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Boston suburb works to comply with new state multifamily construction law

Housing Wire

The town of Newton, Massachusetts is working to comply with a new state law that requires the construction of new multifamily housing units in areas served by public transit, according to reporting from the Boston Globe. Some apartments have been constructed in recent years, but the construction level has been low.

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White House details wide-ranging priorities designed to boost housing supply

Housing Wire

Such initiatives include changing certain zoning laws, financing more affordable and energy-efficient housing units and funding research on the topic of commercial-to-residential conversions. Department of Transportation , aimed more squarely at existing zoning law. In this week’s series of initial announcements, the U.S.

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Eleven Types of Risk in Commercial Real Estate

Property Metrics

Legislative or regulatory risk refers to any change in regulations or law that can impact real estate owners or tenants. Even if changes to laws and regulations do not directly impact real estate, they may indirectly impact property investment through financing or business cash flows. Construction Risk. Location Risk.

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The Proposed NYC "Pied-A-Terre Tax" Looks Catastrophic to NYC Real Estate

Miller Samuel

This proposed NYC "pied-a-terre" tax law has a name that infers it concerns " pied-a-terres " when in fact that property type is but one part of the property types that are impacted. The New York state political zeitgeist was recently and suddenly tilted against luxury development in New York City. The White Paper That Started It All.

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New Homes vs. Old Homes: Which Is Right For You?

PennyMac

Is it a classic Victorian set far back from the road with stately elm trees shading the formal garden, or a brand-new split level in an up-and-coming housing development with a communal pool, tennis courts, and a playground for the kids? The Pros of Buying a Newly Constructed Home. The Cons of Newly Constructed Homes.

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Key Land Development Deadline Approaches for Washington Counties

Will Springer Realtor

Washington established guidance called the Growth Management Act (GMA) that requires review and possible revision of land-development policies at least every 20 years. The GMA mandates that local policies also guide decisions on transportation, capital facilities and the natural environment. If not now, when?

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Can You Get a Mortgage for a Tiny Home?

Assurance Financial

Tiny houses on wheels (THOW) operate like a trailer and allow easy transportation and setup almost anywhere with the right access points. THOWs also come with many additional financial considerations, like parking fees, water bills, electricity costs and transportation costs. Construction Loans.