March 19, 2025 Governance Updates, Miscellaneous
CEO Transition Update for CCIAOR
Ryan Castle's final day as CCIAOR CEO will be Tuesday, April 15th.
News & Updates
March 7, 2025 MLS Updates
New MLS Opportunity for MLS Tours
We are pleased to introduce a new MLS Tour opportunity that is designed to align with the evolving dynamics of our unique market.
March 3, 2025 Government & Community Affairs
New Poll by CCIAOR Shows Broad Support for Cape Cod Bridges Replacement Plan
A new poll conducted by American Strategies shows strong, broad support for the current proposed plan to replace both the Sagamore and Bourne bridges. The poll showed that 86% of residents on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket support the current replacement plan.
February 13, 2025 Government & Community Affairs
Accessory Dwelling Unit Law Takes Effect Statewide
As of February 2, 2025, Massachusetts has enacted new regulations permitting accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by-right in all single-family residential zones statewide. This policy change aims to address housing shortages by simplifying the approval process for ADUs, thereby encouraging their development.
February 4, 2025 Legal Updates
Massachusetts REALTORS®: Key MAR Forms Updates, Including Contract to Purchase
As of February 1, 2005, the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MAR) has released critical updates to its real estate forms. Key changes include revisions to Form 501 (Contract to Purchase), Form 694 (Termination of Listing Agreement), and Form 706 (Termination of Buyer Broker Agreement).
January 30, 2025 Government & Community Affairs
New Wellfleet Septic Regulations to Impact Real Estate Transactions
The Wellfleet Board of Health has approved new septic regulations last week that impose costly and inequitable burdens on homebuyers, sellers, and property owners despite CCIAOR's well-reasoned and numerous objections to the policy.
