Category: Owners Developers & Managers

Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción and the Boston Housing Authority celebrate completion of 146 affordable housing units

Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción and the Boston Housing Authority celebrate completion of 146 affordab...

December 6, 2024
Boston, MA Boston mayor Michelle Wu joined Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción (IBA) and the Boston Housing Authority (BHA) to celebrate the completion of a major renovation project preserving 146 affordable housing units at the West Newton and Rutland Apartments in the city’s historic South End neighborhood.
Woonasquatucket River Stormwater Management 2.0  - by Jim Riordan

Woonasquatucket River Stormwater Management 2.0 - by Jim Riordan

December 6, 2024
The Woonasquatucket River begins in the swamps of North Smithfield, R.I., flows through downtown Providence, and merges with the Seekonk River at the head of Narragansett Bay. Known as the location of the annual “Waterfire” demonstration each summer in Waterplace Park, not far from the Capitol building,
National Development completes 210,600 s/f distribution facility

National Development completes 210,600 s/f distribution facility

December 6, 2024
West Bridgewater, MA National Development has completed 586 Manley St., a 210,600 s/f class A logistics, warehouse, and distribution facility. Designed to meet institutional-quality standards, 586 Manley St. offers an array of features that make it an ideal location for logistics and distribution operations.
Tecta America acquires Eagle Cornice Company

Tecta America acquires Eagle Cornice Company

December 6, 2024
Boston, MA Tecta America, one of the national leaders in commercial roofing, has acquired Eagle Cornice Company, based in Cranston, R.I. Eagle Cornice Co. has served businesses and organizations of all sizes across New England since 1901.
Crystal Window & Door launches new vinyl sliding patio door

Crystal Window & Door launches new vinyl sliding patio door

December 6, 2024
Boston, MA Crystal Window & Door Systems, the award-winning national manufacturer, has introduced its new Series 1600 vinyl sliding patio door. The new door offers notable advancements over previous Crystal vinyl sliding door models, including superior thermal and structural performance as well as three- and four-panel options.
Waterton acquires Residences at Stevens Pond in Saugus, MA - 326-unit property

Waterton acquires Residences at Stevens Pond in Saugus, MA - 326-unit property

December 6, 2024
Saugus, MA Waterton, a national real estate investor and operator, has acquired Residences at Stevens Pond, a 326-unit garden style rental community. The variety of floor plan options – including townhomes with attached garages and loft-style residences – combined with a low density site plan sets the community
The perils of ambiguous terms in an insurance policy: Zurich American Insurance Co. v. Medical Properties Trust, Inc.

The perils of ambiguous terms in an insurance policy: Zurich American Insurance Co. v. Medical Prope...

December 6, 2024
In July 2024, the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts ruled in favor of insureds in a dispute over an ambiguous term in two policies insuring Norwood Hospital in Norwood, Mass. The issue at hand in Zurich American Insurance Company v. Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (and a consolidated case [1]) (Docket No. SJC-13535),
Keliher of Mainsail Management Inc. to manage new 21-unit property at 69 Bailey St., Dorchester

Keliher of Mainsail Management Inc. to manage new 21-unit property at 69 Bailey St., Dorchester

December 6, 2024
Dorchester, MA Mainsail Management has celebrated the completion of 21 new residential units at 69 Bailey St. This building features three affordable housing units. All units are now fully occupied,
Peabody Properties wins National Affordable Housing Management Association Vanguard Award

Peabody Properties wins National Affordable Housing Management Association Vanguard Award

December 6, 2024
Charlestown, MA According to Peabody Properties, The Charlestown has been named a recipient of the 2024 Vanguard Award for Major Rehabilitation of an Existing Rental Housing Community by the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA).
BOMA Boston update: TOBY and Industry Awards, 2025 membership and 2025 International Conference

BOMA Boston update: TOBY and Industry Awards, 2025 membership and 2025 International Conference

December 6, 2024
Boston, MA The 2024 BOMA Boston TOBY & Industry Awards were held on Thursday, November 14th. Around 700 real estate professionals and guests gathered at the Westin Copley Place to celebrate individuals and buildings recognized for industry excellence.
IREM president’s message: Reflecting on 2024 and anticipating 2025

IREM president’s message: Reflecting on 2024 and anticipating 2025

December 6, 2024
As the year draws to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the events the IREM Boston Chapter hosted and the issues we addressed throughout 2024. Advocacy for the policies and regulations that benefit the real estate management industry, the importance of professional development, and networking and community building were a few of the key issues we focused on this year.
CAI Legislative Action Committee 2024 review and update

CAI Legislative Action Committee 2024 review and update

December 6, 2024
A very active session for CAI Legislative Action Committees (LACs) around New England marked milestone legislation passed in some New England states while other bills, championed by LAC delegates before legislators at committee hearings,