Business Specialties

CBRE Buys Fameco, Expands Retail Presence in Greater Philadelphia Region

CBRE continues to increase its penetration of markets across the country with the acquisition of Fameco Real Estate, a leading, Philadelphia-based commercial real estate services firm specializing in retail and offering a reach across the Mid-Atlantic.

Jamestown Acquires San Francisco’s Famed Ghirardelli Square

Aiming to boost its appeal to locals as well as tourists, Jamestown has acquired the famed Ghirardelli Square retail complex at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf for a reported $56 million.

Tishman Speyer JV to Build M-U Development in Shanghai

Tishman Speyer remains committed to development in China, announcing a new 3 million- square-foot mixed-use project in Shangai with joint venture partner Shanghai Lujiazui Group that will feature Class A offices, upscale retail and waterfront residential apartments.

DAMAC Launches $367M Luxury Hotel Living Project in Downtown Dubai

DAMAC Properties is developing a new $367-million luxury hotel living project in the Burj Area of Dubai.

Sumitomo Relocates, Expands to 98 KSF at 300 Madison Ave. in NYC

Sumitomo Corporation of America went on the hunt for newer, more efficient digs near Grand Central Terminal for the relocation of its North American headquarters in New York City, and it has found just that at 300 Madison Ave.

Bill Gates’ Investment Group Buys Four Seasons Houston

Cascade Investment, the private investment arm of billionaire Bill Gates, is set to acquire the Four Seasons Hotel Houston from Maritz, Wolff & Co. for a reported $140 million.

Guest Column: How Much Environmental Due Diligence is Enough?

McCarter & English partner Jane Warren talks about how much environmental due diligence you need to perform in order to protect yourself against liabilities.

Executive Spotlight: Steve Winger, Everest Auctions

Gain insight into Steve Winger, founder of EverestAuctions, in CPE’s inaugural Executive Spotlight.

Associated Estates to Buy 1,600-Unit Apartment Portfolio for $324M

Associated Estates Realty Corp. will add 1,606 residential units to its holdings overnight. The REIT has entered into a definitive agreement with Northwood Ravin to acquire a portfolio of seven existing and under-development apartment assets across three states in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic for $324 million.