Braintree, MA and Salem, NH (September 10, 2026) – The Peabody Companies, a group of award-winning property management and real estate firms now celebrating its 50th anniversary, is pleased to announce that Marilyn Santiago of Salem, New Hampshire, has been awarded a New England Past President’s Scholarship by the Boston Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) to pursue an Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) designation.

The New England Past President’s Scholarship encourages education and industry knowledge by assisting recipients with the cost of tuition associated with earning an IREM credential.

Santiago joined The Peabody Companies in October of 2025 and is the property manager at both Rita Hall Apartments and Saunders School Apartments in Lawrence, Massachusetts.

“Congratulations are extended to Marilyn not only for receiving the IREM scholarship, but also for taking another step in her professional career,” said Erin Simas, learning and development manager with The Peabody Companies. “The ARM credential is recognized for industry excellence and will provide her with a platform for new opportunities.”