Learn About the Rent Control Battle in the Commonwealth, plus some spring home maintenance tips

April 24th, 2026

Massachusetts Named #5 Hottest Real Estate Market of 2026

As we move into the prime spring and summer selling seasons, real estate activity will be top of mind, with certain metro areas emerging as particularly hot markets due to strong job growth, demographic shifts, and continued demand for housing.

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MA Battle on Rent Control Ballot Question Heats Up

A coalition that includes the Greater Boston Real Estate Board and the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® says a proposal to cap rent increases statewide is overreaching and will do long-term harm to cities and towns across the state.

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Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Massachusetts

The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than 2025.

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LOCAL EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEK

Nor’East 02’ersSpring Meet and Drive

Saturday 5/2 at 8am

Where: The LANAM Club https://lanam.org.

The day starts by meeting at the LANAM Club in the front parking lot between 8am and 11am. (Restrooms are available.)

From the LANAM Club, we will drive to the Riverwalk Brewery in Newburyport MA:

40 Parker St, Newburyport, MA 01950 https://riverwalkbrewing.com

We will do our best to caravan, however will not be stopping along the route to wait for folks to catch up. (To avoid any possible accidents). We will however monitor channel 12 on local 2-way radio’s if there are problems, so if you have one, please bring it. The route will be provided in a week or so and posted on our Facebook page which is located here: Nor'East 02er FB Events Page

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Underwater Photography

Wednesday 4/29 from 7:30-9pm

Prior to digital imaging and post processing, film-based underwater photography presented a number of significant challenges including inability to change film rolls underwater and lack of instant feedback that prevented real-time optimization of camera settings.

A technical overview of presenter Henry Zenzie's underwater digital imaging setup will be presented along with tips and tricks to achieve high-quality underwater images that require minimal post processing.

Come and see images of the remarkable marine animals that inhabit this region!

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Spring Home Maintenance Tips

The milder days of spring are a perfect time to do a thorough spring cleaning and perform home maintenance. After a long winter, it is a good idea to spend time on preventive measures to help maintain your home and property throughout the year.

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Devito Law Offices is Here to Help

We know that legal matters can be overwhelming. When you work with DeVito Law, you can rest assured that you are in experienced hands. Our background encompasses years of practice in real estate transactions, wills, trusts and estate planning, and business and civil litigation. We will guide you through the legal process, taking the time to explain legal matters in language that is easy to understand. You will receive prompt, courteous, and thorough communication throughout the process.

DeVito Law Offices was founded by Antonietta DeVito in 2007. When you enlist our services, you will receive the personal attention and twenty years of experience of Ms. DeVito in all your legal matters. DeVito Law Offices is based in Andover and North Andover Massachusetts and serves the greater Boston communities of Billerica, Chelmsford, Lawrence, Lowell, Middleton, Reading, and Wilmington, as well as the Merrimack Valley in Massachusetts.

Attorney Antonietta Devito

ph: 978.688.4600 or via email: adevito@devitolawoffices.com