Real Estate Addicts

A Real Estate Addicts regular Ricky Beliveau is back to discuss navigating development challenges during rising interest rates, including creative funding solutions that kept major projects like his 173-unit Worcester build on track. He details the growth of his various companies—from development to brokerage to property management—and explains how market shifts have pushed him toward single-family luxury projects and affordable-housing partnerships. The conversation also dives deep into the difficulties of entitling projects in Boston, construction-cost realities, and the tightening multifamily market. Overall, Ricky provides an inside look at adapting strategy and structure to survive a volatile real estate environment. 

This episode dives into the realities of being a landlord, especially around the hectic September 1st “move-in season” in Boston. The hosts share lessons learned from handling tenant turnovers, maintenance issues, and balancing expectations between renters and property owners. They also discuss tools for managing properties, lease terms, security deposits, and policies on renter’s insurance. The conversation wraps with insights on the new Massachusetts brokerage fee changes and how they’re reshaping rental practices for landlords and agents alike. 

In this episode, Marc shares his experience as a judge for Good Housekeeping Magazine’s Home Renovation Awards, testing and reviewing a wide range of home products. The hosts discuss both standout innovations—like smart dimmers, densified hardwood flooring, and inverter heat pumps—and product frustrations, including noisy water heaters and unreliable smart tech. Dan and Marc trade stories about home gadgets, from smart toilets and lighting to outdoor tools and decking materials, highlighting what’s worth the investment. The conversation offers a fun, insider look at emerging home technologies and practical takeaways for homeowners and builders alike. 

In this episode, Marc shares a story about a recent trip to Italy before diving into the complex realities of home renovation and zoning regulations. Dan shares his experience rebuilding his own single-family home and the unexpected challenges caused by local zoning interpretations, special permits, and costly site work. The discussion expands into broader frustrations with building codes, occupancy classifications, and municipal inconsistencies that often complicate real estate development. The episode wraps with reflections on construction costs, design choices, and lessons learned from navigating bureaucracy and building a dream home. 

In this episode, the guys dive into the topic of investing in vacation properties versus traditional investments like stocks. They share personal experiences with owning rental homes, discussing the financial realities, tax implications, and emotional factors that come with property ownership. The conversation explores balancing personal enjoyment with profitability, as well as practical tips for managing and marketing short-term rentals. They close with reflections on ideal second-home locations and the evolving landscape of real estate investing.