October 2025 Newsletter

OCTOBER 2025

Get Real (Estate) with Liz & Ellie

How the Government Shutdown is Affecting the Housing Market

In the third week of the federal shutdown, the effects on the housing market are becoming more visible. Delays at federal agencies are slowing down mortgage approvals, and housing programs are running with fewer staff than usual. The pause on new flood insurance policies is creating extra hurdles for buyers in coastal communities such as Massachusetts. These disruptions add uncertainty and can lead to costly delays for homebuyers, homeowners, and lenders. Read our blog on the topic to learn more.

Local Events

Head of the Charles

October 17–19

Boston and Cambridge

Watch from various points along the Charles River as thousands of competitors from around the world participate in the 60th Anniversary of the renowned three-day rowing regatta.

Schedule and Information

Affordable Art!

October 23–26

SoWa Power Station, Boston

Looking for affordable art to put on the walls of that new house we just helped you buy? Let us help you with that, too. Ping us for free tickets to the Affordable Art Fair Boston, where more than 50 local, national, and international galleries will showcase thousands of contemporary artworks priced as low as $100.

Glowing Pumpkins

Now through November 2

Roger Williams Zoo, Providence

Thousands of glowing pumpkins light your way as you wind your way through the Roger Williams Zoo Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular during the month of October. It is truly a sight to see!

Just for Fun

While Liz was trawling her archives for a photo of the above-mentioned pumpkins, she came across this image, saved back in 2017 and not seen since. Seems like it would be pretty darn useful on your fridge; check out Etsy for some options!

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Residential Advisors

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