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
Greysteel Markets SC Affordable Community
The company was selected to lead the sale of St. George Villas, a 40-unit affordable housing community in Dorchester County.
Cordish Cos. Unveils Plans for $120M Project
The developer opened a leasing center with a model unit in Two Light Luxury Apartments, the newest addition to the downtown Kansas City skyline.
L5 Investments JV Lands $17M KC-Area Community
The new owner of the 289-unit Lenexa Pointe is planning a $6 million renovation process.
The Beach Co. Breaks Ground on SC Community
Sola Station will complete the final phase of the CanalSide neighborhood in Columbia.
Gingko Residential Nabs NC Condos
The acquisition marks the firm’s first higher-end, mixed-use property in its portfolio.
Northridge Capital Closes $15M Investment in NC Development
The company established a joint venture with a local developer to build the 115-unit, Class A apartment building in Winston-Salem.
Rivergate KW Residential Expands Carolinas Portfolio
To support the demand for its services in the region, the company also added multifamily specialist Janette Hendershott as regional manager.
First Urban Town Center Development Breaks Ground in Leland, NC
The $32 million development will include a 309-unit community and 30,000 square feet of retail space.
Two NC Firms Develop 216-unit Community
Blue Ridge Cos. and Richardson Properties are teaming up to build Country Park at Tall Oaks, a new community in northern Greensboro.
RED Closes Refi Loans for Midwestern Affordable Community
The mortgage banking arm of Red Capital Group coordinated a MAP and Lean closing for the refinance and renovation of Portage Trail Village, a property in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.