Category Archives: Real Estate

The Alliven Group Announces Sell Out of Latest Development

LAKEWOOOD, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Alliven Group, a New Jersey-based real estate firm, has announced that Prospect Vines, the firm's latest development in Lakewood, has sold its final units for a total sell out of $65 million. With 159 townhouses spread across 12-plus acres, this is the sixth residential project in Lakewood completed by The Alliven Group since 2009.

Amboy Bank provided $39 million in construction financing for Prospect Pines over three phases. The thoughtfully designed development includes three parks, multiple playgrounds, and a 17,000 sq. ft clubhouse spread over three floors.

Each 2,600-square-foot residence features two floors, four or five bedrooms, a deck, backyard and basement, and is surrounded by lush landscaping. Residents enjoy long tree-lined streets and lots of green space.

"Prospect Vines is a wonderful addition to Lakewood, providing spacious, high-quality living space that meets the needs of Lakewood residents," said CEO Mark Frankel.

The Alliven Group currently has a variety of other residential development projects complexes across central New Jersey, New York, and Boston in various stages of development.

About The Alliven Group

The Alliven Group is a private equity real estate firm headquartered in New Jersey with a diverse portfolio of select income-producing properties including multifamily, healthcare facilities, and office buildings. With over three decades of experience, we are known for our keen sense of market trends and timing. Our team successfully identifies opportunities and creates equity through diligent acquisitions, thoughtful development, attentive management, and targeted value-added capital improvements.

Learn more about The Alliven Group at https://alliven.com/

The Alliven Group, a New Jersey-based real estate firm, has announced that Prospect Vines, the firm's latest development in Lakewood, has sold its final units for a total sell out of $65 million. With 159 townhouses spread across 12-plus acres, this is the sixth residential project in Lakewood completed by The Alliven Group since 2009.

Related link: https://alliven.com/

The Home Builders Association of Greater Austin and The Reserve at Lake Travis to Hold Virtual ‘Parade of Homes’

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- In an effort to help contain the spread of Covid-19, The HBA of Greater Austin, McCombs Properties and the Parade builders made the decision to cancel live public tours of the Parade of Homes this year and hold virtual tours instead.

The previously scheduled dates to visit these homes have been cancelled, and all advance ticket purchases will be refunded. "The health and safety of the membership and of our community was paramount in us taking the tour virtual this year," said Joe Fowler, HBA Greater Austin Board President. "We feel confident that the virtual presentation we have put together will be just as exciting."

Beginning July 17, all five Parade homes will be available to tour virtually for free, complete with interviews with the builders, tips from the designers and the ability to source some of the most exciting new trends in home designs.

"Imagine getting a personal and highly detailed tour of these luxe homes from the team that planned, built and decorated them," said Harry Adams, Managing Partner McCombs Properties, developer of The Reserve at Lake Travis. "The films will be a fun and friendly curated tour guided by experts who will point out all the cool features, new home tech and fabulous finishes," he added.

At the end of the tours, the public will be able to cast their ballot for their favorite home.

Austin area Realtors will also still have a special opportunity to preview the homes with a sneak peek on July 16. "Many of our HBA members are Realtors and we are pleased to offer a special preview of the virtual tours to them and their clients in advance of the public release," remarked HBA CEO Taylor Jackson.

The Parade of Homes video tours will feature custom homes from Arbogast Homes, Dalainey Performance Homes, Legacy DCS Homes, Sterling Custom Homes as well as the developer's showcase home, The Cypress Club Treehouse.

For those interested in purchasing or building a custom home, private, one-on-one tours with the builders will be available by appointment from July 17-26, 2020.

For more information, visit http://www.ParadeOfHomesAustin.com.

ABOUT THE GREATER AUSTIN HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

The Home Builders Association of Greater Austin has served as the leading not-for-profit trade organization dedicated to residential construction and remodeling in Central Texas. With more than 800 member companies and thousands of community members, the HBA works with government, public, business and community organizations around the Greater Austin area so that all people in the Greater Austin area live in homes that enable them to thrive. Learn more: https://www.hbaaustin.com/

ABOUT THE RESERVE AT LAKE TRAVIS

The Reserve at Lake Travis is Austin's premier luxury waterfront community. Located just west of Austin, The Reserve is nestled among 310 lush acres of rolling Texas Hill Country. With its world-class amenities and miles of pristine shoreline along the south side of Lake Travis, The Reserve offers primary and second-home residents' privacy, exclusivity and a Lake Life Without Equal.

To learn more about the Reserve, please visit https://www.ReserveAtLakeTravis.com/.

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In an effort to help contain the spread of Covid-19, The HBA of Greater Austin, McCombs Properties and the Parade builders made the decision to cancel live public tours of the Parade of Homes this year and hold virtual tours instead.

Related link: https://www.hbaaustin.com/

Stalking Horse Bid Set as Green Mountain College Campus Goes to Auction

CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Maltz Auctions, a premier full-service auction company serving the Continental United States and Caribbean, announced it has a well-qualified, interested party who placed a $3m stalking horse bid for the idyllic 155-acre Green Mountain College Campus, anchoring Main Street, in the Historic downtown of Poultney, Vermont, which was previously listed at $23m.

"This quintessential New England campus had been the home of Green Mountain College, a private 4-year liberal arts school focused on environmental, social, and economic sustainability, which unfortunately closed at the end of 2019," stated Keith Lowey of Verdolino & Lowey, the Chief Restructuring Officer for Green Mountain College. "It's truly a turn-key opportunity for the right buyer as it is comprised of classic New England dormitory buildings, classrooms, administrative offices, lecture halls, cafeteria, student center, community space, library building, athletic facilities- including fields, gymnasium, pool, and more, a 400-seat theater/auditorium, fine arts studios and galleries, a working farm, guest residences and a campus-wide wood-fueled biomass (carbon neutral) heating system." Lowey then added, "In 2016 the property was appraised at $20m. There are also favorable financing options available for qualified buyers with $3.2m being the next bid increment accepted."

Maltz Auction's CEO, Richard Maltz shared, "We are pleased there was great interest in this property as it represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire an environmentally sustainable, green campus that is superbly located and beautifully maintained in a single transaction. The party who placed the $3m stalking horse bid understands that there is incredible reuse or redevelopment potential- and great value."

The Green Mountain Campus is in southern Vermont's beautiful lakes region, with the Adirondack Mountains to the west and the Green Mountains to the east. The 155-acre campus situated on the New York-Vermont border features classic red-brick and slate roof buildings, athletic fields, a working farm, hiking and bike trails, and much more.

The property sits at the intersection of College Street and Main Street in the heart of Poultney, a vibrant and quaint New England village of 3,400 residents, which has been recognized, along with 22 others in Vermont, as a historic downtown. Poultney is home to an extensive bike trail network as well as to Lake St. Catherine and Lake St. Catherine State Park, a 117-acre destination park, campground and nature center. Lake Bomoseen State Park is less than a 15-minute ride north of Poultney. Both the Killington and Okemo ski areas are less than an hour away.

The town of Poultney is located 'in the middle of everywhere', bordered by Ira & Middletown Springs to the east, Fair Haven and Castleton to the north, Hampton (NY) to the west, and Wells to the south. Poultney is approximately 80 miles southwest of Vermont's capital city (Montpelier), 70 miles south of Vermont's largest city (Burlington) and 65 miles west of the Vermont/New Hampshire border in White River Junction. Poultney is also proximate to Saratoga Springs (50 miles southwest of Poultney) and Albany (70 miles southwest of Poultney) in New York state.

In addition, great shopping, year-round recreational activities, skiing destinations (including Vermont's premier ski resort, Killington Mountain) and college towns including Burlington (VT), Bennington (VT), Middlebury (VT) and Queensbury (NY) are located nearby.

The closest city to Poultney is Rutland, Vermont, which is the largest town in Vermont after Burlington and South Burlington. The city of Rutland is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Poultney, or a 25-30-minute drive via Route 30 & Route 4. Rutland offers the Rutland Regional Medical Center as well as an eclectic mix of shopping, restaurants, bars, cafés as well as cultural and entertainment venues and attractions. The state of Vermont, known as the Green Mountain state, ranks as the healthiest and best-educated state in the country.

Here are a few regional websites of interest:
* www.thinkvermont.com
* https://www.poultney.vt.gov/index.asp?SEC=F1CC8479-70D1-4C37-80DB-68ACCDACD780&Type=B_BASIC
* https://www.rrmc.org/
* https://rutlandvermont.com/

PROPERTY OVERVIEW
One Brennan Circle, Poultney, Rutland County, VT 05764
* Previously listed at $23m
* Appraised at $20m in 2016

* Primary Frontage: College Street
* Access:
From the East: Main Street
From the North & South: College Street
* 155 acres
* 22 BUILDINGS
o Year Built: Ranging between 1855-1969, with most improvements being constructed either circa 1900 or between 1940-1960. Six structures have undergone complete renovations, while the remainder have been periodically repaired and maintained.
* 7 dormitory buildings, 3 single family homes with multiple uses, 3 mixed-use buildings, 3 administrative buildings, 2 arts buildings/galleries, 1 library (3-stories + mezzanine & lower level), 1 gymnasium/fieldhouse, 1 biomass plant/maintenance shop and 1 barn
* 447,253 Gross Square Feet
o 654 BEDS (existing configuration)
o 33 CLASSROOMS/LECTURE HALLS/LABS (existing configuration)
o 400 SEAT AUDITORIUM
o ATHLETIC FACILITIES
o FULLY FURNISHED
o CARBON NEUTRAL
o AMPLE paved and unpaved surface parking
o PARKING
* Utilities: Water & Sewer: Village of Poultney
* Electricity: Green Mountain Power Corporation / Tunbridge Solar
* Gas: Suburban Propane
* Heat: In 2010, the school constructed a wood-fueled biomass heating system which supplies steam heat to the on-campus improvements (i.e. not including the four off-site structures) at a reported cost of $5.5 million. The plant burns +/- 4,000-5,000 tons of locally harvested woodchips each year as the primary fuel and provides 85% of the school's heat. The biomass plant was designed as a cogeneration plant (heat and electricity and with some minor modifications it could be reconfigured to produce electricity and heat. In shoulder seasons (April through mid-June and September through October) and summer months, the biomass plant is taken offline and the campus utilizes two (2) oil boilers as heating source as needed.
* Broadband: The school formerly had broadband capacity of 500Mbps
* AT&T Cell Tower on campus- Lease Generates $963/Month
* Bentley House Lease (Partial Space) to The Nature Conservancy Generates $1,803/Month
* Summary of individual building specifications (HVAC, foundations, roofs, building conditions, etc.) are available upon request.

ACCESSIBILITY
Major metros in the northeast - Albany, Boston, New York, and Montreal - are all within reach of the campus by car, bus, airplane and train. International access is available through these hubs, particularly Boston's Logan International Airport (BOS). Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport (RUT), a full-service modern airport providing regional service, is just 25 miles east of the campus. The airport offers three (3) round-trip commercial flights per day to/from Logan International Airport in Boston, Massachusetts. Two Amtrak passenger trains, the Ethan Allen Express and the Adirondack, offer daily service to the Poultney area. Two Amtrak stations are located just 15 minutes in either direction of the campus. Amtrak's service originates at Penn Station in Manhattan and travels north providing the Lakes Region with tremendous access to the population of New York City and the surrounding communities in downstate New York.

PROCESS & PRICING

The Green Mountain Campus is offered on an "as-is" basis and Maltz has received a stalking horse bid of $3m. Upon receipt of a signed confidentiality agreement, qualified investors will be provided with access to the offering memorandum and due diligence materials. Only Qualified Bidders, as defined in the terms and conditions of sale are qualified to participate.

For more information on the property and to sign the Confidentiality Agreement, please visit http://www.maltzauctions.com/ - https://bit.ly/31wvZzj.

Viewings: Available by appointment upon request.

Auction Date & Time: Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. Registration commences at 11:30 am.

Auction Location: On location at Green Mountain College. Online bidding available with pre-registration by August 13, 2020.Terms & Conditions of Sale: Sold free & clear of all monetary liens. The Seller has received and accepted a $3,000,000 offer subject to higher bids at the auction with the next bid to be in the minimum amount of $3,200,000. In order to register to bid, all prospective bidders must present a cashier's check in the amount of $320,000 payable to "Maltz Auctions." Subject to sale prior to auction as pre-auction offers will be considered. Please download the complete Terms & Conditions of Sale.

Buyer's Premium: A seven (7%) percent Buyer's Premium will be added to the Successful Bidder's high bid to determine the contract price to be paid by the Successful Bidder.

Broker Participation: A two (2%) percent commission will be paid to any properly licensed Buyer Broker who registers a Successful Buyer in accordance with the Buyer Broker guidelines. Please download the Broker Participation Form for details.

Verdolino & Lowey, P.C., Chief Restructuring Officer
Maltz Auctions, Marketing Agent: Phone: (516) 349-7022

Tyler B. Hirchak, Licensed VT Auctioneer # 00570002420

MSI Realty, Licensed VT Broker # 0810134047

The Real Property is being sold "AS IS" "WHERE IS", "WITH ALL FAULTS", without any representations, covenants, guarantees or warranties of any kind or nature, and free and clear of any liens, claims, or encumbrances of whatever kind or nature, with such liens, if any, to attach to the proceeds of sale in such order and priority as they existed immediately prior to the Closing, and the sale of the Real Property is subject to, among other things (a) any state of facts that an accurate survey may show; (b) any covenants, restrictions and easements of record; (c) any state of facts a physical inspection may show; (d) any building or zoning ordinances or other applicable municipal regulations and violations thereof; and (e) environmental conditions. By delivering their respective Deposits, all Bidders acknowledge that they have had the opportunity to review and inspect the Real Property, the state of title thereof and laws, rules and regulations applicable thereto, and will rely solely thereon and on their own independent investigations and inspections of the Real Property in making their bids. Neither Maltz, Hirchak, MSI, the Seller nor any of their collective representatives makes any representations or warrantees with respect to the permissible uses of the Real Property including, but not limited to, the zoning of the Real Property. All Bidders acknowledge that they have conducted their own due diligence in connection with the Real Property and are not relying on any information provided by Maltz, Hirchak, MSI, the Seller, or their professionals. The Real Property will be sold subject to any and all violations or conditions requiring corrective action. The information contained herein was derived from sources deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Most of the information provided has been obtained from third party sources and has not been independently verified. It is the responsibility of the Buyer to determine the accuracy of all components of the sale and Property. Each potential bidder is responsible for conducting his or her own independent inspections, investigations, inquiries, and due diligence concerning the Property, including without limitation, environmental and physical condition of the Property. All prospective bidders are urged to conduct their own due diligence prior to participating in the Public Auction. Bid rigging is illegal and suspected violations will be reported to the Department of Justice for investigation and prosecution.

Media Contact:
Kerry Gillick-Goldberg
KGG Enterprises, LLC
kerry@kggpr.com
516.455.3179

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Maltz Auctions, a premier full-service auction company serving the Continental United States and Caribbean, announced it has a well-qualified, interested party who placed a $3m stalking horse bid for the idyllic 155-acre Green Mountain College Campus, anchoring Main Street, in the Historic downtown of Poultney, Vermont, which was previously listed at $23m.

Related link: http://www.maltzauctions.com/

Current Builders Announces New Affordable Senior Housing Project in Manatee County

SARASOTA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Current Builders today announced their newest project Reef at Riviera, located in Manatee County, Florida. The general contractor has formed a joint venture with the developer Dominium Inc., based in Plymouth, Minnesota, to build a new affordable senior housing project in the City of Palmetto.

The architecture firm is the Bessolo Design Group. Construction recently began on the $33 million, 5-story, 224-unit multifamily housing project, and anticipated completion is late Fall 2021.

"We are honored to be partnering with Dominium on this project," said Chip Angenendt, Current Builders' VP West Coast Division. "This is a great project for our company because it provides a valuable service to the residents of the City of Palmetto. We look forward to building a successful relationship with one of our country's premier leaders in the affordable housing arena."

The main building will feature one-two-and three-bedroom units. Current Builders will also be constructing the ancillary site structures including a 1-story detached garage (with 10 stalls) and a small 1-story maintenance building. The scope also includes all the site-work, site lighting, paving, drainage, underground utilities, landscaping, and infrastructure improvements required for the complete turnkey construction of this project. Reef at Riviera will be an age and income restricted property.

For more information please visit http://www.currentbuilders.com/

About Current Builders:

Current Builders is an award-winning general contractor, established in 1972 with average annual revenues in excess of $250 million. The firm specializes in multi-family residential projects, healthcare facilities, office/warehouse buildings, commercial distribution facilities, parking garages, interior build-outs, interior and exterior renovations, all included as turnkey projects inclusive of the construction of the buildings and related site work.

Media Contact:
Kay Renz
Kay@KRPRmediagroup.com
561-654-8151

Current Builders today announced their newest project Reef at Riviera, located in Manatee County, Florida. The general contractor has formed a joint venture with the developer Dominium Inc., based in Plymouth, Minnesota, to build a new affordable senior housing project in the City of Palmetto.

Related link: http://www.currentbuilders.com/

National Community Stabilization Trust Announces Leadership of Two National Initiatives

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, the National Community Stabilization Trust (NCST) announced its leadership of two national initiatives. First, NCST announced the formation of the Homeownership Alliance, which will advocate for more resources and better policies to increase affordable homeownership opportunities for American families.

Second, NCST announced it will join NeighborWorks America as a partner in leading the Middle Neighborhoods Initiative, which brings attention to neighborhoods across the country that have long been stable communities for middle- and working-class families, but that today are at risk of either decline or displacement from gentrification.

These initiatives both arose in response to unmet needs the national advocacy landscape, and they aim to fill those gaps. Together, they represent a significant new commitment of resources to NCST's policy work aimed at preventing neighborhood blight, promoting stable communities, and supporting affordable homeownership.

Homeownership Alliance

The Homeownership Alliance's members comprise some of the leading nonprofit, mission-focused homeownership practitioners from across the country. These organizations prepare families to become successful homeowners and finance, renovate, and develop affordable homes that are assets for communities and the families that live in them.

"The organizations in the Alliance share the belief that in the United States, homeownership has long served as the most accessible path for families to build assets," stated Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership President and CEO John O'Callaghan, one of the founding members of the Alliance. "In addition to increasing wealth, homeownership provides families with the stability needed to achieve other positive outcomes, especially for children."

The Homeownership Alliance will focus on both legislative and regulatory opportunities to increase funding for affordable homeownership by improving and expanding existing programs and creating new sources of funding. Guided by its members, the group's advocacy will reflect the experiences of and lessons learned by some of the nation's most innovative and resilient homeownership developers and lenders.

Kris Siglin, Vice President for Policy and Partnerships at NCST, who is leading the formation of the group, explained, "Mission-driven homeownership practitioners need a voice in Washington that secures new resources for affordable homeownership and bolsters the capacity of nonprofits who operate in this sector. Creating this coalition will provide a more focused, practitioner-driven voice for homeownership than currently exists in the housing advocacy spectrum."

"As we look for look for strategies to confront inequality and reduce the racial wealth gap, affordable, sustainable homeownership is our nation's most proven tool to build wealth for families and stabilize communities," added NCST President Julia Gordon.

The Homeownership Alliance has 21 Founding Members. They are: Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership (GA); cdcb (TX); Center for Community Self Help (NC); Champlain Housing Trust (VT); CHN Housing Partners (OH); Cinnaire (MI); Community Housing Capital (GA); Fahe (KY); Homewise (NM); Hogar Hispano (DC); Housing Development Fund (CT); Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership (IN); MaineStream Finance (ME); Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago (IL); NeighborWorks Columbus (GA); NeighborWorks Southern Colorado (CO); NeighborWorks Western Vermont (VT); New Jersey Community Capital (NJ); Renaissance Community Loan Fund (MS); The Housing Partnership, Inc. (KY); and The Resurrection Project (IL).

In addition, ten national partners will participate in the Homeownership Alliance's policy development and advocacy: Enterprise Community Partners; Grounded Solutions Network; Habitat for Humanity; Housing Partnership Network; Local Initiatives Support Corporation; NALCAB - National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders; National NeighborWorks Association; Opportunity Finance Network; Prosperity Now; and Unidos US.

Middle Neighborhoods

NCST is joining with NeighborWorks America as a partner in leading the Middle Neighborhoods Initiative, previously housed at The American Assembly at Columbia University. By bringing attention to middle neighborhoods, this initiative supports the continued health and vitality of these neighborhoods so that they can remain safe, affordable communities that offer a high quality of life and access to opportunity. You can learn more at http://middleneighborhoods.org/.

"We are delighted to announce that NeighborWorks America and NCST will be leading the fight for America' middle neighborhoods. Both of these organizations have a track record of supporting practitioners working to strengthen and rebuild neighborhoods across the country," said Nedra Sims Fears, Executive Director of the Greater Chatham Initiative in Chicago, IL. Fears is a member of the National Middle Neighborhoods Steering Committee and a co-chair of the Middle Neighborhoods Community of Practice.

Going forward, NCST will coordinate national Middle Neighborhoods activities, including conducting research on neighborhood dynamics and developing policy proposals for supporting and investing in middle neighborhoods. NCST will also lead a communication effort focused on the importance of devoting resources to middle neighborhoods. The Steering Committee will continue to advise NCST on the direction of the initiative.

NCST President Julia Gordon stated: "Strong, stable middle neighborhoods offer a high quality of life, affordable housing, and access to opportunity for their residents, many of whom are households of color. The fate of middle neighborhoods matters immensely for racial and economic equity, and NCST is excited to bring its commitment and experience in fighting disinvestment and blight to the Middle Neighborhoods Initiative."

NeighborWorks America will support the Middle Neighborhoods Community of Practice, which brings city officials and neighborhood-based organizations from across the nation together with policy makers, academics, financial institutions, and foundations interested in these efforts. The Community convenes for peer-to-peer learning to share local best practices for supporting middle neighborhoods.

"We are excited to connect local stakeholders who are focused on stabilizing and revitalizing middle neighborhoods with their peers from across the country," said Paul Singh, Vice President of Community Initiatives at NeighborWorks America. "Through the Community of Practice, we hope to expand the toolkit for practitioners who are working to build strong and vibrant middle neighborhoods."

In the coming months, the Middle Neighborhoods Community of Practice will redouble its efforts at recruitment, communication, and collaboration among practitioners and will also catalogue how communities are responding to the COVID-19 crisis. NCST will publish new research on the dynamics and importance of middle neighborhoods and develop policy agendas for supporting and investing in middle neighborhoods.

About NCST:

The National Community Stabilization Trust (NCST) strengthens communities by facilitating the redevelopment and reuse of vacant, single-family homes by providing community-based buyers an opportunity to acquire distressed properties through its REOMatch(TM) platform and by advocating for policies that prevent neighborhood blight, promote stable communities, and support affordable homeownership. Learn more: http://www.stabilizationtrust.org/

About NeighborWorks America:

For more than 40 years, Neighborhood Reinvestment Corp., a national, nonpartisan nonprofit known as NeighborWorks America, has strived to make every community a place of opportunity. Our network of excellence includes nearly 250 members in every state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. NeighborWorks America offers grant funding, peer-exchange, technical assistance, evaluation tools and access to training, as the nation's leading trainer of housing and community development professionals. NeighborWorks network organizations provide residents in their communities with affordable homes, owned and rented; financial counseling and coaching; community building through resident engagement; and collaboration in the areas of health, employment and education. In the last five years, our organizations have generated more than $40 billion in investment across the country. Learn more: https://www.neighborworks.org/

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oday, the National Community Stabilization Trust (NCST) announced its leadership of two national initiatives. First, NCST announced the formation of the Homeownership Alliance, which will advocate for more resources and better policies to increase affordable homeownership opportunities for American families.

Related link: http://www.stabilizationtrust.org/

Cindy Clare Joins Move For Hunger’s Board of Directors

RED BANK, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Move For Hunger, a national non-profit organization that has created a sustainable way to reduce food waste and fight hunger, announced today that Cindy Clare, Chief Operating Office of Bell Partners, has joined its Board of Directors.

Headquartered in Greensboro, N.C., Bell Partners is one of the nation's leading apartment investment and management companies. As COO, Clare provides oversight for the operation of 60,000 apartment homes in more than 200 apartment communities across the United States. Clare is responsible for all aspects of property operations and maintenance, lease-ups, relationships with third-party owners, human resources, and marketing.

As members of Move For Hunger's Multi-Family program, Bell Partners provides residents at 139 of its apartment communities with the opportunity to donate their unopened, non-perishable food when they move out. Move For Hunger connects each of the participating properties with a local transportation partner, who volunteers to pick up the donations and delivers them to a local food bank or pantry.

"I am very excited to join Move For Hunger's Board of Directors and to help expand the reach of this very valuable organization," Clare said.

"Cindy has been one of the biggest supporters of our Multi-Family Program, which provided more than 70,000 meals to families in need last year," said Adam Lowy, Executive Director/Founder of Move For Hunger. "She brings more than 30 years of experience to our Board of Directors, and her knowledge and influence of the multi-family industry will allow us to expand our network and bring us closer to our ultimate goal of eliminating food waste from the relocation process."

Clare has served as President of the IREM Northern Virginia Chapter, as well as Regional Vice President for IREM's Region III. She is currently a national faculty member at IREM and serves on IREM's Executive Committee as an at large member.

She also serves on the Virginia Tech RPM Advisory Board, is a Past President of AOBA, and, in 2017, Ms. Clare was Chairman of the National Apartment Association.

Clare received her degree from the University of Virginia. She has more 30 years of experience in the multi-family industry and was honored in 2015 as one of the "10 Most Influential Women in Real Estate" by Multi-Family Executive. In 2018, she received the Lloyd D. Hanford Distinguished Instructor Award from IREM.

Clare becomes the sixth member of Move For Hunger's Board of Directors, joining: Richard Schwartz, Owner, Schwartz Consulting Group; Benjamin Samuels, Director, Samuels Family Foundation; Jeff Pederson, Chairman & CEO, CORT Business Services; Stephan Lowy, CEO, Lowy's Moving Service; and Jenna Weinerman, Marketing Director, Updater.

ABOUT MOVE FOR HUNGER:

Move For Hunger is a national non-profit organization that has created a sustainable way to reduce food waste and fight hunger. We have mobilized the leaders of moving, relocation, and multi-family industries to provide their customers, clients, and residents with the opportunity to donate their food when they move. Members of Move For Hunger also organize community food drives, participate in awareness campaigns, and create employee engagement programs. For more information, or to find out how you can host your own food drive, visit https://www.moveforhunger.org/.

ABOUT BELL PARTNERS INC:

Established in 1976, Bell Partners Inc. ("Bell Partners" or the "Company") is a privately held, vertically integrated apartment investment and management company focused on high-quality multifamily communities throughout the United States. With approximately 60,000 units under management, Bell Partners is one of the largest apartment operators in the United States. The Company has over 1,400 associates and eight offices (including its headquarters in Greensboro, N.C.) and offers an extensive and full-service platform containing expertise in acquisitions and dispositions, construction, financing, property operations, accounting, risk management and all other related support functions. Bell Partners is led by a senior management team with an average of over 20 years of experience that has invested throughout all phases of the real estate cycle and has helped the Company complete over $16 billion of apartment transactions since 2002, including approximately $1 billion in 2019 transactions. For more information, visit our website at https://www.bellpartnersinc.com/.

PRESS CONTACT:
Dan Beam, Communications Manager
Move For Hunger
dan@moveforhunger.org or (732) 766-1278

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Move For Hunger, a national non-profit organization that has created a sustainable way to reduce food waste and fight hunger, announced today that Cindy Clare, Chief Operating Office of Bell Partners, has joined its Board of Directors.

Related link: https://moveforhunger.org/

Going, Going, Gone: Established Real Estate Agent Leaves Brokerage World During a Pandemic to Embrace the Advantages of Auctions

CHESAPEAKE, Va. /ScoopCloud/ -- In a pandemic-ravaged economy that's left few industries untouched - with many having had to completely rethink and reorient operations within a short window of time - one might question why someone would leave an established career to set off on a new venture. However, that's exactly what Seth A. White chose to do, noted real estate auction firm Tranzon Fox has announced today.

Five years into a career as an agent for two of the leading residential real estate brokerage firms in Hampton Roads, during which time he handled transactions that reached eye-watering highs of nearly $2 million for waterfront homes - something many agents still dream of achieving - he was seeking a chance to better differentiate himself and an opportunity that would allow him to lean into the wind-buffeted economy, rather than push against it.

Although he had previously explored the possibility of immersing himself in the real estate auction business, partly because it would enable him to continue representing residential clients while also stepping into the commercial realm, he ultimately decided it was not the right time.

"I continued to see the value in having the opportunity to serve my clients with an accelerated sale process using focused marketing that would ensure an asset yielded a price in line with its current market value. And sellers love the as-is purchase contracts that typify the auction business," said White, Tranzon Fox's newest auction associate.

So, in the turbulent present, in which some industries have been hammered relentlessly while a few have prospered, and Wall Street is up substantially one day and down the next, leaving values of many assets less clear, Mr. White decided this was the time to embrace auctions. "There's obviously a large advantage in being able to sell a property for the highest possible price in the shortest reasonable period of time through a transparent bidding process. Many private sellers choose it for its efficiency, but, of course, I will also be able to assist in foreclosures, bankruptcies, and other situations of distress and duress, when efficiency and time are not just optional, but mandated," he said. Furthermore, Mr. White knows that, "time is money, and executing for my clients will become ever more important as we navigate through these delicate periods of time."

Ultimately, what convinced White was Tranzon Fox's established ability to sell and close or obtain ratified contracts on a variety of properties during the pandemic era, from the low-end, to a $3 million-plus veterinary hospital / boarding / grooming facility. This includes asset types that have been hammered of late, namely retail and restaurants.

"They're still getting deals done, and I want to be a part of that," White said. "Now is the time."

About Tranzon:

In 2000, a group of real estate auctioneers banded together to create Tranzon, LLC, a nationwide network that revolutionized the way real estate professionals bring buyers and sellers together. Today, the Tranzon team features some of the most experienced real estate, marketing, and auction professionals in the business. Using Tranzon's Market-Making System(tm), a proven methodology for the accelerated sale of property, the company has conducted tens of thousands of successful commercial and residential auctions for clients including financial institutions, trusts, guardians, estates, and private individuals. All Tranzon companies are independently owned and operated.

Learn more at: https://www.tranzon.com/

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In a pandemic-ravaged economy that's left few industries untouched - with many having had to completely rethink and reorient operations within a short window of time - one might question why someone would leave an established career to set off on a new venture. However, that's exactly what Seth A. White chose to do, noted real estate auction firm Tranzon Fox has announced today.

Related link: https://www.tranzon.com/

George Koser Joins Realty ONE Group Restore Leadership Team

COLLEGEVILLE, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- Realty ONE Group Restore is proud to announce the recent hiring of George Koser to the leadership team. George will be working out of the Blue Bell and Conshohocken offices as the company's first Non-Selling Sales Manager. In his role, he will play an integral role in supporting the company's real estate agents to work smarter, not harder, and grow their businesses.

With more than 35+ years of experience in real estate and close to $3 billion in managed closed sales business, George has the experience and fervor to become a trusted team leader and help agents with viable marketing, training, and support that will make a true impact. Working with some of the most well-known real estate companies in the industry, George's previous roles and experience will help him be successful at Realty ONE Group Restore.

When asked why he chose to join Realty ONE Group Restore, George explained that the appeal was in the opportunity to work with a motivated, supportive company versus the type of culture that exists within the large corporate conglomerates.

"Ultimately, agents have the opportunity to make more money at ROG. The company focuses on offering autonomy, but also real-life, helpful guidance and support that others claim to offer, but don't actually offer. I've been there. I have firsthand experience and know what the agents need. I am here to give that support and guidance."

George said he was excited to help lead the charge and work with a company that has a focus on technology, something that agents need more and more, especially in the current state of the environment.

"ROG has the technology and the support agents need - and they encourage everyone to take advantage of it. Agents are given tools that will help them run their business at a high level, even in the midst of a pandemic. That's the kind of support you want from a company. You want to feel like someone has your back, not just eyes on your pocket."

Through George's 35+ years of experience, he has worked at major real estate companies including Century 21 Alliance, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach Realtors, and most recently, Weichert Realtors as a sales manager. From being a broker and owner to vice president and sales manager, George's experience is unmatched and his credibility is as solid as they come.

About Realty ONE Group Restore

Founded in 2019, Realty ONE Group Restore based in Collegeville, PA is an industry disruptor, radically changing the face of real estate with its unique business model, fun coolture, technology infrastructure and superior support for its real estate professionals. Realty ONE Group Restore is surging ahead, opening doors, not only for its clients but for real estate professionals.

To learn more, visit http://www.rogrestore.com/.

Realty ONE Group Restore is proud to announce the recent hiring of George Koser to the leadership team. George will be working out of the Blue Bell and Conshohocken offices as the company's first Non-Selling Sales Manager. In his role, he will play an integral role in supporting the company's real estate agents to work smarter, not harder, and grow their businesses.

Related link: http://www.rogrestore.com/

The 2020 Black Hole Recession – COVID-19 Effect on Metro Denver Home Values

DENVER, Colo. /ScoopCloud/ -- Clear Realty and their real estate technology division Sell-Star released today an in-depth report on how the economic freefall triggered by fear of death from COVID-19 instantly formed the 2020 Black Hole Recession and now affects Metro Denver home values and the safety of 250,000 or so families and individuals wishing to sell or buy a home over the next two-and-a-half years.

This report includes the interactive web-based tool Sell-Star Prophet, which forecasts by neighborhood home values and days-on-market for years 2020, 2021 and 2022 and defines qualities of homes buyers pay the most to attain-exactly what to advertise to attract buyers.

In normal economic downturns deteriorating business activities lead to increasing unemployment over a period of six months to perhaps eighteen months. The COVID-19 induced 2020 recession skipped the entire declining economic conditions portion of the cycle, instead the economy was like a massive sun burning bright, then in a moment collapsing in on itself creating a black hole-the very trough of the economic cycle.

"It's fear of infection from human interaction triggering this economic black hole and real estate sales have a lot of human interaction. Sell-Star Prophet helps reduce unnecessary interaction by showing homeowners how to vastly improve their internet marketing," said Creed Smith, Broker/Owner, Clear Realty.

Unlike most economic reports using national or regional data on Gross Domestic Product and unemployment rates, Sell-Star Prophet displays actionable forecasts for homeowners by specific Metro Denver neighborhoods including:
* Home values for 2020, 2021 and 2022
* Days-On-Market timeframes for 2020, 2021 and 2022
* Rank-ordered list of qualities most desired by buyers for superior internet marketing
* Rank-ordered list of value harming deficiencies owners should correct to maximize home value

"COVID-19 put the brakes, likely permanently, on high personal contact methods when selling a home. Nobody wants the risk of armies of people marching through their home every week, and buyers prefer the safety and convenience of window-shopping homes on the internet. Sell-Star Prophet defines the exact rank-ordered qualities homeowners need to advertise to attract the best buyers, keep home values up and keep days-on-market down," said Creed Smith, owner of Clear Realty and inventor of Sell-Star Prophet.

About Clear Realty and Sell-Star Prophet:

Clear Realty specializes in creating cutting edge technologies cutting the cost of selling a home while improving the marketing and safety of home sales. Sell-Star Prophet, is the latest technology of many Clear Realty uses to improve marketing in the real estate industry.

Learn more at: https://clear.realty/

Prophet cover video: https://vimeo.com/422946055

Clear Realty and their real estate technology division Sell-Star released today an in-depth report on how the economic freefall triggered by fear of death from COVID-19 instantly formed the 2020 Black Hole Recession and now affects Metro Denver home values and the safety of 250,000 or so families and individuals wishing to sell or buy a home over the next two-and-a-half years.

Related link: https://clear.realty/

SROA Capital Pays Quarterly Distributions – Sees Market Opportunity Ahead

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- SROA Capital, LLC ("SROA"), a West Palm Beach-based vertically-integrated real estate investment management firm with $1 billion of assets under management and owner/operator of Storage Rentals of America, announced today that it has paid its first quarter distribution of 1.85% or 7.4% annualized which represents the weighted average distribution yield across SROA's dedicated self-storage funds (*note 1).

SROA anticipates continuing to pay quarterly distributions uninterrupted, despite the current market environment. SROA recently launched Fund VIII and has started accepting investor commitments. It expects to begin investing the capital in late 2020 or early 2021 as opportunities arise as the pressure builds on sellers in a post COVID-19 world.

"We are pleased with the performance of our self-storage portfolio and remain focused on seeking to provide our investors with regular quarterly distributions and strong risk-adjusted returns," said Benjamin S. Macfarland III, Co-Founder and CEO.

"SROA is in a strong financial position thanks in large part to our hands-on management, conservative underwriting, modest portfolio leverage (approximately 50% LTV), and ample dry powder. We believe that we are uniquely positioned to weather this period of economic uncertainty and to capitalize on any dislocation that may arise in the self-storage market."

At a time when fixed income yields are at historic lows, investors have flocked to the private real estate equity and debt markets in search of yield. However, many real estate asset classes including retail, office, hospitality, and residential, have been adversely affected by the onset of COVID-19, causing managers to halt distributions. Macfarland believes that conservatively managed self-storage operators like SROA offer investors a safe alternative.

"Over the past two decades, self-storage has shown that it is not as sensitive to macroeconomic downturns as other real estate sectors," Macfarland added. "Over the past 5-, 10-, and 15-year periods, self-storage has outperformed all other real estate property types (*note 2) and self-storage REITs were the only REIT sector to post a positive total return in 2008 (*note 3)."

About SROA

In a recent article, SROA Capital acknowledged the impacts of COVID-19 on our communities and the private real estate market. SROA Capital, LLC is a vertically-integrated real estate investment and management company that specializes in non-traditional commercial real estate with an emphasis on self-storage. SROA owns and operates approximately 7 million rentable square feet under the brands Storage Rentals of America and Storage Zone.

For more information, please visit https://sroacapital.com/.

Notes:
(1) Distribution does not include Elite Store Fund V which is self-storage development vehicle or SROA Capital Fund VIII which was recently launched and has yet to call capital.
(2) Green Street Advisors, April 2019.
(3) Self Storage Almanac 2015.

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SROA Capital, LLC ("SROA"), a West Palm Beach-based vertically-integrated real estate investment management firm with $1 billion of assets under management and owner/operator of Storage Rentals of America, announced today that it has paid its first quarter distribution.

Related link: https://sroacapital.com/

Texoma Real Estate Firm 580 Realty Combines Digital Marketing with Independent Agility Through Acquisition with Okie Land & Home

TEXOMA, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Okie Land & Home Monica Lambert are joining 580 Realty, a successful association which will bring together an independent firehouse to a stellar realty team, expanding the service area by an additional five counties. This now includes Coal, Pontotoc, Pittsburg, Latimer, Pushmataha, Hughes and McIntosh. From Lake Eufaula to Lake Texoma! Kiamichi Wilderness to Arbuckle Mountains!!!

Broker of 580 Realty, Brian Allen comments that, "This combination creates an even larger powerhouse for 580 Realty, the most dominant brand for real estate in Southern Oklahoma."

He sees a mutually beneficial relationship blossoming between the two entities, creating a hub for buying and selling properties within communities throughout Oklahoma, including Durant, Kingston, Calera, Colbert, Atoka, and Madill. 580 Realty now plans to bring their same effective marketing, strategic advertising, and a client focused experience to townships and cities served by Okie Land & Home service.

Mr. Allen also adds: "We are very excited that, with this merger, Monica Broker - Okie Land & Homes will continue to provide the personal and local support that agents and their clients demand, while providing the resources afforded to a powerful, highly recognized brand with a massive local presence. We are committed to ensuring that all homebuyers and sellers receive the best service imaginable and our agents are afforded every opportunity to maximize their business potential."

With decades of combined experience, the agents at 580 Realty operate with an edge that keeps their clients returning for both buying and selling real estate in Oklahoma. Providing high-quality, honest, and accessible real estate advice and services in the Texoma region will continue to be 580 Realty's focus. Clients particularly enjoy the unique and compelling experience that leverages the power of digital marketing to make connecting the right buyers and sellers to the properties of their dreams a seamless and creative experience.

Okie Land & Homes will transition to 580 Realty and though its visual identity will evolve, clients can expect the same level of care and an enhanced level of marketing for listings, thanks to this merger. Okie Land & Homes is headed by Monica Lambert, who will run point for northern counties and cities, while continuing to specialize in affordable homes, farms and ranches, vacation homes, acreages, and investment properties.

With over 14 years of dedicated, client-focused experience buying and selling properties, Ms. Lambert's expertise in listings within the adjoining counties like Hughes, Pittsburg, and Pontotoc will give the whole team the chance to provide even more options for buyers and sellers.

The merger is also the perfect fit as Okie Land & Homes relies on a significant social media presence, including a dedicated Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OKLandandHomeTrader - where potential clients can post requests for specific types of properties.

Ms. Lambert takes the time to respond to every single member request, besides maintaining a full spectrum of listings, including cabins, starter homes, single-family dwellings, and more. The nearly 2,000-strong member group for Okie Land & Home will now join the ranks of 580 Realty's customer base and listings across the Texoma region.

This merger allows Okie Land & Homes the opportunity to harness the power of digital, along with the intimate and personal care Ms. Lambert has always provided for her clients. Ms. Monica Lambert will also be part of the 580 Realty sales team as an agent delivering high-touch communications and enhancing the reach of clients who are looking for unique properties using a digitally-driven search process.

More information: https://www.580realty.com/blog/texoma-real-estate-firm-580-realty-combines-digital-marketing-with-independent-agility-through-acquisition-with-okie-land-home/

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580 Realty
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Okie Land & Home Monica Lambert are joining 580 Realty, a successful association which will bring together an independent firehouse to a stellar realty team, expanding the service area by an additional five counties. This now includes Coal, Pontotoc, Pittsburg, Latimer, Pushmataha, Hughes and McIntosh. From Lake Eufaula to Lake Texoma! Kiamichi Wilderness to Arbuckle Mountains!!!

Related link: https://www.580realty.com/

Certain Lending Launches Major Survey of Real Estate Investors

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Certain Lending released a national survey of real estate investors. A majority of real estate investors expect COVID-19 will cause home prices to decline up to 20%.

The survey of 569 real estate investors across the U.S., conducted between April 20 and 24, is the first of its kind to report how real estate investors believe COVID-19 will impact the U.S. economy, housing markets, and mortgage credit. The full survey is available at https://medium.com/certainlending.

"Non-institutional real estate investors own and make a living from $7 trillion of real estate. They are an untapped source of insight about how events and forces shape the U.S. economy and housing market," said Shreyas Vijaykumar, cofounder and chief technology officer for Certain Lending. "We are excited to engage the community and report insightful findings about COVID-19's expected impacts."

The survey finds that relative to the 2009 recession, known as the U.S. housing crisis, half of real estate investors believe the impact of COVID-19 will be more severe for the U.S. national economy. Three quarters of real estate investors expect COVID-19 will cause home prices to decline, but the magnitude will be less severe than during the U.S. housing crisis. A majority expect home prices will decline up to 20% because of COVID-19.

According to the survey, approximately half of real estate investors expect it will be a good time to buy properties over the next six months with about as many planning to increase their personal investment in real estate over the time period. 90% of real estate investors believe the U.S. economy will rebound within 18 months.

With the weak economy and real estate cooling, a majority of real estate investors expect supply to increase across online realtor listings, off market channels, short sales, foreclosures, and distressed-property auction websites.

The survey finds 38% of real estate investors think it will be harder to get a loan, and 32% don't know if financing will be easier or harder in the next six months.

Added Charles McKinney, cofounder and chief executive officer of Certain, "With anxiety about the economy, freezing of the capital markets, and many commercial lenders pulling back, traditional ways of getting a loan has become more expensive and less likely. For lenders with the credit sophistication and software to efficiently underwrite and originate loans in the COVID-19 economy, there's a huge opportunity to consolidate market share."

About Certain Lending:

Certain Lending is a FinTech startup cofounded by Freddie Mac and Palantir Technologies alumni and backed by Founders Fund, 8VC, Goldcrest, XYZ, Village Global, and the LeFrak organization. With Certain Lending, real estate investors get tailored financing offers in one place and close loans in days, not weeks. For financial institutions, Certain creates favorable yield from business purpose mortgages fully underwritten, originated, and monitored by our software.

For more information about the company, visit https://www.certainlending.com/.

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Certain Lending released a national survey of real estate investors. A majority of real estate investors expect COVID-19 will cause home prices to decline up to 20%. The survey of 569 real estate investors across the U.S., conducted between April 20 and 24, is the first of its kind.

Related link: https://www.certainlending.com/

Current Builders Announces New Florida West Coast Residential Project

SARASOTA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Current Builders (currentbuilders.com) today announced they have been selected as the general contractor for the Gallery 3100 residential project in St. Petersburg, Florida. The $20 million, 122-unit residential project is being developed by Mosaic at Grand Central and the architectural firm is Baker Barrios.

Current Builders will be utilizing a signature concrete design innovation on the project's 4-story parking garage. They have also developed a special community relationship to overcome a space-challenged construction site. This is the award-wining construction firm's first project on the west coast in many years. As part of their strategic expansion plan, they recently opened an office in Sarasota.

"We are honored that our first new project in this region is with the Mosaic Development Group," said Chip Angenendt, VP West Coast Division. "The three primary contacts for Mosaic, Roxanne Amoroso, Marc Mariano and Terry Wayland lead an outstanding, knowledgeable team with a dynamic vision for this inspired rental community."

The appropriately named development will feature an art gallery space in the amenity area showcasing the works of the Duncan McClellan Gallery; enhancing the reputation of this vibrant cultural city.

The project is expected to begin concrete foundations in June; however, launching the construction plan proved challenging due to tight site constraints, but Current Builders devised a solution that demonstrates their renowned community spirit.

"This project runs property line to property line; leaving no room on the site for a construction trailer or a place for our parking and laydown areas," explained Angenendt. "So, we reached out to the First Baptist International Church of St Petersburg, which owns an unused building in need of significant repair adjacent to the site and offered to transform it into a multipurpose center/office in exchange for using their property for our construction needs."

This win-win alliance is just the beginning according to Angenendt. "Giving back is in Current Builders' DNA, and we are looking forward to becoming an active part of the community through a variety of programs."

Innovation is also part of Current Builders' DNA. This is the third project to employ the firm's recently unveiled garage building system, which was developed by Mike Gillette, Vice President of CB Structures. This innovative shoring technique is an alternative to precast and post tension garages; reducing the build time by almost 25%.

The system consists of a 60,000-pound column mounted jack supported by wide flange W beams. This system eliminates the need for re-shoring under the beams which reduces costs and time, and additionally provides a 7-foot working table for iron workers and carpenters. Gillette's innovation has been used very successfully on several Current Builder's projects in Boca Raton.

Current Builders looks forward to announcing new projects on both coasts, and the team is thrilled to have a dedicated west coast office and project teams in place.

"Years ago, we built several projects on the west coast," said Angenendt. "But with this newly established office in Sarasota, we can truly become part of the community and realize Current Builders' mission in this region."

For more information please visit https://www.currentbuilders.com/

Current Builders is an award-winning general contractor, established in 1972 with average annual revenues in excess of $250 million. The firm specializes in multi-family residential projects, healthcare facilities, office/warehouse buildings, commercial distribution facilities, parking garages, interior build-outs, interior and exterior renovations, all included as turnkey projects inclusive of the construction of the buildings and related site work.

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Current Builders today announced they have been selected as the general contractor for the Gallery 3100 residential project in St. Petersburg, Florida. The $20 million, 122-unit residential project is being developed by Mosaic at Grand Central and the architectural firm is Baker Barrios.

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Rittenhouse Appraisals Sees Resilience In Philadelphia Region’s Real Estate Market Despite Covid-19

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- The COVID-19 crisis could create opportunities for the Philadelphia region to thrive as a real estate market going forward, and buttress its reemergence as a center for business, according to an expert at Rittenhouse Appraisals.

The fundamentals that have driven a recent real estate boom, largely remain, said Carlo L. Batts, MAI, principal of the Center City-based firm, which provides market research for institutional and private investors. He said there is a demand for housing and services created by an influx of well-paying jobs in the medical and science fields, and those job sectors tend to remain strong.

Batts cited the West Philadelphia submarket, recently one of the area's hottest, as likely to power through the economic downturn, driven by demand in the multifamily and commercial sectors. There are tracts West Philadelphia that Batts said appear ripe for activity, such as the pocket between Market Street and Walnut Street that is zoned CMX-4, or mixed use. These tracts could attract high-density, high-rise development, he observed.

"The area is incubating into a primary office submarket and further expansion as a medical submarket and the research parks and medical research and science expansion is going to continue," Batts said. "Up until the shutdown, you had a consistent movement of new developments, whether it was the Schuylkill Yards development or out at 38th and Market, that were bringing an influx of new jobs."

Those jobs have largely tended to be medical related or scientific research positions, meaning they offer above average pay. That will fuel a demand for housing and services, which will drive the residential and commercial real estate development, Batts said.

Low interest rates will also impact liquidity, which could mean continued development in the medical research, medical office markets and in the multi-family market. "There is still a housing crisis in Philadelphia and in the region," Batts said. He suggested that, despite the implications of social distancing to slow the spread of the virus, people still want convenience in their lives. "I think it further solidifies the trend for urban living, but in a more integrated housing structure."

Batts predicted that some troubled projects won't be able to survive the disruption. "I think you are going to see some bad projects hit the market or go into foreclosure or banks start taking back more assets," he said. "You are going to see a lot of people think now is the time to dump assets that weren't performing anyway, just to get them off the books."

Batts said his firm will assist clients as they prepare for the post-crisis opportunities. "We service property owners and investors trying to maintain their assets and keep returns coming," he said. "There are a lot of projects in the works. Some will make sense. Some won't. We help clients understand the feasibility of those projects, now, and where there are opportunities to make them fit the current conditions."

About Rittenhouse Appraisals:

Rittenhouse Appraisals is a regional real estate valuation firm located in Center City Philadelphia and operating throughout the Delaware Valley. It has experience and expertise in appraising all forms of commercial real estate: retail, industrial, multi-family, net lease, office, institutional and special use properties. It also works with banks and on troubled assets.

For more information, go to https://rhappraisals.com/ or call: 267-314-8635

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The COVID-19 crisis could create opportunities for the Philadelphia region to thrive as a real estate market going forward, and buttress its reemergence as a center for business, according to an expert at Rittenhouse Appraisals.

Related link: https://rhappraisals.com/

Green Mountain College Campus Goes to Auction

CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Maltz Auctions, a premier full-service auction company serving the Continental United States and Caribbean, announced it will pursue buyers for the idyllic 155-acre Green Mountain College Campus, anchoring Main Street, in the Historic downtown of Poultney, Vermont.

"This quintessential New England campus had been the home of Green Mountain College, a private 4-year liberal arts school focused on environmental, social, and economic sustainability, which unfortunately closed at the end of 2019," stated Keith Lowey of Verdolino & Lowey, the Chief Restructuring Officer for Green Mountain College.

"It's truly a turn-key opportunity for the right buyer as it is comprised of classic New England dormitory buildings, classrooms, administrative offices, lecture halls, cafeteria, student center, community space, library building, athletic facilities - including fields, gymnasium, pool, and more, a 400-seat theater/auditorium, fine arts studios and galleries, a working farm, guest residences and a campus-wide wood-fueled biomass (carbon neutral) heating system."

Lowey added, "There are also financing options available for qualified buyers."

Maltz Auction's CEO, Richard Maltz shared, "This property auction includes furniture, fixtures and equipment of the school and represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire an environmentally sustainable, green campus that is superbly located and beautifully maintained in a single transaction. There is incredible reuse or redevelopment potential, this is truly one of the most enchanting properties my firm has had the opportunity to market."

The Green Mountain Campus is in southern Vermont's beautiful lakes region, with the Adirondack Mountains to the west and the Green Mountains to the east. The 155-acre campus situated on the New York-Vermont border features classic red-brick and slate roof buildings, athletic fields, a working farm, hiking and bike trails, and much more.

The property sits at the intersection of College Street and Main Street in the heart of Poultney, a vibrant and quaint New England village of 3,400 residents, which has been recognized, along with 22 others in Vermont, as a historic downtown. Poultney is home to an extensive bike trail network as well as to Lake St. Catherine and Lake St. Catherine State Park, a 117-acre destination park, campground and nature center. Lake Bomoseen State Park is less than a 15-minute ride north of Poultney. Both the Killington and Okemo ski areas are less than an hour away.

The town of Poultney is located 'in the middle of everywhere', bordered by Ira & Middletown Springs to the east, Fair Haven and Castleton to the north, Hampton (NY) to the west, and Wells to the south. Poultney is approximately 80 miles southwest of Vermont's capital city (Montpelier), 70 miles south of Vermont's largest city (Burlington) and 65 miles west of the Vermont/New Hampshire border in White River Junction. Poultney is also proximate to Saratoga Springs (50 miles southwest of Poultney) and Albany (70 miles southwest of Poultney) in New York state.

In addition, great shopping, year-round recreational activities, skiing destinations (including Vermont's premier ski resort, Killington Mountain) and college towns including Burlington (VT), Bennington (VT), Middlebury (VT) and Queensbury (NY) are located nearby.

The closest city to Poultney is Rutland, Vermont, which is the largest town in Vermont after Burlington and South Burlington. The city of Rutland is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Poultney, or a 25-30-minute drive via Route 30 & Route 4. Rutland offers the Rutland Regional Medical Center as well as an eclectic mix of shopping, restaurants, bars, cafés as well as cultural and entertainment venues and attractions. The state of Vermont, known as the Green Mountain state, ranks as the healthiest and best-educated state in the country.

Here are a few regional websites of interest:
* https://www.thinkvermont.com/
* https://www.poultney.vt.gov/index.asp?SEC=F1CC8479-70D1-4C37-80DB-68ACCDACD780&Type=B_BASIC
* https://www.rrmc.org/
* https://rutlandvermont.com/

PROPERTY OVERVIEW

One Brennan Circle, Poultney, Rutland County, VT 05764
* Primary Frontage: College Street
* Access:
From the East: Main Street
From the North & South: College Street
* 155 acres
* 22 BUILDINGS
o Year Built: Ranging between 1855-1969, with most improvements being constructed either circa 1900 or between 1940-1960. Six structures have undergone complete renovations, while the remainder have been periodically repaired and maintained.
* 7 dormitory buildings, 3 single family homes with multiple uses, 3 mixed-use buildings, 3 administrative buildings, 2 arts buildings/galleries, 1 library (3-stories + mezzanine & lower level), 1 gymnasium/fieldhouse, 1 biomass plant/maintenance shop and 1 barn
* 447,253 Gross Square Feet
o 654 BEDS (existing configuration)
o 33 CLASSROOMS/LECTURE HALLS/LABS (existing configuration)
o 400 SEAT AUDITORIUM
o ATHLETIC FACILITIES
o FULLY FURNISHED
o CARBON NEUTRAL
o AMPLE paved and unpaved surface parking
o PARKING
* Utilities: Water & Sewer: Village of Poultney
* Electricity: Green Mountain Power Corporation / Tunbridge Solar
* Gas: Suburban Propane
* Heat: In 2010, the school constructed a wood-fueled biomass heating system which supplies steam heat to the on-campus improvements (i.e. not including the four off-site structures) at a reported cost of $5.5 million. The plant burns +/- 4,000-5,000 tons of locally harvested woodchips each year as the primary fuel and provides 85% of the school's heat. The biomass plant was designed as a cogeneration plant (heat and electricity and with some minor modifications it could be reconfigured to produce electricity and heat. In shoulder seasons (April through mid-June and September through October) and summer months, the biomass plant is taken offline and the campus utilizes two (2) oil boilers as heating source as needed.
* Broadband: The school formerly had broadband capacity of 500Mbps
* AT&T Cell Tower on campus
* Summary of individual building specifications (HVAC, foundations, roofs, building conditions, etc.) are available upon request.

PROCESS & PRICING
The Green Mountain Campus is offered on an "as-is" basis and Maltz is seeking a stalking horse bidder for an auction contemplated to occur in July, however, pre-auction offers will be considered. Upon receipt of a signed confidentiality agreement, qualified investors will be provided with access to the offering memorandum and due diligence materials. For more information on the property and to sign the Confidentiality Agreement, please visit http://www.maltzauctions.com/.

ACCESSIBILITY
Major metros in the northeast - Albany, Boston, New York, and Montreal - are all within reach of the campus by car, bus, airplane and train. International access is available through these hubs, particularly Boston's Logan International Airport (BOS). Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport (RUT), a full-service modern airport providing regional service, is just 25 miles east of the campus. The airport offers three (3) round-trip commercial flights per day to/from Logan International Airport in Boston, Massachusetts. Two Amtrak passenger trains, the Ethan Allen Express and the Adirondack, offer daily service to the Poultney area. Two Amtrak stations are located just 15 minutes in either direction of the campus. Amtrak's service originates at Penn Station in Manhattan and travels north providing the Lakes Region with tremendous access to the population of New York City and the surrounding communities in downstate New York.

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Maltz Auctions, a premier full-service auction company serving the Continental United States and Caribbean, announced it will pursue buyers for the idyllic 155-acre Green Mountain College Campus, anchoring Main Street, in the Historic downtown of Poultney, Vermont.

Related link: http://www.maltzauctions.com/

New Technology Connects Homeowners and Property Appraisers

RED DEER, Alberta /ScoopCloud/ -- Everyone has been economically impacted by COVID-19 in one way or another and property appraisers are no exception. However, Anow, an appraisal management software developer, is excited to announce the launch of Anow Walkthrough, a sophisticated, but straightforward homeowner inspection product designed to help appraisers when they can't get inside a property. It enables true "virtual tours" with multiple fraud preventions built-in and empowers appraisers to work again.

Anow simplifies the way real estate appraisers manage their businesses and was recently recognized by Housing Wire in their TECH100 list for 2020. It streamlines a wide range of everyday appraisal processes while offering unmatched business insights that help appraisers to better compete in today's digital environment.

And now, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, with global limitations on social interaction and contact, carrying out walkthroughs to appraise properties is a significant challenge. Anow's innovative solution is this complementary product: Anow Walkthrough.

"Since the pandemic started, we've only done exterior inspections and are avoiding going into all properties," Mark Matkowski, Soderquist Appraisals, says. "Anow Walkthrough has been a game-changer. It gives us everything we need to confidently do full appraisals, puts no one at risk and keeps my income up too."

Anow Walkthrough offers a step-by-step guide for homeowners and realtors to capture photos and necessary information pertaining to property interiors and exteriors. It also allows homeowners to share unique home details without needing to download an app. It's simple and convenient. Multiple rules are in place, including date, time and geolocation of photographs, plus public records and artificial intelligence validates homeowner data and photos.

For appraisers, they can collect compliant information remotely and safely, mainly because they come in contact with clients daily during inspections. Appraisers can walk a homeowner through the process, or they can do it on their own time.

"The possibilities are endless, and appraisers will continue to adopt Walkthrough, even after the COVID-19 crisis, as a value-added service," Marty Haldane, CEO, Anow, says.

Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs) and lenders are seeing many benefits too. They're already empowering their network of appraisers to keep appraising during these challenging times.

"We wanted to not just empathize with our customers, but provide a solution to this complex challenge," Haldane says. "Everyday, more restrictions are being put into place, and we want to ensure that appraisers can still appraise and make a living. Walkthrough has been used on thousands of appraisals and AMCs and lenders have also been prompted to jump on board to help their appraiser panels. The response we've received from appraisers, lenders and AMCs has been absolutely overwhelming, and it just shows how we are all in this together to help each other out. It's really great to see."

Existing Anow customers will receive a free upgrade of the Anow platform to include Anow Walkthrough. New customers will receive access to Anow Walkthrough along with a complimentary one-on-one guide on how best to use the Anow platform for their appraisal business.

To learn more: https://anow.com/walkthrough/

About Anow

Launched in 2011 by multi-generational appraisal professional Marty Haldane, Anow is designed for today's digital environment. It has robust order tracking, job assignment, collaboration and scheduling tools that allow appraisers and administrative staff to save time, assign appraisals more efficiently and deliver exceptional service to clients and mortgage lenders from any web-enabled device. Advanced reporting enables business owners to manage fee competition and turn times with ease.

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veryone has been economically impacted by COVID-19 in one way or another and property appraisers are no exception. However, Anow, an appraisal management software developer, is excited to announce the launch of Anow Walkthrough a sophisticated, but straightforward homeowner inspection product.

Related link: https://anow.com/

Spice Homes Cures Real Estate Blues with Video Calls Built into Property Listings

ST. GEORGE, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- The real estate market, with its reliance on in person contact, is struggling as a result of social distancing. To help solve this challenge, Shimmer Media LLC today announced the latest Homes edition of its Spice mobile app. Spice Homes puts owners back in touch with buyers by integrating live video calls directly into each real estate property listing.

Each listing contains a video call button, which a visitor may use to call the listing agent or owner. To ensure calls are only received when the listing owner is ready, availability is controlled by an easy-to-use calendar. Calls cannot be placed outside of the calendared times.

In addition to this on-demand calling, an agent or owner can send a private video call invitation by way of email or text message. To prevent video call hacking, the invitation can only be used by a single recipient. The invitation also includes an expiration date, after which it may not be used to place a call. The recipient places the video call to the agent or owner simply by clicking the link in the email or text message.

Spice Homes supports properties for sale and rent, as well as short-term and vacation rentals. A new listing can be created in just a few minutes using photos and video on the mobile device.

Property listings are created with a concise set of features, including price, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, square footage and amenities. Spice visitors can filter on any of these features when searching homes for sale, rent or short-term occupancy.

For short term rentals Spice Homes also provides an availability calendar. Availability can be specified up to six months in advance, and the listing owner can mark off dates as they are booked. Visitors to the listing readily see when the property is available. Short term rentals can also be filtered on the Spice Homes map by arrival and departure date.

A free Spice business starter account includes up to 5 listings. Each listing includes a video calling, a description and photo, an address with a map location, and an optional one-minute HD streaming on-demand video.

Spice Homes edition is now available for iPhones and Android devices in the Apple app store and Google Play store.

For more information, and to download the app, visit https://spice.video.

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The real estate market, with its reliance on in person contact, is struggling as a result of social distancing. To help solve this challenge, Shimmer Media LLC today announced the latest Homes edition of its Spice mobile app. Spice Homes puts owners back in touch with buyers by integrating live video calls directly into each real estate property listing.

Related link: https://spice.video

In Uncertain Times, Olerio Homes Breaks Ground on New Development in North Dallas

DALLAS, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- In uncertain times, Lou Olerio, President of Olerio Homes safely continues forward breaking ground on Modella Park, a gated neighborhood with 24 soft-contemporary patio homes.

Modella Park will feature four different floor plans designed by Watson Design Group. Beginning in the high $400's, the location is ideal being just south of Webb Chapel and Forest in Dallas. Olerio saw a need and an opportunity to bring new construction at an affordable price to a location that is still convenient to central Dallas.

Olerio, who has built close to 300 homes in Dallas, Texas says this development is exciting due to the combination of price point, quality product and location.

Unique Resume Gives Olerio Insight

As a Stockbroker during stock market crash of 2001 and developing Olerio Homes during the downturn in 2008, Olerio goes into the COVID-19 crisis with economic advice and experience.

He emphasizes taking precautions and altering the way we work but not stopping, especially with home building deemed an essential business operating under given guidelines.

"In any disruption, there are always opportunities. There are ways to identify the opportunities and you have to figure out how to take advantage of them. While it doesn't feel like it at the time, hindsight is 2020."

Olerio continues saying, "Since the city is on a shelter-in-place there are no open houses or showing and we will definitely see a slowdown of houses going under contract. But that will create opportunities to buy where people are getting cold feet."

For those wondering why it is good economically for construction to continue, with safety precautions implemented by the CDC and the City of Dallas, Olerio explains it is due to labor costs, "If we shut down completely that would be a major blow to the economic opportunities in North Texas leading to a labor shortage. If we keep working, we will reduce the pressures that come along with price increases that are associated with a shortage of labor."

He goes on to explain this further emphasizing the number of people it employs and that housing is always in demand. Having housing prices rise due to lack of demand is not what the economy needs.

As a company, Olerio Homes is utilizing software and taking advantage of this time. They are upgrading their website, implementing new software that will allow clients to view actual sections virtually in the homes and having 3-D models of new construction homes created.

About Olerio Homes

With an eye for classical design that follows innovative function, Olerio Homes (www.oleriohomes.com/) creates comfortable homes with timeless appeal. A passion for making the Dallas-Fort Worth area the best place on earth to call home guides everything they do.

Learn more at: http://www.oleriohomes.com/

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In uncertain times, Lou Olerio, President of Olerio Homes safely continues forward breaking ground on Modella Park, a gated neighborhood with 24 soft-contemporary patio homes.

Related link: http://www.oleriohomes.com/

Vista Park Developers Have Secured Full Project Team for New Residential Development in Lamesa, Texas

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Vista Park, LLC developers, Ron Smith, President at Smith Wealth Advisors, and Myles Richards, announced today that they have signed agreements with all of the key development team members, moving the Vista Park, LLC residential development project closer to an anticipated ground-breaking in June or July of 2020, pending City of Lamesa approval.

The Vista Park, LLC development offices, located at 6836 Bee Caves Road, Suite 272 in Austin, Texas, in partnership with Myles Richards Construction, Inc, General Contractor for the Vista Park, LLC development, will oversee construction of nearly 360 residential rental units, representing the largest modular construction project in Texas history.

Agreements have been signed for the following roles:

Geo-Tech: PaveTex, Cole Hutson; Civil Engineering: Kimley-Horn, Joe Fraccaro & Sarah Scott are leading the project for the civil design; Architect: Artekta Architects, Jeff Morrau; Structural Engineer: Liberty Engineering Group, Adam Adams; Mechanical Engineer: JPK Engineers, Jamie Kronbeck; Electrical Engineer: Vareberg Engineering, Troy Vareberg; Modular Fabrication: TatumTek, Edwin Tatum CEO & President & Jason Carter Director of Manufacturing & Construction; General Contractor: Myles Richards Construction Inc., Myles Richards, President & Partner; Finance: Knightsbridge Capital, Michael Hunter; Pre-leasing and Property Management: Capstone Real Estate Services, Inc., Matt Lutz VP. Pre-construction Marketing and Public Relations: GlobalSpeed AdGroup, Montgomery Miller; Real Estate: Keller-Williams Real Estate, Deedra Cope; Sharon Youngblood Realty and other realtors.

"This team," explains Myles Richards, President & Partner at Myles Richards Construction, "has literally hundreds of years of combined experience in building successful developments. For the first phase of the Vista Park, LLC project we will construct nearly 360 rental units and expect to break ground in June or July of 2020."

"I think we have a great team," explains Smith, "and I'm ready to get started."

About Myles Richards Construction, Inc.:

Myles Richards Construction, Inc. is a full-service building corporation specializing in high-quality and distinctive luxury homes modular developments, construction development, remodeling and commercial building.

Founded in 1998 by Myles Richards, the Colorado-based company has developed strong working relationships with the finest architects and subcontractors available through its high profile presence in Condominium and Townhome Developments, high-end Luxury Custom Homes, Hospitality, Modular Developments and the Commercial market. Myles' dedication to quality craftsmanship and high-end construction is exemplified in the company's mission statement of creating an exceptional and unique building experience for each and every client they work with.

The company has built projects ranging from 1,100 to 35,000 sq. ft. including small gems, luxury homes, townhomes, a club house, an Aspen Boutique Hotel, and numerous commercial projects. For the past 30 years Myles has maintained a solid reputation for providing clients with an outstanding construction process that is cost effective and maintains the highest level of integrity and quality. For further information call: 970-414-8204 or email: myles@richardsinvest.com.

About Smith Wealth Advisors:

Smith Wealth Advisors is a full-service financial services and consulting firm offering its clients guidance and financial advisory services in retirement planning, investment research, Securities products, 401(k) management and access to global capital markets. Smith Wealth Advisors is a registered Member of FINRA and SIPC and is regulated by the office of the Texas Secretary of State. All Brokerage, investment and financial advisory services carry risk. Smith Wealth Advisors cannot guarantee future financial results. Smith Wealth Advisors may not provide tax or legal advice. Always consult a tax expert or attorney regarding specific legal and tax related matters.

For further information call: 512-330-9161 or visit https://smithwealthadvisors.com/ today.

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Vista Park, LLC developers, Ron Smith, President at Smith Wealth Advisors, and Myles Richards, announced today that they have signed agreements with all of the key development team members, moving the Vista Park, LLC residential development project closer to an anticipated ground-breaking in June or July of 2020, pending City of Lamesa approval.

Related link: https://smithwealthadvisors.com/

Brisk sales at Kokes Properties’ Townhomes at Eden & Main

SOUTHINGTON, Conn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Interest is soaring at The Townhomes at Eden & Main as buyers wanting a new, quality-built townhome choose Kokes Properties' walkable community in vibrant Southington, Connecticut.

Affordable, well-built, and conveniently located, Eden & Main offers prospective buyers their choice of a move-in ready townhome available for purchase in 30 days or a personalized home for closing in as few as 90 days.

"Restaurants, breweries, nearby recreation and new shops, just a block away, are what make this community so desirable," says Michael J. Kokes, founder and president of Kokes Properties. The third-generation real estate developer understands his buyers are looking for a great location and new home value. "If you are interested in a specific unit, you'd be wise to make an appointment now with our salespeople; we have taken nearly a half dozen deposits since the big game weekend. Our community is perfect for New England buyers seeking new construction at an affordable price point," he adds.

Kokes says since spring is around the corner, he expects more contracts to be inked shortly. "Several townhomes have the option for a patio and offer panoramic views," he says. "We have desirable units available at great pricing," he adds.

"I absolutely love my new home that I want to live in forever," said Eden & Main's most recent resident. Liz DeVitto has been calling Eden & Main home for a few months and has been enjoying the quiet setting of the community, the nearby Southington recreational trail, and convenience to highways for commuting and traveling. According to Liz, "If you are looking for easy living without the headache of maintaining a single-family home, Eden & Main is the way to go."

Well-known and respected Lovley Development, owned by Mark Lovley, brings more than 35 years of home-building experience to the Eden & Main project. The Townhomes at Eden & Main consist of 23, two- and three-story homes priced from $229,900 for a limited time. Standard features include high-quality kitchen and bath cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, nine-foot ceilings, oak flooring and an attached garage.

Open house hours are Saturdays and Sundays from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. at the furnished model. The Townhomes at Eden & Main are located at 35 Eden Avenue in Southington. Century 21 All Points Realty's Eileen Lovley is the exclusive agent and can be reached for questions and to set up an appointment at 860-302-5173.

Learn more at: https://edenandmaintownhomes.com/

About Kokes Properties

Kokes Properties turns untapped land potential into thriving real estate assets by prioritizing the impact and longevity of its developments. Michael J. Kokes is a third-generation real estate developer who aims to meet new market demands while honoring the principles and reputation established by his grandfather and father. Kokes Properties' purpose and success are aligned with its customers, trade and business partners, staff and government officials. To learn more, visit https://www.kokesproperties.com/.

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Interest is soaring at The Townhomes at Eden & Main as buyers wanting a new, quality-built townhome choose Kokes Properties' walkable community in vibrant Southington, Connecticut.

Related link: https://www.kokesproperties.com/

CityView Commercial and Jacobs Real Estate purchase Gaviidae Commons in Minneapolis, MN

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. /ScoopCloud/ -- CityView Commercial and Jacobs Real Estate, led by Jack Friedler and Sholom Jacobs, have successfully closed on 651 Nicollet Mall which is part of Gaviidae Commons a 443,000 SF mixed use office and retail complex in Downtown Minneapolis. Gaviidae Commons is located on Nicollet Ave and 7th street and anchored by a new YMCA and Walgreens.

"Gaviidae Commons represents the best location in downtown Minneapolis," said Jack Friedler. "In addition to a robust downtown office market, as living habits change, Millennials are migrating from suburban America to urban America. Downtown Minneapolis is flourishing."

Friedler added, "In today's shrinking retail environment retailers need to be in the best locations to succeed. The development of the old Dayton's building and revitalization of Nicollet Mall is just the beginning of a continually growing downtown."

The building is connected to the Wells Fargo Center and to the IDS and RBC buildings via the skyway system. This system provides convenient year-round access to the retail and convenience services offered in the newly acquired property.

For more information visit: http://cityviewcommercial.com/

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CityView Commercial and Jacobs Real Estate, led by Jack Friedler and Sholom Jacobs, have successfully closed on 651 Nicollet Mall which is part of Gaviidae Commons, a 443,000 SF mixed use office and retail complex in Downtown Minneapolis.

Related link: http://cityviewcommercial.com

Kokes Properties Expands to Build In-House Services

BRIELLE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Kokes Properties welcomes two new executives to the full-service real estate organization led by founder and third-generation developer Michael J. Kokes. Matthew Stephens has been named Vice President of Development and Paul Kavka is Project Manager. Stephens and Kavka will be shaping Kokes Properties' entitlement and construction projects.

"Bringing Matt and Paul on board bolsters our team's entitlements and project management," says Michael J. Kokes. "Their years of solid expertise, reputations and industry contacts strengthen Kokes Properties' real estate development mission as the size and scope of our projects increase," he adds.

Matt Stephens' experience spans more than 15 years. The past five years, he served as Senior Project Manager at Toll Brothers overseeing construction, sales and marketing of Toll communities; including the largest Toll community built in New Jersey. During that period, he earned a Master of Engineering degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham. Stephens also spent 10 years building custom homes at the Jersey Shore.

Paul Kavka is a licensed Professional Engineer in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He brings to Kokes Properties years of experience overseeing project design, permitting, approvals and construction coordination. His tenure in the industry has focused on site planning, civil engineering design, project management, and construction. Kavka spent years with design firms including DW Smith Associates, Paulus, Sokolowski & Sartor, and was a partner in Gladstone Design, Inc. He graduated from the New Jersey Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

Discover more about Kokes Properties and their portfolio of projects at https://kokesproperties.com.

About Kokes Properties

Kokes Properties turns untapped land potential into thriving real estate assets by prioritizing the impact and longevity of its developments. Michael J. Kokes is a third-generation real estate developer who aims to meet new market demands while honoring the principles and reputation established by his grandfather and father. Kokes Properties' purpose and success are aligned with its customers, trade and business partners, staff and government officials. To learn more, visit https://www.kokesproperties.com/.

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Kokes Properties welcomes two new executives to the full-service real estate organization led by founder and third-generation developer Michael J. Kokes. Matthew Stephens has been named Vice President of Development and Paul Kavka is Project Manager.

Related link: https://www.kokesproperties.com/

Economic Growth and Public Policy Propel Homeownership Rates

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- In the first of a three-part series on the impact of economic growth and public policy on homeownership rates, housing policy consultant Allen Jones, Managing Director, Housing Finance Strategies, provides commentary on the drivers of recent increases.

"Today's economic climate combined with private sector recognition of the value of all hard-working Americans is lifting homeownership prospects across the board," says Jones.

The housing crisis of 2008 wreaked havoc on millions of individuals and families. The allure of building generational wealth proved illusory to many who saw the promise of homeownership slip away, taking with it down payments and credit ratings.

Some communities are still recovering, but recent data published by the Census Department may point to a glimmer of light to those hardest hit by the crisis, including African American homeowners. With statistics now supporting incremental improvement to African American homeownership rates from Q4 2016 to Q4 2019, rising from 41.7% to 44% in 2019, it is appropriate to examine the trend and consider the macro factors involved.

It has been said that a rising tide lifts all boats, and that may be true in this case. The US Department of Labor's G. Bryan Slater, Assistant Secretary for Administration, notes "Historically disadvantaged groups are benefiting the most from today's tight labor market. In 2019, the unemployment rates for African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans all hit record lows. Those without a high school degree and people with disabilities also set record-low unemployment rates last year."

It is clear that the increasing labor participation rate is a boon to all, but add to it pointed economic incentives such as the federal government's Opportunity Zones and the private sector's Second Chance programs, a case can be made that homeownership rates in all socio-economic groups may be the beneficiary of economic success.

Yet, even as many housing experts acknowledge the positive direction of African American homeownership, they lament the burgeoning gap compared to white homeownership which is some 28 percentage points higher. Policy makers therefore must continue to sharpen the pencil to level the playing field - or widen it - so that homeownership opportunities can be aspirational for all.

The 2020 Presidential campaign is already producing an overdue discussion on criminal justice reform that follows bi-partisan legislation passed in December 2018 called The First Step Act. That bi-partisan legislation was designed to prepare inmates to successfully rejoin society and is supported by a broad coalition spanning the political spectrum, including business groups, faith-based organizations, law enforcement and State and local leaders.

In fact, ahead of the legislation, a big bank announced several major steps to encourage second-chance hiring for those with criminal records. The bank is officially "banning the box"-removing all questions about criminal records from its job applications. The bank also launched a new "policy center," and its first agenda item is reforming rules that effectively bar former felons from employment, in finance and elsewhere.

A further alignment of government and private sector efforts must continue to grow economic investment so that all workforce participation increases and the opportunities for homeownership broaden. Because what Jack Kemp said in 1989 rings just as true today: "Homeownership is essential, we think, to the American dream."

About Housing Finance Strategies:

Housing Finance Strategies provides currency to a broad constituency of mortgage influencers. These include mortgage company executives, fintech leaders, regulatory compliance senior management and public policy officials working in the Capitol and for Washington, D.C. based trade associations and academics.

Learn more about Housing Finance Strategies at: https://housingfinancestrategies.com/

Media may contact: Allen Jones, Managing Director, Housing Finance Strategies, at: (202) 441-1854.

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In the first of a three-part series on the impact of economic growth and public policy on homeownership rates, housing policy consultant Allen Jones, Managing Director, Housing Finance Strategies, provides commentary on the drivers of recent increases.

Related link: https://housingfinancestrategies.com/

UpsideHōM Launches In South Florida

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- UpsideHōM has officially launched in the United States. The fully managed, shared living concept for senior citizens is an entirely new approach to senior living. The company utilizes standalone single-family homes in lively neighborhoods and provides a turnkey and frictionless living experience for those who desire simplified living, later in life.

Currently, there are 11,000 people a day turning 65 in the US and loneliness among seniors is an epidemic that's putting a tremendous burden on the healthcare system and families alike. According to the Harvard Business Review, loneliness is as damaging to a person's health as smoking 15 cigarettes day. UpsideHōM recently launched with living accommodations in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties, with the goal of scaling nationally by mid-2020.

"In dealing with my own family members, I saw first-hand how vast this problem of social isolation was and thought that there had to be a better way," says Jake Rothstein, UpsideHōM's Founder and CEO. "Seniors today, from the time their kids move out until the time they require full-time care, simply lack sustainable and viable options. We knew we needed to create suitable and enjoyable living arrangements for the senior citizen population - from there we started looking at the statistics and realized just how massive the need for a creative solution was, now more than ever."

UpsideHōMs are standardized across markets and meet a strict set of criteria to maximize safety, comfort, mobility and design. All UpsideHōMs include interior and exterior maintenance, housekeeping, basic cable/internet, companionship visits, a dedicated UpsideHōM Manager and single-bill simplicity. Modern furniture options are also available. Leases are individualized by bedroom for convenience and affordability. UpsideHōM managers offer residents a single point of contact and handle everything from coordination of basic repairs to rides for personal errands. Additionally, they can arrange and organize dozens of other senior-focused activities and services. Because UpsideHōMs are shared, each location is able to provide the incredible benefits and amenities of facility life for up to 70% less than the cost of traditional independent senior living.

UpsideHōMs are now available in all South Florida counties. Interested senior citizens and their families can reserve UpsideHōMs in their desired locations at https://www.upsidehom.com/.

For more information contact Jake Rothstein at press@joinupside.com or at 754-300-1928.

"Senior Living, Remodeled."

About UpsideHōM:

UpsideHōM was founded on a simple premise; to enhance the quality of life for all people in their golden years. We are doing so by building the first and only fully managed, shared living concept for seniors in the nation. Because life is better together. Learn more at https://www.upsidehom.com/.

UpsideHōM has officially launched in the United States. The fully managed, shared living concept for senior citizens is an entirely new approach to senior living. The company utilizes standalone single-family homes in lively neighborhoods and provides a turnkey and frictionless living experience for those who desire simplified living, later in life.

Related link: https://www.upsidehom.com/

Silk Title Co. Focuses on Digital Mortgage Closing Experience, Triples Client Base, Achieves Single-Month Record in 2019

PROVIDENCE, R.I. /ScoopCloud/ -- Silk Title Co., the leading provider of digitally-driven mortgage closing services, announced it achieved record growth in 2019, enabling the firm to deliver on its "service at scale" promise to its institutional bank and independent mortgage lender clients nationwide.

Throughout the year, Silk Title Co. tripled its client base and maintained a zero percent client attrition rate, enabling it to achieve several successive record months. The firm experienced a 582% increase in revenue over 2018, requiring the addition of just 13 employees to its staff due to its strategic infrastructure investments.

"'Service at Scale' is a motto we take seriously, and to that end we have invested considerable resources in developing a business model that maximizes our people, processes and technology to deliver virtually flawless title, settlement and closing services significantly faster and cheaper than the competition," said Silk Title Co. President and CEO Marc Trachtenberg. "Our organization is fully committed to executing mortgage closings as digitally as possible, and our like-minded mortgage lending clients have reaped the benefits of this commitment through reduced costs, faster closing times and an overall better experience for their borrowers and real estate agent partners."

"Our industry assumes that technology is a panacea to the operational problems in loan manufacturing and closing. At Silk Title we've observed that injecting innovative technology into a fundamentally broken process is far from the cure-all everyone assumes," Trachtenberg explained. "That's why we crafted our proprietary process first and then built out our customized technology environment to support it. As a result, we've cultivated a tech-driven, process-oriented client base that recognizes the value of a centralized operating environment and is committed to collaborating with Silk to deliver a seamless closing experience to their borrowers."

About Silk Title Company

Silk Title Co. provides title insurance, search and settlement services across the nation to the top institutional banks and independent mortgage lenders. Additionally, the firm also provides services for foreclosure, default, REO, and traditional real estate transactions. Leveraging a proprietary blend of people, process and technology, Silk Title Co. is able to deliver digital mortgage closing services at scale, resulting in some of the fastest turn times in the industry while delighting homebuyers, real estate agents and lenders alike.

To learn more, visit https://silktitleco.com.

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Silk Title Co., the leading provider of digitally-driven mortgage closing services, announced it achieved record growth in 2019, enabling the firm to deliver on its "service at scale" promise to its institutional bank and independent mortgage lender clients nationwide.

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Palm Beach Premier Real Estate Lists Rare Find on Boca Raton Waterfront Point Lot

BOCA RATON, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Palm Beach Premier Real Estate has just listed an intracoastal dream estate in the heart of Boca Raton. Built in 2002, this Tuscan-inspired villa is situated on a rare-to-find, oversized point lot that boasts panoramic views and a south side location, showering it with sun all day long. With 233 feet of water frontage, this modern-day estate is an absolute gem.

"This is an extraordinary opportunity to own a remarkable piece of luxury Boca Raton real estate on a rarely available oversized waterfront point lot," Listing Broker Grant Freer says.

The property located at 898 Glouchester Street features six bedrooms, eight and a half baths and nearly 9,000 square feet of interior living space.

Upon entry, a grand staircase with stunning wrought-iron railings and an elegant statement chandelier makes an extraordinary first impression. The luxury architectural details throughout the estate include coffered ceilings, crown moldings, a grand entry foyer, custom mill work, imported marble and stone, a chef's dream kitchen with high-end gas appliances, dual refrigerators, spacious island, breakfast nook overlooking the water, large bar area and high-end elements throughout.

"Thoughtful design and detailing are truly found in every room," Grant adds.

The spacious master retreat offers beautiful design elements, a stunning fireplace and built-in TV unit. The suite connects to a private balcony overlooking the water and there's also a water view from the large soaker tub in the hers master en-suite.

There's an elevator, upstairs and downstairs laundry spaces, home theatre, gym, fireplace and four-car garage. Additional features include all new air conditioning units, an outdoor grill area, generator and so much more.

The listing price for this beautiful Boca Raton estate home is $5.65 Million. Click here for the full listing: https://www.palmbeachpremierrealestate.com/property/RX-10595670/?addrs=1

This Boca Raton waterfront property abuts the intracoastal and access canal and has dockage that can accommodate a 75-foot yacht. A stunning sitting room overlooks the waterway and pool area too.

"This property truly offers endless luxury," Broker Associate/Office Manager Gia Freer says. "The prime waterfront views coupled with extraordinary landscape details only add to the property's elegance and serious wow factor."

Watch a YouTube video about this beautiful Boca Raton waterfront mansion here: https://youtu.be/V9XW7ludRg8.

About Palm Beach Premier Real Estate

Founded in 2006, Palm Beach Premier Real Estate is a boutique real estate company that specializes in luxury homes, multi-million-dollar condominiums, gated communities and waterfront properties. The company embraces a five-star customer experience and concierge-style philosophy.

Broker/Owner Grant Freer is originally from the United Kingdom and is respected as a clear communicator with strong negotiating skills. He has a background in accounting, finance and business and has managed multiple successful ventures. With more than 25 years of experience, his knowledge of the housing market combined with his sales and marketing skills make him one of the Palm Beach region's premier real estate brokers.

Gia Freer has more than 20 years of real estate experience. She is intimately familiar with luxury real estate throughout Broward and Palm Beach Counties. She's been an early adopter of many new technologies, finding ways to help clients through social media and online video. Much of Gia's success can be credited to her passion for helping people. Her positive energy and attention to detail have earned her great praise for providing high-quality service.

For more information about Palm Beach Premier Real Estate: https://www.palmbeachpremierrealestate.com/

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+1-561-395-8418
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Palm Beach Premier Real Estate has just listed an intracoastal dream estate in the heart of Boca Raton. Built in 2002, this Tuscan-inspired villa is situated on a rare-to-find, oversized point lot that boasts panoramic views and a south side location, showering it with sun all day long. With 233 feet of water frontage, this modern-day estate is an absolute gem.

Jim McCann Announces a Prime Location Palm Beach Monterey Style Residence

PALM BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Luxury Palm Beach Agent, Jim McCann, lists an incredible Palm Beach residence offered for $6.7 Million. The treelined avenues of Palm Beach are home to some world's most iconic luxury properties, delivering a lifestyle of privilege and style. And now, it's your turn to experience this sought-after way of life with this stunning Monterey style home. Perched in a prime location and shrouded by a canopy of thriving greenery and lush foliage, this gorgeous house oozes a cheerful, yet sophisticated ambience and is perfectly positioned on a 19,284 square foot lot.

More information on 267 Dunbar Road can be found at: https://www.premierestateproperties.com/p/267-Dunbar-Road-Palm-Beach-FL-33480/dmgid_136555107

Proudly boasting 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 partial baths in its 5,236 square foot floorplan, this is a remarkable home in every way. Showcased by soaring ceilings adorned with cypress paneling, flawless wood, marble flooring, and an elegance which is etched into every finish, it is brimming with beauty and intrigue.

A cozy living room with warm wood finishes and fireplace promises to be an inviting haven for relaxation or gathering with guests, and the centrally placed wood paneled library overlooks spacious grounds. The well-designed kitchen and dining room are gleaming examples of elegance, with the kitchen boasting a surplus of storage, stainless steel appliances, and an eat-in counter. The centrally placed family room opens to the sunny patio via French doors and will foster happy, heartfelt memories.

Residing on the second floor, the sumptuous, sun-infused master suite is a restful and superior sanctuary complemented by a dressing room with dual walk-in closets, master bathroom with spa, and a balcony with a spiral staircase to ensure you can access the beautiful backyard with ease. Two more bedrooms - one with en-suite and both with walk-in closets - also await, while the upstairs study can be utilized as a 4th bedroom.

Outdoors, indulge in a peaceful and private oasis while you soak up the eternal sunshine which spills over the 16' x 32' swimming pool, manicured gardens, and areas zoned for relaxation. You can also dine, alfresco style, in the covered loggia and sip cocktails under the shadows of towering palms which sway gently in the Floridian breeze, or retreat to the secluded rooftop balcony and be mesmerized by the glorious views.

Considered one of the top residential streets on the Island, Dunbar Road is flanked by the glistening white sands and pristine North Atlantic Ocean on one end and the famed Lake Trail which hugs the Intracoastal Waterway at the other. You're also less than 2 miles from the Everglades Club and the Palm Beach Country Club and central to the renowned Worth Avenue, with its Michelin star dining and world-class designer shopping. Midtown shopping is on hand at The Royal Poinciana Plaza, and if the local social scene should beckon, The Breakers, Mar-a-Lago, the Flagler Museum and The Society of the Four Arts Museum & Gardens are also close by. Finally, travelers can take advantage of private and commercial air services at Palm Beach International Airport, located less than 15 minutes away.

For a sneak peek of this Monterey style residence, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdj6cqKzxnc&t=8s

About Jim McCann:

Immediate Past President of the Palm Beach Board of Realtors, Jim McCann, is ranked in the top 200 Real Estate Agents in the nation for 2019 and has been included on this list since 2007, selling over $100 million in high-end Palm Beach homes each year. Over the course of his 30-year career in Palm Beach real estate he has represented over $2Billion+ in sales transactions. He is known for his unparalleled real estate marketing expertise, his masterful negotiating abilities, and for his excellent professionalism providing top customer service. Jim is constantly on the forefront of implementing cutting edge strategies to get his client's listings mass exposure. He continues to surpass the luxury real estate competition in Palm Beach year after year all while maintaining a reputation for doing business with utmost integrity. To find out more about the opportunity to own the most luxurious homes in Palm Beach, please visit: http://jimmccann.info

Jim McCann & Associates
Contact- Jim McCann
Phone- 561.655.5560
URL- https://www.premierestateproperties.com/palm-beach/agent-bio/jimmccann
Email: Jim@premierestateproperties.com
Address- 125 Worth Avenue, Suite 221, Palm Beach, FL 33480

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Luxury Palm Beach Agent, Jim McCann, lists an incredible Palm Beach residence offered for $6.7 Million. The tree-lined avenues of Palm Beach are home to some world's most iconic luxury properties, delivering a lifestyle of privilege and style. And now, it's your turn to experience this sought-after way of life with this stunning Monterey style home.

Related link: http://jimmccann.info/

Atlanta Luxury Realtor Debra Johnston Lists an Exquisite Luxury Listing with Colossal Car-collector Steel Showroom

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Debra Johnston of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties presents Georgia's best custom masterpiece estate offered for $15.5 Million. For the epitome of sprawling sophistication, indulgent luxury, and decadent opulence there is none that rival this exceptional Atlanta estate. Ensconced at the heart of 446 rolling emerald green acres, this serene sanctuary, renowned as Georgia's most prized property, boasts all the trimmings you'd expect from such a sumptuous offering. Showcased by a 10,000 square foot exquisite and expertly customized home, three caretaker residences, and a one-of-a-kind 40,000 square foot "car barn," there is simply nothing which can compare to this exceedingly rare, magnificent masterpiece and its majestic surrounds.

More information on 3509 Tanners Mill in Gainesville, GA can be found at: https://debraajohnston.com/homes-for-sale-details/3509-TANNERS-MILL-CIRCLE-GAINESVILLE-GA-30507/5989080/49/

Perfectly positioned just one hour north of Buckhead Atlanta, a stone fence marks the auspicious entry before unveiling a winding driveway which curls its way past manicured lawns and mature trees to where the grand main residence awaits. A meandering river, complemented by gentle waterfalls and a 6-acre lake surrounds this landmark abode, while inviting walkways dotted with intriguing sculptures and a charming covered bridge, will also tempt you to explore the outdoors.

It won't be long until you're drawn towards the stately residence highlighted by an incredibly ornate and intricately carved front door imported from Santa Fe which sets the tone of unrivalled grandeur. Marvel at the views which beckon from every room, along with the flawless finishes throughout - created from only the finest materials. The main level living space exudes a regal splendor, where a stone fireplace and rows of oversized picture windows draws attention to the lofty ceiling height, also echoed in the foyer. A family room oozes cozy appeal and there is a richly wood-paneled billiards and bar room plus a great room off the gourmet kitchen. Infused with a sense of refined country charm, this well-equipped space is designed for culinary delights which can be enjoyed in the distinguished dining room adorned with a glittering Baccarat Chandelier.

The bedrooms have also been carefully cultivated to honor the classic, enduring beauty of this home. The main level master suite, which opens up to the patio, is balanced by a lavish en-suite and a double-sided fireplace that leads through to a graceful sitting room. A sweeping staircase, set under a ceiling created from 100-year-old reclaimed wood beams, delivers you to the next level where four elegant bedroom suites await, including a second master suite.

An expansive 6,000 square feet of covered patios with slate floors wraps itself around three sides of the main residence, where you can sit back and bask in the spectacular handiwork of mother nature and be spellbound by the hypnotic rhythm of soothing waterfalls and rivers.

The shining standout of this enviable offering is the 40,000 square foot 'car barn'. This converted equestrian center proudly hosts a car collection of over 70 vehicles, as well as a stunning office, a 1900's-style saloon, replicas of a period gas station, dealership façade, barber shop, soda shop as well as a movie theater ticket booth and marquee.

Along with the replica of a mahogany bar from a historic hotel in New Mexico, reclaimed beams, wide plank floors and library - the property also boasts a unique red slate roof, specifically selected to enhance the custom doors.

Situated an hour north of exclusive Buckhead, and a short drive from Chateau Elan Winery & Resort in Braselton, this is the lifestyle many aspire to, but few are privileged enough to enjoy.

For a sneak peek tour of this grand luxury property and estate, visit: https://youtu.be/oMzw_APwJzY

About Debra Johnston:
Debra Johnston is one of Atlanta's top luxury agents with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Georgia Properties and is a current Chairman Circle Diamond member for the past 3 consecutive years and the #1 individual agent in the Buckhead Office of Berkshire Hathaway for the past six consecutive years. In 2019, Debra had a record-breaking year selling $42 million in 18 closed transactions representing both luxury buyers and sellers. She continues to surpass client expectations as demonstrated in her sales volume performance year over year serving her extensive clientele network which includes the music and film industry, athletes, Fortune 500 executives, and entrepreneurs. Debra is the exclusive 'News Partner Realtor' for the Atlanta real estate market, which uniquely differentiates herself as a leader in utilizing her proprietary cutting edge marketing strategy of using her media connections to get her client's homes featured on high-authority channels like Yahoo Finance, Reuters, Bloomberg, FOX, ABC, NBC, and more. Debra is constantly on the forefront of implementing progressive tactics to get her listings mass exposure through this distinctive complementary blend of press-marketing, search engine optimization, and technology coupled with superb photography and video production. She is known for her genuine enthusiasm for luxury real estate and for her excellent professionalism providing top customer service. With over sixteen years of experience in the luxury market, Debra is a leader in the real estate field and consistently delivers uncompromising professionalism and ultimately a positive experience for her clients. Representing clients from Los Angeles to New York to Miami, Debra continues to surpass the luxury real estate competition in Atlanta while delivering exceptional service each and every time.

To find out more about the opportunity to own Atlanta's premier luxury properties, please view Debra Johnston's website at http://debraajohnston.com.

Debra Johnston - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices GA Properties
Address: 3500 Lenox Road NE #300, Atlanta, Georgia 30326, United States
Contact Name: Debra Johnston
Website: http://www.debraajohnston.com
Email: debra.johnston@bhhsgeorgia.com
Phone: +1-404-312-1959
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Debra Johnston of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties presents Georgia's best custom masterpiece estate offered for $15.5 Million. For the epitome of sprawling sophistication, indulgent luxury, and decadent opulence there is none that rival this exceptional Atlanta estate.

Related link: http://www.debraajohnston.com/

Luxury Condominium Project by Forest Development Approved For Lake Park

LAKE PARK, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Lake Park, Florida-based Forest Development has received unanimous approval from the Town of Lake Park to build Nautilus 211, a 332-unit, 1.15 million sq. ft. luxury condominium project with mixed use components that will rise along the Intracoastal Waterway, overlooking the Lake Park Harbor Marina. Nautilus 211 will be the largest development project in the Town's history, and construction is expected to begin in the fall of 2020. Completion is estimated in the summer of 2023.

The project's two, 23-story towers will offer dramatic, unobstructed views across the Intracoastal Waterway to the Atlantic Ocean and premium finishes and amenities. It features two pools: one on the sixth-floor deck with a pool-side bar and lounge, hot tub, and private cabanas. A second pool on the 23rd floor also includes an outdoor kitchen for resident use. Nautilus 211 will be known for its many extras, including pickleball courts, putting green, game room, children's play center, private theater, club room, resident bowling alley, wine storage, library, large fitness center with a yoga studio, and giant chess board. A fifth floor entertainment area will offer a music studio, arts and crafts room, billiards room and Pilates studio. There are also four guest suites available for rent.

"This remarkable project is the result of five years of planning," said Peter Baytarian, Managing Partner of Forest Development. "The community rallied its support around the project that will bring vitality and world-class architecture to Lake Park, and we are very appreciative of our new neighbors. Once completed, Nautilus 211 will allow the Town to truly thrive, and achieve some of its other goals that benefit all residents."

"This project is a game-changer for us," said Lake Park Mayor Michael O'Rourke. "Nautilus 211 will bring in more than $1.7 million in annual revenue to the Town, which will help us create new programs and potentially reduce taxes, plus generate hundreds of construction jobs and dozens of permanent jobs for area residents."

Nautilus 211 was designed by RD Architects of Miami, and Kast Construction will be the general contractor. The interiors were created by the highly respected Interiors by Steven G design team of Fort Lauderdale. Inclusive of the over-the-top amenities, Nautilus will be clearly distinguished by the value it offers vis-à-vis comparable new condominium units in surrounding pockets of affluence. Pricing has not yet been released but Baytarian says the initial unit offering will run at a significant discount to comparable units (not counting all the amenities) in Palm Beach County markets.

In addition to the 332 condos, the 2.78-acre site at Federal Highway and Lake Shore Drive will include 13,000 sq. ft. of office space, 8,058 sq. ft. of retail and 14,550 sq. ft. of space for two waterfront restaurants. Five floors of parking will offer 863 spaces for residents and the public.

Nautilus 211 will be directly adjacent to the 87-slip Lake Park Harbor Marina, with access for ships up to 140 feet. The marina is conveniently located just minutes from the Palm Beach Inlet providing access to the Atlantic Ocean and beyond. The location is ideal for boating, fishing, scuba diving and day trips to The Bahamas.

For more information, email info@forestdevelopment.com or call 888-622-1811.

Learn more online at: https://forestdevelopment.com/

Lake Park, Florida-based Forest Development has received unanimous approval from the Town of Lake Park to build Nautilus 211, a 332-unit, 1.15 million sq. ft. luxury condominium project with mixed use components that will rise along the Intracoastal Waterway, overlooking the Lake Park Harbor Marina.

Related link: https://forestdevelopment.com/

Mold Inspection Sciences Texas and Blackmon Mooring and BMS CAT Collaborations Deliver New Mold Response Efficiencies

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- "The Secret Life of Mold," a podcast released by Mold Inspection Sciences Texas, recently sat down with Robby Jackson, general manager of Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT Austin, to discuss the solution for a more efficient response to mold.

"Mold remediation is the process of treating mold-contaminated areas, effectively stopping, reducing, and repairing the growth of mold," said Jackson. "Mold needs warmth, moisture, and food. Anytime there is a water loss, it needs to be dealt with immediately. It only takes 48 to 72 hours for mold to become present."

"Not enough people know that mold assessments and remediation are two different processes that should be kept separate and professionally handled," he said. "However, when used in a collaborative effort, they can help solve a mold issue much more comprehensively."

So what makes this relationship so much more efficient? According to Jackson, it's the checks and balances, the open lines of communication, and having that unique detection expertise available while the restoration is in process.

"During mold inspections valuable data is collected, so assessment and remediation can successfully work together," says guest co-host and Mold Inspection Sciences Texas Chief Operating Officer Mike Marshall. "Investigating, collecting samples, and laboratory testing is the only way to know for sure what type of mold is present, how much mold is present, and how it may be impacting the indoor environment."

"That is how we know for sure that we are properly containing, cleaning, and restoring impacted areas," Jackson adds. "Without a scope of work, we are left to assumptions."

"That open line of communication with a consultant and a partner like Mold Inspection Sciences Texas is critical in that type of transition, if necessary. And we've done that on quite a few occasions with unbelievable success."

It can also be downloaded on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-mold-assessment-and-remediation-work-hand-in-hand/id1459902004?i=1000459942855.

About The Secret Life of Mold:
Mold can lurk undetected, wreaking havoc and making you, those around you, and your property sick. The Secret Life of Mold team know the plethora of myths, misconceptions, and scare tactics that cause confusion and fear. The Secret Life of Mold podcast is armed with proven and experienced tips, tools, strategies, and information on all things mold, allergy, and air quality issues that you need to know.

About Mold Inspection Sciences Texas:
Mold Inspection Sciences Texas - http://www.moldinspectiontexas.com/ - was founded in 2007 by CEO Michael Bains with one simple goal in mind: to provide affordable, professional, and high-quality mold inspection and testing services to people across Texas suffering from the nuisance of mold. Over the past 12 years, MISTX has successfully performed and solved thousands of investigations, providing safer and healthier conditions for a wide variety of clients to thrive in.

About Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT:
Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT started in 1948 as a furniture and dye shop. Blackmon Mooring has grown to become a leader in each service area where it practices - from fire and water restoration to storm damage recovery. The earliest founders of Blackmon Mooring built their business on reliability, quality, and superior customer service. In 1981, the company expanded its reach globally with the addition of the BMS CAT division, and since then it has responded to some of the world's most devastating disasters. Today, the company follows the same principles it was founded upon, and always remembers that the customer is the cornerstone of the business. Learn more: http://www.blackmonmooring.com/.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Susie Hays
Q2Mark
susie@q2mark.com
760-458-9201

"The Secret Life of Mold," a podcast released by Mold Inspection Sciences Texas, recently sat down with Robby Jackson, general manager of Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT Austin, to discuss the solution for a more efficient response to mold.

Related link: https://www.moldinspectiontexas.com/

Vermont Company Jamaica Cottage Shop Ships 10 Thousandth Building

SOUTH LONDONDERRY, Vt. /ScoopCloud/ -- Jamaica Cottage Shop has hit a milestone. After 25 years of being in business, it's excited to announce it just shipped its 10 thousandth building. And, considering the company's owner first started out building dog houses, that's a pretty impressive accomplishment.

Domenic Mangano, owner, Jamaica Cottage Shop, attributes the company's success to its direct to consumer model which keeps cost low and to its post and beam construction which keeps quality high. Shipping is free in the continental U.S. and eastern Canada which adds quite a bit to savings too.

The post and beam design uses rough hemlock and Eastern white pine, milled predominately in Vermont sawmills. Only superior hardware is used.

Jamaica Cottage kits ship in self-contained shrink-wrapped bricks and are designed for easy, onsite assembly. Lumber is American grown, sustainably harvested and native rough-sawn.

Perfect for every use, top sellers include the Vermont Cottage, a charming, one-room 16 x 20 building; the Vermont cabin, a 20 x 30 post and beam dwelling; the Gibraltar and the Xylia - both ideal candidates for a tiny home or cabin.

Vermont Cottage Company also makes the projects very affordable by offering fast financing in the checkout process.

"We try to make everything easy for our customers," Mangano says. "That's what sets us apart from the competition."

In addition to four season tiny homes and cottages for living, Jamaica Cottage Shop also offers storage, garden and livestock solutions. There are DIY kits with easy-to-follow, color-coded directions and pre-assembled options too.

"It's all about keeping it simple," Mangano says. "And, when you combine quality and savings, it yields success. It's time to start working towards the next 10,000 now."

About Jamaica Cottage Shop, Inc.

Founded in 1995 by Domenic Mangano, Jamaica Cottage Shop, Inc. is a privately-held company. The name is derived from the town where it was first launched - Jamaica, Vermont. It's a group of premier builders of fine post and beam buildings such as tool sheds, cottages, wood sheds and livestock shelter. Built by Vermont tradesmen, each structure is crafted with a personality of its own creating a distinctive and aesthetically pleasing sight that will enhance any landscape. It offers complete design-to-finish solutions for clients searching for a special sanctuary.

To learn more about Jamaica Cottage Shop, visit: https://jamaicacottageshop.com/.

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Jamaica Cottage Shop has hit a milestone. After 25 years of being in business, it's excited to announce it just shipped its 10 thousandth building. And, considering the company's owner first started out building dog houses, that's a pretty impressive accomplishment.

Related link: http://jamaicacottageshop.com/

Homestake Capital’s New Brand: Kokes Properties – a Real Estate Legacy

BRIELLE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Third generation real estate developer, Michael J. Kokes, president, proudly announces Homestake Capital LLC is now Kokes Properties, a full-service real estate firm. Rebranding as Kokes Properties showcases the company's aspiration to become New Jersey's premier, vertically integrated real estate firm and solidifies the Kokes name as one of the most trusted in the industry.

Since founding Homestake Capital in 2015, Mr. Kokes has successfully guided its evolution from a passive investment vehicle to a full-service real estate firm. "Assuming a more active role in development projects has become central to the firm's growth strategy, and rebranding to Kokes Properties is a logical progression that will help our team achieve our business initiatives, and build upon the legacy established by my father and grandfather," Kokes says.

Prior to founding his business, Mr. Kokes worked side-by-side with his father Jan, who led The Kokes Organization (TKO) for more than 35 years. Between 1964 and 2016, TKO developed more than 21,000 homes throughout New Jersey, and an extensive network of real estate industry connections and relationships that have continued to grow under Michael's stewardship.

At Kokes Properties, Mr. Kokes will uphold the family legacy of developing and owning high-quality real estate assets, forging meaningful relationships in New Jersey communities and beyond, and remaining steadfast in its commitment to responsible corporate citizenship.

Mr. Kokes says, "We value every relationship, from trade partners and residents, to government officials. Our aim is to develop communal relationships that span decades to benefit our children and our children's children."

Kokes Properties continues developing Homestake Capital legacy assets, notably The Townhomes at Eden & Main, a 64-unit housing community, within walking distance of the vibrant and evolving downtown of Southington, Connecticut. Eden & Main welcomed its first homebuyers in November 2019. Mr. Kokes also enthusiastically embraced the town with major sponsorship of Southington's 51st Apple Harvest Festival in October 2019, which delighted more than 100,000 area residents and visitors.

Kokes Properties is expanding its real estate projects and project opportunities for industry partners; from land developers and trade subcontractors to potential residents. Interested partners may reach out by email to Kokes Properties at: info@kokesproperties.com.

About Kokes Properties, LLC

Kokes Properties turns untapped real estate project potential into thriving communities by prioritizing the impact and longevity of its developments, and by seeing projects through to completion. Michael J. Kokes is a third-generation real estate developer, meeting new market demands while honoring the principles and reputation established by his grandfather and father. Kokes Properties' purpose and success is aligned with its customers, trade and business partners, staff and government officials. More information: https://www.kokesproperties.com/

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Caption: Michael J. Kokes, President, Kokes Properties, at Eden & Main in Southington, CT.

Third generation real estate developer, Michael J. Kokes, president, proudly announces Homestake Capital LLC is now Kokes Properties, a full-service real estate firm. Rebranding as Kokes Properties showcases the company's aspiration to become New Jersey's premier, vertically integrated real estate firm and solidifies the Kokes name as one of the most trusted in the industry.

Related link: https://www.kokesproperties.com/

Coldwell Banker Elite Debuts a Brand New Look

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, Coldwell Banker Elite unveiled its fresh new look as the Coldwell Banker® network undergoes a visual transformation as part of "Project North Star." Coldwell Banker Elite is deploying all new office signage, yard signs, marketing materials and more as part of the full network-wide rebrand this year.

Since launching the rebrand, Coldwell Banker set upon a path to retell its brand story by solidifying its mission statement and recommitting to its core values. The new logo, called the "CB North Star," symbolizes the Coldwell Banker network: in an ever-changing real estate landscape, agents remain a constant--guiding consumers as they navigate the home buying and selling process.

President and CEO, Kevin Breen, is excited for another opportunity to tell Coldwell Banker Elite's story, "The rebranding gives us a chance to reintroduce ourselves to our consumers and peers. For the past 40 years, Coldwell Banker Elite associates have been making a positive impact in the community and to our clients. This new look and new story elements, will help our Associates stand out even more and continue to be the most trusted advisors in the industry."

Executive Vice President Matthew Rathbun says agents are energized by the new look, "Throughout the process of putting a new, fresh and contemporary face on our strong brand we have found that our Associates are eager to tell our story. The new logo and marketing tools are just a vehicle to remind our clients that Coldwell Banker Elite has remained the premier real estate firm in Virginia for a very long time."

"Coldwell Banker Elite is excited to be part of this journey," said Angel Piontek, Vice President Marketing of Coldwell Banker Elite. "We can't wait to leverage the fresh visuals of Project North Star and we believe this look will be 'a head turner' in the greater Fredericksburg region. We appreciate the opportunity to help guide our brand to success for another 100 years."

About Coldwell Banker Elite

Coldwell Banker Elite is the #1 Coldwell Banker Affiliate in Virginia with 9 offices around the Northern Virginia region. Family-owned and operated since 1980, Coldwell Banker Elite's creative marketing, cutting-edge technology and commitment to quality and unmatched service has helped countless families with their real estate needs. Coldwell Banker Elite provides residential, commercial, property management and relocation services. Each Coldwell Banker franchise is independently owned and operated.

Learn more at: https://coldwellbankerelite.com/

Media Inquiries:
Angel Piontek
Vice President of Marketing
Coldwell Banker Elite
angel@cbeva.com

Today, Coldwell Banker Elite unveiled its fresh new look as the Coldwell Banker network undergoes a visual transformation as part of "Project North Star." Coldwell Banker Elite is deploying all new office signage, yard signs, marketing materials and more as part of the full network-wide rebrand this year.

Related link: https://coldwellbankerelite.com/

Leslie Kavanaugh Offers a Prime Location Condominium with Stunning Sunset Views

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Luxury Estate Realtor, Leslie Kavanaugh, has announced an incredible property offered for $1,150,000. A high-quality home located near Google's newest coming location, UCLA, Century City and close to Beverly Hills, this represents the carefree lifestyle today. That's why this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom condo tucked away in a tranquil leafy location, and ensconced in a gated, boutique complex will not be on the market for long as it is the answer to modern day LA living.

More information can be found at: http://lesliekavanaugh.com/homes-for-sale-details/2255+FOX+HILLS+Drive+%26%2335%3B+300+Los+Angeles+CA+90064/19534252/306/

Sunshine cascades through the home with warmth, reflecting off the gleaming hardwood floors. The easy-care, open floor plan area is a haven you'll be happy to retreat to. Recline here fireside to reflect on your day, or be drawn out onto the bright, sun-lit balcony which awaits with terrific views. Here, against the backdrop of west facing vistas which deliver scintillating and mesmerizing sunsets, raise a glass with friends to toast your successes or indulge in a steaming coffee to kickstart your day.

Cozy, family style seating in the dining area means looking forward to intimate gatherings with guests, while the adjoining gourmet kitchen is adorned with stainless steel Chef's appliances. Combined with the flawless granite counter tops and white cabinetry, it offers everything you need for ease of entertaining and everyday living.

The bedrooms echo the charm of this condo; generously sized to ensure complete comfort, they will be your personal sanctuary where you can lay your head in a restful, peaceful oasis at the day's end. The master suite, fringed with modern, crisp white plantation shutters, a ceiling fan, and plush carpet to sink your soles into is also accompanied by an immaculate en-suite bathroom. With its earthy, soothing color palette, you'll be able to easily unwind in the soaking tub and benefit from the beautiful, over-sized shower and large walk-in closet.

Other features which enhance the home include an internal stacked laundry, alarm system, forced air heating, air-conditioning, built-ins, two covered car spaces, and 24-hour security.

Perfectly positioned in a sought-after location and a peaceful street, this low maintenance lifestyle will also ensure you have ample time to take advantage of all the incredible amenities which await close by. Golf enthusiasts will relish the close proximity to the 18-hole, par 71 championship Rancho Park Golf Course which has played host to eighteen Los Angeles Opens as well as numerous LPGA and Senior tour events. Or, if shopping is your preferred pastime, the newly remodeled Westfield Century City Mall is less than a mile away. This two-level, 1.3 million-square-foot outdoor shopping mall which boasts Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Macy's, a Gelson's supermarket, and a 15-screen AMC multiplex will ensure your every retail and entertainment need is met. For those with a taste for luxury, this condo is also conveniently located close to the iconic Beverly Hills.

About Leslie Kavanaugh
Native Californian, Leslie Kavanaugh has been recognized through her multi-decade real estate career as the top producing agent of California's Westside community consisting of Bel Air, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Malibu and Beverly Hills. Recipient of California 100 & the Circle of Distinction awards, President's Elite Circle, and Nation President's Circle, Leslie's expertise and outstanding sales record has been recognized countless times. Not only an exceptional leader in the real estate field, but also considered a 'connector' who uses her extensive clientele network to bring maximum exposure to her listings. Leslie is known for her genuine enthusiasm for luxury real estate and for her excellent professionalism providing top customer service. Her passion is evident in everything she does from showing her homes to her ongoing participation in community and charitable organizations.

To find out more about the opportunity to own California's Westside finest homes, please view Leslie Kavanaugh of Rodeo Realty's site: http://lesliekavanaugh.com

Leslie Kavanaugh - Rodeo Realty
Address- 202 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Contact- Leslie Kavanaugh CA DRE#0807553
Phone- 310-432-7232
Email: leslie@kavanaughhomes.com
URL- http://lesliekavanaugh.com
Address- 202 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210
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Luxury Estate Realtor, Leslie Kavanaugh, has announced an incredible property offered for $1,150,000. A high-quality home located near Google's newest coming location, UCLA, Century City and close to Beverly Hills, this represents the carefree lifestyle today.

Related link: http://lesliekavanaugh.com/

TatumTek Completes Land Acquisition for Development of Hi-Tech Modular Construction Assembly Plant in Lamesa, TX

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Edwin Tatum, Founder and CEO of Dallas-based TatumTek, a modular construction firm with offices at 2121 N. Peart St. Suite 300 Dallas, TX 75201, announced today that the company has completed the acquisition of a 64.73 acre tract of land located on the north side of Highway 180 just west of the Lamesa city limits in Lamesa, Texas.

The site will serve as the future home for TatumTek's first manufacturing and distribution facility. This facility will use highly advanced fabrication and assembly technologies to build and assemble large modular units for use in residential and commercial construction projects such as single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, and hotels. The company expects to break ground on the $20-million manufacturing facility in the second quarter of 2020.

"Our new production and distribution facility," explains Tatum, "will incorporate the most advanced modular construction technologies available with hi-tech automation systems to complement approximately 150 highly trained workers. Much like the Lego's we played with as kids, our system will allow us to produce a variety of products such as single-family homes, apartments and hotels inside the factory and 'snap' together once shipped to the site. This can be done 50% faster with equal and sometimes greater strength, without compromising the expectation of the consumer relative to finish-out and amenities. We will soon be able to produce, in Lamesa, a new generation of quality housing for the Permian Basin and the entire state of Texas at costs more aligned with the economic reality of most hard-working Americans."

"By adding a new reserve of quality housing to the Lamesa market," Tatum continues, "employees that currently commute long distances each way to work in Lamesa will be able to move their families into the community in which they work. In fact, we expect our first production orders to come from the Vista Park, LLC development, expected to break ground near our facility in early 2020. Vista Park, LLC will include 60-100 beautiful townhomes and up to 400 rental units."

"It's very important to me," Tatum explains, "that the community understands this is not your grandfather's modular home product, typically thought of as glorified mobile homes or manufactured homes. Housing is the only major industry in the U.S. from which Americans fully accept the product being built outside a factory, eliminating the increased sustainability, strength, and speed benefits other manufacturers derive from having a controlled environment. Can you imagine buying a new Toyota or BMW and the representative says they'll begin building it in your driveway on Friday? Absolutely not! Our team believes hard-working Americans deserve better and this land acquisition is the first major step in that regard."

About TatumTek:
TatumTek is an innovative, Dallas-based modular construction firm headed by Founder and CEO Edwin Tatum, combining traditional modular building techniques with highly advanced automation and design elements. At TatumTek, our guiding principal is simple: people come first. We value our people and those we serve. Our advanced modular construction technology (AMCT) dramatically improves production efficiency while reducing the cost for beautiful, functional, value conscious construction.

TatumTek is leading the construction industry to the next generation of quality housing through optimized efficiency while setting a new standard for builders, developers and home buyers that will ultimately improve quality of life for more people. We create better living.

For further information call: 214-537-1158 or visit https://tatumtek.com/ today.

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Contact: Edwin Tatum, 214-537-1158
Email: Edwin@TatumTek.com

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Edwin Tatum, Founder and CEO of Dallas-based TatumTek, a modular construction firm with offices at 2121 N. Peart St. Suite 300 Dallas, TX 75201, announced today that the company has completed the acquisition of a 64.73 acre tract of land located on the north side of Highway 180 just west of the Lamesa city limits in Lamesa, Texas.

Related link: https://tatumtek.com/