The CRE Insider
The Year Massachusetts Got Serious About Housing Production
2023 ushered in new policy initiatives to tackle the housing crisis. Is 2024 the year we get production back on track, as all levels of government signal they are prioritizing big solutions?
Serial ADA Plaintiff Makes a Hasty Retreat
The Supreme Court’s decision to dismiss an activist’s case, however, leaves the question unsettled of who can sue over Americans with Disabilities Act violations.
Demonstrating a New Model for Affordable Home Ownership
Dariela Villón-Maga has first-hand experience in the role that affordable housing can play in neighborhood stability. Now, Villon-Maga’s DMV Housing Partners is creating new affordable home ownership opportunities in Boston
A Win for Affordable Housing in the Fenway
A religious order’s disposition of a 140-unit building was the perfect example of an opportunity to preserve this critical housing in a neighborhood with excellent access to public transit and amenities.
No Rapid Path to Housing Boom After MBTA Rezoning
A vital ingredient in generating more housing across Massachusetts is moving forward in several municipalities ahead of an end-of-year deadline. But that doesn’t mean there’s suddenly a silver bullet for housing creation, developers say.
What Motivates Boston Renters to Explore New Communities
New survey data will help you understand your renters and earn their trust in a way that can build long-term tenant relationships.
Bankers’ Help Will Be Key to Downtown’s Next Chapter
Retail vacancies are dropping and the number of restaurants and new, diverse businesses are rising, but downtown property owners need lenders’ help to confront broader headwinds.