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Braintree, MA (June 22, 2020) – Leading affordable housing real estate firm implements robust service programs, celebrates recent landmark developments.
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The Peabody Companies Partner with Boston Health Care
Braintree, MA (May 27, 2020) – Employees throughout the Peabody Companies donated items for the homeless program.
The Peabody Companies completed a winter clothing drive throughout its organization to benefit the Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (BHCHP)…
Peabody Properties Achieves High Marks for Contracting with Diverse Businesses
Braintree, MA (May 20, 2020) – MassHousing’s Diversity & Inclusion Division works with property management companies across Massachusetts to set and achieve goals for working with diverse businesses in their operations. One of those partners is Peabody Properties, who achieved great success in contracting with minority- and women-owned businesses in the first half of fiscal year…
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CARES Program Supports Community Residents
Braintree, MA (April 27, 2020) – The Peabody Companies, a group of property management and real estate firms, recently launched the Peabody Community And Resident Emergency Support (CARES) Program. Aligned with Peabody’s mission-driven, relationship-focused approach and intended to proactively address the growing needs of residents during the COVID-19 crisis, the CARES program is comprised of…
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Rockport Mortgage Corp. handles $9 million financing for Lowell Belvidere Apartments – managed by Peabody Properties
Lowell, MA (April 24, 2020) – Rockport Mortgage Corp. completed the closing of an FHA Section 223(f) refinancing loan totaling $9 million for the Lowell Belvidere Apartments. The property is managed by Peabody Properties.
The Added Value of Resident Services in Housing
Braintree, MA (March 25, 2020) – Throughout this time in our history, one of the many lessons we’re learning is that it’s hard to be alone. And another lesson (which many of us have already known), is that our vulnerable populations, including those older generations or those with underlying medical conditions, can quickly become even…
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Rockport Mortgage Announce $42.7M in Financing for Melville Towers Apartments in New Bedford
New Bedford, MA (March 10, 2020) – Rockport Mortgage Corporation recently announced the closing of an FHA Section 223(f) refinancing loan totaling $42.7 million for Melville Towers, an elderly apartment complex located at 850 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, MA. The property is owned by the non-profit Affordable Housing & Services Collaborative, Inc. and managed by Peabody Properties.
Rockport Mortgage Announces $50M+ in Refinancing for Two Apartment Complexes in New Bedford and Lowell
Lowell, MA (March 10, 2020) – Rockport Mortgage Corporation recently announced the closing of an FHA Section 223(f) refinancing loan totaling $9 million for the Lowell Belvidere Apartments in Lowell, MA. The property is managed by Peabody Properties.
Recruiting for a New Generation
Braintree, MA (December 10, 2019) – Each member of Generation Z is different from the workers who came before, which makes it critical for recruiters to consider new approaches and apply them to the ways they attract and acquire talent. Peabody’s VP of HR, Heather McCann shares insight into how to engage and attract the…
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98 Essex Street fills housing needs
Affordable apartment building opens in Haverhill
Haverhill, MA (November 6, 2019) – The former Shoe and Leather Associates at 98 Essex St., also known as the Chen building, had its grand opening as a new multifaceted structure — boasting affordable and workforce apartments connected to a parking garage.
NEREJ 2019 Women in Commercial Real Estate – Laurie McGrath, Vice President, Affordable Housing
Congratulations Laurie McGrath on being featured in September issue of New England Real Estate Journal – Women In Real Estate Spotlight Braintree, MA (September 4, 2019) – Laurie McGrath is Vice President of Affordable Housing at The Peabody Companies. Since joining Peabody 24 years ago, she has demonstrated a commitment to maintaining a high standard…
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Continuing To Build On the “Best” Status in the Workplace
Braintree, MA (March 28, 2019) – Being recognized as a “best place to work” is a true testament to a company’s culture – PPI’s Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives shares insight into keeping the “Best” in a “Best Place to Work”.
Peabody Properties, Inc. far exceeds their MBE and WBE goals
Braintree, MA (March 26, 2019) – Going above and beyond to contract with minority-and women-owned businesses. High achiever for MBE awards at Roxse Homes in Boston’s South End and WBE awards at The Fairways in Lakeville.
Women in Business Helping Other Women by Example, Mentoring and Leadership
Karen Fish-Will, CEO and Melissa Fish-Crane, COO, are featured in the November edition of Cape & Plymouth Business Magazine. Braintree, MA (November 20, 2018) – Veterans’ housing remains a top priority, along with a commitment to resident services “as a unique area of expertise within the field of property management”, says sisters Karen Fish-Will and Melissa…
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Preventing Gun Violence in Rental Housing
Braintree, MA (June 11, 2018) – Peabody Properties offers training for its onsite staff through its Peabody University, with training conducted by SaferPlaces, Inc.Â