Laura Valean is an Executive Editor with Commercial Property Executive and Multi-Housing News. She has a 12-year background in broadcast media and joined the CPE-MHN team in 2016. Laura edits in-depth stories on key trends shaping the commercial and multifamily real estate industries, coordinating a team of experienced writers. She also hosts award-winning podcast shows for both brands, including Mission Success: Women in Multifamily, NAA Insights, FTI Experts’ Hub, RICS Monitor and CREW Up.
Laura holds a B.A. in Journalism and an M.A. in Media Management. She can be reached at📧 laura.valean@cpe-mhn.com
PRG Makes Fourth Lexington Acquisition
The company bought the 208-unit Resort at Lake Crossing for $22 million.
Militello Exits Two Multifamily Investments
Hillwood Pointe Apartments in Nashville, Tenn. and Hampton Oaks Apartments in North Charleston, S.C. sold for over $36 million.
New Leadership for WinnResidential’s Western Portfolio
With 27 years of experience, Kevin Grani was named senior vice president of the company’s western region division.
Forbes Moves Up the Ladder at FirstService Residential
The company has promoted Christina Forbes to senior vice president of the property management division.
Partnership Lands $170M Loan for Luxury Chicago Tower
Oxford Capital Group and Quadrum Global secured financing for Essex on the Park, a 479-unit project on Michigan Avenue.
Berkadia Secures $50M in Financing for Cleveland Project
The company secured the loan from Related Fund Management for the development of Centric Apartments, a 272-unit community.
GracePointe Crossing Breaks Ground on $50M Expansion
The Cambridge, Minn., redevelopment includes the addition of 50 senior units and 18 assisted living memory care apartments.
Port St. Lucie’s Apex Prima Vista Changes Hands for $38M
Bluerock Residential Growth REIT acquired the 320-unit property in Florida through a joint venture with the Carroll Org.
Griffis/Blessing Ends 2016 with $85M Deal
The Colorado Springs-based company purchased two properties in metro Denver, totaling 454 units.
Historic KC Building Becomes the Continental Apartments
Following a $50 million investment, the Mark Twain Tower will be transformed into a 154-unit apartment building.