Southeast

Lowe’s to Close 20 Underperforming Stores in U.S., 31 in Canada

by John Nelson November 6, 2018

MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Lowe’s Cos. Inc. (NYSE: LOW) has unveiled its plans to close 20 underperforming stores in the United States as part of its ongoing strategic reassessment. Additionally, the company will close 31 Canadian stores. The Mooresville-based home improvement retailer stated that most associates at these stores will be extended opportunities to transition to a similar role at a nearby Lowe’s store. The majority of affected stores are located within 10 miles of another Lowe’s store. Lowe’s expects to close the impacted stores by Feb. 1, 2019, which is the end of the company’s 2018 fiscal year. The list of the closed stores can be found here. The company intends to conduct store-closing sales for most of the impacted locations, with the exception of select stores in the U.S. that will close immediately. “The store closures are a necessary step in our strategic reassessment as we focus on building a stronger business,” says Marvin Ellison, president and CEO of Lowe’s. Previously the CEO of J.C. Penney, Ellison was appointed over the summer to lead Lowe’s, taking over for Robert Niblock. Shortly after the hire, Lowe’s announced plans to close all 99 Orchard Supply Hardware stores, as well as a …

November 6, 2018

Acquisitions Alabama Retail Southeast

Boyle Investment Sells Whole Foods-Anchored Retail Center in Metro Birmingham

by Amy Works November 6, 2018

HOOVER, ALA. — Boyle Investment Co.’s Midsouth Capital Fund has completed the sale of Whole Foods Market Plaza, a retail property situated on 18.9 acres at 3780 Riverchase Village in Hoover, a suburb of Birmingham. TH Real Estate, an affiliate of Nuveen, purchased the assets for an undisclosed price. Originally developed in 1980 and renovated in 2016, the 175,673-square-foot property is occupied by Whole Foods Market, PetSmart, Best Buy, Bella’s Bridal and Formal and Newk’s Eatery. Jim Hamilton and Shea Patrick of HFF represented the seller in the deal.

November 6, 2018

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Kentucky Loans Retail Southeast

Cohen Financial Secures $18.2M Acquisition Loan for New Retail Center in Hopkinsville, Kentucky

by Amy Works November 6, 2018

HOPKINSVILLE, KY. — Cohen Financial has arranged $18.2 million for the acquisition of the newly constructed Hopkinsville Town Center, a neighborhood retail center in Hopkinsville near the Kentucky-Tennessee border. Hobby Lobby, T.J. Maxx, Ross Dress for Less and Five Below are tenants at the 184,761-square-foot retail center. Dan Rosenberg and Matt Terpstra of Cohen Financial’s Chicago office secured the loan for the undisclosed borrower.

November 6, 2018

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Florida Industrial Leasing Activity Southeast

State Street Realty Arranges 90,103 SF Warehouse Lease in South Florida

by Amy Works November 6, 2018

HIALEAH GARDENS, FLA. — Miami-based State Street Realty has arranged the lease of industrial space at Miami Industrial Logistics Center, a Class A industrial park located at 14802 N.W. 107th Ave. in Hialeah Gardens, part of Miami’s Medley Industrial submarket. Tricorbraun Inc., a rigid packaging designer and distributor, will occupy 90,103 square feet at the 676,835-square-foot park. The property features built-to-suit offices, a shared 180-foot truck court, approximately 32-foot clear heights, four overhead doors per bay, 54-foot column spacing, a 60-foot staging bay, an ESFR fire safety system, LED energy-efficient lighting and ample vehicle parking and trailer parking/spotting areas. Frank Trelles and Brian Cabielles of State Street Realty represented the landlord, Duke Realty, while W. Stevens Schmid, Jeff Hartsook and Patrick Willis of CRESA South Florida represented the tenant.

November 6, 2018

Loans Multifamily Seniors Housing Southeast Tennessee

Dwight Capital Provides $13.2M Acquisition Financing for Three Skilled Nursing Facilities in Tennessee

by Amy Works November 6, 2018

KINGSPORT, LAWRENCEBURG AND HUNTSVILLE, TENN. — Dwight Capital has provided $13.2 million in financing for the acquisition of three skilled nursing facilities in Tennessee. The portfolio includes Brookhaven Manor in Kingsport, Countryside Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Lawrenceburg and Huntsville Manor in Huntsville. The properties feature a combined 270 beds. Dwight Capital provided $12.3 million in bridge-to-HUD acquisition financing, as well as $855,000 in mezzanine financing, representing a combined total of more than 90 percent of the purchase price. The borrower was not disclosed.

November 6, 2018

Company News Multifamily Seniors Housing Southeast Student Housing Virginia

Freddie Mac Names Deborah Jenkins as Executive Vice President, Head of Multifamily Business

by Amy Works November 6, 2018

MCLEAN, VA. — Freddie Mac has announced that Deborah Jenkins will be named executive vice president and head of its Multifamily division, effective immediately. Additionally, Jenkins has assumed a role as member of the company’s Senior Operating Committee. “Debby’s transition into her role as head of the Multifamily business has progressed very well,” said Donald Layton, CEO of Freddie Mac. “Debby is dedicated to ensuring this growing segment of our company continues to be an industry leader, innovator and a critical financier of rental housing that is affordable to low- and moderate-income families.” In September, Freddie Mac announced the retirement of CEO Donald Layton taking place in the second half of 2019, as well as the commencement of the CEO Succession Plan and the elevation of former head of Freddie Mac Multifamily, David Brickman, to president of the company. Since 2010, Jenkins has led Multifamily Underwriting and Credit, overseeing all credit approvals and due diligence processes, asset level securitization activities, as well as credit policies and governance for all Multifamily’s products.

November 6, 2018

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Development Louisiana Multifamily Southeast

Doster Construction Completes 272-Unit Multifamily Property Near Baton Rouge

by Amy Works November 5, 2018

DENHAM SPRINGS, LA. — Birmingham, Ala.-based Doster Construction Co. has completed the construction of Springs at Juban Crossings, a multifamily development located at 10077 Juban Crossing Blvd. in Denham Springs, about 17 miles east of Baton Rouge. Wisconsin-based Continental Properties is the developer. The townhome-style community features 272 units in a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts with ground-level private entries. On-site amenities include a clubhouse, resort-style pool, 24-hour fitness center, business center, dog park and attached and detached garages.

November 5, 2018

Acquisitions Florida Industrial Southeast

Cabot Properties Acquires Industrial Portfolio in West Palm Beach for $25.8M

by Amy Works November 5, 2018

WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. — Cabot Properties has purchased a three multi-tenant warehouse and distribution portfolio located in Palm Beach County, Fla. McCraney Property Co. sold the asset for $25.8 million, or $148 per square foot. Christopher Thomson, Chris Metzger, Richard Etner Jr., Matthew McAllister, Mike Davis, Rick Brugge and Michael Lerner of Cushman & Wakefield represented Cabot Properties in the transaction. Situated in West Palm Beach’s Vista Business Park, the 173,812-square-foot portfolio includes 2211, 2213 and 6935-6965 Vista Parkway. At the time of sale, all three buildings were fully leased. Notable tenants include Trane, Shred-It and United Subcontractors (USI). The buildings at 2211 and 2213 Vista Parkway span 44,234 square feet and 51,400 square feet, respectively, and feature 28 rear dock doors, two drive-in doors, 24-foot clear heights and an ESFR fire safety system. The two buildings share a 150-foot truck court and 106 car parking spaces. 6935-6965 Vista Parkway is a one-story, 77,177-square-foot light warehouse and distribution center, which was developed in 2008. The building features hurricane-impact glass, at least 18-foot clear heights, 10 rear-dock doors, seven drive-in doors, two ramps and an ESFR fire safety system.

November 5, 2018

Acquisitions Arkansas Multifamily Southeast

Vanguard REA Arranges Sale of 205-Unit Multifamily Portfolio in Fort Smith, Arkansas

by Amy Works November 5, 2018

FORT SMITH, ARK. — Vanguard Real Estate Advisors (Vanguard REA) has completed the sale of a two-property multifamily portfolio in Fort Smith. A Dallas-based private investor acquired the asset from Fort Smith-based Fairway FSM Properties LLC and Southbrook Properties of Fort Smith LLC for an undisclosed price. The portfolio includes the 128-unit Southbrooke Apartments and the 77-unit The Fairway at Fianna Hills. The properties are located less than two miles from each other. Jordan Cortez of Vanguard REA, along with Flake & Kelley Commercial, represented the sellers. Vanguard REA also helped procure the buyer in the deal.

November 5, 2018

Alabama Development Hospitality Southeast

Hilton Reopens 350-Room Hotel in Gulf Shores, Alabama

by Amy Works November 5, 2018

GULF SHORES, ALA. — Hilton Hotels & Resorts has rebuilt and reopened The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel, located at 21196 E. Beach Blvd. in Gulf Shores, after the property was irreparably damaged by Hurricane Ivan. Originally established in 1974, the newly rebuilt hotel features 350 rooms with views of the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Shelby. Designed by LakeFlato and Rabun Architects, the new hotel features more than 40,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting space, including The Gulfview Ballroom that can accommodate indoor events up to 1,000 guests. On-site restaurant options include Foodcraft, Perch, Roasted Oak Coffee & Wine Bar and Dragon Pool Bar & Grill. Guests will also have direct access to more than 6,150 acres of trails and activities within Gulf State Park. Valor Hospitality Partners manages the property. Sasaki Associates provided native landscape design, while Dallas-based Looney & Associates served as interior designer for the redevelopment.

November 5, 2018

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