Dear Northern Middlesex Residents,
I am thrilled to endorse Joe Ready for the position of Register of Deeds. As a Massachusetts State Senator and an attorney by profession who has specialized in real estate conveyancing, I understand the critical expertise, vision, and management experience required for this vital role. I have no doubt that Joe is uniquely qualified to build upon the exceptional work of Richard Howe, Jr., and to further enhance the Northern Middlesex Registry of Deeds for the benefit of our community.
Joe’s commitment to safeguarding residents against fraud, combined with his keen understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by advancements in AI technology, makes him an outstanding candidate. His dedication to making the registry more accessible and improving language accessibility for all users is particularly noteworthy and demonstrates his commitment to serving our diverse community.
With a deep understanding of real estate and land documents, as well as Massachusetts General Laws, Joe is well-equipped to run the day-to-day operations of the registry. His proven ability to collaborate with legislators and stakeholders at all levels, along with his work on the Chelmsford Master Plan and Economic Development committees, provides him with the knowledge and skills needed to propose and secure funding based on merit through well-developed and compelling written proposals. Joe’s innovative and collaborative mindset has consistently led to successful outcomes, and I am confident that he will work effectively with the Secretary of State to achieve the goals and objectives of the Northern Middlesex Registry of Deeds.
In the event that additional funding sources are required beyond the existing technology fund, Joe will proactively seek collaborative opportunities with the other 21 registers across the state to first identify potential savings and synergies. Should further funding be necessary for registry operations, Joe’s expertise in data-driven budgeting, developing comprehensive plans, and articulating the merits of those plans will be invaluable in securing funding equitably through the proper channels and protocols. His strategic vision and creativity will resonate with state decision-makers, paving the way for additional funding opportunities.
Joe’s experience at Suffolk Law School in the Registrars and Admissions Office, combined with his role at Harvard Law School’s Career Services Office and his successful establishment of a real estate brokerage, has equipped him with the strong foundation necessary to effectively lead and manage the registry.
His vision for a more accessible, responsive, and secure registry is clearly articulated on his website, demonstrating not only his capacity for generating innovative ideas but also his ability to execute them successfully. I am confident that Joe will bring the same creativity and efficiency to the Register of Deeds position that he has consistently exhibited throughout his career.
I invite you to join me in supporting Joe Ready’s candidacy for Register of Deeds. I believe Joe will be an outstanding leader, driving significant advancements for our community as your next Register of Deeds.
Sincerely,
Barry Finegold
Massachusetts State Senator
Wilmington Apple 