The Department of Justice has warned buyers not to sign contracts binding them to the agent showing them houses. And maybe they shouldn’t. But sellers should also be leery of signing listing agreements that tie them to one brokerage firm for months at a time.

Zillow’s 2025 “Home Trends” report says homebuyers are increasingly looking for homes with climate-resiliency features. 

The finalized rule is set to take effect in October 2025, but the incoming Trump administration has yet to tap anyone to lead the CFPB, and has mentioned the idea of eliminating the agency.

Longtime local developer Walter Cheney has filed plans with city officials in Rochester to build 255 homes on a 42-acre lot in the northeastern portion of town.

According to the Keene Sentinel, George Hansel’s sold his interest in his family business, Filtrine Manufacturing Co., and become a developer.