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Tech-Centric Firm Buys George Smith Partners

In joining forces, the firms aim to further technological innovation in CRE finance.

Why Capital Availability Will Determine the Future Real Estate Landscape

Some property types and markets are still easily financeable, while others will take years to rebound, according to Malcolm Davies of George Smith Partners.

Lenders Line Up for Midsize Loans

Plentiful capital is giving buyers the upper hand, but as the cycle enters the late innings, finding the right deal demands a higher level of skill and effort.

David Pascale, Senior Vice President, George Smith Partners

Q&A: Keeping Your Head When Interest Rates Are Lowered

A watchful Fed is expected to cut rates again. Here’s what borrowers and lenders need to know, according to George Smith Partners’ David Pascale.

Portland Mixed-Use Project Moves Ahead With $460M Loan

George Smith Partners secured the financing for BPM Real Estate Group from an affiliate of Mosaic Real Estate Investors. The 35-story development will bring a five-star hotel, office, residential and retail space.

Zachary Streit decided he wanted to be in real estate as he studied law, so he approached a top executive at Vornado Real Estate for an internship. Image courtesy of George Smith Partners.

CPE’s Stars to Watch 2019: Legal Mind With a Flair for Funding

Zachary Streit chose real estate finance over law. “Real estate is a super entrepreneurial profession, at least the aspect of it that I currently work in, which I really like,” he said.

OC Shopping Center Lands $101M in Financing

George Smith Partners facilitated the non-recourse bridge debt for DJM Capital Partners, with the package replacing existing senior and mezzanine loans.

Ed Steffelin, Senior Vice President, George Smith Partners

George Smith Partners Opens NYC Office

The expansion to Manhattan marks the Los Angeles-based capital markets advisor’s first location on the East Coast. Ed Steffelin will head the new outpost in his capacity as senior vice president.

Ethan Penner, Mosaic Real Estate Investors

Coachella Valley Resort Lands $212M Financing

The Robert Green Co. will use the loan to construct the first phase of SilverRock Resort and Residences, which is expected to include Montage- and Pendry-branded hotels.

Watermark Tempe retail component

Financing a Vision at Watermark Tempe

Working against the odds, Fenix Development and George Smith Partners joined forces to assemble $150 million for the first phase of a high-end office and retail project just outside Phoenix. Here’s how.