Working Together to Weather the COVID-19 Crisis

Working Together to Weather the COVID-19 Crisis

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During a time of considerable upheaval, it has been inspiring to see the nonprofit community not only continue its important work but also step up to address the many new needs created by the novel coronavirus. The Cummings organization is most grateful for those efforts and is pleased to support them in a variety of ways, described below. We are in this together, taking things day by day, and hope to come out stronger, more resilient, and with a more powerful sense of community. Emergency Funding Cummings Foundation has pledged $1 million in aid to local and statewide COVID-19 emergency funds. Its COVID-19 relief grants focus on local aid, support of frontline workers, assistance to vulnerable populations, and support of Black- and Latinx-owned small businesses. The Foundation will contribute $500,000…
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Is Office Space for Your Business the Right Move?

Is Office Space for Your Business the Right Move?

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Leasing office space for your business is a big step. Leasing a dedicated office space will likely bring new expenses, which is why many business owners are hesitant to take the leap. At Cummings Properties, we want to help you find the perfect office space once you have determined that your business is ready to scale up. These are a few signs your business is ready to upgrade to its own office space.  Is Your Workforce Expanding?  If you’re hiring employees for various jobs, having a dedicated office space can be a key ingredient in your recipe for success. Having your workforce in a cramped space can stilt productivity and creativity. Leasing an office space allows your workforce to continue to grow while giving people the space they need to…
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How Some Small Businesses Are Making It During the COVID-19 Crisis

How Some Small Businesses Are Making It During the COVID-19 Crisis

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The spread of the novel coronavirus across Massachusetts has brought big changes to businesses of all sizes and their customers. CDC and Massachusetts DPH guidance urges consumers to avoid getting up-close and personal with each other. Government mandates have forced many types of businesses to close their doors to customer crowds. As we all work to protect ourselves and each other through social distancing, several Woburn firms in the Cummings Properties portfolio have hit upon ways to keep a small business healthy through the COVID-19 crisis. Check out these creative solutions that are allowing our client firms to bring their services to a largely homebound public. Stay in Shape with Virtual Gym Classes Many of us use gym memberships as a way to stay physically fit and mentally sharp, burning…
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Expanding Your Business to Greater Boston? Here is How Partnering With Cummings Properties Can Help.

Expanding Your Business to Greater Boston? Here is How Partnering With Cummings Properties Can Help.

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Boston is a booming area that’s thriving for businesses, real estate, cuisine, and just about everything else you can imagine. If you’ve been looking to expand your business to the greater Boston area, partnering with Cummings Properties can help. Our team of experienced real estate professionals will be able to give you the head start you’ve been looking for.  Expertise in the Area Leasing agents at Cummings Properties are experts in the Boston area. We know which areas are the up-and-coming locations and which ones are stable business districts that will stay that way for the foreseeable future. Trying to choose a business location without guidance from a firm with this expertise could be a costly business move and end up losing you profit. We can help you choose a…
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Highlights from the Life Science and Healthcare Summit

Highlights from the Life Science and Healthcare Summit

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The migration of life science and healthcare firms to the suburbs was a hot topic at New England Real Estate Journal’s recent Life Science and Healthcare Summit. Senior Leasing Director Rob Yacobian of Cummings Properties was one of four experts on a panel discussing location-related trends for the biotech sector. Read below for the highlights of Rob’s contributions to the conversation. How the life science boom has affected the Cummings portfolio Life science firms currently make up more than 10 percent of the Company’s portfolio, with the largest concentrations in Woburn, Beverly, and Medford. The type of space most in demand by these biotech firms has evolved over the years. Cummings initially worked with many early-stage firms seeking single-story buildings with a mix of office and lab space. Today, an…
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Advantages of Cummings Properties Lab Spaces

Advantages of Cummings Properties Lab Spaces

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The greater Boston area is known for being home to a great many companies in the biotech, pharmaceutical, and life sciences industries. With numerous colleges and universities in the area, local businesses have ample talent to draw from when staffing labs and offices. Cummings Properties has been a fixture of the technology and life sciences industries since we began leasing commercial space in 1970. Continue reading to learn more about the top lab spaces we provide for Boston’s biotech, pharma, and life sciences companies. Competitive Lab Rates Cummings Properties’ lab spaces are just outside Boston’s city limits, which means you won't be paying downtown Boston prices on your lease. In addition to our lease agreements being significantly more cost-effective than those in Boston proper and Cambridge, MA, our lab spaces…
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Where to Shop for Holiday Gifts in Greater Boston

Where to Shop for Holiday Gifts in Greater Boston

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With gift-giving season fast approaching, now is the time to map out your holiday shopping plans. Year after year, we struggle to wow our loved ones without breaking the bank or pulling a mental muscle. If you find yourself stressing about coming up with clever, heartfelt holiday presents for the special people in your life, read on. From toys to books to spa treatments and gift baskets, Cummings Properties’ many leasing clients have you covered with gift options available for purchase online and in-store around the North Shore. Culinary Gifts Have you been tasked with bringing dessert to this year’s holiday dinner? An easily transportable treat from Edible Arrangements is a sure crowd-pleaser at any gathering. If your audience is prone to food allergies, you might pick up a few…
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