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Tax straddles and the pros and cons of an exchange spanning two tax years - by Michele Fitzpatrick
September 12, 2025
In a typical 1031 Exchange, real estate investors are able to defer taxable gains under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 1031. If a taxpayer engages in a like-kind exchange of property, which is a tax-deferred transaction in which one investment property is exchanged for another of the same type, they may defer recognition of any taxable gain or loss realized on the exchange.
Improvement or construction exchanges under IRC Section 1031 - by Brendan Greene
September 12, 2025
Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 1031 allows a property owner, who holds property for “the productive use in a trade or business or for investment,” to defer paying any capital gains taxes if the property owner sells such property, identifies “like kind” property within 45 days of the sale,
Hypothetical case study: Tired of encroaching rent control regulations, investor turns to Kay Proper...
September 12, 2025
Tom at first considered a NNN property as an option for his 1031 exchange. Tom quickly realized he did not want to put such a large amount of capital into a single NNN property. Tom always remembered his grandmother using the expression, “never keep all your eggs in one basket”.
Beyond the Gym: Multifamily wellness as the new standard
September 12, 2025
Fitness amenities are no longer a box to check – they’re a business strategy. Across the multifamily industry, wellness has shifted from luxury to expectation, and the communities that are winning in 2025 are those that deliver holistic ecosystems instead of simple gyms. These ecosystems combine technology, recovery, community activation,
SIOR New England Chapter plans for Louisville Fall Conference - November 4-7
September 12, 2025
Louisville, KY The New England SIOR chapter is already buzzing about attending the November Fall Conference being held in Louisville, from November 4-7, 2025. The chapter expects a strong turnout for this four-day session. The Global conference will be held at the Omni Louisville with an off-site visit to Churchill Downs.
Horvath & Tremblay brokers $9.85m
apartment building sale in Back Bay
September 12, 2025
Boston, MA Dennis Kelleher, John Pentore and Nick Bevilacqua of Horvath & Tremblay have completed the sale of a 529 Beacon St., a 23-unit apartment building. Horvath & Tremblay exclusively represented the seller, The Mount Vernon Company, and procured the buyer, The Copley Group,
Lynch and Hulteen of Coldwell Banker Commercial broker $4.45m 12-acre sale
September 12, 2025
Stoughton, MA Stephen Lynch, accredited commercial associate with Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT, and owner of SC Lynch Development Co., LLC, and Russell Hulteen, with Coldwell Banker Realty, have completed the closing of a high-profile property transaction. The $4.45 million deal includes a versatile 12-acre site
Mier-Casanova of Trinity Management to be installed as ARM
September 12, 2025
Marlborough, MA Carolina Mier-Casanova will be installed as an ARM (Accredited Residential Manager) of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) during an upcoming chapter event.
Ward and Braseth of Colliers
facilitate $1.9 million industrial sale
September 12, 2025
Berwick, ME Colliers, a global leader in commercial real estate services, has finalized the sale of an industrial property, for $1.9 million, according to the Hillsborough County Registry of Deeds. The property, located at 2 Industry Dr., includes two industrial buildings totaling 24,280 s/f on 8.43 acres.
Anduril Industries sets down roots at
Quonset Business Park - by Steven J. King
September 12, 2025
Quonset Business Park — located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island — is the region’s leading engine for economic development and job growth. Quonset is home to 250 companies working across nearly every sector of the economy. Newest among them is Anduril Industries, a defense technology
Kermes and Boss of Mott & Chace
sell 839C Ministerial Rd. for $2.4 million
September 12, 2025
South Kingstown, RI Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty negotiated the sale of 839C Ministerial Rd. for $2.4 million. The sellers were represented by Janet Kermes and Monica Boss, both sales associates of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s. Kermes and Boss also facilitated the sale
Prolman and Ferrari of Prolman Realty, Inc. handle $2.05 million sale of 219 - 221 Main St., Nashua,...
September 12, 2025
Nashua, NH Prolman Realty, Inc. has completed the sale of 219 - 221 Main St. Lisa Ferrari and Mark Prolman represented the seller, P&P 221 Main, LLC, and assisted the buyer, Gate City, LLC, on the transaction. 221 Main St., anchored by NBT Bank, is a three-story, 24,000 s/f building located
Nickerson of Fieldstone Commercial
Properties represents seller in $1.2 million sale
September 12, 2025
Norfolk, MA Fieldstone Commercial Properties has completed the sale of 8 Sherwood Dr., a 5,000 s/f industrial building, for $1.2 million. Nate Nickerson of Fieldstone Commercial Properties represented the seller, CableLAN. rian Glennon of Atlantic Commercial Real Estate represented the buyer.
CBRE represents 3200 Washington, LLC, affiliate of
Berkeley Investments, in $37.8 million sale o...
September 12, 2025
Jamaica Plain, MA Representatives of CBRE, led by Simon Butler, Biria St. John, John McLaughlin, and Brian Bowler, completed the $37.8 million sale of 3200 Washington, a 73-unit apartment building. CBRE, Inc. exclusively represented the seller, 3200 Washington, LLC, an affiliate of Berkeley Investments,
City of East Providence adopts new accessory dwelling unit ordinance - by Roberto DaSilva
September 12, 2025
On Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, the East Providence City Council unanimously approved several modifications to the city’s zoning ordinance that were required to conform to land use bills approved by the RI General Assembly in 2024. These bills were passed to create additional opportunities
Mott and Murphy of Mott & Chace sell 14 Highland Rd. for $3.4 million
September 12, 2025
Charlestown, RI Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty brokered the sale of 14 Highland Rd. for $3.4 million. The sellers were represented by Ray Mott, broker/co-owner, and the buyers were represented by Stephen Murphy, sales associate, both of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International
REFA invites you to advance your real estate career with Boston University!
September 12, 2025
Boston, MA Whether you’re an experienced commercial real estate professional or new to the industry, Boston University’s program equips you for greater success.
Real Estate Finance Association - 37th Annual Gala
September 12, 2025
Boston, MA Preparations have begin for the 37th Annual REFA Gala. Sponsorships and tickets are available for the 37th Annual REFA Gala on Thursday, October 17th at the Omni Boston at the Seaport, honoring National Development with the Swain Distinguished Service Award.
Greene of Compass sells 135 Benefit St. for $1.8 million
September 12, 2025
Providence, RI Compass brokered the sale of 135 Benefit St. for $1.8 million. Kira Greene, founding agent of Compass Providence, represented the seller and facilitated for the buyer. With the closing of this most recent sale, Compass has participated in 10 of the top 15 single family home sales on
AI COMING ON STRONG, and FAST- Who knew! - by Daniel Calano
September 12, 2025
About six months ago, or so, Artificial Intelligence was new news, with both hope and promise. It was predicted the progress would show results within a few years. The main question afloat was whether AI would improve worker and company productivity, or would it ultimately reduce the need for workers.