Industry News
Protecting Boston’s Buildings from a Hidden Hazard
Christian Simonelli leads the Boston Groundwater Trust, an independent nonprofit that has a key hand in major construction projects in iconic neighborhoods like the Back Bay
Most Buyers Up for a Cash Payback
If you purchased a property that was listed on any multiple listing service and paid a commission to a real estate agent, you may be entitled to a cash payment – albeit a small one.
Bay State Rises to 15th for Businesses, Dragged Down by Costs
Massachusetts rose to 15th overall in CNBC’s top states for business ranking in 2026, though it still faces challenges due to how much it costs to do business here.
The Gossip Report: July 31, 2026
The first entry in this week’s roundup of Massachusetts’ most expensive home sales made a bit of a splash the last time it was listed, thanks to a transparent elevator.
Retail Development Approved on Route 9 in Shrewsbury
A 25-acre former soda bottling plant in Shrewsbury would be redeveloped as retail pads and an apartment complex under proposals under review by state and local officials.
Trinity Financial Exec Joins WinnDevelopment
Abby Goldenfarb, a real estate executive who’s overseen projects creating more than 2,300 apartments in her career, is joining WinnDevelopment.
Beacon Bank Deals With Four Loans in Second Quarter
Boston-based Beacon Bank dealt with four troubled loans as it sought to improve its asset quality last quarter, the bank announced Wednesday.
Fenway Apartment Portfolio Trades for $37M
A pair of apartment buildings in the Fenway traded for $37.5 million in two acquisitions by the owner of a Beacon Hill hotel.
Barros Backs Away from Springfield Courthouse Project as Legal Pressure Mounts
John Barros, interim director of the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, has withdrawn from the development team behind the controversial Springfield courthouse project as legal and political pressure mounts over the state’s selection.
Federal Housing Law Includes Modest Help for Mass.
A new bipartisan housing law includes financing reforms and zoning incentives that could chip away at some of the many barriers to building in Massachusetts. But its flashiest provision won’t do much.
Beacon Bank Opens Branch in Braintree
Beacon Bank recently held a grand opening ceremony for a new branch in Braintree, marking its expansion on the South Shore.
This Chinatown Tower Is Returning to Its Industrial Roots
The Hudson Building was built for garment manufacturing nearly 100 years ago. Now, it’s catering to 21st century tenants wanting scarce industrial space in the urban core.
Affordable Condos Remain Available at New Lowell Development
A newly completed development in Lowell’s Acre neighborhood created 33 affordable home ownership condominiums after receiving funding from the state’s Commonwealth Builder program.
Luxury Brokerage Adds Ex-Coldwell Banker Realtors
Former Coldwell Banker Realtors Steve and Nicole Connolly are joining MGS Group Real Estate, the latter brokerage announced.
Downtown Law Firm Relocating to South Station Tower
The latest shuffling of office space among downtown Boston tenants has Greenberg Traurig relocating from International Place to the new South Station Tower.
Gibson Sotheby’s Acquires North Shore Brokerage
Boston-based Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty acquired a 40-agent brokerage, significantly expanding its footprint on the North Shore.
Lender Takes Over South End Properties from Lab Mega-Landlord
BioMed Realty wanted to make 321 Harrison Ave. and 1000 Washington St. an extension of Boston’s life science cluster. But demand for lab space has crashed.
Eastern Bank Claims Progress in Drive for Organic Growth in Q2
Eastern Bank executives said the bank’s bottom line aided by improved asset quality and fee generation from its wealth management sector in the second quarter.
After Proposing Hotel, Developer Lists Waterfront Property
Less than six months after proposing a 113-room luxury hotel and restaurant on the Boston waterfront, the new owners of the Atlantic Avenue property are looking to sell.
Senators Show They’re Up for Some of ‘Fun Agenda,’ but Not All of It
A local option for happy hour, capping the resale prices of concert tickets and studying ways to host more soccer tournaments made it into the bill.
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