Category: Finance

Worcester, MA According to Rockland Trust, Robert Paulsen has been appointed as senior vice president, commercial banking center manager for the local commercial banking center. Paulsen will be leading the local commercial team as well as developing new commercial and industrial (C&I) relationships across the greater Worcester region.

Greenwich, CT Worth Avenue Capital, LLC (WAC) has closed a $3.75 million commercial loan for a construction company that specializes in both renovating existing homes as well as constructing new luxury homes. This company is a multiple repeat borrower for WAC who has partnered with this borrower on seven transactions over the last four years.

It’s not a generalization to say that appraisers and the appraisal profession are deliberative, and can be hesitant to change without proven reasons to do so. But change is here. Appraisers are now faced with evaluating AI technology and how the technology can-and-will-impact appraisal theory and practice. This technology has evolved in the past couple of years to have capabilities that appraisers can use to their advantage.

Connecticut, often recognized for its picturesque landscapes, quaint towns, and proximity to major metropolitan areas, has been a desirable place for property owners, especially for those investing in apartment buildings. However, recent years have seen a significant rise in apartment tax assessments,

Fall is a time for change. The last summer romp and first frost, at least in the northeast. A good time to take a leap forward. Pardon the shorthand and flagrant redundancy, deliberated to reflect the rhythm that is apparent.

In a former life, I was an urban planner in Los Angeles for a year or so. Planning, you say, Los Angeles? Really? Early on, I learned that planning and building in places like L.A. are ephemeral at best. In fact, I was told an L.A. building life span was about 25 years, after which it was demolished for a newer and better use.

Boston, MA According to The Real Estate Finance Association (REFA), Paul Nasser, president of Intercontinental Real Estate, has been selected to receive the Robert S. Swain, Jr. Distinguished Service Award at the 36th Annual REFA Gala to be held Thursday, October 17th, 2024 at the Omni Seaport.

Essex, CT Bryan Jambard, Jr., CPA has been promoted to vice president controller at Essex Savings Bank. Jambard is a Tolland resident and certified public accountant in Connecticut. He earned his BSBA in accounting from Bryant University and MBA from Quinnipiac University.

Danbury, CT According to Union Savings Bank (USB) Elizabeth Brucker has joined the bank as a residential mortgage loan originator. In her new position, Brucker is responsible for originating residential mortgages, guiding first-time home buyers,

Boston, MA Sponsorships and tickets are available for the 36th Annual REFA Gala on Thursday, October 17th at the Omni Boston at the Seaport, honoring Paul Nasser, president, Intercontinental Real Estate Corp. with the Swain Distinguished Service Award.

Preserving wealth across multiple generations requires strategic planning, foresight, and the right investment vehicles. Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) offer a powerful solution for families looking to build and protect their financial legacy and to efficiently plan for their estate.

Our current, highly competitive real estate market poses specific challenges for investors who are considering taking advantage of a tax-deferred 1031 exchange. In this market, investors will have no problem selling their current property if priced properly, but they may find it difficult to find a suitable replacement property