Boston Real Estate Investors Association

10/24/2026

The group bought the historic Davis Square property for $12 million and launched a fundraiser to help pay down debt from the purchase.

10/24/2026

Everyone says they pay rent on time. 😉 But how do you know?

Bank statements showing past rent payments can help you verify their rental history instead of just taking their word for it.

A little homework now can save a lot of headaches later. 🔑Always verify! 🔎

10/24/2026

10/24/2026

“Landlords will not want to be on that list,” Council President Liz Breadon said. “I feel it puts a little pressure on them to do better and improve their standard of care for their tenants.”

10/24/2026

10/24/2026

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10/24/2026

Bank Financing for Real Estate Investors: Building a Stronger Borrowing Foundation
Finding a promising rental property is only part of building a real estate portfolio. Investors also need a financing approach that can support the purchase, leave room for unexpected expenses, and position them for future opportunities.

Private lending, seller financing, and partnerships receive plenty of attention in real estate circles. Traditional bank financing deserves consideration, too. For the right property and borrower, it can provide a practical way to finance rental investments while retaining ownership and control.

The challenge is understanding what makes a loan request attractive to a bank—and recognizing that a good property alone may not be enough.
Think Like a Lender
Investors naturally focus on a property’s potential. They see opportunities to increase rent, improve the building, and create long-term value.

A lender must also consider what could go wrong.

Bank Financing for Real Estate Investors: Building a Stronger Borrowing Foundation Finding a promising rental property is only part of building a real estate portfolio. Investors also need a financing approach that can support the purchase, leave room for unexpected expenses, and position them for f...

10/22/2026

Free Boston CRE Gathering: Meet Owners, Investors & Property Professionals | Nov. 13

10/22/2026

Rentals According to Apartment List’s National Rent Report for October, 2026, national median rent decreased 0.1% in September to $1,388. They say rents are down 0.4% compared to one year ago, but year-over-year rent growth has been steadily inching up and the vacancy rate is moving down, which th...