5,000 Expected at NYC Real Estate Expo 2018 on April 18

Anthony Kazazis

NEW YORK, NY –  What do Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence have to do with commercial real estate? Does New York City have a chance to become Silicon Valley 2.0? What are  residential real estate leaders forecasting for 2018?

Attendees at the 10^th Annual NYC Real Estate Expo on Wednesday, April 18 will find out what real estate icons think about these and other timely topics during the day-long event  at the New York Hilton Midtown, 1335 Avenue of the Americas.

 Continental breakfast is at 7:30 am and the event runs until 5:00 pm (See http://www.nycnetworkgroup.com/ . To register for Early Bird pricing plus 10% discount, use special code ‘Expo’ on Registration Form before April 1st.)

Organizer Anthony Kazazis, visionary head Mof  the NYC Network Group who created the Expo a decade ago, expects 5,000 movers and shakers to attend this highlight of the industry’s annual calendar that brings together top commercial and residential real estate pros for a day of networking, panel discussions and exhibiting. Most attendees are doing business – or want to do business – in New York’s five boroughs plus Westchester County, Connecticut and/or New Jersey.

People come from as far as Florida, California and Texas. Global exhibitors and attendees hail from China, Greece, Germany, Spain and Italy.

Kazazis says, “This is the only full-scale industry venue that attracts so many industry leaders – people you might only see or read about -- a ‘Who’s Who’ from whom attendees can learn firsthand from stories and tested methods of hugely successful guests.”

Michael Stoler

Indicative of the caliber of speakers, Michael Stoler, host of The Stoler Report - New York's Business Reportand Managing Director at Madison Realty Capital, is a keynote speaker, discussing ‘Oh, Crystal Ball: What can we expect for 2018?’ 

 Among other luminaries: Paul Massey, President of NY Investment Sales / Cushman Wakefield; Peter G. Riguardi, ​Chairman and President, New York Region - Jones Lang LaSalle Brokerage.; Louise Phillips Forbes of Halstead; and Jonathan Kalikow, co-founder of Gamma Real Estate; Joseph Moinian, CEO, The Moinian Group; and James Wacht, President, Lee & Associates NYC LLC.

Real Estate, finance & technology leaders will join brokers, bankers, mortgage companies, attorneys, investors, developers, landlords, insurances companies, accounting firms, management firms, marketing and social media experts, and others. Over 150 vendors will showcase their businesses.

Louise Phillips Forbes

 Agenda topics include: reflections on the current and future market; insider insights on important trends; advice for implementing new technologies and strategies, and more. Among major sponsors: JLL, Realtor.com, Sotheby’s International, RE/MAX Commercial, Cushman & Wakefield, and many others.   

Registrants are entitled to a free 7.5 hour CE Credit from Charter Real Estate School. To sign up, see the Expo website, or contact Julie Duquetjduquet@nycreexpo.com / (914) 924-0354.

The Expo Early Bird Registration fee is $69 per ticket. ($89 after April 1.)  To register and get a 10% discount, upon registering add Promo Code ‘Expo.’

For info and pricing regarding exhibit booths, Expo Journal ads or Sponsorships, email stanhurwitz@gmail.com. 

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  For general NYC Real Estate Expo info visit  NYC Network Group: 10th Annual NYC Real Estate Expo .

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Draper and Kramer’s David Newton Named ARM of the Year by IREM Chicago

David Newton (center), property manager with Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, is congratulated by (left) David Hopwood, CPM®, of JLL and (right) Jim Vocos, CPM®, of Envision Real Estate & Management Co. and IREM Chicago 2018 president.

                                                                                                         

CHICAGO, IL – Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, a national real estate services firm, is proud to announce David Newton, property manager at 1350-1360 N. Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, was named Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) of the Year by the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM)’s Chicago chapter.

The award was presented to Newton at IREM Chicago’s annual Premier Awards, held March 2 at Chicago’s Drake Hotel.

“Every day, our team benefits from the incredible level of professionalism and dedication David brings to this industry in his role at Draper and Kramer,” said Julie Johnson, senior vice president and director of management services with Draper and Kramer.

Julie Johnson

“It’s wonderful to see him recognized by his peers for being at the top of his field and for elevating what property managers can do not only in terms of enhancing operations, but also creating a terrific residential experience.”

ARM certification through IREM signifies an individual has met requirements set by the organization for residential management experience and education; passed the ARM certification exam; completed IREM ethics education; and pledged to uphold the IREM Code of Professional Ethics.

Newton was nominated for the ARM of the Year honor based on factors including his leadership and management through a three-year façade rehabilitation project at 1350-1360 N. Lake Shore Drive; his initiative in pursuing professional development opportunities; his participation in programs such as Draper and Kramer’s energy committee, which is dedicated to lowering energy consumption and costs across the Draper and Kramer portfolio; and his involvement in community service, such as volunteering with the Family Empowerment Center in Chicago’s Rogers Park neighborhood and participating in the Lydia Home Association’s “Safe Families for Children” program.

1350--1360 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

As property manager of 1350-1360 N. Lake Shore Drive, Newton oversees all aspects of operations for the 740-unit community, including managing finances and employees as well as overseeing resident services.

An eight-year veteran of the property management industry, Newton is a graduate of Xavier University, where he earned bachelor’s degrees in business administration and marketing. In addition to his involvement with IREM, he is an active member of the Chicagoland Apartment Association.

 For more information, please contact:

 Sarah Lyons, slyons@taylorjohnson.com  (312) 267-452

Abe Tekippe, atekippe@taylorjohnson.com, (312) 267-4528

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AEI Consultants Adds Two Experts to HUD Services Team

Staige Miller

           NEWPORT BEACH, CA --  AEI Consultants, a leading commercial real estate assessment and consulting firm, has announced the expansion of its commercial real estate HUD-related service offerings and the addition of Staige Miller as Director of Environmental Services – HUD and Jeb Bonnett as Director of Building Assessments – HUD.

“Conventional loans are becoming increasingly difficult to secure, and the Multifamily Accelerated Processing (MAP) Guide was revised in 2016 with the intention of increasing the speed of loan applications, which places pressure on multifamily buyers and lenders alike,” explains Neber.

“Based on these industry trends, we recognized the need to expand our existing HUD-related service offerings, offering more clients direct access to our firm’s trusted counsel and creative solutions.”

Jeb Bonnett

AEI has long provided assessment and consulting services related to HUD lending regulations for multifamily and healthcare properties.

“With constantly changing regulations, as well as uncertainty based on additional proposed HUD budget changes, we are now deepening our in-house expertise,” says Holly Neber. “This expansion ensures we can quickly deliver this required expertise to meet the increased industry demand for our services.”

Miller joins AEI after 17 years as Director of Environmental Services with a national due diligence firm. Miller is a regular panelist on environment issues, in particular HEROS, at HUD Lender attended conferences. She holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental policy and planning and political science from Virginia Tech, and a Master of Public Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Holly Neber

Bonnett joins AEI following 12 years as a Business Project Manager at a national due diligence firm. Bonnett is regularly engaged by HUD Lenders to provide guidance and training on the e-tool. He is often referred to as the ‘e-tool expert.’ He holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from James Madison University.

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Illustrated Properties Lists Brand-New Boca Raton, FL Mansion for $11.5 Million

Mary Widmer

BOCA RATON, FL  – Illustrated Properties, a member of The Keyes Family of Companies, has announced the exclusive listing of a brand-new mansion in Boca Raton for $11.5 million. Kathryn Gillespie of Illustrated is the listing agent for the 899 Enfield Street property.

Renowned luxury residential developer Mary Widmer of JMW Florida Properties designed and developed the stunning six-bedroom, eight-bathroom estate. Crafted with the intention to impress, the 10,000-square-foot home is the 11th property designed and developed by JMW as part of the Mary Widmer Luxury Collection.

“Every so often a unique and truly exceptional property comes to market,” said Gillespie. “I am honored to have the opportunity to represent 899 Enfield. This is an estate of significance, flawless design, and unparalleled construction and craftsmanship elevating this new construction masterpiece to a true work of art.”

Kathryn Gillespie

Located less than 10 minutes from the Boca Raton Airport, 899 Enfield is the only new construction home on a direct Intracoastal point lot available in Boca Raton, according to Gillespie. The gated property has 202 feet of water frontage, providing a panoramic experience of the best views waterfront living has to offer.

The estate constructed by Ed Clement of Sabre Custom Homes features six bedrooms, eight full baths, a 12-seat media room, club room, private office, two 50-foot concrete docks for boating enthusiasts, an Infinity Edge pool with a spa and a four-car garage with a lift – among other standout amenities.

Gillespie has lived and worked in the Boca Raton area for more than 30 years, leveraging her deep understanding and experience in the local market when handling all aspects of real estate transactions for her clients. Heavily involved in the community, Gillespie is past chair of the Boys and Girls Club Board of Directors in Boca Raton and is involved with The Arc of Palm Beach County and Impact 100 Palm Beach County.

Mike Pappas

“We congratulate Kathryn and the Illustrated team on securing this magnificent listing,” said Mike Pappas, President and CEO of The Keyes Company.

 “With her experience and knowledge of the Boca Raton luxury market, and our state-of-the-art marketing and technology infrastructure, I have no doubt this will be a successful outcome for Kathryn and the owners.”

Independently-owned and operated since its founding in 1926, Keyes is extremely active in luxury residential real estate.

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New JLL Capital Markets team wins Papago Gateway Center listing in Tempe, AZ

Dennis Desmond

PHOENIX, AZ – On the heels of forming a new brokerage team focusing on both multi-tenant and net leased investments, Managing Director Dennis Desmond and Senior Vice Presidents Tivon Moffitt and Peter Bauman from the Phoenix office of JLL have earned the listing for Papago Gateway Center, a Class A trophy office building in the heart of Tempe, Arizona.

Desmond, Moffitt and Bauman will bring Papago Gateway Center to market for sale this month on behalf of Southern California-based property owner Chestnut Properties.

“Metro Phoenix – and Tempe in particular – are pinging on the radar of major, institutional-level office investors like never before,” said Desmond. “With its iconic design, premier location and major credit tenancy, Papago Gateway Center aligns perfectly with the advantages that investors are looking for.”

Serving as the long-term home to the global headquarters for First Solar, Papago Gateway Center totals 245,670 square feet of institutional-quality, Class A, LEED Gold certified office space. It is located at 350 W. Washington St., at the intersection of Washington Street, Mill Avenue and Curry Road, in the heart of Tempe.

Building features include highly efficient, 38,000-square-foot floorplates; an exterior louver system for automated shade and cooling efficiency; and sweeping views of Camelback Mountain, Papago Buttes, Tempe Town Lake and the downtown Tempe skyline.

On-site amenities include direct access to a Phoenix Light Rail stop, a full fitness center with lockers and showers, the Office Nosh deli, Blink EV charging stations, and manned security. In addition to First Solar, tenants at Papago Gateway Center include Bryan University and WSP USA, Inc.

Tivon Moffitt

According to JLL, Tempe is metro Phoenix’s most in-demand office submarket, with a 6.3 percent Class A vacancy rate and average Class A rental rates reaching as high as $45 per-square-foot. 

Since 2014, Tempe has accounted for 27 percent of all Phoenix office absorption, despite only representing 8.4 percent of the market’s office inventory.

“The combination of market fundamentals and building amenities make Papago Gateway Center a credible, stable, true trophy asset,” said Moffitt. “We expect it to generate significant interest.”

Desmond, Moffitt and Bauman formed their new brokerage relationship in late 2017, following the successful collaboration on a Class A office building located in Albuquerque and leased in full to Raytheon Company.

The team is now utilizing their expertise to represent buyers and sellers of institutional-level, multi-tenant and national net leased investments, focusing on projects 100,000 square feet and above, with a value of $20 million and higher.

In addition to Papago Gateway Center, the team has also recently listed the Banner Health Desert Ridge Outpatient Center in north Phoenix, an office building in Chandler fully occupied by Walgreens, and the two-building, 302,521-square-foot Canyon Corporate Plaza office campus in northwest Phoenix.

“Transaction volume for net leased assets has reached record highs in recent years,” said Bauman. “It is an exciting time to launch this new partnership and to apply our expertise within the JLL network – not only in Phoenix but wherever our client relationships require.”

Collectively, the new team has completed the acquisition and disposition of more than 17 million square feet of office, industrial and retail properties.

Peter Bauman

“Our backgrounds are diverse, and we bring all of that knowledge to the table. Most importantly, we believe in integrity, professionalism and commitment,” said Desmond. “Our very first objective is to provide superior client care. Successful deals flow down from there.”

Desmond has enjoyed a 40-year career in commercial real estate – the last nine years as Senior Managing Director for JLL, charged with growing the Phoenix office from a tenant-rep operation into a full-service brokerage house with 46 JLL broker experts spanning office, retail, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, and related services within the real estate process.

Moffitt and Bauman joined JLL in 2016 as net lease market specialists, having previously served in net lease and tenant representation roles at brokerage houses in Arizona and Florida. Prior to brokerage, Moffitt worked as a New York-based management and strategy consultant and Bauman as an investment expert specializing in geology exploration at sites across the globe.

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Stacey Hershauer

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Hold-Thyssen Negotiates New Multi-Year Leases for Professional Office Space in Lake Mary, FL and Winter Park, FL

Darby Hold

 

Lake Mary / Winter Park, FL  --- Hold-Thyssen, a full service real estate firm headquartered in Winter Park, recently closed on a five-year office lease for 2,709 rentable square feet at 1485 International Parkway in Lake Mary.  

Darby Hold, Associate at Hold-Thyssen, Inc. negotiated the transaction on behalf of Christian Financial Resources, Inc. the landlord.  

 The new tenant is XS Brokers Insurance Agency, Inc., a family-owned firm specializing in comprehensive property, casualty and specialty lines insurance headquartered in Quincy, MA.   Darrell Ealey of Watson Realty Corp. represented the tenant.

Hold also brokered a three-year lease at 243 W. Park Ave. in Winter Park for 907 square feet representing the landlord New England Partners LLC.  The new tenant is Orange Investment Advisors, LLC a portfolio, investment and asset management company.  

Hold-Thyssen, Inc. provides commercial property brokerage and leasing and management services to institutional and private investor clients nationwide.  The 40-year old firm’s current portfolio includes more that 100 commercial properties throughout the United States.

For more information about this press release, please contact:

           

Larry Vershel or Beth Payan, Larry Vershel Communications Inc. 
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Pam Pybas Making Big Waves In The Inspection Industry

Pam Pybas

Madison, MS - A leading provider of thorough home inspections since 2003, Inspect It Like A Girl® is a multi-inspector, female based home inspection service founded by Pam Pybas. Inspect It Like A Girl® was founded to promote women inspectors as competent and highly professional inspectors.

The company is proud to announce that their fearless founder has been hard at work breaking barriers and paving the way for women in the inspection industry once again.

(Kathy Anderson and Haylee are professional inspectors at Inspect It Like A Girl.)

Kathy Anderson

Pam’s most recent endeavors include serving on the 2018 Better Business Bureau Board of Directors. She was also invited to be a featured speaker at the InterNACHI 2018 Professional Inspectors Convention to be held in Atlantic City, NJ this spring. Pam will be the only female speaker in attendance at the convention, a huge win for all women in the industry.

“When I started noticing that most of my referral business was coming from my reputation as a stickler for detail, I knew that my commitment to my clients was always going to be to put myself in their shoes to give them the most thorough home inspection possible,” says Pam Pybas - Certified Master Inspector and founder of Inspect It Like A Girl®.

“The home inspection industry isn’t exactly cut throat, but it is an industry dominated by men. Inspect It Like A Girl® was founded in order to give female home inspectors a fair footing. After 15 years, we are still one of the few woman-owned multi-inspector firms in the US.”

Pam Pybas, Certified Master Inspector, previously worked in higher education and municipal events planning. Thanks to her background in home remodeling, renovation and maintenance, she was able to lay a strong foundation for what would become Inspect It Like A Girl®. 

Haylee

Her passion for the education and mentoring of women in a male dominated industry has earned her numerous accolades from affiliates of the National Association of Realtors®. Pam is committed to continuing to support and promote women inspectors, while practicing philanthropy and faith-based volunteering in her local community in Jackson, Mississippi.

These are just a few of the things that Certified Master Inspector® Pam Pybas hopes to highlight during her time at the InterNACHI 2018 Professional Inspectors Convention in the spring, where she will be the only female speaker. Her fellow female inspectors are certain that Pam Pybas will stand out as an industry leader and draw further support for female house inspectors.

Inspect It Like A Girl® is located in Madison, Mississippi. The company can be reached by phone at +1-601-212-3534, or from their website: http://inspectitlikeagirl.com.

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NAI Realvest Completes Multi-Year Office and Retail Leasing In the Colonial Drive Commercial Corridor

Kim Manson

Jeff Tanner

ORLANDO, FL – NAI Realvest recently negotiated three lease agreements for office and retail space in the Colonial Drive (SR 50) commercial corridor including two national firms expanding into the market.

The NAI Realvest broker team of Jeff Tanner and Kim Manson negotiated a new lease on behalf of Landlord Central Florida Lumber and Supply Co.  for a 13,945 square foot office space at 340 N. Primrose Drive which is located in the middle of the Milk District just east of downtown Orlando.  

The Tenant Barton Malow Company is a Southfield, MI.-based construction firm that includes architectural and planning services with operations throughout North America.  Sarah Castor of Cresa Orlando represented the tenant.      

Jason G. Toll, MICP, director of industrial services at NAI Realvest, brokered a retail lease for 3,500 square feet at 4381 E. Colonial Drive.   The new tenant PeopleReady Florida, Inc., is a staffing firm based in Tacoma, WA.    The landlord is Effron and Effron Partnership of Orlando. 

At the Cuban Café Plaza, 7339 E. Colonial Drive, Jeff Bloom, CCIM vice president at NAI Realvest represented the owner / landlord AKG Properties LLC. in a lease renewal agreement with Marenita Bartlett whose grocery business occupies suite 2 with 950 square feet at the retail center.

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Beth Payan, Larry Vershel Communications, 407-644-4142 lversehlco@aol.com