Judge Rules BlueHub Broke Mass. Consumer Laws
A state Superior Court judge has ruled that Boston-based BlueHub Capital violated Massachusetts’ predatory lending statutes and other consumer protection laws.
Berkshire, Brookline Given Go-Ahead to Merge
Berkshire Bank and the multi-bank parent company for Brookline Bank announced they have received all required regulatory approvals to complete their $1.1 billion proposed merger.
Boston’s Lab Market Faced Glut of Space. Now It’s Got a Shrinking Tenant Pool, Too
An annual state-of-the-industry report by Massachusetts’ main biotech trade group is full of unwelcome news to developers, investors and lenders exposed to the state’s life science real estate market.
Brighton Apartments Open, with Two Month’s Free Rent on ‘Select Units’
Brighton’s newest multifamily rental property has opened its doors in time for the all-important Sept. 1 move-in date, and some of its new residents could get lucky.
Tax Change Lifts Plans for “Hyperscale” Data Center Campus in Westfield
Developers in the coming months could break ground on a western Massachusetts data center campus where investments could total $4 billion, a project buoyed by a new state tax incentive.
Gen-Z Struggling to Afford Housing Payments
Seven in 10 Gen Z and Millennial renters struggle to afford their regular housing payments, as do 41 percent of homeowners in that age group, according to a new report from Redfin.
Boston’s Wealthy Are Clustering, New Report Says
A new report from Boston Indicators has found that Greater Boston neighborhoods increasingly divide into a world of haves and have-nots, even as it’s somewhat less segregated by race.
Banks, Private CRE Lenders Eye Busy Fall
Expected Federal Reserve interest rate cuts have local bankers looking for ways to shave basis points off commercial real estate loan rates – and private lenders planning to defend market positions
Hot Property: Brimmer & May
A new recreation and wellness center at Newton’s Brimmer and May School includes a high school basketball court with capacity for 300 spectators and four classrooms for an extended day program.
SJC Limits Landlords’ Use of Security Deposits
When one of its tenants vacated her apartment without using professional cleaning services, a landlord deducted $115 from her security deposit. It could face a class-action lawsuit.
Keeping Branches Relevant
As Citizens’ head of retail transformation, Karen Swiatocha plays a key role in the bank’s branch strategy. The bank recently opened its latest Massachusetts branch in Brockton.
Massachusetts Urban Conservancy Targets Unbuildable Land
If you’ve ever written a check to have grass mowed and said to yourself, “No one ever uses that grass,” we have an idea for you.
Downtown Flood Defense Plan Seeks Spending Solution
The Wharf District Council faces its most daunting challenge: coming up with the actual funds to pay for what it says are vital protections for downtown Boston.
Boston Updates Green Goals for Multifamily Sector
The Wu administration is focusing on how to wean Boston’s vast inventory of aging apartments off fossil fuels. But with electricity costs sky-high, landlord groups are wary.
Helping Developers Meet Higher Green Goals
Developers need to keep up to speed on an expanding array of environmental regulations, creating opportunities for Agnes Vorbrodt and her firm.
Healey Announces Guidelines for Housing Conversion Tax Credits
A new state tax credit will make $10 million available to developers for housing conversions that receive support from local officials.
Warnings, Fines Coming Soon for MBTA Fare Evaders
Scofflaws take notice: The MBTA announced Thursday it will launch a renewed effort to collect subway fares with written warnings and fines of up to $150 early next month.
The Gossip Report: Aug. 22, 2025
A 62nd-floor penthouse in downtown Boston’s Winthrop Center skyscraper takes the second spot in this week’s roundup of Massachusetts’ most expensive home sales.
Medtech Firm Relocates HQ to Blue Sky Drive
A medical technology company will expand and relocate to Burlington’s Blue Sky Center after signing a lease with owner Nordblom Co.
Hanover Crossing Apartments Sold for $156M
A 300-unit apartment complex developed as part of the mixed-use transformation of the Hanover Mall traded for nearly $156 million.
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