March
1
2009
Includes essays on the SoftSecond loan program in New Bedford, acquisition and rehabilitation of rental units in Lawrence, smart growth in Pittsfield, a 40B development in Middleborough, MHP technical assistance in Foxborough, and bond financing to refinance an expiring tax-credit project in Boston.
February
20
2009
This is a compilation of frequently asked questions about receivership.
February
20
2009
This document provides information about how receivership initiatives work in Springfield and Worcester. This document is a resource for municipalities interested in becoming involved in a receivership program.
January
1
2009
Economist Ed Moscovitch finds that the three most important factors in determining metro area employment growth are how much housing the region builds, its success in attracting new residents, and the extent to which it is dependent on manufacturing employment.
January
1
2009
This document contains data from the "Recipe for Growth" study and an explanation about how to read the data.
January
1
2009
In research commissioned by MHP, economist Ed Moscovitch finds that the three most important factors in determining metro area employment growth are how much housing the region builds, its success in attracting new residents, and the extent to which it is dependent on manufacturing employment.