Do you hear that knocking? Is it an Opportunity…Zone? Opportunity Zones are plentiful in the United States. They don’t have anything to do with zoning permits, though you’ll still need them if you plan to develop. When it comes to CRE investing, Opportunity Zones feature unique benefits that can deliver exceptional returns. Opportunity Zones exist in practically every state, ...
To further democratize knowledge about commercial real estate, Lev started an interview series with all kinds of CREF pros: everyone from multifamily and medical to cannabis and construction. This time we connected with Atlas Real Estate Partners Managing Director and COO Noah Weiss. Atlas has executed 50 deals since being founded in 2009, with a combined value of $1,500,000,000. Atlas ...
If you’re reading this, you’ve likely already shown an interest in manufactured homes, and it’s no wonder. Manufactured housing is booming, as the cost of site-built homes rises, supply shortages halt new construction and remote workers seek larger living spaces. But is a manufactured home a viable CRE investment option — I mean, there are all those unknowns to think ...
Tony Marquez is the President of Commercial Banking at EagleBank. Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., EagleBank is a community bank serving the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area with over $10 billion of assets. Tony joined EagleBank in 2011 as the Chief Real Estate Lender. Prior to joining EagleBank, Tony established the real estate lending franchise for HSBC for the Washington, D.C. market ...
There are many financial and tax benefits to investing in an apartment complex, often marketed as an “apartment community.” An understanding of the different types of apartment complexes on the market, as well as some key questions to consider, will help position an investor for a successful acquisition process. This article covers the advantages and disadvantages of investing in an ...
I recently came across a Midwest multifamily deal that was for sale. I had seen the seller around social media. How could I not? The seller routinely shows off his private jets and how many millions he is making for his investors (which I don't doubt since he was in multifamily since 2013). Watching the marketing material, you get the ...
One growing trend with luxury towers is having a lifestyle director. It’s a cross between an events manager, a luxury concierge and an in-house curator of cool. Typically lifestyle directors are known for being an activity director, which plays a key role in offering a social calendar for residents, as well as a sense of community. They are an added ...
When it comes to the luxury condo market, rarely does Seattle come to mind. However, a new tower that recently went up could change the game. The Modern is setting the bar for next-level luxury in Seattle, a project by commercial developer, Martin Selig Real Estate, and designed by Perkins & Will architecture firm. Last year the Seattle rental market ...
When it comes to luxury condominiums, hotel and car brands are leading the way. No longer are luxury towers their own entities. A much louder — and stronger — method of branding a residency is for it to be an arm of an already-existing and much larger brand that is synonymous with top notch service and luxury amenities. With more ...
There are luxury towers, and then there are ultra-luxe towers for ultra high net worth individuals. These ultra-luxe amenities have to be spectacular. Otherwise wealthy buyers won’t come knocking, and today, there’s so much competition within the luxury market. With the rise of luxury condo towers that are opening, from brands like St. Regis Residencies, the Porsche Tower, the Aston ...
Lev is using technology to transform the CRE financing process.
Lev is using technology to transform the CRE financing process.