50 year anniversary question and answer Carl Barron
Name: Carl Barron
Title: Partner
Company: CARU Associates
Years with Company: 73
Years in Real Estate Industry: 73
Address: 620 Mass. Ave., Cambridge, Mass. 02139
Telephone: 617 234-0301
Email: carlbarron@aol.com
What year did you discover the New England Real Estate Journal and what business were you doing at that time? 1963. President of Putnam Furniture Leasing Co.
In what way has the New England Real Estate Journal been a benefit to you and your business? I have found that the Journal is an excellent vehicle for reaching potential customers and maintaining good business relationships.
How long have you been affiliated with the commercial real estate industry? 73 fantastic years.
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