Spotlights

How does IRS Notice 2020-23 affect the G(6) restrictions on 1031 exchange funds? - by Lynne Bagby

Many New England real estate investors enquire about receiving sale proceeds from a 1031 exchange transaction if they are unable to locate suitable replacement property within the 45-day identification deadline—and more recently, by the deadline

2020 Ones to Watch: John Fowler, AIA, EDAC, LEED AP, Associate Principal & Associate Partner at Margulies Perruzzi

What led you to your current profession? As a child I was always daydreaming about ways to improve the world through planning and design even though I wasn’t really aware of it. One day it occurred to me this was the essence

2020 Ones to Watch: Laura Miller, Vice President, Portfolio Manger, Team Leader at Cambridge Savings Bank

Who or what inspires you? Inspiration can be found in events large and small, though I am most inspired by individuals and organizations that actively work to make a positive impact on others.

2020 Ones to Watch: Chuck Hurchalla, President at Evolution Energy Partners

Which project, deal, or transaction was the “game-changer” in the advancement of your career? For me, the true “game changer” was deciding to leave a Fortune 500 energy company and purchase a division of that

2020 Ones to Watch: Dailey Tipton, VP of Sales and Marketing at Evolution Energy Partners

How do you contribute to your community or your profession? In my spare time, I coach individuals in sales who are looking to advance their careers. I am currently coaching military members on the transition to civilian life.

2020 Ones to Watch: Thad Minshall, Vice President of Real Estate/Development at Connolly Brothers

Who or what inspires you? People who join and serve in the armed forces, fighting for our freedom. Many do it out of a deep sense of service and do not expect to be rewarded financially. They put their lives on the line for us every single day, and that inspires me.

2020 Ones to Watch: Jay Connolly, President at Connolly Brothers

Who or what inspires you? Pete Frates was one of my best friends; he was diagnosed with ALS in 2012. Most people know him through the Ice Bucket Challenge. It was typical of Pete to turn his diagnosis into a way to help others by raising money and awareness

2020 Ones to Watch: George Lloyd, Project Coordinator at Acella Construction

Which project, deal, or transaction was the “game-changer” in the advancement of your career? The Milton Hoosic Club in Canton was the most educating project I have worked on. It is the largest project I have been involved with

2020 Ones to Watch: Michael Brangwynne, Attorney at Fletcher Tilton PC

What advice can you offer to someone who is interested in a career in your industry? When I teach evening classes at Suffolk University’s Sawyer Business School on the Principles of Business Law

2020 Ones to Watch: Adam Ponte, Attorney at Fletcher Tilton PC

Which project, deal, or transaction was the “game-changer” in the advancement of your career? I recently represented the seller in an intra-family sale of ownership interest in one of the oldest restaurants in the world.