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24th annual Build Boston set for Nov. 18th-20th at the Seaport World Trade Center

Join us at Build Boston where nationally and internationally recognized industry leaders team up with the northeast's best to share their expertise in over 240 workshops, sessions, symposiums and tours, November 18th - 20th. The professional development program focuses on a wide range of issues of interest to the U.S. building industry. Issues and themes include: *Building science/building technology *BIM and other business and internet technologies *Codes and contracts *Firm and career management *Preservation/restoration *Project delivery/project management/construction management/business development *Sustainable design *Urban design/regional design *Public policy *Universal design In addition, look for the following exhibits in the gallery and throughout the exhibit hall and conference center: *New England Architecture Exhibit *New England Interior Design Exhibit *New England Landscape Architecture Exhibit *Women in Design Exhibit The Boston Society of Architects/AIA is the founding sponsor of Build Boston and Residential Design and Construction. Visit the BSA Lounge to purchase books, find resources to further your career and practice and relax with colleagues. BSA staff members are available to answer questions about continuing education, membership, advertising opportunities, and more. For details, visit www.buildboston.com.
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Shallow-bay wins on 495/128:  A renewal-driven market with a thin pipeline - by Nate Nickerson

Shallow-bay wins on 495/128: A renewal-driven market with a thin pipeline - by Nate Nickerson

The Boston industrial market entered mid-2025 in a bifurcated state. Large-block vacancy remains elevated, while shallow-bay along the 495/128 corridor continues to prove resilient. Fieldstone’s focus on this geography positions us squarely in the middle of a renewal-driven, supply-constrained
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How long should I hold a property for it to qualify as an investment property in connection with a 1031 tax-deferred exchange? - by Brendan Greene and Mark McCue

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How do we manage our businesses in a climate of uncertainty? - by David O'Sullivan

These are uncertain times for the home building industry. We have the threat of tariffs mixed with high interest rates and lenders nervous about the market. Every professional, whether builder, broker, or architect, asks themselves, how do we manage our business in today’s climate? We all strive not just to succeed, but
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