News: Owners Developers & Managers

FinanceBoston arranges $2.4m bridge loan for the development of 41 condos

Dorchester, MA FinanceBoston has arranged $2.4 million bridge loan for the acquisition of a BPDA approved project in the Ashmont neighborhood. The development with include 41 condominium units. The financing also involved proceeds for permitting work. The development is located near the Ashmont MBTA station. The location of this project is part of an exciting mixed-use area, and will provide much needed housing to the severely supply-constrained city. 

“This closing was completed by providing high leverage financing for our client, allowing for minimal cash equity from the developer,” said Doug Landry, principal at FinanceBoston. “We are looking forward obtaining the permits and assisting with the ultimate vertical construction of the asset next year.”

READ ON THE GO
DIGITAL EDITIONS
Subscribe
Columns and Thought Leadership
Florida ruling raises bar for condo terminations and buyouts - by Michael Karsch

Florida ruling raises bar for condo terminations and buyouts - by Michael Karsch

On October 14, 2025, in a landmark decision with significant implications for the Florida real estate market, the Supreme Court of Florida formally denied Two Roads Development’s (TRD Biscayne LLC) petition for review in its long-running case against unit owners of Biscayne 21,
IREM president’s message:  Our new reality - Staying ahead of supply chain delays - by Yoany Vargas

IREM president’s message: Our new reality - Staying ahead of supply chain delays - by Yoany Vargas

Supply chain delays are slowing construction, ratcheting up operating costs, and extending turnover timelines across Greater Boston, directly reducing revenue and increasing the workload for multifamily and

Retail infill strategy to activate Pawtucket’s Conant Thread District - by Gaetan Kashala

Retail infill strategy to activate Pawtucket’s Conant Thread District - by Gaetan Kashala

Until recently, the Conant Thread District consisted of approximately 150 acres of underutilized industrial land spanning Pawtucket and Central Falls. Today, the area is one of the most significant
Revitalized Town Centers:  Retail??? - by Carol Todreas

Revitalized Town Centers: Retail??? - by Carol Todreas

It is now widely accepted that customers want to shop in person at physical stores. Brands know that they do better business in a physical store than just on line so they want to open stores. Demand for retail space by digital merchants, local entrepreneurs, and newly developed national chains