Open house cancelled before we arrive. Welcome to Boston! #sellersmarket

The September Update: New listings surge, key developments approved in the South End, and why large estates are having such a hard time finding buyers. Read on: bit.do/septemberupdate

"Many developers here cap investor sales at 20-25% of a building, Hawkes said, in part to satisfy lenders who want to see a large share of owner-occupants. And there are many reasons buyers might use shell companies to make purchases: privacy, for one.." bostonglobe.com/business/2018/…

Great follow-up thread here by the Globe's Tim Logan on why vacancy is truly difficult to track. Likely to be a contentious debate in the future as more projects and potential investment follow, even if current foreign investment is beginning to slack.

Really enjoying the vision that’s forming here. More waterfront access and a better footprint for the parcel

This corner unit townhouse in Watertown is #underagreement just one week after listing! The fall market is brimming with real opportunity and this home I’m representing is no exception.… instagram.com/p/BoAIb9CBlr6/…

The ‘Bug House’ and it’s remaining skeleton at sunset as tear down resumes. Looking from West 3rd St. Caught in Southie

The swank factor has arrived to Broadway Station. The latest from the 14 West Broadway rear entrance / valet area Caught in Southie @CurbedBoston

“The reality is that it is tough to build in the middle,” said Tye. “Land costs are high and construction costs are not proportionally lower.” bisnow.com/boston/news/mu…

November newsletter is out! Why serious buyers shouldn't ignore a slower, off-season market and the latest in Boston RE news. mailchi.mp/c82afd7ab773/m…

Feds going all-in on Opportunity Zones, which in/around Boston could boost public housing redevelopment, various Gateway Cities and a few decidedly-less struggling areas like Assembly Row and Alewife.

Worth noting that Boston is still rated by UBS as being "fair-market value" compared to Toronto, San Francisco, and New York. bostonmagazine.com/news/2018/12/1…

Massachusetts Airbnb regulations going into effect on July 1st include: - Rentals being registered with the state. - 5.7% state tax. - 6.5% local excise tax in Boston. - 3% community impact fee. - Caps on total number of rentals. - $1 million in liability insurance coverage.

Mike Valencius Mass. Transportation Boston 311 The Fort Pointer Don't forget Martin Richard park. 100's of children crossing Sleeper Street that can't see over or around parked cars on Sleeper St. Need to update the cross walk in-front of Hopsters and make sure there's a good 30 ft on both sides - for Saftey parking spots will have to go.

Nice work on the podcast, SellBoston - awesome to hear more about your beginnings

Mike Valencius I read your article on the 2021 market last night. Great read; very helpful. As a seller this year, things are great, but as a buyer on the back end, expecting a battle to find the next investment I want in #Boston. #realestatemarket

Elon Musk Elon ... you realize that 75% of miners use renewable energy, right? This energy story has been debunked over and over again.

We are live! If anyone is looking for a quality property in Metro-West Area in MA <$400K when home values are skyrocketing, this is your chance. Share with your network! Thanks to the best realtor Mike Valencius. compass.com/listing/318-tr…