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 writes and edits in-depth stories on the hottest topics in the real estate industry, but she is also the host of award-winning podcast shows for both brands. Laura holds a B.A. in Journalism and an M.A. in Media Management.
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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.
CA Ventures Announces Promotions
JJ Smith, Ben Burke and Matt Booma are named in top positions, following their significant contributions to the growth of the firm’s divisions.
Walker & Dunlop Handles Acquisition Financing for NC Community
The company originated a $26 million loan for Waypoint Residential, which used the financing to acquire Waterlynn Ridge Apartments in Mooresville.
Colliers Handles Largest Stockton Transaction in Past 5 Years
ROEM Development acquired Polo Run Apartments for $21 million and is now planning to convert the 320-unit community into affordable housing.
First Mixed-Use Project in KC Berkley Riverfront Park Breaks Ground
Flaherty & Collins Properties and Port KC plan a $72 million investment.
Marcus & Millichap Closes LA-Area Sale
The two-building, 48-unit multifamily asset sold for $12.5 million.