Laura Valean
Laura Valean is an Executive Editor with Commercial Property Executive and Multi-Housing News. She has a 12-year background in broadcast media and joined the CPE-MHN team in 2016. Laura edits in-depth stories on key trends shaping the commercial and multifamily real estate industries, coordinating a team of experienced writers. She also hosts award-winning podcast shows for both brands, including Mission Success: Women in Multifamily, NAA Insights, FTI Experts’ Hub, RICS Monitor and CREW Up. Laura holds a B.A. in Journalism and an M.A. in Media Management. She can be reached at📧 laura.valean@cpe-mhn.com
New $140M Bergen County Justice Center Opens Doors
An RSC Architects-designed government building has opened at Two Bergen County Plaza, serving as the new home of the prosecutor’s office, sheriff’s department, surrogate office and tax board.
Greysteel Arranges Sale of 2 Mixed-Use DC Properties
The two properties are located on Adams Morgan’s Columbia Road and sold for $3.2 million to Urban Investment Partners.
NASH, Newland Nab 4,000-Acre Community near Charleston
WestRock sold the property, but the company will continue to develop commercial land fronting Interstate 26 and U.S. Highway 176.
DDR Names New Executives
A former Equity One team will now take the helm at DDR, with David Lukes becoming the new CEO of the firm.
Northwood Investors Nabs Charlotte’s Ballantyne Corporate Park
The $1 billion deal is considered to be the largest single real estate transaction in Charlotte’s history.
CBRE KC Names Bob Marcusse as SVP
Marcusse led the local Area Development Council and was named one of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers in 2015.
Capital Square 1031 Completes 3 Retail DST Offerings
Almost 65 investors subscribed to CSRA Columbus OH Fitness DST, CSRA Grocery Portfolio I DST and CSRA Grocery Portfolio II DST.
Charlotte-Area Shopping Center Gets New Owner
Unison Realty Partners acquired Mooresville Festival, a property anchored by Kohl’s and Big Lots, for $10 million.
Jonathan Rose Lands Forest City’s Affordable Housing Arm
The $500 million acquisition doubles Jonathan Rose’s portfolio and includes 48 communities totaling nearly 8,500 units in seven states.
Houston-Area Office Park Lands $5M Refi
Hunt Mortgage Group provided a first mortgage bridge loan for Park Plaza Business Park in Stafford, Texas.