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National Development appoints Moffatt as senior vice president and director of asset management

Newton, MA National Development has appointed Maura Moffatt as senior vice president and director of asset management. Moffatt brings decades of experience across multiple property types, with proven leadership in asset management, portfolio optimization, and strategic operations.

MassDevelopment issues $37.63m tax-exempt bond on behalf of 361 Centre St., LLC for affordable housing conversion

Boston, MA MassDevelopment has issued a $37.63 million tax-exempt bond on behalf of 361 Centre St. LLC, an affiliate of Pennrose, LLC, which will use proceeds to convert the former Blessed Sacrament Church located in the city’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood into 55 units of affordable housing. Built around the turn of the 20th century,

Unlocking value for commercial real estate: Solar solutions for a changing market - by Claire Broido Johnson

As the commercial real estate market continues to navigate the disruptive forces of rising vacancy rates and increasing operating costs, landlords are under pressure to find new levers to protect income and strengthen asset performance. Amid these challenges, onsite solar and battery storage – particularly when financed through third-party ownership models – are emerging not just as environmental upgrades, but as powerful financial strategies.

City of Lynn and Charter Development celebrate official opening of 30-acre Lynn Harbor Park

Lynn, MA The city of Lynn and Charter Development celebrated the official opening of Lynn Harbor Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by lieutenant governor Kim Driscoll, mayor Jared Nicholson, and state and local officials. The 30-acre waterfront park represents the successful transformation of a former landfill and manufactured gas plant

IREM President’s Message: Breaking down the “junk fee” law

There is no question that Massachusetts’ new “junk fee” regulations, which took effect on September 2nd, have significant implications for landlords and property managers. These laws, in short, aim to increase transparency and eliminate hidden or misleading charges in rental agreements.

BOMA Boston update: Preparedness roundtable, CPR training and behind the scenes tour

Boston, MA For Preparedness Month, the BOMA Boston Preparedness Committee hosted a roundtable on hazardous materials and environmental issues in commercial real estate on Thursday, September 25th. Panelists shared their expertise on preparing for, reacting to, and recovering from hazardous situations in commercial properties.

CondoConnect 2025: Preparing communities for tomorrow’s challenges

Burlington, MA The CAI New England Chapter will host its signature industry event – CondoConnect 2025 Annual Conference & Expo – on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Burlington Marriott Hotel. From 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., condominium and homeowner association board members, community managers, business partners, and owners will gather for a day of education, networking,

IFMA Boston members attend IFMA International World Workplace in Minneapolis September 15-18

Minneapolis, MN IFMA Boston Members Attend IFMA International World Workplace from September 15th – 18th. World Workplace is an opportunity for continuing education, networking and socializing with others in the world of the built environment.

ARCO National Construction completes 100,000 s/f warehouse project for Zippy Shell Inc.

Londonderry, NH ARCO National Construction completed a new distribution facility for Zippy Shell Inc., a portable storage and moving services company. Designed and constructed to support the client’s expanding

Berkeley Investments completes
103-unit The Charley in Allston

Allston, MA Greater Boston’s housing shortage gets a supply boost with the opening of The Charley, a new apartment building developed by Berkeley Investments. Now open and leasing to prospective residents, The Charley offers boutique, luxury living along the Charles River