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Curious George Harvard
07Sep
Harvard Square Redevelopment
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A landmark of Harvard Square is set to be redeveloped after a trio of buildings in the historic space were purchased last October for $85 million. Equity One has filed plans for the redevelopment of the complex between Brattle, JFK and Mount Auburn streets in Harvard Square. The plans have been filed with the Cambridge […]

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CRE Dog
06Sep
Pets and Commercial Real Estate Sectors
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Pets, dogs in particular, have more of an affect on commercial real estate sectors than may be initially evident. Dogs can have a strong impact on multi-family developments, office space and retail space, as explained by a recent analysis by Hightower. Multi-family  Becoming pet-friendly creates a larger market for a community and adds a much sought after […]

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Wynn Boston Harbor Casino
29Aug
Wynn Boston Harbor Casino Moves Forward
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Somerville announced that it will no longer fight to challenge Wynn Boston Harbor environmental permit, according to Boston Business Journal. The huge gaming resort development is due to open in Everett in June 2019, received a license earlier this month and began construction. Despite the license Somerville officials were strongly considering seeking a judicial review […]

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26Aug
Faneuil Hall Celebrates 40th Anniversary
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This August marks the 40th anniversary of the reopening of Faneuil Hall Marketplace and to honor the occasion they are celebrating throughout the weekend. Originally built in 1742, Faneuil Hall has always been home to merchants and acted as a major meeting space in the city. The market remained a major business hub throughout the 1800’s […]

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Retail Tech
23Aug
How Technology is Changing Retail
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With the emergence of digital and online shopping many have long expected physical retail stores to slowly fade away, however that is not the case. Instead of taking the place of physical retail space, retailers are finding that best practice is to integrate their digital presence with their physical space, creating a whole new shopping experience. […]

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