Author: Erin Cox of KAM Appliances ecox@kamonline.com Whether you’re designing a full outdoor kitchen, a simple grilling zone, or a multi-functional backyard space, the best results come from smart planning. Here are five things to keep in mind as you get…
Read MoreTake Aim for Housing – HBRAMA
Take Aim for Housing – HBRAMA Tee Off for Fun at the HBRAMA Putt Shack Event – September 16 Mark your calendar for an evening of friendly competition, networking, and plenty of laughs! On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Massachusetts (HBRAMA) invites you…
Read MoreHabitat Cape Cod to Host 8th Annual Ride for Homes on September 14th
Pedal, walk, or run your way to making a difference! Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod’s 8th Annual Ride for Homes returns on September 14 in Sandwich, offering fun for all ages, great food, live music, and the chance to win a dream Key Largo getaway—all while supporting affordable housing for local families.
Read MoreNew Home Inspection Regulation Aims to Protect Buyers’ Rights in Massachusetts
New Home Inspection Regulation Aims to Protect Buyers’ Rights in Massachusetts The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) has finalized a new regulation designed to protect Massachusetts homebuyers by ensuring they are fully informed of their right to a home inspection. Set to take effect for contracts signed after October 15, 2025, this…
Read MoreHousing and Taxes Emerge as Key Issues in Governor’s Race
Housing and Taxes Emerge as Key Issues in Governor’s Race As Massachusetts looks ahead to its next gubernatorial election, a recent poll reveals a clear message from voters: economic realities are driving decisions more than party lines. Reducing housing costs topped the list of concerns, with nearly one-third of respondents citing it as the most…
Read MoreThe Housing Affordability Crisis: A Call to Action for Cape Cod Builders
The Housing Affordability Crisis: A Call to Action for Cape Cod Builders The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently released its 2025 Housing Affordability Pyramid, revealing a concerning trend: 76.4 million U.S. households—57% of the total—cannot afford a $300,000 home. With the median price of a new single-family home at $459,826, approximately 100.6 million…
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