Georgiana Mihaila
After spending the first 6 years of her career training in the art of real estate alongside the Yardi team, Georgiana went on to become VP of Marketing for Montreal-based fintech company NestReady, then to run the marketing department behind one of the world’s leading self-dev media companies, Goalcast Inc. She’s now combining her passion for engaging content with a long-lasting addiction to real estate on FancyPantsHomes.com
Metro 510 Workforce Housing Now Complete, Welcomes Renters
By Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
The new six-story Metro 510 is now complete, providing a viable option for renters that would benefit from the convenience of downtown living but cannot afford a place in high-rise condo towers. The community is a […]
Joint Venture Acquires Crowne Plaza East, Plans $8.5M Renovation
By Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
Interstate Hotels & Resorts Inc. has partnered with Waramaug Hospitality L.L.C. and a private investment group to acquire the 265-room Crowne Plaza Tampa East. The price has not been released, but the partnership will invest $8.5 […]
Investors Snag 500-unit Apartment Complex, HFF Arranges Financing
By Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
The 500-unit Estancia at Ridgeview Ranch apartment complex in Plano traded hands this past week in a deal mediated by Holliday Fenoglio Fowler L.P. The buyers of the 23-building complex are The Praedium Group—a real estate […]
Avison Young Acquires 600,000SF Atlanta Portfolio
By Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
Avison Young has expanded its Atlanta property management portfolio by nearly 600,000 square feet, following the Canadian service firm’s acquisition of an office property management and leasing portfolio from Barry Real Estate Cos.
Avison Young will assume […]
Timberlake, Glades Apartments in Altamonte Springs Trade for $63M
By Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
In one of Orlando’s biggest multifamily sales of the year, the Timberlake and Glades Apartments have been acquired by Philadelphia’s GoldOller Real Estate Investments, LLC for $63.15 million. According to an official press release, the two […]
Alliance Texas, Victory Park Projects to Add New Rental Units
By Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
Developer Hillwood Properties has recently announced plans to enrich its 17,000-acre Alliance Texas development by adding a second rental home project. The new 262-unit project will be adjacent to the original Monterra Village apartment complex, which opened […]
CBRE Closes Multifamily Deal, Consolidates Market Leader Position
By Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
CB Richard Ellis Central Florida Multi-Housing Group, now simply known as CBRE, recently closed its second successful sale of an Orlando multifamily property. At the beginning of last month, Shelton Granade Jr. and Luke Wickham of the […]
Orlando Magic Eyes Downtown for New Entertainment Complex, HQs
By Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
Following a successful first year at the new Amway Center, Orlando Magic is considering an adjacent entertainment complex. According to the Orlando Sentinel, the Magic has won the exclusive right to buy a parking garage that […]
JV Acquires Continental Bayside Hotel for $13.5M, Plans Full Renovation
by Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
The Continental Bayside Hotel is heading toward a full renovation after its recent change of owners; Weston, Fla.-based InSite Group and an affiliate of the Washington, D.C.-based Carlyle Group formed a joint venture for the purchase […]
New Apartments, Retail Underway on North Central Expressway
By Georgiana Mihaila, Associate Editor
Developers Inland American Communities Group and Hanover Co. are showing interest in the North Central Expressway area. Both are planning on adding a large number of apartments and retail space there.
Inland American’s Cityville CityPlace has been […]