After thirty years in the financial services consulting sector, Tobey Kelly decided it was time to take a step back and develop a plan for her “second act.” In June of 2018, Tobey left her job in the corporate world and by November 2018, her and Tim were the newest franchisees for Goldfish Swim School in Milford, MA.

We have focused on who can utilize a 1031 Exchange, what types of properties qualify, when is the best time to exchange and most often, how the process works. However, it is equally as important to understand WHY investors exchange, so you can better determine if an exchange is right for your business.

When the state of Massachusetts shut down, the large Boston office buildings emptied. With that mass exodus, Myeong Lowe, founder and owner of Utopia Cleaners, witnessed the need for dry cleaning services plummet overnight; No button-down shirts, suits, and handle with care apparel required for these now remote workers.

The Northern Bank Charitable Foundation annually selects a child of one of our local police or firefighters as the recipient of the James E. McGarry scholarship. The 2020 scholarship winner, Samantha Galvin graduated with a 4.0 from North Reading High School and will be attending Harvard University in the fall.

COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the homeless families in our communities, with many going hungry.

During this challenging and uncertain time, our goal at Northern Bank is to provide the high level of service and support that we have delivered for the past 60 years. We know this current situation has not only impacted your everyday lives, it has also put an economic strain on many of our business and consumer customers.

In 1964, the Edward M. Connolly Insurance Agency, a family-owned business, moved into a charming yellow Victorian that once housed the J.M. Fletcher general store, circa 1855. In 1997 he purchased and renovated the building to make it their place of business and family home.

Now more than ever people are turning to their healthcare providers for guidance and support. Acton Medical Associates has remained committed to their patients during these challenging times, acting as a trusted resource for information and advice.

Libby Dagostino purchased the Littleton consignment shop, Options Boutique, in July of 2019. During the Pandemic, she tapped into the expertise of local businesses and loyal customers. “People were reaching out to me on a daily basis, offering advice and help.” 

Since the pandemic started, some projects have been put on hold, but fortunately, most of Sheila’s work has continued. Sheila Clarke, a Reading native and owner of M&H Interiors, shared that due to the stay at home order, people are now working from their kitchens or living rooms and those design projects are top of mind.

After more than a decade working in business development for international law firms, Lauren Macaulay was ready to explore a new career path. Hear Lauren's journey to becoming a TITLE Boxing Club franchisee and how she has pivoted during the Pandemic.

Center Stage in Melrose was forced to close their doors when COVID-19 struck. Navigating through this unprecedented time has not been easy, but not even a pandemic could stop this mother-daughter duo.