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Postpartum Thyroiditis Fact Sheet For New Moms

https://easylivingmom.com/postpartum-thyroiditis-fact-sheet-for-new-moms/ Postpartum thyroiditis is a condition that occurs in about 5% of women after pregnancy. It is when the immune system produces anti-thyroid antibodies which attack the thyroid gland, causing it to become inflamed. The thyroid is critical to your body’s hormone regulation, and for pregnant women already going through hormone changes, it is a common issue they experience. Luckily for most, it is not a permanent condition and typically wanes a year after delivery. Still, it’s good to know the risk factors and how to treat it if you are affected.

August Real Estate Sales Down 40% Year-over-Year in Boston

https://www.realestatesign.ca/2022/09/30/august-real-estate-sales-down-38-year-over-year-in-boston/ Boston’s real estate market got chin-checked last month as total property sales in August dropped -38.26% compared to August 2021. Last month’s 476 real estate sales was the lowest total for August in the past 5 years and the largest year over year drop in monthly residential real estate deals over the same time span in Boston. Monthly property sales in Boston real estate have been trending below 2021 levels all year, with December 2021 being the last month where total sales were up year-over-year. Still, that figure never trended more than 25% below the previous year’s sales total until last month. Last month marked a sharp drop from the 771 property deals recorded in August 2021. It appears like the Federal Reserve’s rate hikes have finally put a chill on the Boston housing market, with news of their 4th rate hike of 2022 coming last month. Now with last week’s news of another r...

Condo Sales Dipped by -38% Last Month in Boston

https://activerain.com/blogsview/5752504/condo-sales-dipped-by--43--last-month-in-boston?show_share=1 Boston’s market for condo sales looks to be eroding in the face of rising interest rates and inflation. Total condo sales in the city last month were 325, a sharp -43.48% drop compared to August 2021. Last month, the Fed raised interest rates for the 4th time in 2022 to try and control rampant inflation. It seems to have stifled demand for Boston real estate, as last month's total sales were the lowest for September in the last 5 years. We can expect to see more of the same as we head into Q4, typically the low season for Boston’s real estate market. This week’s news of another rate adjustment of +75 basis points will continue to squeeze smaller buyers out of the market. If the recession drags on and mass corporate layoffs ensue, we could see demand destruction on par or worse than what we experienced after the last housing market crash in 2009. With this in mind, it wi...

Risk of Eating Disorders in Pregnant Women

https://www.momnewsdaily.com/pregnancy/health-safety/risk-of-eating-disorders-in-pregnant-women/ Eating disorders can have detrimental effects on families. Beyond the harmful effects eating disorders have on the individual, it can cause emotional stress and anxiety for loved ones as well. Struggling with body image is hard. For those with their struggle with body image, it can be even harder. Can Pregnancy Cause Eating Disorders? Eating disorders disproportionately affect females, and pregnancy has been known to induce the same body image concerns that individuals with eating disorders share. So for any woman struggling with body image during pregnancy, it’s important to understand they are not alone. However, your health and your baby’s health are much higher priorities, and eating disorders while pregnant can have damaging effects to both.

How Pregnant Women Can Reduce Risk Of CMV

https://natural-living-for-women.com/what-is-cytomegalovirus/ Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus among all ages. According to the CDC, nearly one in 3 children have had CMV by the age of 5. For people with healthy immune systems, CMV rarely causes health problems and most people show no symptoms. However in rare cases, it can cause mononucleosis or hepatitis. What Are The Symptoms of Cytomegalovirus? The symptoms of CMV include fever, sore throat, fatigue, and swollen glands. Those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of showing symptoms of CMV, especially more severe reactions affecting the liver, stomach, intestines, lungs, and eyes. Baby’s born with CMV are at increased risk of hearing loss, which is why it’s important that pregnant women prevent CMV infection.

Boston Pads Real Estate Database Now Exceeds 200,000 Boston Apartment Listings

https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/596353718/boston-pads-real-estate-database-now-exceeds-200-000-boston-apartment-listings BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, October 17, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- BostonPads.com has achieved another company milestone by surpassing 200,000 Greater Boston apartment listings in their real estate repository. This latest success comes just weeks after announcing their database surpassed 17,000 landlord contacts in August and 1 million property photos in September. These latest company milestone’s have occurred during a year when Boston’s apartment rental market is experiencing record low apartment supply figures and record high average rent prices. The market volatility of the past 3 years combined with a poor economic outlook has put a premium on access to real-time market data for landlords and property managers.

Foods to Avoid While Your Breastfeeding

https://mommyato.com/blog/postpartum/breastfeeding/foods-to-avoid-while-your-breastfeeding/ If you’re planning on breastfeeding, it’s important to understand the direct link between your baby’s health and your diet.  Just like during pregnancy, what you consume will be passed on to your baby.  Many new moms are aware of this, but aren’t sure what foods to avoid while they’re breastfeeding.  This article will help you understand what foods could be a risk to your baby.

How is Inflation Affecting Contractors and Boston Real Estate?

https://bostonpads.com/blog/boston-housing-market/how-is-inflation-affecting-contractors-and-boston-real-estate/ Without a doubt, 2022 will go down in history as one of the worst years for inflation in modern U.S. history. With the Consumer Price Index above 8% since March, we’re seeing the highest inflation levels in 40 years. Thanks to poor fiscal responsibility and highly questionable energy policies, rampant inflation and supply chain bottlenecks are starting to cripple our future supply of new products introduced into the Boston housing market. The cost of building materials is increasing by a much larger margin than CPI. The current PPI for New Nonresidential Building Construction is up by 24% over the past year. That triples the price increase for consumer products (CPI). Housing supply in Boston is already at a critical shortage, and now developers are faced with even more fiscal barriers in creating new housing inventory for Boston’s growing population. We could be entering ...

Boston Pads Eclipses 1 Million Property Images In Their Growing Real Estate Database

https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/592854298/boston-pads-eclipses-1-million-property-images-in-their-growing-real-estate-database BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, September 26, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Boston, MA - BostonPads.com has reached another company milestone this week, surpassing 1 million listing images in their evergrowing real estate database. This announcement comes just a few weeks after their database eclipsed 17,000 Greater Boston landlord contacts in yet another company achievement. Boston Pads CEO Demetrios Salpoglou points out that this achievement is a testament to how the company has been able to adapt to changes brought about by COVID. “During the pandemic, we saw a hundreds of landlords flock to our platform and seek cutting edge marketing solutions. Digital property images, 3D tours, and video became even more important to effectively market listings, and the team stepped up and delivered. They’ve added nearly 300K photos and 10K videos just in the last 3 years.” He ...

Should You Become a Real Estate Agent in Boston?

https://educationcareeronline.com/should-you-become-a-real-estate-agent-in-boston/ With interest rates rising and the nation’s housing market on the ropes, you may be wondering if it’s still a good idea to pursue a real estate career in Boston. While the short-term market outlook may not look too promising, there are still plenty of good reasons to start a rewarding career in real estate. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Boston’s Economy Is Still Growing Boston has emerged as one of the biotech capitals of the world over the past decade. Boston-based startups have consistently increased the total amount of VC funding raised over the past 5 years, and Boston has solidified itself as the 3rd largest metro in the US by total VC funding raised.

Postpartum Health Tips for New Moms

https://mommyato.com/blog/postpartum/health/postpartum-health-tips-for-new-moms/ The postpartum period can be challenging for new moms. Between the shifts in hormone levels, vaginal bleeding, and the newness of caring for your newborn, it can be overwhelming. Don’t neglect your own health and wellbeing. It’s so important that you prioritize your health as a new mom. Here are 6 postpartum health tips that will get your new journey off on the right foot. 1. Schedule Your Postpartum Checkup One of your first priorities after giving birth is to schedule your postpartum health checkups with your OB/GYN or other obstetric care provider. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that new moms schedule an initial health assessment within the first 3 weeks of delivery. They also recommend a more comprehensive postpartum followup within the first 12 weeks to assess physical, social, and psychological well-being. During this detailed assessment, you can a...

Lowest September Vacancy Rates on Record in Boston Following 9/1 Leasing Rush

https://crunchtimenews.com/2022/09/lowest-september-vacancy-rates-on-record-in-boston-following-9-1-leasing-rush/ Boston’s apartment rental market looks much different this September than it has in recent years. Following a rental season where the city recorded some of the lowest supply figures on record, Boston’s vacancy rate currently sits at .46%, a record low for September. That figure is down -76.65% year-over-year and only marks a +64% increase since last month. Typically on 9/1 in Boston, the vacancy rate surges as previous tenants vacate their leases. Nearly half of leases for Boston apartments begin on 9/1 due to the unusually large student population. In 2019 and 2020, the monthly-over-month vacancy rates jumped by +298.25% and +329.85% respectively in the first week of September, which was considered normal. Now in the last two years, Boston’s vacancy rate went up by much lower margins. Last September, the month-over-month vacancy rate jumped by a much smaller +55.9...

2022 Dorchester Apartment Rental Market Report

https://bostonpads.com/blog/boston-rental-market/2022-dorchester-apartment-rental-market-report/ The apartment rental market in Dorchester, MA has never looked more expensive for renters in what has historically been one of Boston’s more affordable neighborhoods.  In March of this year, Dorchester’s average rent price hit $2,253, surpassing its previous record high set in June of 2020 ($2,229).  Since July, that average rent price has continued to climb to new all-time highs weekly amid record low apartment availability.  It now sits at $2,370, a +9.74% increase year-over-year.  Let’s look at the main trends driving Dorchester’s apartment rental market in 2022.

Most Affordable Neighborhoods To Rent an Apartment In Boston

https://www.thepostcity.com/most-affordable-neighborhoods-to-rent-an-apartment-in-boston/ Boston’s average rent price has been rapidly rising in 2022 after 2 years of stagnation during COVID. The current average rent price for Boston apartments ($2,722) is up +8.23% year-over-year and as of April, that figure has surpassed its previous all-time high of $2,646 set in June 2020. Now the city of Boston is among the most expensive places to rent an apartment in the US. If you’re a renter on a budget in Boston, these numbers can be intimidating. Luckily, we combed through tons of apartment data to find the most affordable neighborhoods to rent an apartment near Boston. Here’s the list!

Boston Pads Real Estate Database Surpasses 17,000 Landlord Records In Latest Company Milestone

https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/589569564/boston-pads-real-estate-database-surpasses-17-000-landlord-records-in-latest-company-milestone BOSTON, MA, USA, September 7, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- BostonPads.com reached another growth landmark earlier this month by surpassing 17,000 landlord records in their Greater Boston apartment database. Their rental repository now holds 199,072 Greater Boston apartments, 448 luxury apartment buildings, 23,795 apartment videos, and more than 1.01 million property images. This achievement comes as Boston’s rental market reaches its annual 9/1 peak and apartment availability sits at an all-time low. Both the city’s real-time vacancy rate (RTVR) and real-time availability rate (RTAR) have notched new record lows in 2022. Compared to a year ago these figures are down -77.36% and -76.47% respectively, showing just how drastic the rental market’s recovery has been.

Are Real Estate Prices Going To Drop in Boston?

https://marketresearchfeed.com/are-real-estate-prices-going-to-drop-in-boston/ Boston’s real estate market has achieved record breaking growth over the past decade. Thanks to a shortage of for-sale properties and a growing population, Boston real estate prices have more than doubled since 2011. Now, with a recession looming and interest rates on the rise, many are predicting that Boston real estate prices will begin to decline soon. Based on the most recent MLS data, it does appear that real estate prices will soon begin to decline in Boston. Here are the reasons why:

Most Affordable Neighborhoods to Buy Real Estate in Boston

https://www.realestateinfo.us/realestate/most-affordable-neighborhoods-to-buy-real-estate-in-boston.html Prices for Boston real estate are still on the rise in 2022 despite a drop in property sales city-wide. The current median sale price for single-family homes in Boston is $816,353, a +7.31% increase compared to last September. Similarly the 1-year median sale price for Boston condos is $730,242, up 7.39% over the same time span. With prices like that, new home buyers may feel like they’re priced out of the market. However, there are still plenty of neighborhoods in Boston where you can find a home under $600K. We analyzed the last 12 months of MLS data of the 33 closest neighborhoods near Boston’s core to find the most affordable places to buy real estate in Boston. Here’s the list:

Top 5 Priciest Neighborhoods in Boston

https://bostonpads.com/blog/boston-housing-market/top-5-most-expensive-neighborhoods-in-boston-in-2022/ Whether you buy a property or rent an apartment, the cost of living in Boston is high. Over the past decade, Boston has climbed up the list of the most expensive cities to live in the US. This trend has been fueled by steady population growth and a shortage of housing inventory, which has sent Boston’s average rent and home prices through the roof. Now, Boston’s average rent price is nearly as expensive as New York City or Silicon Valley. If you’re wondering where Boston’s most expensive places to live are, you came to the right place. This article will rank the top 5 most expensive neighborhoods in Boston to both rent an apartment and purchase real estate.