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Volume 24 Issue 13 July 13 - 26, 2012

ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS Binswanger brokers 158,735 s/f NJ sale

2B Cambridge-Lee Inds. constructs 200,000 s/f facility

To complete the 11th Street Bridge project

Skanska USA Civil Southeast, in joint venture, awarded a $90.7m contract

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IRGINIA BEACH, VA — Skanska USA Civil Southeast announced that its joint venture with Facchina has been awarded a $90.7 million contract from the D.C. District Department of Transportation to complete the 11th Street Bridge Project. When completed, the project will connect the communities along the 11th Street Corridor to each other and the Anacostia River and complete the functional and operational requirements of the 11th Street Corridor interchange.

change order for the design and construction of all remaining traffic movements on the 11th Street Corridor to meet the requirements of the Record of Decision and the approved final Environmental Impact Statement for the project. Project elements include the removal and replacement of two flyover bridges, the reconstruction of the SE/SW Freeway from an underpass to an at-grade boulevard, and the extension of 12th Street over CSX tracks to connect local streets and improve traffic flow in this area. Work began on June 7 with a scheduled completion in November 2015. ■

Skanska’s share of the contract is 70 percent, which amounts to $63.5 million. The project includes a 11th Street Bridge Project rendering

And new Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County, New Jersey

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Ironstate Development & KRE Group break ground on 18 Park rental building JERSEY CITY, NJ — Jersey City, NJ Mayor Jerramiah Healy joined development partners Ironstate Development Company and Kushner Real Estate Group and officials from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County to break ground on a new multifaceted project comprising a 422-unit luxury rental building and a new state-of-the-art facility for The Boys & Girls

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Shown from left: Gary Greenberg, executive director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County; Jeff Persky, executive VP of Kushner Real Estate Group; David Barry, president of Ironstate Development Company; Michael Barry, president of Ironstate Holdings; Jersey City Mayor Jerramiah Healy; Murray Kushner, chairman of Kushner Real Estate Group; and Peter Brennan, Jersey City council president. Clubs of Hudson County. Designed in collaboration between HWKN Architects and Minno & Wasko Architects, 18 Park will feature an architecturally-distinctive 11-story building. Occupying the same building but with a separate

entrance and address, the new Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County will feature approximately 34,000 s/f of modern classroom and recreational space. The project is rising adjacent to the Liberty Harbor North

Light Rail Station near PATH and ferry service to Manhattan within the Liberty Harbor Redevelopment District, an 80-acre, 28-block neighborhood that is already home to more than 1,000 new condominium and rental residences, including 225 Grand, a 348-unit rental building also developed by Ironstate and Kushner Real Estate Group. The partnership expects to complete 18 Park in the fall of 2014. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County is also expected to open at the same time. “Today’s groundbreaking event is an important milestone for Jersey City as it not only signifies the start of another critical development that will create construction jobs, generate tax ratables and attract new residents to the area, but will also bring us closer to providing a much-needed, modern and safe facility for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County which will serve the children of Jersey City for generations to come,” said Mayor Healy. ■

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NJ Multi-Family Development Pipeline Takes Center Stage

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he development pipeline has taken center stage in discussions about the Northern New Jersey multi-family market heading into mid-year 2012. Cushman & Wakefield’s data indicates that an unprecedented 17,000 units are under construction or have a high probability of seeing a shovel in the ground over the next 36 months. Looking more closely at these projects, more than 8,000 of these units – a full 49 percent of the total – is located along the Hudson River Gold Coast in Hudson and Bergen counties. Within that submarket, Jersey City houses twothirds of this activity. Anecdotally, Gold Coast class A multi-family vacancies are in the low single-digit range. The submarket has everything going for it in order to absorb this huge amount of inventory. Provided that Manhattan remains a regional employment powerhouse, the city’s multi-family vacancy rate stays at 1% or less and

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rent growth continues, people will either be displaced or choose to live in New Jersey based on its value proposition. The Gold Coast’s proximity and PATH, NJ Transit and ferry connections to New York City make it the most attractive alternative. We may see a short-term impact on class A rent growth in the Garden State as this abundance of new inventory is absorbed. However, we do not anticipate any backtracking. The demand is there, and in the long term, this is a finite market. There are only so many properties that can be built on the waterfront or within a convenient walk to

mass transit. Regarding the non-Gold Coast construction, the majority is occurring near or at train stations. We are seeing an increase of infill developments that are either rehabs of existing structures or involve the reuse of former industrial sites. Even then, the recycling of land in mature markets typically connects to ease of commuting. The logical question circling this sheer amount of development is “why now?� Today’s momentum can be traced back to mid 2010, when two shifts occurred in lockstep. First, fundamentals began to continued on page 8A

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Mid Atlantic Real Estate Journal Under-performing properties pique investor interest

Gebroe-Hammer Associates executes sales totaling $1.48m

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udson County, NJ — Boasting a high concentration of existing class-B and class-C multi-family properties, Hudson County continues to be a steady source of investment trading Nicholas Nicolaou activity, according to GebroeHammer Associates. The firm recently arranged two separate transactions, netting a combined $1.48 million for 18 total units, including one ground-floor retail unit. Gebroe-Hammer represented the seller and identified the buyer, a long-time client, in the $950,000 sale of a fivestory walk-up in Weehawken. The mid-rise building is strategically situated between

JFK Boulevard East and Park Avenue, the township’s busy north-south corridor roadway. The firm’s market specialists also orchestrated a $530,000 short sale of a four-story brick building in Union City. Comprised of eight two-bedroom units, the property is near Jose Marti Field and St. Michael the Archangel Church and Monastery. “Like many municipalities along the Hudson River shoreline, Weehawken and Union City are commuter hubs where a good majority of the residents rent by choice, a factor that consistently fortifies occupancy levels and attracts investors,” explained Nicholas Nicolaou, sales associate and a member of the brokerage team in the Union City sale. Gebroe-Hammer was named the listing broker by the lender and identified

the buyer, a long-time client with additional holdings in Hudson County. “As the pipeline of distressed debt and real estate – aftershocks of the Great Recession – continues to flow into the marketplace, investors are weighing the favorable benefits associated with such an acquisition,” said Ken Uranowitz, managing director. “In spite of deferred maintenance and other related issues, which often contribute toward an asset’s diminished performance, investors are competing vigorously to purchase these discounted properties with the expectation of adding value over time, and location is always the mantra. And, as rents continue to rise in New York City, tenants who are priced out of Manhattan will continue to seek alternative living options along New Jersey’s Gold Coast.” n

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headquarters. ZT Systems outgrew its previous headquarters at 350 Meadowlands Parkway, where it will maintain space for engineering, assembly and distribution activities, but needed an additional location with

room for expansion. The firm will occupy the entire second floor of the six-story property. Frank Lopriore, an executive managing director for Colliers International New Jersey negotiated the new lease on behalf of ZT Systems. n

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len Allen, VA — New Boston Fund, Inc. and RER Equities, Inc. announced that they have leased 83,414 s/f of class-A office space to SunTrust Bank, Inc. for its mortgage group at WestMark Two in Glen Allen. New Boston Fund and RER Equities own and manage WestMark Two in the joint-venture partnership, RER/New Boston West Broad Street LLC. WestMark Two is a five-story, 204,622 s/f office building situated on a 40-acre business campus. The property features highly-efficient floor

WestMark Two plates with raised flooring to WestMark Two due to the complement the building’s quality of the building, the flexibility, an emergency back- convenient location, ease of acup power system. SunTrust cess and its many impressive will occupy 41 percent of the amenities,” said Bruce Levy, building. CEO of RER Equities. “SunTrust was drawn to Jeff Cooke, senior vice president at Thalhimer, handled the assignment on behalf of the RER/New Boston joint venture. Also from Thalhimer, senior vice president N. Dean Meyer represented SunTrust. “WestMark One and Two are excellent assets in our MidAtlantic portfolio, said Pat Shooltz, senior vice president and regional director of New Boston Fund’s Mid-Atlantic region. “We are proud to welcome SunTust to our tenant roster and provide them with first-class property management services.” n

Industrial Investments signs three leases totaling 63,031 s/f

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Warminster, PA – Industrial Investments signed three leases for a total of 63,031 s/f of industrial and warehouse space at several of its Bucks County rental properties. At the North American Technology Center in Warminster, Forest Incentives leased 48,366 s/f of warehouse and distribution space. Jim Scott of Colliers International brokered the transaction. At the same complex, Bucks County Electric Works leased 8,000 s/f of warehouse space. Terry Quinn, of Quinn & Wilson Realtors brokered the transaction. The North American Technology Center and Industrial Investments were represented by Robert Bown in both of these transactions. At 431 Pike Rd., HydraMatic Packaging leased 6,665 s/f of warehouse space. Chris Prajzner of Blough Realty brokered the transaction. Industrial Investments was represented by Bown in this transaction. n

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RE/MAX broker shares success secrets with competitors St. Davids, PA — While most real estate brokers are not willing to share their success with competitors, real estate broker Brett Furman did just that. Furman shared his secrets of success and why his short sales are 85% successful. Furman shared his success story to help stabilize the neighborhoods that he works in and help reduce the local foreclosure rates. “I knew that my lecture would make a huge difference. I am committed to doing anything for my clients and community that will help improve the real estate market,� said Furman. The lecture included the results from a five month short sale study that he conducted with the help of a Villanova intern. The study analyzed troubled real estate in Chester, Montgomery, DE and Philadelphia County. “I noticed that the suburban Philadelphia market experienced this fragility late in the game,� said Furman. “Suburban Philadelphia may have been the last market in the country to be affected. However, our real estate market is one of the most stable markets in the country. When market values are improving we never get the spikes and when the market softens we don’t experience the rapid declines.� n

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llentown, PA — Alvin H. Butz broke ground on the 50,000 s/f, class-A office and retail expansion located at 824 and 830 Hamilton St. The expansion is Phase II of the Butz Corporate Center project. Butz will pursue Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification. The building will be designed by Roberson Butz Architects and built by Alvin H. Butz Inc. “This day is very significant to our company’s future. We see a great opportunity here for other companies looking to do business in Pennsylvania,” says Greg Butz, president

824 and 830 Hamilton St. and CEO. “We look forward to filling our expanded building with high quality businesses

that can reap the rewards of being located in downtown Allentown.” n

Emory Hill Builds “Yogen Früz” in Christiana Mall NEW CASTLE, DE — Delaware’s first Yogen Früz, constructed by Emory Hill & Company, will be opening in Christiana Mall in the Target courtyard just in time for summer! The innovative new store offers patrons a “mix it” yourself frozen yogurt and sorbet bar in which patrons select a lowfat frozen yogurt or fat-free sorbet and then choose from a large variety of fruits (like mango, pineapple, raspberry, kiwi, watermelon and more) or other toppings (including Oreo, Cap’n Crunch, granola and dark and white chocolate shavings) which are then blended to create customized frozen creations. Yogen Früz will also offer self-soft serve. Co-owners Michael Geonnotti of PA and Ron Perruzza of Toronto own several stores in the Tri-State area and plan to open more stores in Delaware once the mall store is underway. “We’re excited to be in the First State and

Yogen Früz interior know the mall store will be a of their local knowledge and tremendous success, and we 30 years of commercial conlook forward to opening more struction expertise. “We look stores throughout Delaware,” forward to a long-standing relationship with Emory Hill in said Geonnotti. He said he and his partner years to come,” Geonnotti said. chose Emory Hill & Company “They have been outstanding as the construction manager to work with every step of the and general contractor for way, giving us the personalthe 543 s/f mall store because ized attention we needed.” n

NJAA commissions New Jersey multifamily economic study TRENTON, NJ — A comprehensive study by the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey and commissioned by the New Jersey Apartment Association (NJAA), analyzes the economic contribution of the multi-family apartment industry to the New Jersey economy and concludes that the apartment industry – comprising over 500,000 rental units in 5+ unit buildings – is a significant

component of the New Jersey economy. The study estimates that in 2010, the industry directly or indirectly supported over 44,000 jobs (1.2% of the state’s total employment), contributed $5.7 billion to the State Gross Domestic Product (GDP), generated over $1 billion in local tax revenues, and $140 million in tax revenue to the State of New Jersey. The NJAA commissioned the Bloustein School to perform a comprehensive economic

analysis of the apartment industry in order to provide officials and the industry with the insights required for future effective long-range housing policy planning. One-third of New Jersey’s working families, young couples and seniors – some three million people – call apartment living “home.” The economic impact of the multi-family housing industry in the Garden State goes well beyond that of its employees. n

NJ Multi-Family Development Pipeline Takes Center Stage . . . continued from page 2A improve. Since then, vacancy rates have declined to their current rate of 3.9 percent, according to REIS, which mirrors pre-recession levels. This, in turn, has driven rental rates to the highest point in recorded history, per REIS. The average Class A rent currently is $1,973. The previous peak, of $1,968, occurred during the third quarter of 2008. Northern New Jersey recorded 2.4 percent rent growth in 2011; this ranks first in the Northeast out of 15 metropolitan areas and fourth in the entire United States. Simply put, New Jersey is in a good place in terms of fundamentals. Second, debt and equity capital, as well as construction financing, came back into multifamily and quickly picked up pace. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are lending on existing assets, with rates that are all-time lows in the 3% range depending on loan term. This is creating a yield arbitrage for buyers coming into multifamily. We also have seen local and regional banks become more aggressive to compete with the agencies. This combination of available financing at rates that continue to decline has created cap rate compression that is driving up pricing. Since the first quarter of 2010, cap rates for Class A product have largely remained between 4.5% and 5.0%. When owners see this appreciation, it fuels their motivation to sell. The result? A perfect storm for stepped-up property transaction volume. WHY DO INVESTORS LOVE MULTIFAMILY? In 2010, 10 multi-family sales in excess of $10 million in size, totaling $523 million, closed in Northern New Jersey; three involved Class A properties. In 2011, 13 transactions totaling $825 million closed; nine involved Class A assets. This year, New Jersey seems in line for volume somewhere in between, with one or two Class A trades per half year. Looking back nearly a decade, New Jersey sees on average three class

A transactions per year. In 2012, we have seen a number of generational sellers put properties on the market. They believe that pricing is peaking and are uncertain about what the capital gains tax is going to look like moving forward. The market also is ripe with REIT and institutional sellers choosing to exit non-core properties and those they purchased before the recession and now can sell at a profit. Active buyers include a diverse mix of institutions, private investors and opportunity funds. Equity capital loves multifamily. While the economic recovery may well be under way, investors still see retail, office and industrial p roperty as a relatively more risky asset class. Multifamily is accepted as the “safest” hard asset investment alternative, and, historically, the returns appreciation have been more stable than the other commercial sectors. Additionally, the propensity for successful professionals to rent has increased. Some are transient and do not want to establish roots, while others may not have the 20 percent down payment needed to secure a mortgage. A growing number of qualified would-be buyers have seen home-owning family members and friends struggle during the past few years. So whether due to an aversion or inability to buy, the pool of prospective multi-family residents has deepened. These factors all have contributed to a greater share of investment capital being shifted into multifamily versus the other real estate asset types. As we head into the heart of 2012, transaction volume is picking up. This, along with Northern New Jersey’s incredible development pipeline and impressive fundamentals, will keep the regional multifamily market among the most interesting industry discussion topics for foreseeable future. Brian Whitmer is senior director of the Metropolitan Area Capital Markets Group of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. in East Rutherford, NJ. n

Blue & Obrecht Realty handles 7,420 s/f Baltimore, MD — RMS Omega Technologies Group leased 6,160 s/f at 9635 Philadelphia Rd. Middleton Smith, Richard Blue, Jr., SIOR and Paul Obrecht, III, SIOR of Blue & Obrecht Realty, LLC represented the tenant, and Beetle Smith and David Lin-

ton of RKS Realty represented the landlord. Hill, Barnes & McInerney, LLC leased 1,260 s/f of office space at 1643 Liberty Rd. in Eldersburg. Patrick Smith of Blue & Obrecht Realty, LLC represented the landlord, Liberty, LLC. n

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125,000 s/f industrial property on 14.05 acres

Cushman & Wakefield arranges $8.25 million sale of industrial building in Hanover, MD

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anover , M D — Cushman & Wakefield has arranged the sale of 7495 Race Road, a 125,000 s/f industrial property on 14.05 acres in Hanover, Maryland. The property was acquired by Exeter Property Group of Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania for $8.25 million. The Cushman & Wakefield team was led by Cristopher Abramson, Brian Kruger and Nicholas Signor of the Capital Markets Group, along with the Industrial Services team of Michael Elardo, SIOR and Jared Ross. Cushman & Wakefield arranged the sale on behalf of the undisclosed seller. At the time of sale, the

building was 100% vacant. 7495 Race Road was built

7495 Race Road in 2008. Located immediately property offers easy access to off of 295 in Hanover, the Route 100, I-95, Arundel Mills

The Donaldson Group finalizes $6 million in renovations Rockville, MD — The Donaldson Group, LLC (TDG) has completed $6 million in renovations at Heather Hill, a 459-unit rental apartment community that it acquired in December of 2010 with equity partner Angelo, Gordon & Company. Further renovations are underway. All Heather Hill residents now benefit from brand-new amenities including a fitness center, business center, and youth education/activity room. Refurbished apartments have modern kitchens with stylish countertops, updated bathrooms with water-conserving features, new carpeting, individual washerdryer units, new windows and sliding doors, and new balcony railings. All of the second-story apartments feature dual wood-burning fireplaces and oversized walk-in closets. TDG upgraded the community’s mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems as well as the buildings’ facades. Heather Hill’s apartment homes comprise a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units ranging from 610 to 1,236 s/f, each one

Mall and the BWI Marshall Airport. n

DRV acquires 120,000 s/f fully occupied office building

7700 Hubble Drive in Greenbelt, MD

Heather Hill featuring a private balcony 21 park-like wooded acres. In or patio. Heather Hill is the addition to the newly renoonly property in the area that vated community building offers three-bedroom, two- with its fitness, business, and bath apartments, and also youth activity centers, the is the only one in which all property offers an Olympictwo-bedroom units have two size swimming pool and wadbathrooms. ing pool, basketball court, and an onsite Metrobus stop. TDG executive vice presi- Heather Hill is easily accesdent Carlton Einsel said: sible to I-495 and is located “We are pleased to offer spa- just a short distance from cious and beautifully reno- shopping, entertainment, vated apartment homes to and major employment cenresidents of Prince George’s ters including National HarCounty, where they can enjoy bor, Suitland Federal Center, convenience and amenities at Joint Base Andrews, Joint affordable rental rates.” Base Anacostia-Bolling, the Heather Hill comprises 18 Washington Navy Yard, and low-rise buildings situated on many more. n

Bethesda, MD — Diversified Realty Ventures (DRV) has acquired a 120,000 s/f secure office building in Greenbeltadjacent to NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. The seller, represented by Transwestern’s Robert Filley, was C-III Asset Management, LLC, as special servicer for the former mortgage lender. The acquisition is subject to a ground lease that runs through 2075 with possible extensions. Greentec IV, located at 7700 Hubble Dr., is fully occupied by government employees and contractors working on the Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS). JPSS is the next-generation multi-functional satellite system intended to replace today’s long-range weather satellites. In addition to weather monitoring and forecasting, JPSS will have advanced research

and defense capabilities. The first JPSS satellite is expected to be launched in 2017. JPSS is a joint mission of NASA, NOAA, and the Department of Defense. Government contractor TRAX International has leased Greentec IV on behalf of the JPSS program. “We see Greentec IV as a longterm hold,” said Elliot Liffman, principal, DRV. “JPSS, like any mission-oriented user, is a finite tenant. But even when the JPSS mission is complete, the building is well-positioned to attract new tenants. While the Greenbelt office market as a whole still has a long way to go toward full economic recovery, this building’s specialized infrastructure and close proximity to Goddard -- which is space-constrained by its master plan-- provide significant competitive advantages.” n

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Pender Business Park The three locations that Northern Virginia Community College will occupy at Pender Business Park include all of Pender III (3924 Pender Dr.; 26,508 s/f) and Pender IV (3922 Pender Dr.; 46,482 s/f)

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Eastern Union positions $11.5 million bridge loan

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anham, MD —Eastern Union Commercial has arranged an $11.5 million bridge loan on behalf of a private real estate company for its eight-building, 322-unit apartment Marc Tropp complex in Lanham,

Maryland. The owner plans to begin a capital improvement program to enhance its value. Constructed in 1964 and 1965, the 14.6-acre complex includes garden-style walk-up apartments, with one-, twoand three-bedroom units, and 382 parking spaces. Provided through Greystone Servicing Corporation. Inc., the bridge loan was financed at 7.5 percent and will convert to

a standard 10-year Greystone Fannie Mae DUS loan once the asset is stabilized upon completion of the capital improvement program. Marc Tropp, managing director of Eastern Union Commercial’s Mid-Atlantic region, negotiated the loan on behalf of the borrowers , working with Andrew Ellis, director of Greystone Servicing Corporation’s Bethesda office. n

Cassidy Turley arranges permanent financing for a 14-story, 234-unit rental apartment project WASHINGTON, DC — Cassidy Turley arranged long term, fixed rate construction and permanent loan financing for a to-be-built 14-story, 234-unit rental apartment project located in the emerging Mount Vernon Triangle neighborhood in Washington, DC. The loan was provided by a life company. Christian Miles, senior managing director, Phil Mudd, senior managing director, and Brad Geiger, associate vice president, arranged the financing on behalf of affiliates of The Wilkes Company and Quadrangle Development Corporation. “The client was seeking financing that would lock in today’s low fixed rates over more than a 10 year period,” said Mudd. “Quadrangle and The Wilkes Company represented outstanding sponsorship and the design was excellent,” he continued. “We were able to show lenders how Mt. Vernon Triangle has evolved into a highly attractive office, retail, and residential environment, with most of the developable sites under construction or in late stages of development planning,” added Geiger. “The real secret of Mt. Vernon Triangle is that there’s even more foot traffic on the streets in the evening compared to the daytime hours,” commented Miles. “It’s terrific to see how vibrant the neighborhood has become.” 440 K Street Apartments

440 K Street Apartments features a sleek, contempo- abundant natural light and rary lobby with many other condominium-grade finishes, amenities including a fitness from granite countertops and center with floor-to-ceiling stainless steel Energy Star glass walls and a second appliances to ceramic tiled floor tranquility garden with foyers, kitchens and batha cozy outdoor fireplace and rooms. Residents in 39 of the water feature set amidst west-facing apartments will lush landscaping. In addi- have balconies and seven tion, 440K will have a rooftop apartments on the second terrace with two swimming floor will feature their own pools, a fire pit, grilling areas private terraces, directly and a large, fully equipped adjoining the tranquility garcommunity room for residents den. Additional conveniences and events that they host. include bicycle storage, a 440K will have 182 one- 96-space parking garage and bedroom, 26 one-bedroom 24-hour concierge service with den and 26 two-bedroom supported by a smartphone apartments, all featuring App for service on the run. n

To expand into equity capital markets

Meridian Capital Group adds Steier and Baydala New York, NY – Meridian Capital Group, LLC, a national real estate finance advisor, announced the recent additions of Peter Steier as managing director, head of equity capital markets, and of Terry Peter Steier Baydala, executive vice president, head of structured finance. Steier will be responsible for overseeing the company’s entry into providing equity capital markets services and Baydala will focus on broadening Meridian’s national and international lender relationships, including by fostering the company’s ability to originate and syndicate larger and more complex loans. Steier and Baydala both join Meridian at a pivotal point in its history and strategic growth plan. Meridian, which celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2011, has grown into one of the nation’s preeminent commercial real estate finance intermediaries in both dollar volume and loan count, closing $17.3 billion covering nearly 2,800 transactions in 2011. Steier joins Meridian from The Carlton Group where he was a managing director. In his new role for Meridian, Steier is charged with building a fullservice equity capital markets platform to complement the company’s debt capital markets expertise. The equity capital markets platform will allow Meridian’s clients access to a broad array of equity-focused transactions, including recapitalizations, joint venture equity, sponsor equity, passive promotable equity, acquisition capital, pari passu equity, entity level equity, and preferred equity, as well as highly structured equity to accommodate the most complex situations. “With the current trend of recapitalizations and joint ventures, as well as Meridian’s leading position in debt capital markets, the company’s expansion into equity services is a natural platform extension at a time when market demand for these services is historically high,” said Steier. “I am

genuinely excited to join the dynamic team here at Meridian and look forward to introducing our new equity services to the Company’s clients nationally and building upon our longstanding tradition of Terry Baydala excellence in markets in which we operate,” he added. Baydala joins Meridian after five years as Senior Vice President of Commercial Real Estate Banking at Anglo Irish Bank, where he structured and syndicated large commercial loans. At Meridian, Baydala will spearhead the development of the company’s structured finance platform, including a broadening of the firm’s institutional relationships. These expanded relationships will enable Meridian’s financing partners the enhanced flexibility to participate in large, Meridian-facilitated financings. Meridian expects that the new platform will expand its financing capabilities for larger and more complex transactions, especially for deals that require multiple lenders and investors throughout the capital stack. Lenders that the platform will seek to engage will include local and regional banks, small- to mid-sized life insurance companies, and non-U.S.-based lenders seeking exposure to U.S. commercial real estate. “I am proud to lead this initiative at Meridian. For more than twenty years, Meridian has earned the confidence and trust of the world’s most sophisticated real estate investors and lending institutions. I believe there is significant opportunity through this platform to further expand the company’s market coverage, and to broaden our ability to service our clients and financing partners,” said Baydala. “I am delighted to welcome Peter and Terry to our Meridian team. I have no doubt that they will both play significant roles in driving our company to a new level,” said Ralph Herzka, Meridian’s chairman and CEO. n

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Relationship Driven. Execution Focused. Recent New Jersey and Mid-Atlantic Financing Transactions:

Meadowbrook Apartments 532 Units

Berkshire at the Shipyard 93 Units

2100 Parkway Apartments 124 Units

Greenbriar Apartments 346 Units

$32,900,000

$29,000,000

$25,125,000

Huntingdon Valley, PA

Hoboken, NJ

Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia, PA

Hidden Creek Apartments 236 Units

Warehouse Apartments 141 Units

Hallmark House Apartments 429 Units

Blue Hen Apartments 162 Units

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$20,800,000

$20,000,000

$16,000,000

Bayville, NJ

Philadelphia, PA

Newark, NJ

Dover, DE

Village Park Apartments 178 Units

1616 Walnut Street 233,000 Sq. Ft. Office

River Street 44,000 Sq. Ft. Office/Retail

Colony House at Rivers Edge

$15,100,000

$14,000,000

$12,500,000

$8,800,000

Pleasant Valley, NY

Philadelphia, PA

Hoboken, NJ

Red Bank, NJ

$35,800,000

68 Units

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Financial Digest By Bruce J. Coin, Bruce Coin Consulting, Inc.

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he reports I study and the professionals that I speak withal indicate that commercial real estate markets are improving, albeit slowly. The statistics all generally support that position. The Bruce J. Coin apartment market has improved generating the greatest demand among buyers and lenders with new apartment construction occurring in many areas. Even office market vacancy rates have been steadily declining, although nominally. Interest rates are still predicted to remain low through the end of 2013 as assured by Fed Chairman Bernanke. Right now the benchmark 10 year U.S. Treasury has remained well below 2 percent for close to two months and at one point was just above 1.4 percent. That bodes well for the commercial mortgage market but how will all of this impact maturing loans, especially, CMBS loans, written in the last five to ten years? The Trepp organization recently predicted that approximately $1.7 trillion of CMBS loans will mature between now and 2017 with $360 billion due this year. Said $1.7 trillion does not include the “on book� portfolio loans maturing at banks and insurance companies. The problem impacting how CMBS loans may be refinanced was created in 2008 when foreign investors lost confidence in American real estate backed mortgage securities and stopped investing. What had become the single largest source of mortgage money in the United States that over supplied the mortgage markets substantially dried up. A modest rebound, referred to as CMBS II, began late last summer. Unfortunately, there is not enough mortgage money in all of the banks and insurance companies combined, even with the re-emerging CMBS II potentially closing as much $100 billion this year, to fully supply the CMBS refinancing demand. In an environment of over demand and under supply, mortgage lenders can “pick and choose� which loans they want to fund while imposing tighter underwriting standards. We

The current commercial mortgage market

have witnessed that since 2009. While becoming a little more liberal, that underwriting trend will continue for some time. Low interest rates and more liberal underwriting standards will undoubtedly benefit many properties but they can’t overcome the real problem for many CMBS borrowers. The commercial real estate markets are simply not improving fast enough to restore their values to prior levels. Their current loan to value ratios are 70, 75 or even 80 percent, (in some cases 100 percent or more) of their current appraised values. Often, their

original loans were 80 percent of a somewhat overly optimistic value exacerbating the problem. While they may be able to pay their current debt service, even with less than 90 percent occupancy, and with rents that are lower than a few years ago, they cannot readily refinance enough at today’s standards when their loans mature. The Special Servicers of many CMBS loans, when a loan is in real or technical default (e.g. higher than 75-80 percent LTV, not maintaining a 1.25 debt service coverage factor, etc.) or when a loan has matured (often with some real equity)

move to foreclose as there usually is no justification to extend or restructure a loan in such circumstance. Defaulted CMBS borrowers have few options: • Sell, recognize little or no equity, possibly even take a loss, pay gains and recapture taxes and move on • Inject additional capital to reduce the debt (themselves or by adding a partner) to current re-financeable levels and re-finance. • Some (but very few) are able to reduce the debt enough and provide sufficient reserves to have the loan restructured by the Special Servicer

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99 Hook Road Bayonne, NJ Avidan Management — — — — 304,000 s/f Whse. 1615 Wicomico St. Baltimore, MD Cushman & Wakefield — — — — 56,000 s/f Whse. Rand Rd. Garner, NC — — RedGo Development — — 42-acres Land Medical Building West NY, NY Weiss Realty — — — $3.4 m 5,300 s/f Office 50 Piermont Road Cresskill, NJ Weiss Realty — Weiss Realty — — 8,042 s/f Mixed Colonial Village Edison, NJ Weiss Realty — — — — 1,000 s/f Office Colonial Village Edison, NJ Weiss Realty — — — — 640 s/f Office Colonial Village Edison, NJ Weiss Realty — — — — 1,838 s/f Office 6701 Bergenline Ave. West NY, NY Weiss Realty — — — $1.42m 5,300 s/f Office 55 Route 4 West Paramus, NJ NAI Hanson — — — — 22,364 s/f Retail 17 Penn Valley Levittown, PA — — Tryko Partners — — 170-unit Mult-Family 10740 Parkridge Blvd. Reston, VA HFF — — — — 216,000 s/f Office Maryland Region Columbia, MD Liberty Property Trust — Liberty Property Trust — — 279,858 s/f Office 2829 Guardian Lane Virgina Beach, VA AMSEC LLC — — — — 126,000 s/f Office 18810 Woodfield Road Gaithersburg, MD — — Broad Street — — 17,670 s/f Flex/Retail 5245 Westview Dr. Frederick, MD — — Broad Street — — 23,011 s/f Flex/Retail 1900 Gallows Road Vienna, MD Ezra Company — — — — 31,173 s/f Office 96 North Main Street Cranbury, NJ Marcus & Milichap — — — — 925,000 s/f Apartment Somerset Corporate Cnt. Bridgewater, NJ SJP Properties — CBRE — — 93,000 s/f Office 1765 East Second St. Scotch Plains, NJ NAI Hanson — — — — 4,800 s/f Comm’l. 111 Interstate Blvd. South Brunswick, NJ Cushman & Wakefield — Cresa NJ - North/Central — — 83,200 s/f Whse. 150 Mt. Airy Road Basking Ridge, NJ — — CBRE — — 72,560 s/f Mixed Headquarters Plaza Morristown, NJ Cushman & Wakefield — — — — 75,000 s/f Office 71 Walsh Drive Parsippany, NJ Cassidy Turley — Cushman & Wakefield — — 44,000 s/f Whse. 44 Whippany Road Morristown, NJ RXR Realty — CBRE — — 31,000 s/f Office Whitehouse Station, NJ CBRE — CBRE — — 13,741 s/f Office 295 Route 22 Marsulex Envtl. Technologies Lebanon, PA CBRE — Garibaldi — — 11,371 s/f Office 40 Cragwood Road South Plainfield,NJ Cassidy Turley — Colliers Int’l. — — 55,775 s/f Mixed 186 Wood Avenue South Woodbridge, NJ — — The Hampshire Companies — — 19,470 s/f Office 171-173 Tuckerton Road Muhlenberg Township, PA CBRE — — — $17.050m 400,414 s/f Whse. 10 Emery Street Bethlehem, PA NAI Summit — NAI Summit — $4.2m 30 Acres Land 1001 South York Hatboro, PA Binswanger — — — — 122,432 s/f Retail 3025 C.G. Zinn Road Thornadale, PA Binswanger — — — — 10,840 s/f Office 285 Center Point Blvd. Jenkins Township, PA Emery-Waterhouse — Mericle Commercial RE — — 37,329 s/f Whse. 9070 State Road Bensalem, PA Roddy Inc. — — — — 27,589 s/f Mixed 20397 Route 19 N Pittsburgh, PA — — Collier Int’tl. Pittsburgh — — 2,202 s/f Office 100 N. 10th Street Harrisburg, PA Landmark Comm’l./ONCOR Int’l. — WCI Partners — — 13,500 s/f Office Lower Allen TWP., PA — — NAI CIR — $3,426,250 68,525 s/f Office 5001 Louise Dr. 2913 Spooky Nook Lancaster, PA Cushman & Wakefield — — — $24m 594,000 s/f Ind. 1800 West King Street York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — $650,000 30,918 s/f Whse. 223-225 Springdale Ave. York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 6,720 s/f Mixed 321 Dewey Street York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 3,600 s/f Mixed Mixed 1579 Rodney Road York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — $275,000 1,800 s/f Knight’s View Road Wrightsville, PA ROCK Comm’l. — — — 53.98 Acres Land 3501 Concord Road York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 18,970 s/f Office 110 Newberry Commons Etters, PA ROCK Comm’l. — — — 10,012 s/f Retail 21 South Hill Street Shrewsbury, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 7,950 s/f Mixed 1770 East Market Street York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 4,056 s/f Office 1100 North Hartley Street York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 3,667 s/f Office 30 Ridge Avenue York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 2,048 s/f Ind. 2081 Springwood Road York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — — — 1,670 s/f Retail 15 North Beaver Street York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 1,600 s/f Mixed 528 East Main Street Dallastown, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 1,090 s/f Retail 1100 140 Roosevelt Ave. York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 552 s/f Office 250 Fame Avenue Hanover, PA ROCK Comm’l. — — — 414 s/f Retail 160 Roosevelt Ave York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 1,246 s/f Office 140 Roosevelt Ave York, PA ROCK Comm’l. — ROCK Comm’l. — — 284 s/f Office 4115 N. 6th Street Harrisburg, PA Bill Gladstone Grp. of NAI CIR — — — — 25,995 s/f whse. Capital West Business Cntr. Lower Allen Twp., PA Bill Gladstone Grp. of NAI CIR — Icon Comm’l. Interests — — 9,600 s/f Retail 5021 E. Trindle Road Hampden Twp., PA Bill Gladstone Grp. of NAI CIR — — — — 2,500 s/f Mixed Lower Allen TWP., PA Bill Gladstone Grp. of NAI CIR — — — — — Office 1517 Cedar Cliff 950 Centerville Road Carilsle, PA CBRE — — — — 1,170,000 s/f whse. 1700 Ritner Highway Carilsle, PA CBRE — — — — 602,500 s/f Whse. 23 S. 3rd Street Harrisburg, PA Landmark Comm’l./ONCOR Int’l. — — — $200,000 — Comm’l. 22 Front Street New Buffalo, PA Landmark Comm’l./ONCOR Int’l. — — — — 5-Unit Mult-Family — — — 3,155 s/f Office 5015 East Trindle Road Mechanicsburg, PA Landmark Comm’l./ONCOR Int’l. — 2250 Forest Hills Drive Harrisburg, PA Landmark Comm’l./ONCOR Int’l. — — — — 2,500 s/f Office 5040 Louise Drive Mechanicsburg, PA High Associates — Landmark Comm’l./ONCOR Int’l. — — 9,922 s/f office/flex 4 Lemoyne Drive Lemoyne, PA NAI CIR — Landmark Comm’l./ONCOR Int’l. — — 2,611 s/f Office 25 N. Front Street Harrisburg, PA Campbell Comm’l. RE Inc. — Landmark Comm’l./ONCOR Int’l. — — Office Multi-Family Brockton Court Philadelphia, PA Marcus & Millichap — Marcus & Millichap — $1,612,500 30-Unit Le Crillon Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA Marcus & Millichap — Marcus & Millichap — $14,810,000 16-Unit Multi-Family 406 Sumneytown Pike North Wales, PA Aptcor Commercial Realtors — — — $485,000 5,500 s/f Mixed 835 W. Hamilton Street Allentown, PA NAI Summit — NAI Summit — — 2,312 s/f Retail Crosspointe Town Square Woodbridge, NJ — — R.J. Brunelli & Co. — — 11,000 s/f Retail 39 Matawan Road Old Bridge, NJ — — R.J. Brunelli & Co. — — 12,750 s/f Retail Woodbridge Center Mall Woodbridge, NJ — — R.J. Brunelli & Co. — — 7,500 s/f Mixed

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Colliers International adds industry vet Parsippany, NJ — Colliers International New Jersey has added 23-year industry veteran Lisa Kochan to its real estate management services team. Kochan will serve as a director, focus- Lisa Kochan ing on business development. Kochan specializes in developing and maintaining best–in-class standards in property management, planning and strategy, monitoring building operations, selection of personnel and implementing and managing operating budgets. “Lisa’s award-winning attention to detail and management skills will be well-suited to our management team,” said Robert Martie, executive vice president of Colliers International New Jersey. “We look forward to working with her and applying her skill set to our portfolio.” Prior to joining Colliers International, Kochan was assistant vice president for Grubb & Ellis Management

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Russo Development appoints Zarrad as corporate controller CARLSTADT, NJ — Russo Development has announced the appointment of Valerye Zarrad as corporate c o n t r o l l e r. Valerye joins the accounting team with a strong financial reporting background in the Valerye Zarrad real estate industry, and will collaborate with the property controller, Susan Schott, to oversee all financial management, transactions, reporting and compliance. In this new

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Zarrad came to Russo Development from RREEF, where she was as an executive in the accounting group for ten years. While at RREEF, Valerye specialized in reporting, training, team development and strategy. Prior to joining RREEF, Valerye managed the accounting department of Eden Toys, LLC. improving the organization, standardization and forecasting of the company. Previously Zarrad gained accounting experience with Worldwide Media Service Inc., Arcorp Properties, Badanco Enterprises, Inc., Ennis, Cavuoto & Co., and KPMG Peat Marwick LLC. n

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100 SciPark in Princeton Acquisitions, Inc. In a separate transaction, Cushman & Wakefield has orchestrated the $10.7 million trade of 65 Clyde Rd. in Somerset. TA Associates Realty purchased the 159,000 s/f industrial property from Cornerstone Real Estate Advisers. Cushman & Wakefield’s Merin, Bernhaut, Gabriel and Schmidt marketed 65 Clyde Road with industrial brokerage specialists Frank Caccavo, Jason Goldman, Marc Petrella and Andrew Siemsen, based in the firm’s Edison office.

Binswanger brokers 158,735 s/f sale to Seagis Property Group On behalf of Elizabeth Beverage Co., Binswanger announces the sale of a 158,735 s/f distribution facility on 7.85 acres in Elizabeth. See page 2B.

Mack-Cali announces 100,274 s/f office lease in Jersey City Mack-Cali Realty Corporation announced that The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd. has signed a 100,274 s/f expansion lease at Harborside Financial Center in Jersey City. See page 3B.

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65 Clyde Rd. in Somerset “65 Clyde Road serves a real strong industrial market. Somneed for industrial, R&D and erset offers the added benefit high-tech tenants looking for an of being on the Princeton and efficient space that also offers Rutgers Research Corridor, a higher-end corporate image providing a draw for technolfor the firm’s clients,” Schmidt ogy-related tenants.” noted. “Additionally, the Lower These advantages drew signifI-287 Corridor offers a strong icant interest from institutional labor pool and NJ Tpke. prox- buyers from around the country, imity, making it a historically according to Bernhaut. ■

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Prism expands, relocates HQ to Broadacres Office Park BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Prism Capital Partners, LLC has relocated its headquarters to BroadAcres Office Park from Englewood, in an expansion move, announced Edwin Cohen, principal partner. The commercial real estate owner/ operator has maintained its property management operations at 200 Broadacres Dr. since 2006, when it purchased the 380,000 s/f, four-building BroadAcres campus. Cohen noted that the company’s growth and the acceleration of key local projects were catalysts for consolidating their staff into a single location, and that BroadAcres was the logical choice. “We are involved in two major construction projects within 10 minutes of this property,”

1455 Broadacres Drive he noted. “It has become increasingly important for our Prism Construction Services, LLC division, especially to be physically closer to these sites as things progress. The Aztec Corporation is designing Prism’s new, 7,000 s/f office at BroadAcres, which

will house 30 staff members. Prism currently is occupying temporary space at 200 Broadacres Dr. BroadAcres Office Park is located between Garden State Parkway exits 151 and 153, near the interchanges of routes 3 and 46. ■

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Transwestern unveils 300 Kimball’s capital improvements PARSIPPANY, NJ — Transwestern unveiled details of a significant capital reinvestment program at 300 Kimball Dr. in Parsippany. The capital improvements were announced during an event hosted by Transwestern on June 14 for the region’s commercial real estate industry professionals that featured a catered reception by The Capital Grille, live music, and tours of 300 Kimball’s available office space. “This is really the first time since 300 Kimball was originally constructed that the market has had the opportunity to experience this building,” said Transwestern Principal James Postell. “The capital reinvestment program we are executing at the property will significantly enhance the already exceptional office environment afforded by the building, which offers flexible space options with 88,000 square foot floor plates to accommodate the immediate space needs of a wide range of tenants, including those with large block requirements.” ■

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NEW JERSEY Osborne of the Bergman RE Group represents owner

Colliers International’s Lopriore brokers 23,451 s/f

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CBRE announces three leases at R i v e r v i e w Te c h . Center in Somerset SOMERSET, NJ — CBRE, Inc. announced the completion of three new lease transactions at Riverview Technology Center. Two transactions were signed at 100 Randolph Rd., and one was completed at 50 Randolph Rd. The CBRE team who handled the transactions as leasing agent on behalf of the owner, Atlantic Development & Management Corp., was made up of first vice presidents Dan Casey and Paul March and senior associate Patricia Riedel. These three long-term lease transactions include: • Gaffney-Kroese Electrical Supply Corp. who leased 32,135 s/f of office and warehouse space at 50 Randolph Rd. in a relocation from 60 Kingsbridge Rd. in Piscataway. The tenant was represented by Herb Zimmerman, SVP for Bussel Realty Corp. • Betar, Inc. leased 21,525 s/f of office and manufacturing space at 100 Randolph Rd. Betar was represented by Robert Santye, president of Sanvest Financial Group, Inc. • Randolph Road, LLC leased 15,121 s/f of office space at 100 Randolph Rd. and plans to use the space for training of day care center service providers. The firm was represented by DeLuccia Commercial Group Associate Dan Reider. ■

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availability rate dropped less than one percentage point during that same span. “Much of the activity in the submarket is in class A buildings, following the ‘flight-toquality’ trend,” said Jeremy Neuer, senior vice president, CBRE. “However there is also a ‘flight-to-quality-location- trend going on. Since the beginning of 2011, more than seventy-five percent of the activity in the Parkway Corridor submarket occurred in MetroPark.” Further evidence of the market’s health is the asking rents, added Neuer. The average asking rents in the submarket currently sit at $26.85 psf, 10.2 percent higher than New Jersey’s average asking rent of $24.37 psf. The class A rents in the Parkway Corridor are at $31.39 per s/f, a 17-percent premium above the state’s class A rents. Recently, MetroTop II, MetroPark’s newest class A building, raised its asking rate to $38.00 psf, the highest in the submarket. “MetroPark has regained its luster as one of the top markets in New Jersey,” said Neuer. “Given the steady influx of activity over the last twelve months, new construction and renovated buildings have led the charge with over 500,000 s/f of positive absorption in the three million s/f micro market.” Recent notable deals include: • Ansell’s lease of 59,000 s/f at MetroTop II in a relocation from Red Bank • McDonald’s 20,000 s/f lease in the same building in a relocation from Roseland • Investors Savings’ 40,000 s/f lease at 101 Wood Avenue South • Hampshire has also commenced leasing at Centra, filling the first floor with Network Applications and 1-800Doctors. ■

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74-units on the campus of The Catholic Church of St. Mary

Stanker & Galetto begins construction of $10 million Cherry Hill senior residence

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H E R RY H I L L , N J — Stanker & Galetto, a general contracting firm in southern New Jersey, started construction of a $10 million, 74-unit senior residence on the campus of The Catholic Church of St. Mary in Cherry Hill. The project, backed by a housing assistance grant by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), is expected to be completed in August 2013. The three-story, 60,000 s/f project, known as Benedict’s Place, is being co-sponsored by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Camden. When finished, Benedict’s Place will feature 73 one-bedroom apartments for the elderly on 4.3 acres located along St. Mary’s Drive in Cherry Hill. There will also be an apartment for the manager of the complex. “The design of Benedict’s Place ensures that the units

Benedict’s Place are easily accessible and can accommodate the special needs of seniors,” said Peter Galetto, CEO of Stanker & Galetto. The permitting process for the project took more than a year. Final surveying prior to

clearing the land for construction began in early June, said Rob Yood, senior project manager at Stanker and Galetto. The whole project is expected to take about 15 months to complete.

Benedict’s Place will offer seniors all the accommodations needed for independent living including a community room, a kitchen, personal laundry facilities, and a lobby for socializing, Yood said.

“The goal was to position Benedict’s Place within the St. Mary’s campus and adjacent to existing nursing and assisted living facilities for easy access to health care,” Galetto said. ■

CBRE represents Keystone Property Group in 72,500 s/f lease extension and expansion with Comcast in Mt. Laurel MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Keystone Property Group, a real estate developer, manager and investor of office and industrial properties has secured a 72,500 s/f lease extension and expansion with Comcast at the Executive Park at East Gate, located at 112 West Park Dr. in Mt. Laurel. Comcast, one of the nation’s largest cable operator and home Internet service providers, is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and is expanding its research and development operations in Mt. Laurel. CBRE executive vice president Jon Sarkisian, vice president Brian Saggiomo and senior associate Anthony LiVechhi represented Keystone, while Binswanger senior vice presidents Marc Policarpo and Robert Corr represented the tenant in the transaction. As a result of Comcast’s lease renewal and expansion, the building is now 100 percent leased. Currently Harleysville

Executive Park at East Gate Insurance, a subsidiary of Nationwide Insurance, is also a tenant at the building. “Comcast already occupied 44,000 square feet at Executive Park and needed a significant amount of expansion space to support its growing

operations,” said Bill Glazer, president of Keystone Property Group. “This building is situated at the confluence of four major highways and is ideal for the company’s existing and future needs. The added space was a natural fit

for Comcast’s organic growth and we are extremely pleased to be able to accommodate the company’s space requirements while bringing the building to full occupancy.” The 114,000 s/f Executive Park at East Gate was a

previously vacant data center purchased by Keystone more than six years ago. Shortly after acquiring the facility, Keystone repositioned the property into high-quality office building via an extensive capital improvement program that was completed in 2007. The renovations included a new façade and roof, all new mechanical and HVAC systems, new interior finishes with an attractively refurbished lobby entrance, prominent individual entrances for multiple tenants, a new glass and glazing system with increased window lines, and ADA compliant bathrooms. Additional parking was also created. The building is located near exit 4 off of the New Jersey Turnpike, Interstate 295, Route 38 and Route 73. It is also in close proximity to a host of area amenities, including hotels and restaurants, and is just minutes away from the Moorestown Mall. ■

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SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY Richman and Isdaner represent Casaba RE Holdings Jersey Shore’s First LEED-Certified apt.

Colliers International facilitates 40,000 s/f sale

Walters Group’s apts. near completion in Manahawkin

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HERRY HILL, New Jersey – June 13, 2012 The Colliers International Southern New Jersey team of Ian Richman and Marc Isdaner represented Casaba Real Estate Holdings, LLC in the sale of a 40,000 s/f former printing facility in Cherry Hill. The property, located at 702-708 King Avenue, was bank-owned. The property features approximately 5,000 s/f of office space, three loading docks, two drive-in doors, a fully air-conditioned warehouse and 3,000 amp electric service. The buyer, T & C Property,

Stafford Preserve MANAHAWKIN, NJ — De- Walters Group, with the first 702-708 King Avenue mand for luxury apartments tenants slated to move in this LLC, is a retailer of sneak- well as an online presence. at Stafford Preserve, currently summer. The new complex will ers and apparel. They have The King Avenue facility will under construction in Ma- feature 216 luxury apartments several retail stores in New be used for warehousing and nahawkin, has been strong, with an ideal location at the according to the developer, Jersey Shore. Jersey and Pennsylvania as distribution. ■ The first three buildings of Stafford Preserve, comprised of 36 eco-friendly units will be available for occupancy in late July. “We’ve already rented 36 units,” said Ed Walters, Jr., founder and partner. “We only have a couple units available in the first three buildings.” Spanning over 800 acres in Burlington and Florence Townships, When completed, the comThe Haines Center is located at NJ Turnpike Exit 6A (entranceway munity will consist of 18 threestory buildings. Inside the to both the NJ Turnpike and NJ/PA Turnpike connector). The park community, one- and two-bedis within an hour’s drive to the ports of NJ and Philadelphia and room garden-style apartments, features Norfolk Southern/CSX rail service and has an onsite NJ some with lofts, will range in Transit River LINE Commuter Rail stop. The Haines Center offers a size from 933 to 1,333 square feet. Floor plans feature stylvariety of build-to-suit pad site opportunities from 15 to 110 acres, ish island kitchens, hardwood and leasing opportunities for warehousing and distribution facilities floors, and master suites with ranging from 80,000 to 1,000,000 sq. ft. Scan this QR Code with walk-in closets. Each spacious apartment will also include your Smart Phone to learn more… a washer and dryer, fullyequipped kitchen with granite counter tops, window coverings and ceiling fans in the master bedroom. 856-764-2600 | www.whitesellco.com Stafford Preserve is designed to meet both Silver LEED Quality Endures (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and Energy Star certifications, which creates a healthier living environment for residents. In addition, highly efficient Energy Star heating and cooling systems, sealed ductwork, enhanced insulation and programmable thermostats lessen energy consumption, reducing costs. As a result, the apartments will be more energy efficient, saving residents up to 34%-44% on their annual energy costs. Stafford Preserve is situated in a 28-acre wooded environment. Within walking distance is Stafford Park shopping center, which is home to a variety of retailers, including Target, Costco, Best Buy, Dick’s SportThe Haines Center ing Goods, PetSmart, Ulta, (Aerial View) AT&T, and Olive Garden. The community’s close proximity to the Garden State Parkway. ■

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SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY New hires, new clients, and community focus have firm thriving in its first year

Wolf Commercial Real Estate flourishes in 2nd quarter by concentrating on fundamentals

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much more than the number of signs we can post. Attention to detail, the highest quality work ethic, our intensive marketing process, and building successful relationships with our clients are all contributing to the company’s rapid growth.” Exclusive Agencies Secured WCRE is pleased to announce the following agency assignments awarded during the second quarter: • For Lease: 875 Kings Highway, West Deptford. WCRE is offering 1,000-9,000 s/f of professional/medical office space

Jason Wolf Scott Seligman Leor Hemo He is a licensed salesperson in was hired in April to attract both New Jersey and Pennsylva- new clients and help grow the nia. Seligman is an award-win- business. The firm anticipates ning professional with nearly additional hiring this year. 20 years of experience in com“WCRE is succeeding by fomercial real estate development, cusing on the fundamentals advisory services, the insurance of business,” said founder and industry, and investments. He principal Jason Wolf. “It’s about

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available immediately. Property is under new ownership, with significant renovations underway. • For Lease: 712 Haddonfield Road, Cherry Hill. First floor, 1,250 s/f of fully fit out medical office space across from the retail hub of the Garden State Park power center. • For Lease: 600 Cuthbert Road, Westmont. Three spaces from 8,615-9,868 s/f, available immediately in a full service mid-rise building with strong national ownership and onsite management. Excellent location convenient to retail, PATCO, and major roads. • For Sale or Lease: 607-609 White Horse Pike, Audubon. From 2,500-8,500 s/f of office space with convenient access to I-295, surrounded by retail, restaurants, and offices. • For Sale or Lease: 1 Allison Drive, Cherry Hill. This is a 12,762 s/f office/flex building located in the heart of Cherry Hill. Convenient to major roads and public transit. • For Lease: 63 Kresson Road, Cherry Hill. 2,900 s/f of fully fitout medical/professional office space in Cherry Hill and close to Haddonfield. • For Sale or Lease: 1035 North Black Horse Pike, Williamstown. Two fully fit out suites of professional/medical office space, 987 and 1,770 s/f in a newly constructed building. • For Lease: 651 South White Horse Pike (Rt. 30), Hammonton. Up to 7,150 s/f of space in a newly constructed building. Ideal for medical, professional office, or retail. Close to the new AtlantiCare medical and professional facilities. Commitment to Community The success of WCRE is benefitting the community, as well. The company is passionately committed to the health, wellbeing, and success of the people of Southern New Jersey and the Philadelphia region, and dedicates a portion of the proceeds of each completed transaction to one of several local organizations. Clients also have the option to designate a charity of their choice. So far WCRE has made gifts to the American Cancer Society, the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and the CARES Institute at UMDNJ. The company is also an active supporter of the Buy Camden County campaign, which encourages consumers to shop locally. ■

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SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY Hutchinson Energy Services

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Through the ESCO, businesses can take advantage of comprehensive, cost effective measures to achieve energy savings like: high efficiency lighting, high efficiency heating and air conditioning, efficient motors and variable speed drives, and centralized energy management systems. efficient services: • Energy Analysis • Comprehensive Energy Solutions • High Efficiency Lighting

• Solar • Building Automation And Controls • Mechanical Hvac Services • System Commissioning

How to Select an ESCO: Ed Hutchinson, president of Hutchinson, offers these tips on what to look for when selecting the ESCO. • What is the ESCO’s experience in offering comprehensive energy savings services? • Is the ESCO accredited by the National Association of Energy Services Companies (NAESCO)? • What is the experience of the ESCO personnel assigned to my project? • What is the ESCO’s track record and ability to facilitate innovative financing options?

• How will the ESCO price the work? • What processes do they follow to ensure I get the best value for my project? Hutchinson is a third-generation family business and trades as Hutchinson Plumbing Heating Cooling, Hutchinson Mechanical Services, and Hutchinson Energy Services has specialized in commercial and residential mechanical and energy services since 1948. Hutchinson’s technicians are factory trained, NATE certified and are on-call 24/7 365 days a year. ■

The ESCO serves as project developers for various tasks and services, including: • Develop, design, and arrange financing for energy efficiency projects; • Install and maintain the energy efficient equipment involved; • Measure, monitor, and verify the project’s energy savings; and sometimes • Assumes the risk that the project will save the amount of energy guaranteed. Through the ESCO, businesses can take advantage of comprehensive, cost effective measures to achieve energy savings like: high efficiency lighting, high efficiency heating and air conditioning, efficient motors and variable speed drives, and centralized energy management systems. Typically, the ESCO handles financing arrangements for these energy efficient projects, and bundles services into the project’s cost, which are then repaid through the positive cash flow generated on energy savings. In addition to the economic benefits realized by ESCO customers through energy and maintenance cost savings, this booming industry has had a profound effect on the U.S. economy. New jobs have been created, not only within the ESCOs, but though the use of contractors and through the many firms involved directly and indirectly in supporting energy efficiency projects. Hutchinson Energy Services, a leading provider of commercial and residential mechanical and energy solutions, offers many energy

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Southern NJ Chapter Appraisal Institute 2012 Chapter Officers

SAVE THE DATE 17th Annual September Symposium Wednesday, Sept. 12th, 2012

President Jerome McHale, MAI jmchale@jmchaleassoc.com

Presenters currently confirmed: (More are being added…updates to come soon!)

Vice President Jacob Ramage, MAI jake.ramage@cushwake.com Treasurer Kristin Mansfield kristin.mansfield@td.com Secretary Al Crosby acrosby@insightnj.com Director (Term through ‘14) James Carr carrappraisals@aol.com Director (Term through ‘14) John T. Stone, MAI jtstonemai@verizon.net Director (Term through ‘13) Jerrold McCarron jermccarron@gmail.com Director (Term through ’13) Michael S. Sapio, MAI northstarappraisal@msn.com Director (Term through ’12) Ed Kay edkayinc@comcast.net Director (Term through ’12) Joseph V. Heenan, SRA jheenan613@comcast.net Director (Term through ’12) Jackie Marmur Jackiemarmur@tonykamand.com Director (Term through ’12) Mike Rickett Mikerickett@tonykamand.com

• Dr. James W. Hughes, Dean, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy, Rutgers University • Scott DiBiasio, State & Industry Affairs, Appraisal Institute • Dennis Scardilli, Esq., MAI, from the Law Office of Dennis A. Scardilli L.L.C. • Steven N. Flanzman, Esq., Senior NJ Deputy Attorney General for the NJ SBREA* • Denise M. Siegal, IFA, CTA, President NJ SBREA* * Subject to NJ Dept of Law & Public Safety Approval

New Seminar, New Officers

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he Southern NJ Chapter will be offering a brand new seminar Appraising the Appraisal: Appraisal Review–Residential on Friday, October 12th. This is one of the first offerings in the area, and looks to be informative and interesting. It focuses on residential appraisal review and is replete with insightful examples of residential appraisal review techniques. It is not-to-miss education for all residential appraisers and reviewers Appraisal review requires a different skill set than traditional appraisal work. In the new seminar Appraising the Appraisal: Appraisal Review–Residential, career professionals will gain invaluable insights into client expectations regarding the content and quality demanded by review assignments. Designed specifically for residential appraisers who also review appraisals, the seminar presents methods for performing review assignments efficiently and effectively. Real estate professionals involved in appraisal management or who work in quality control and compliance for financial institutions may find this program beneficial. While exploring techniques and methodologies used by professional reviewers, you will distinguish features of the ideal appraisal report, identify eight general categories and examine 14 specific warning signs of a problem

appraisal, plus dig into 7 examples of complex review appraisal assignments. This seminar will help you spot the most common reporting deficiencies—while avoiding those deficiencies in your own appraisal reports. At the end of this seminar you will be able to: *Recognize the need for appraisal reviews performed by reviewers who are cognizant of their ethical and professional responsibilities. *Review the impact of USPAP, FIRREA and other regulations on the review process. *Identify types of appraisal review assignments & process employed in the reviewer’s scope of work. Also, identify the analytical steps necessary to develop a review opinion. *Examine and analyze the component parts of an appraisal report for review purposes and identify tests of reasonableness that may be applied. *Define 6 characteristics of quality appraisal reports & the role of client expectations in defining a “good” appraisal. *Identify and discuss 14 warning signs of a problem appraisal, and illustrate 7 examples of complex review appraisal assignments. *Discuss the process of appropriate “reviewer to appraiser” communication. We will be offering this seminar on Friday, October 12th at the Burlington Camden County Association of Realtors Office, 306

Kings Hwy South, Cherry Hill. Mark Smeltzer, SRA, will be the instructor. Contact Lisamayweiss@hotmail.com for more information. Below are the newly elected Officers and Directors for service in 2013. These individuals had been selected by the Nominating Committee, chaired by Past President Craig Black, SRA. President Jacob Ramage, MAI Vice President Pamela Brodowski, MAI Treasurer Albert Crosby Secretary Jerrold McCarron, MAI Director (Term through 2013) Bonnie L. Longo, MAI, SRA Director (Term through 2015) Tim Sheehan, MAI, SRA Director (Term through 2015) Errett Vielehr Director (Term through 2015) Robert Kirwan, MAI Director (Term through 2015) Jackie Marmur

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Southern New Jersey Chapter Of the Appraisal Institute www.ai-snj.org As the leading organization for professional real estate appraisers, the Appraisal Institute represents nearly 23,000 members in nearly 90 chapters worldwide. The Southern New Jersey Chapter has over 230 members. They perform a variety of services ranging from single family valuation to feasibility studies for regional malls & hotel-casinos. Whether it’s assistance on a home purchase or providing expert testimony for litigation, our members are uniquely quali¿ed to meet these needs. For more information regarding the Southern NJ Chapter of the Appraisal Institute visit: www.ai-snj.org, or call Executive Director Lisa Weiss at 856-415-0281.

2012 Designated Members of the Southern NJ Chapter of the Appraisal Institute Geoffrey D. Acolia, MAI J. Paul Bainbridge, MAI Steven W. Bartelt, MAI, SRA Robert J. Belon, MAI A. Craig Black, SRA Allen G. Black, MAI, SRA Edward J. Bligh, MAI, SRA Lawrence E. Bowne, MAI Pamela J. Brodowski, MAI Richard J. Carabelli, Jr, MAI J. S. Carduner, MAI Cynthia Carpenter, MAI Harry Carroll, Jr., MAI, SRA Lana Chiappetta, MAI Patrick K. Conover, MAI John P. Corbett, MAI David A. Curley, SRA Susanne M. Curran, MAI Eugene P. Davey, SRA Thomas C. Davis, SRA Thomas A. DeMartin, MAI, SRA Russell V. Di Lello, MAI John E. Doyle, MAI Scott A. Eiffes, MAI E. Guy Elzey, III, SRA Emmons G. Elzey, Jr, SRA Phillip Fortuna, SRA Mary F. Fox, MAI David J. Frett, SRA James C Frisby, SRA John M. Gapszewicz, MAI Barbara K. GrifÀn, SRA Ronald A. Hagel, MAI, SRA Mark J. Hanson, MAI, SRA Donna Harris, SRA Joseph V. Heenan, SRA Henry Herskowitz, MAI, SRA Edward G. Ireland, III, SRA Bruce E. Jones, MAI Michael D. Jones, MAI Tony F. Kamand, Jr, MAI William J. Kennedy, MAI Robert W. Kirwan, SRA H. Rick Kline, SRA Robert F. Kline, MAI

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NEW JERSEY On two NJ hotels in Galloway & Farmingdale

Lundberg of NAI Hanson reps seller

Optimum Hotel Brokerage sells first mortgage notes

The Hampshire Cos. sells 85,000 s/f industrial bldg.

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ARMINGDALE, NJ — Optimum Hotel Brokerage has closed on the first mortgage note sale of two New Jersey limited service hotels: the Ramada Limited in Galloway and the Econolodge in Farmingdale. Joseph Mc-

Cann, Optimum’s president, was the hotel broker and licensed New Jersey real estate broker representing the seller in both note sale transactions, a regional bank. The buyers of the notes were each regional hotel investors.

“The Ramada Limited hotel is a 129-unit former Hampton Inn located in the rebounding Atlantic City market” said McCann, “and the Econolodge Farmingdale is a 30-unit limited service hotel in the Asbury Park/Neptune market.” ■

NORTHVALE, NJ — The Hampshire Companies announced the sale of a 85,000 s/f industrial/flex facility located at 10 Fairway Court in Northvale, N.J. The sale was made to Fillo Foods, a rapidly growing producer of convenient gourmet, organic and natural foods. “Fillo Foods had previously entered into a lease for the entire building, which included an option to purchase the property,” said Michael Harrington, an investment manager for The Hampshire Companies. “Fillo has commenced a plan to renovate the building in order to meet their own custom standards, and by exercising their option to purchase the property they can further benefit from

their investment.” Kenneth Lundberg, SIOR of NAI James E. Hanson represented The Hampshire Companies in the transaction. Fillo Foods was represented by Mitch Helfman of MRH Real Estate. HACKENSACK — The Hampshire Companies announced the disposition of a 25,000 s/f multi-tenant industrial building located at 59 Oak St. in Hackensack. Fully leased to five industrial users, the property enables immediate access to Rte. 4 and the Bergen County business community. Tom Vetter and Jeff DeMagistris of NAI James E. Hanson represented Hampshire and the buyer in the transaction. ■

Fisher Development Associates completes Students, staff and family honor Isaac “Ike” Heller sell-out of Crystal Point in Jersey City JERSEY CITY, NJ — Fisher Development has completed the sell-out of Crystal Point, a residential building rising 42 stories in downtown Jersey City directly facing Manhattan. The building’s 269 upscale condominium homes have been sold just three years after its debut to the public in 2009. “It’s no secret New York City views have always played a role in the rise of downtown Jersey City as a residential destination,” said Brian Fisher, principal of the firm that bears his name, “and this building offered some of the most amazing views not only in Jersey City, but along the entire New Jersey ‘Gold Coast.’ It was a no brainer in terms of location.” “We had a vision for Crystal Point,” said Fisher. “The primary goal was to create a building that would meet the City’s guidelines for the continued redevelopment of its downtown urban waterfront and kept the needs of the community-at-large in mind. “From a consumer standpoint, we understood the state of the real estate market in 2009. To conform to market needs, we wanted to introduce a world-class high-rise that provided the same level of luxury and exclusivity sophisticated homebuyers were accustom to at the height of the real estate boom, but at competitive prices that would offer clear value.” The Marketing Directors,

Crystal Point Inc. was brought on board from the onset to direct the sales and marketing program. “We knew we had several important factors on our side, none more important than

a developer with a sterling reputation, personal approach to customer satisfaction and long history of responsible development,” says Adrienne Albert, CEO of The Marketing Directors, Inc. ■

EDISON, NJ — Over 170 current and past students, families and staff of the John Kenney Child Care Center in Edison came out to pay tribute to Isaac “Ike” Heller, founder of Heller Industrial Parks, who built and subsidizes the school, which was celebrating its 25th anniversary this June. To entertain the guests, the festivities included a performance by Yosi, a composer and performer of children’s songs, a balloon artist, face painting, a snow cone machine and other assorted treats. On display was 25 years of class photos, including past staff and highschool volunteers. “Child care is an even-more significant issue for families than it was 25 years ago so there is a continuing need for this center, which has served as a model for others and was considered an ‘Impossible

Dream’ at that time,” said Heller, Chairman of the Board of Heller Industrial Parks, Inc. “We have always believed in the importance of investing in the community and in our employees. It’s amazing to see the vital role this center has played to enrich the lives of so many over the years. To this end I am establishing a trust to ensure that this center will have our financial support for generations to come.” The center provides a safe, healthy and educational environment for area children through subsidized care for Heller Park employees, Edison residents, Edison Township School and municipal employees. The center was named for the late John Kenney, an active Edison resident who teamed with Heller to defeat the construction of a garbage incinerator slated for the site. ■

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ERSEY CITY, NJ — The event was titled ICREW NJ – 30 Years Strong, as members of the New Jersey Chapter of CREW Network gathered at Liberty House in Jersey City to celebrate three decades of fostering the advancement of women in commercial real estate. The evening’s festivities utilized the dramatic backdrop of Lower Manhattan to honor those who have served the chapter since its founding. “Tonight we celebrate the vision of those women who created this organization, and all of those who, over the years, have made this chapter what it is today,” said Cheryl Hardt of CBRE, current president of ICREW NJ. “With all that has been accomplished, the future continues to be very bright for ICREW NJ.” “And as we celebrate, this evening also provides a wonderful example of some of the things ICREW NJ is best known for—providing networking opportunities for our members and guests, and our philanthropic efforts,” said Hardt. “Tonight we are proud to support the CREW Network Foundation as our June philanthropy.” “I am pleased to announced that contributions to the CREW Network Foundation total more than $2,300,” said Patricia Faulkner of NAI Global who, along with Monica Ceres of Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, serves as ICREW NJ Chapter

Shown from left: ICREW NJ Past Presidents: Mindy Lissner, Heather Suarez, Susan Strauss, Cindy Feury, Joan Heller, Deidre Moore, Silvana Finizio, Sheila Nall and Cheryl Hardt. Champion for the foundation. “Currently, ICREW NJ ranks fifth for chapter giving among the 76 CREW Network chapters in the U.S. and Canada.” “The CREW Network Foundation is dedicated solely to creating opportunities for women in commercial real estate,” said Faulkner. “Working with CREW Network, the foundation implements and supports the Network’s career outreach agenda of cultivating future women leaders through educational outreach, as well as scholarship and mentoring programs for high school, college, and entry-level career women.” ICREW NJ is the New Jersey Chapter of CREW Network (Commercial Real Estate Network), which is dedicated to the advancement of women in com-

mercial real estate. Membership organizations are comprised of over 8,000 members representing every discipline within the industry and are located in 76 chapters across North America. CREW Network seeks to influence the success of the commercial real estate industry by focusing on fulfilling four key initiatives: business development, leadership development, industry research, and career outreach. Members represent fields as diversified as accountants, architects, appraisers, asset/property managers, attorneys, consultants, developers, lenders, leasing and sales brokers, mortgage bankers/brokers, marketing specialists, market and investment analysts, corporate real estate representatives and title/escrow officers. ■

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PRESIDENT ELECT AND CREW NETWORK DELEGATE Patricia A. Riedel patricia.riedel@cbre.com TREASURER Sefi Silverstein ssilverstein@wgcpas.com RECORDING SECRETARY Rachel M. Brindisi rbrindisi@naiglobal.com DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP Mary Lynn Kearns mkearns@dancker.com DIRECTOR, PROGRAMING Monica Ceres, Esq. mceres@ghclaw.com DIRECTOR, PHILANTHROPY Susan Karp skarp@coleschotz.com DIRECTOR, SPONSORSHIP Patricia D. Faulkner pfaulkner@naiglobal.com DIRECTOR, SPONSORSHIP Diane Menard diane.menard@prestigetitle.net DIRECTOR, SPECIAL PROJECTS/GOLF Robin S. Grossman rgros30687@aol.com DIRECTOR, SPECIAL PROJECTS/PR Rebecca Machinga, CPA rmachinga@withum.com ADVISOR & CREW NETWORK DELEGATE Sheila Spriggs Nall snall@kssarchitects.com ADVISOR Silvana Finizio sfinizio@carouselindustries.com ADVISOR & BYLAWS Annette Murray, CPA amurray@wgcpas.com

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PEOPLE ON THE MOVE Together with Shiroff raise money for donation

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Wolf and Hemo of WCRE visit the CARES Institute

Regal Bank appoints Fanslau vice president

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H E R RY H I L L , N J — A pair of South Jersey business owners showed that the health and well-being of the most vulnerable among us is one of their top priorities. Delivering on a promise they made last month, Stu Shiroff of Lee Newman Fine Men’s Clothing and Tehen Fine Women’s Clothing and Jason Wolf of WCRE visited the CARES Institute at the UMDNJ School of Osteopathic Medicine and made a generous donation they worked together to raise. “For nearly twenty five years, the CARES Institute has been providing a lifeline and a way forward for children in South Jersey, and we are so happy to contribute to its work with this gift to the Foundation of UMDNJ,” said Shiroff, owner of the Lee Newman Shops. The Institute provides medical and social services to children who have experienced abuse and neglect. Martin A. Finkel, DO, FAAP, founder and director of the Institute, led Shiroff, Wolf, and Leor Hemo, executive vice president, WCRE, on a tour and accepted their check for

Dr. Martin Finkel of the CARES Institute, left, accepts a donation from Jason Wolf and Leor Hemo of WCRE, and Stu Shiroff of Lee Newman Brands. UMDNJ. “Nobody should have to endure what the children at the CARES Institute have experienced. As a parent and a member of the community I am proud to help further the incredible work of Dr. Finkel and his team,” said WCRE’s Wolf. Shiroff and Wolf raised the donation money by co-spon-

soring an event in May along with Caffe Aldo Labmberti to promote the Buy Camden County initiative, which encourages residents to choose local businesses. It was the first of many Buy Camden County events planned over the coming months. Future events will include other local businesses in the effort to support the CARES Institute. ■

CBRE hires industry veteran Ben Shapiro EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — CBRE announced that 28year commercial real estate veteran Ben Shapiro has joined their brokerage firm as a senior vice president. In this role, Shapiro will focus mainly Ben Shapiro on Middlesex, Somerset and Mercer counties. Previously with Grubb & Ellis, Shapiro has worked with top-name companies such as Vonage, General Electric, Carter Wallace, Marriott Corporation, MedPointe Healthcare Inc., AkzoNobel Corpo-

ration, Johnson Controls, K. Hovnanian and Lehman Brothers. Additionally, he completed a 575,000 s/f lease with United Stationers Supply Company for a regional distribution facility, and has also recently completed a 417,000 s/f lease with MAP International, a leading manufacturer of computer cabinetry. “Ben’s experience in the industry and the notable companies he has worked with make him an excellent addition to our team,” said Jeff Hipschman, senior managing director, and head of New Jersey operations at CBRE. “Ben is a proven leader and has handled some very significant transactions in his

career, and we believe he will serve as an example for the CBRE team.” “I’m very excited to have the opportunity to join the CBRE team,” said Shapiro. “I’m confident that given the team that has been assembled, and the platform and tools that are available to work with, that I will be able to add value to my clients and CBRE.” Throughout his career, Shapiro has achieved numerous industry honors, including being named to the Grubb & Ellis Presidents Council and Circle of Excellence. He has also won the Mack-Cali “Deal of the Year” award and has been recognized as a CoStar Power Broker. ■

WRRI earns Excellence in Collaboration Award MORRIS PLAINS, NJ — Weichert Relocation Resources Inc. (WRRI) has won the award for Excellence in Collaboration at the 2012 SYNERGY Conference in Scottsdale, AZ. Presented by Corporate United, one of the nation’s largest group purchasing organizations, this award

recognizes the supplier that consistently demonstrates innovation to improve the quality of service and total cost of ownership for Corporate United’s members. WRRI earned this distinction for its consultative, collaborative approach to partnering with Corporate United

and its member companies. WRRI has served as the preferred relocation and assignment management services provider to Corporate United since 2007 and designated a service team dedicated exclusively to Corporate United and its extensive member base in 2011. ■

LIVINGSTON, NJ — Regal Bank appointed West Orange resident Carol Fanslau as vice president of operations and technology. In this role, Fanslau is responsible for managing the daily operations Carol Fanslau of the bank, while overseeing technology platforms and ensuring equipment is properly implemented and operated. Prior to assuming this role, Fanslau was the assistant vice president of operations and technology.

“I greatly appreciate the opportunity to take on more responsibility in my new role at Regal Bank,” said Fanslau. Fanslau began her 20-year banking career as a teller and customer service representative before moving into branch administration, human resources, and operations training. Fanslau actively participates in the bank’s comprehensive community involvement initiatives and volunteers at the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night Walk, several American Cancer Society fundraisers, and at the West Orange Parent Teacher Association. ■

Cushman & Wakefield promotes Adams & Pittard EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Commercial real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield, Inc., has promoted two industrial brokerage specialists to the position of senior associate. Based in the Cushman & Robert Adams Wakefield East Rutherford office, Robert Adams and

cant land tract transactions; and representation of major corporations, developers and institutional owners. FAR HILLS — More than 150 commercial real estate professionals turned out Rachel Pittard this week to support the fight for healthy babies and to honor Gualberto

Shown from left: Addy Bonet, NJ State director, March of Dimes; Medina; Carol Roberts, director of special events, March of Dimes; Robert Martie, event chair and executive vice president, Colliers International NJ. Rachel Pittard joined the firm “Gil” Medina, the company’s as associates in 2007 and 2009, New Jersey executive managrespectively. ing director during the March Adams and Pittard both are of Dimes annual Real Estate part of a six-person team that is Award Reception and Pynes recognized as one of Cushman Putting Challenge. The play& Wakefield’s most senior and offs for the Putting Challenge successful industrial groups and the event took place at the nationwide. The team focuses United States Golf Association on leasing and sales; signifi- Museum in Far Hills. ■

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Marcus & Millichap brokers the $12.9m sale of six-property MedExpress portfolio

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ITTSBURGH, PA — Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services brokered the sale of six single-tenant netleased MedExpress Urgent care healthcare centers in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The $12,986,929 sale price equates to $309 psf. Paul Fedorko, an associate in Marcus & Millichap’s Pittsburgh office, represented the seller, MedExpress Urgent Care, and the buyer, National Retail Properties Inc. Ralph Nash of Old Spruce Realty in Lewisburg, W. Va. is Marcus & Millichap’s West Virginia broker of record. “The portfolio generated a

lot of attention and interest from private and institutional investors,” says Fedorko. “The strength of the medical office and single-tenant property sectors, combined with MedExpress’s unique and attractive business model, make these assets an especially attractive choice for long-term stabilized investment.” “We exclusively marketed the portfolio on behalf of the seller, created a competitive bidding environment and closed the transaction in approximately six weeks,” adds Fedorko. The properties are: • 3516 Saw Mill Run Blvd.,

MedExpress Urgent healthcare center

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HI-LIGHTS NAI CIR negotiates $1.65m industrial transaction Librandi Plating Inc. is opening an additional location in 42,877 s/f of space it has purchased at 3990 Paxton St., Harrisburg. The space will be used for industrial plating, machining and rack manufacturing. See page 2C.

ROCK Comm’l. represents both parties in $800,000 sale Dennis and Sherry Weaver bought the 16,677 s/f ministorage site for $800,000 at 3076 Carlisle Road in Dover. ROCK Commercial Real Estate represented both the buyer and the seller in this transaction. See page 3C.

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Pittsburgh, PA - 6,000 s/f • 729 East State St., Hermitage, PA - 6,656 s/f • 1139 Baltimore St., Hanover,PA - 5,747 s/f • 3876 Route 30, Latrobe, PA • 5,786 s/f • 6396 State Highway 819 South, Mt. Pleasant, PA - 5,460 s/f • 6 3 0 F a i r m o n t Av e . , Fairmont, W. VA - 5,652 s/f All six facilities were constructed in 2011 and all have new 10-year absolutenet leases. The tenant is responsible for the roof and structures. All operating expenses, including management fees, are passed through. n

Endow Properties LLC purchased the 30,000 s/f property

RIDC announces the $2.75m sale of medical-focused comm’l. facility PITTSBURGH, PA – The Regional Industrial Development Corporation (RIDC) of Southwestern Pennsylvania announced the sale of West Hills Commons, a 30,000 s/f flex industrial building on a 3.5 acre parcel of land located in the Township of East Franklin in Armstrong County. Endow Properties, LLC has purchased the building from RIDC for $2.75 million, a deal that was finalized on March 31 of this year. The new building owner is an orthopedic surgeon who previously

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It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Bob Brasler. He was a valued and trusted; friend, mentor, client, patriot, leader, philanthropist and consummate deal maker. Steve Willems, The Management Team and the Staff NAI Keystone Commercial and Industrial, LLC We will miss you Bob. May God Bless.

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SALE - Approved over 55 Townhouse Develpment Tobyhanna, Coolbaugh Twp. Monroe County, PA

K Total of 70.882 acres at Sharbaugh Road and Hemlock Drive K Phase 1 - 48 approved townhouses for over 55 development on 14.902 acres. K Phase 2 - 55.98 acres for over 55 development or other uses. K Zoned R-2 Residential K Excellent access to RTS. 611, 80, and 380 near Mt. Airy Casino and Pocono Attractions

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PENNSYLVANIA Alderman & Sourbeer reps the buyer & seller

NAI CIR negotiates $1.65m industrial transaction

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ARRISBURG, PA — Librandi Plating Inc. is opening an additional location in 42,877 s/f of space it has purchased at 3990 Paxton St., Harrisburg. The space will be used for Daniel J. industrial Alderman plating, machining and rack manufacturing. Daniel J. Alderman and Jason Sourb e e r, b o t h of NAI CIR, represented L i b r a n d i Jason Sourbeer

3990 Paxton Street Plating and the seller in the $1,650,000 Transaction. Info-Matrix Corp., an information technology services consulting firm, is relocating into 2,400 s/f of space it has leased at 650 N. 12th St., Lemoyne. Daniel J. Alderman and Jason Sourbeer, both of NAI CIR, represented Info-Matrix and the landlord, Gunn-Mowery LLC, in the transaction

High Hotel’s Homewood Suites by Hilton earns EPA’s Energy StarŽ certification

Waddell & Reed, Inc, a financial services company, is opening an additional office in 999 s/f of office space it has leased at 3461 Market St., Camp Hill. Daniel J. Alderman of NAI CIR handled the transaction for Waddell & Reed and Nik Sgagias and Jason Sourbeer, also of NAI CIR, represented the landlord, Atrium West LLC. â–

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ROCK Comm’l. represents both parties in $800,000 sale

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ENTRAL, PA — ROCK Commercial Real Estate brokered 20,877 s/f of sold commercial real estate and 8,804 s/f of leased space in Dauphin and York Counties. Completed sales transactions: · Dennis and Sherry Weaver bought the 16,677 s/f mini-storage site for $800,000 at 3076 Carlisle Road in Dover. ROCK Commercial Real Estate represented both the buyer and the seller in this transaction. · K W Gemmill LLC bought the 4,200 s/f warehouse building for $139,500 at 85 North Belmont Street in York. ROCK Commercial Real Estate represented the seller in this transaction and LMS Commercial Real Estate represented the buyer. Completed lease transactions: · Forge Advertising leased 1,308 s/f of office space at 234 West Clarke Avenue in York. ROCK Commercial Real Estate, LLC represented both the landlord and the tenant in this transaction. · Kendra McAllister, Christina Zak and John Zak leased 3,384 s/f of industrial space at 3524 Delta Road in Airville. ROCK Commercial Real Estate, LLC represented both the landlord and the tenant in this transaction. · Buzynski Electrical Contractor, LLC leased 2,812 s/f of industrial space at 20-90 Aberdeen Road in Emigsville. ROCK Commercial Real Estate, LLC represented both the landlord and the tenant in this transaction. · Mixed Media Arts leased 1,300 s/f of retail space at 3809-3815 Paxton Street in Harrisburg. ROCK Commercial Real Estate, LLC represented both the landlord and the tenant in this transaction. In other news, ROCK Commercial Real Estate brokers 10,810 s/f of lease space in Adams and York Counties. · DCI Management leases 6,000 s/f of industrial space at 262 Church Street in Hanover, PA. ROCK Commercial Real Estate, LLC represented both the landlord and the tenant in this transaction. · Rushiarjun LLC leases 1,800 s/f of retail space at York Crossing Shopping Center in York, PA. ROCK Commercial Real Estate, LLC represented both the landlord and the tenant in this transaction. · Ramon A. Torres leases 1,700 s/f of retail storefront space at 344 West Market Street in York, PA. ROCK Commercial Real Estate, LLC represented both the landlord and the tenant in this

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EST HAZELTON, PA — Landmark Commercial announces the following transactions: Greif Packaging LLC has recently leased 66,000 s/f of warehouse space at 50 Jaycee Drive, West Hazelton. Jason Grace, CCIM, SIOR and vice president of Landmark Commercial Realty, Inc./ONCOR International negotiated the lease on behalf of the owner, 50 Jaycee Drive Associates, L.P. Karchner Warehousing and Logistics Inc. has recently leased 40,000 s/f of warehouse space at 150 Jaycee Drive, West Hazelton. Jason Grace, CCIM, SIOR and vice president of Landmark Commercial Realty, Inc./ONCOR International negotiated the lease on behalf of the owner, 150 Jaycee Drive Associates, L.P. The Bair Foundation of PA has leased approximately 6,387 s/f of office space located at 441 Friendship Road, Harrisburg. Jason Grace, CCIM, SIOR, vice president and Roy H. Brenner of Landmark Commercial Realty, Inc. represented the tenant and James W. Brady, SIOR, senior vice president, also of Landmark represented the landlord, Koskap Partners. Philhaven has leased 3,078 s/f of office space located at 2330

211 Main Street Vartan Way, Harrisburg. Thomas T. Posavec, SIOR and Roy H. Brenner of Landmark Commercial Realty, Inc. negotiated the lease on behalf of the owner, The Vartan Group. Jizhen Fan, a licensed massage therapist, has leased 1,370 s/f of commercial space in the Hartzdale Plaza located at 3300 Hartzdale Drive, Camp Hill. James W. Brady, SIOR, senior vice president of Landmark Commercial Realty, Inc./ONCOR International represented the owners, Koskap in this transaction. Next Era Enterprises has leased 1,337 s/f of office space located at 2330 Vartan Way, Harrisburg. Thomas T. Posavec, SIOR and Roy H. Brenner of Landmark Commercial Realty, Inc. negotiated the lease on

behalf of the owner, The Vartan Group. Sunny Hill Mobile Home Park Corp. has purchased a $355,000, 50 pad mobile home community located at 192 Dolphin Lane, Greensburg. Chuck Heller, associate broker and Drew Bobincheck, CCIM of Landmark Commercial Realty, Inc./ONCOR International negotiated the transaction on behalf of the seller, Katherine Ross, Inc and the buyer. Maria E. Carbajal has purchased a bank owned apartment building for $237,000 at 211 Main Street, York Springs. Chuck Heller, associate broker and Drew Bobincheck, CCIM, of Landmark Commercial Realty, Inc./ONCOR International and Corey Stultz of AGI Real Estate Services negotiated the transaction. ■

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EST CHESTER, PA — Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services announced the sale of The Greentree Building: a 64unit apartment building that includes 17,500 s/f of street level retail located at the corner of High and Gay Streets in West Chester, according to Spencer Yablon, regional manager of the firm’s Philadelphia office. Mark Thomson and Zachary Pierce, multifamily investment specialists in collaboration with Matthew Gorman and Michael Shover, retail investment specialists of Marcus & Millichap’s Philadelphia office facilitated The Greentree Building the transaction for both parties. This marks the second stone Communities has closed first being the 32-apartment West Chester deal that buyer with Mark Thomson and units of Northwyn Court. The asset commanded a David Della Porta of Corner- Zachary Pierce this year, the

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Wellar, each associate vice president investments in Marcus & Millichap’s Philadelphia office, had the exclusive listing to market the property on behalf of the seller, a limited liability company. The buyer, a private investor, was also secured and represented by Lonberger and Wellar. Lexington Village Apartments is located at 1-75 Agostina Drive. “The property had an excellent unit mix, with all units being two bedrooms with garages,” according to Lonberger. “The property also consisted of 4.8 acres of land where additional apartments could be developed,” noted Wellar. “It is our belief that the buyer intends to develop that land at the appropriate time,” he added. ■

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Cambridge-Lee Industries manufacturing facility their Mexican parent company, Cambridge-Lee Industries received help from County Commissioner Christian Leinbach. Commissioner Leinbach used this project to launch a new expedited approval process called the Joint Express Approval Program, or JEAP. The process works in Berks County in conjunction with the Berks Economic Partnership and corresponding participating jurisdictions. It has proven to be a vital process for the success of Cambridge-Lee Industries. “This expansion has represented a productive partnership among economic development programs to help us create

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ORSHAM, PA — Boyle Construction, Inc. concluded construction on new headquarters for the Delaware Valley Municipal Management Association (DVMMA) in Horsham. This project renovated an existing 36,000 s/f one story office building and added a new entry way to allow natural light to penetrate the office space. The original building was completely gutted and renovated to fit the needs of the growing association. The new headquarters will be used primarily for office space for 24 offices and 42 open work station cubicles. A reception area, conference rooms and a Board room were designed to utilize the latest technology and work place efficiencies. DVMMA will also hold their training seminars in the facility for their extensive membership organization. The training facility includes two rooms, one is a smaller technology based room for up to 16 people, and the other presentation based room will hold

Boyle Const. breaks ground on 12,000 s/f LEHIGH VALLEY, PA — Boyle Construction is managing the construction for Lehigh County’s first detoxification center which broke ground last week. The 12,000 s/f facility will contain a total of 31 beds for residents some

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Boyle Construction begins 6,000 s/f warehouse addition Delaware Valley Municipal Management Association Headquarters up to 120 people. A catering kitchen was built to serve the training rooms as well as a staff lounge and kitchen

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EASTERN PA Laubach completes $170,000 medical office sale

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Weiss of Hawley Realty inks $675,000 industrial sale

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ETHLEHEM, PA — Paul Weiss recently sold a 7,200+ s/f airconditioned industrial facility located near the Sands Casino exit of I-78 at 1 0 7 5 Wi n Drive. OthPaul Weiss er businesses near this property include: Just Born Candy Corp., Keystone Fabricating, and East Penn C a r r i e r Jarrett Laubach Corp. The building will now be used for a laboratory use. The selling price was: $675,000.00 Jarrett Laubach, an associate broker with Hawley Realty Inc. recently sold a medical office condo unit at: 2299 Brodhead Rd., Beth-

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ness Center, and Westgate Transportation. The building is located within the Lehigh Valley Industrial Park V, off of Rt. 512. The selling price was $170,000. ■

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA — Represented by CBRE, Inc. (CBRE), NextDocs Corporation (NextDocs), the global leader in SharePoint-based compliance solutions to life sciences organizaScott Miller tions, announces it has relocated its corporate headquarters to a 30,000 s/f space in Six Tower Bridge at 181 Washington Street, Conshohocken. CBRE’s Senior Vice President Scott Miller and his team represented NextDocs.

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EASTERN PA Mickens of CBC Pennco facilitates 1,100 s/f retail lease

Adams reps both in 25,752 s/f lease renewal

Coldwell Banker Commercial Pennco arranges $187,600 sale

Haines of NAI Summit completes $120,000 sale

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AST STROUDSBURG, PA — S p i r o s B i l i anis, broker/owner of Coldwell Banker Commercial Pennco Real Estate based in Stroudsburg, has recently arranged the $187,600 Sale of Lot # 6 Foxmoor Drive, East Stroudsburg. The 3,000 +/- s/f office/retail property is an architecturally unique professional office complex with ample on-site paved parking in Marshalls Creek across from Pocono Square Mall at traffic light. Great location and setup for Medical, Insurance and professional offices. Former drive through can be enclosed adding additional finished square footage to the building. Spiros Bilianis represented the seller, Summer Glen Partners LLP in the sales transaction. The buyer, James & Kathryn Barchiesi were represented by Weichert Acclaim. STROUDSBURG, PA — Te-

Route 309 Lot # 6 Foxmoor Drive resa Mickens, CCIM of Coldwell Professional Hearing Solutions, Banker Commercial Pennco Real LLC. Teresa Mickens, CCIM Estate based in Stroudsburg, facilitated this transaction on has recently arranged the 1,100 both sides. Professional Hearing Solus/f Lease for $1100 per month for 5 years located at Stroud Com- tions, LLC will be joining Meimons Plaza, Suite 12, 7400 Rte. neke Muffler, Youngs Medical Supply, TCYB, Crystal Vision, 611, Stroudsburg. The retail space consisting and Retina Care to name a of 1,100 s/f will be occupied by few. ■

PernaFrederick Comm’l. Real Estate brokers two office leases totalling 13,220 s/f PHILADELPHIA, PA — Representing ADR North American L.P., the owner of 121 South Broad Street, PernaFrederick Commercial Real Estate has negotiated two office lease agreements for approximately 13,240 s/f of space having a combined aggregate rental exceeding $1.1 million. In the first agreement, Joe Viturello, a senior associate at PernaFrederick, represented the building owner and Stephen Perna, a principal of the real estate firm, represented the law firm of Pasquarella, Kunnel & Pomo and Paul Kahn, P.C., in its relocation from 230 South Broad Street to approximately 6,610 s/f on the 18th floor of 121 South Broad. In the second transaction, Viturello represented the building owner in the extension of a lease for 6,610 s/f occupied by Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia Co., the sports licensing division of Adidas Group, LLC, known for its authentic throwback jerseys and jackets, as well as other nostalgic athletic apparel. Thomas Weitzel, a broker with Jones Lang LaSalle, cooperated with PernaFrederick and represented Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia in negotiating the renewal for the entire 4th floor of the 21-story building. ■

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SCHNECKSVILLE, PA — Jay Haines of NAI Summit recently represented both the buyer and seller in a land sale of approximately a half acre along Route 309 in Schnecksville. The sale price Jay Haines of the transaction was $120,000.00. The buyer, Ashley Motors, Inc., recently relocated from Hellertown, PA t o t h e Michael Adams new site in Schnecksville for continued use as a used car lot. Ashley Motors has been in business for 35 years. ALLENTOWN, PA — Michael Adams of NAI Summit recently leased over 50,000 s/f in four separate transactions throughout the Lehigh Valley. In the first transaction, Adams represented both the tenant and building owner in a 5-year lease renewal of 25,752 s/f of warehouse space at 7036 Snowdrift Road in

Allentown, PA. The tenant is Praxair Distribution, Inc., the distribution arm of Praxair. For more information, visit www.praxair.com. The building owner is Denholtz Associates. Denholtz, a commercial and industrial development company, is based in New Jersey. In the second transaction, Adams represented the building owner, Denholtz Associates, in a lease for 9,600 s/f of warehouse space at 969 Postal Road in Allentown, PA. The tenant is Level 3 Communications, Inc., an international communications company. In the third transaction, Adams represented both the tenant and building owner in a lease for 2,000 s/f of office space at 1301 W. Gordon Street in Allentown, PA. The tenant, Our Little Einsteins, is a daycare facility. The owner is Boas Surgical Center. In the fourth transaction, Adams represented both the tenant and building owner in a lease for 14,242 s/f of warehouse space at 3000 Emrick Blvd., in Bethlehem, PA. The tenant is the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. The LCB intends to use the building for distribution to commercial customers. ■

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O B Y H A N N A , PA — PPL has presented the Pocono Mountains Economic Development Corporation (PMEDC) with a $10,000 grant supporting economic development marketing in 2011. The PPL Blue Ribbon Marketing Partnership Program allows local economic development organizations to submit proposals for funding each year and PMEDC was awarded funding for three separate projects. Paul Canevari, Regional Community Relations Director for PPL commented, “We have had a longstanding partnership with PMEDC and have supported many of their marketing projects in the past. We always see creative ideas with an innovative approach and are pleased to be able to contribute once again to their success.� One of the projects was the creation of a Report Builder module on the PMEDC website. It is designed to make it easier for real estate brokers, developers and site selection professionals to prepare dossiers about specific properties in Monroe County’s available commercial industrial property inventory, along with demographic data, workforce information and financing resources. PMEDC plans to use the feature at trade shows and events, though qualified professionals will also be able to access the feature from their desktops. “In this highly competitive business, it is important that we remain leading edge with our online tools,� said PMEDC Executive Director Chuck Leonard. “Throughout the years, the generous support of PPL’s Blue Ribbon Grant program has enabled us to do that.� The grant also supported the re-design and update of our Community Data Sheets which are used to promote the county online, at events and in response to prospects. The four documents: Demographics, Quality of Life, Workforce & Education, Location & Transportation have been updated using 2010 Census data. They can be found on

Pictured Left: Paul Canevari, regional community relations director for PPL Electric Utilities; presents a Blue Ribbon Marketing Grant to Chuck Leonard, executive director of Pocono Mountains Economic Development Corporation (PMEDC).

PMEDC’s website available for download. The final project was created as a follow-up to a project funded in 2010 by PPL, which was the development of a mobile version of PMEDC’s website for all smartphone and tablet computer users. A postcard campaign promoting the development of this new technology was instituted in order to direct more smartphone device users to the mobile site. The success of this campaign is being tracked by using QR codes and visitors are incentivized to register by being entered

into a prize drawing. PMEDC has contracted with Michael Beckenbach & Associates, a Stroudsburg-area public relations and marketing company, to develop and track the success of these projects. The Pocono Mountains Economic Development Corporation is a non-profit economic development corporation, dedicated to creating jobs for Monroe County residents, expanding the county’s tax base, and attracting new investment with the direct support of the Monroe County Commissioners. â–

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2012 LEHIGH VALLEY BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT TINA KISELA SCSM, SCMD PAST PRESIDENT TRACY YADUSH, RPA NAI SUMMIT PRESIDENT ELECT MAUREEN O’MEARA HAMPSON MOWRER KREITZ INSURANCE (HMK) SECRETARY CATHERINE (KATE) DURSO FITZPATRICK LENTZ & BUBBA, P.C. TREASURER CYNTHIA MERRITT, CPA BUCKNO LISICKY & COMPANY

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REW Lehigh Valley kicked off the summer season with networking lunches in Bethlehem and Allentown. About two dozen members and prospective members enjoyed sharing lunchtime conversation in an unstructured setting on June 27th. Pictures here were taken at Sangria, a trendy Allentown restaurant at 9th and

Hamilton streets that features American continental cuisine. Events throughout the summer include a winetasting on July 19th at Vyncrest Winery in Breinigsville, PA. While members sip a variety of selections, Michael Stershic, the president of Discover Lehigh Valley, the region’s tourism bureau will present a talk on the Economic Impact of the

Lehigh Valley Wine Trail. Networking continues on August 7 with Coffee and CREW Wegman’s Bethlehem. Members and prospective members will enjoy their favorite morning beverages from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. The summer schedule wraps up on August 14 with an update on the City of Easton presented from a very special platform ---the Josiah White

canal boat! As CREW members and guests float along the canal enjoying wine and appetizers, Easton’s Mayor Sal Panto will share news about upcoming projects. The program begins at 5:15 p.m. at Easton’s Hugh Moore Park. Information on all programming can be found at the event page of www.crewlehighvalley. org. ■

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY PAM MORRIS LIBERTY PROPERTY TRUST

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DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE CHRISTA DUELBERGKRAFTICIAN, AIA SPILLMAN FARMER ARCHITECTS JESSICA GENTILE NORTH STAR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, INC. POLARIS PROPERTIES, INC. 2012 COMMITTEE CHAIRS

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Karen Hoff (left), with Buckno, Lisicky & Company enjoyed her first CREW event with Marie McConnell (center), an associate with the law firm of Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. and banker Patricia Stump, with Team Capital Bank.

PROGRAMS COMMITTEE PAM MORRIS LIBERTY PROPERTY TRUST MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE KAREN COONEY DUERHOLZ BOYLE CONSTRUCTION INC. COMMUNITY SERVICE JODY KING, CCIM CBRE, INC PUBLICITY COMMITTEE ELIZABETH “MOLLY’ GRAVER, ESQ. PLUNKETT & GRAVER, P.C.

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PROJECT NEWS From the Association of Energy Engineers

Principal Colucci of Precis Engineering earns CEM

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MBLER, PA – Precis Engineering, Inc. principal Sam Colucci, PE, LEED AP BD+C, has earned the Certified E n e r g y ManagerŽ (CEMŽ) qualificaSam Colucci tion from the Association of Energy Engineers. Colucci met educational, experience, and rigorous testing requirements needed for the designation. “Sam’s ongoing commitment to energy and sustainability in engineering design is evidenced by the CEM

qualification,� said Precis Principal Robert Dick, PE. “Sam has a long history of finding customized energy solutions for every client.� Established in 1981 by the Association of Energy Engineers, the Certified Energy Manager credential provides an internationally recognized affirmation of demonstrated competencies in energy-related principles and practices. In order to meet the designation, Colucci met a boardapproved list of pre-qualifications of field experience, educational achievements, and a passing score on the CEM exam. Colucci joined the Precis Engineering staff in 2012,

bringing over 20 years of engineering management and team leadership to the firm. His background includes sustainable mechanical systems design for research and development biological and chemical laboratories; oral solid dosage manufacturing, potent compound manufacturing, and active pharmaceutical ingredient processing; aseptic and biotech facilities; and central plant utility design. He previously led an energy services group, for which energy conservation projects offered clients an average payback of under four years, reduced carbon emissions, and saved over $10 million/ year. â–

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Frantz appointed chairman of the MBA Education Committee Pittsburgh, PA – The Master Builders’ Association Board of Directors are pleased to announce the apJames Frantz pointment

of James Frantz to the position of Chairman of the MBA Education Committee. Frantz is president of TEDCO Construction Corporation, a commercial construction company based in Carnegie, PA. “Jim is an excellent candidate to serve as the Chair of the Education Committee,�

said Jack Ramage, Executive Director of the Master Builders’ Association. “His knowledge of the construction industry and his participation on the Associated General Contractors of America’s Education Committee will be beneficial to the MBA membership.â€? â–

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chanan and principal Daniel Russoniello in the leadership of the West Chester-based practice. “Michele is an extraordinary manager of complex residential projects,� said Peter Archer, AIA. “The finesse and detail that she brings to the coordination of schedules, budgets and consultants is remarkable.� In her new role as principal, Thackrah she will look to advance her efforts in the restaurant design field while managing responsibilities in

the residential practice and continuing to work closely with clients. Currently, she is working on new residences in Lower Merion and Villanova and on an addition to a home in Malvern. Thackrah has significant experience in residential architecture, having designed homes and additions in urban and rural locations. “Michele has an appreciation of Philadelphia’s historic suburbs and surroundings,â€? said Richard Buchanan, AIA. â–

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PEOPLE ON THE MOVE Employees participate in “Jeans Day for a Cause”

Reiff to lead office services

NAI Summit hires Smith as a commercial real estate agent

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L L E N T O W N , PA — NAI Summit announces the hiring of Chris Ann Smith as a commercial real estate agent. P r i o r to joining NAI Summit, Smith gained exten- Chris Ann Smith sive leasing experience working for DeSouza Brown, a Philadelphia-based real estate investment company. Smith is also owner of Crane Properties, a successful local real estate company specializing in reha-

bilitation and adaptive re-use of blighted properties with a focus on downtown revitalization. Smith presently serves on the Borough of Catasauqua’s Planning Commission, is a board member on LVEDC’s Lehigh Valley Land Recycling Initiative, and serves as secretary for both the Catasauqua Main Streets Council and the Rising Tide Loan Fund of the Community Action Committee of the Lehigh Valley. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Cedar Crest College in Allentown, PA. Smith currently resides in Catasauqua, PA.

ALLENTOWN, PA — NAI Summit employees recently held a “Jeans Day for a Cause” fundraiser in which employees donated money to wear jeans for the day. The money was then donated to Camp Papillon. Camp Papillon is a nonprofit, no-kill animal rescue group located in Stroudsburg, PA. Each year hundreds of animals are placed in their forever homes by Camp Papillon. For more information, visit www. camppapillon.org. NAI Summit holds a Jeans Day once a month and donates the monies raised to various causes and charities. ■

Managing director Breiner of Eastern Union Commercial to lead new Philadelphia office PHILADELPHIA, PA –The privately owned Eastern Union Commercial mortgage company has expanded its Northeastern presence by opening an office at 100 South Broad Street in the heart of downtown Philadelphia. Eli Breiner, a managing director with Eastern Union, will lead the new office. Breiner, one of the firm’s highest-producing brokers in New Jersey, has recently arranged financing for a number of prominent real estate owners in the Philadelphia area. He possesses an extensive network of contacts with bankers and investors across the Northeast. Originally from Connecticut, Breiner has worked closely with numerous lenders in that state, including People’s United Bank. As a senior broker in Eastern Union’s New Jersey office, he worked with

Downtown Philadelphia Investors Bank and other banks and investors. In Philadelphia, Breiner said, he will focus on kindling fresh relationships between these institutional contacts and real estate borrowers. “Under Eli Breiner’s leadership, Eastern Union will play a major role in serving the financing needs of the Philadelphia real estate community,” says Ira Zlotowitz, president of Eastern Union Commercial. “Borrowers here

are eager for financing alternatives, and Eli and his team know precisely how to meet borrowers’ needs.” In recent months, Breiner has closed loans valued at more than $62 million, including those for multi-family, mixed-use and medical office properties. Breiner arranges financing for transactions of $1 million and above, with the average loan totaling about $10 million. “Bankers and lenders from outside the area will be pleasantly surprised by opportunities available to them in Philadelphia,” says Breiner. “We are excited to be setting up operations on Broad Street, because we know investors and developers in Philadelphia will soon reap the benefit of valuable, new lending relationships we will deliver through our wide constellation of trusted bankers.” ■

Calvanese joins CBRE as the VP of the Philadelphia office PHILADELPHIA, PA — Adriano Calvanese has joined CBRE Group, Inc. (CBRE) as Vice President in our Philadelphia, Pennsylvania office. Adriano has over 13 years of exAdriano perience in Calvanese commercial real estate and will be concentrating on office advisory and multi-market corporate accounts. “We are extremely pleased

to welcome Adriano Calvanese to CBRE. His work ethic, enthusiasm and business development skills will help to expand and fortify our services to our clients,” said Bob Walters, Executive Managing Director of CBRE’s six Greater Philadelphia regional offices. Prior to joining CBRE, Adriano was the Broker of Record for Lincoln Property Company in Pennsylvania. He was responsible for their commercial operations in the Philadelphia Tri-State Region which included acquisitions, development, leasing

and property management. During that period he completed significant real estate transactions with clients including: Rowan University and The South Jersey Technology Campus, Broadview Networks, Paetec (now Windstream), UBS Realty Advisors, Keystone Property Group, Berkadia, OPERS, Markem-Imaje Corporation and more. A graduate of LaSalle University, Adriano is a licensed real estate professional in Pennsylvania and a member of the Tri-State Association of Realtors. ■

PHILADELPHIA, PA– Blair A. Gilbert, SIOR, senior vice president of Keystone Partners Group’s KW Commercial Real Estate Division announces that Benjamin L. Reiff, has been named Benjamin L. Reiff director in the KW Commercial office in Philadelphia, PA. Reiff will be responsible for building and leading the growth of KW Commercial in the Philadelphia metropolitan marketplace. Reiff was previously affiliated with Grubb & Ellis where he served as vice president, Transaction Services in the Philadelphia office. He has successfully negotiated lease transactions for IBM, GMAC Mortgage, the PA Institute of CPAs, Verizon, LandAmerica Financial Group, Accenture, Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse and many other Fortune 500 companies. In his career Reiff has represented a variety of office building owners including Commonwealth REIT, Wellsford Capital Properties LLC, Archon

Group, Keating Development Corporation and others. Prior to joining Grubb & Ellis Company, he was with Colliers Lanard & Axilbund. Reiff holds a Bachelors of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania, is a member of the National Association of Realtors, TriState Realtors Commercial Alliance and the International Council of Shopping Centers. He is a resident of Philadelphia and is involved in the FrenchAmerican Chamber of Commerce. “The addition of Ben to our senior staff is a natural progression in the growth of our commercial real estate business,” said Gilbert. “Nationally, our almost 80,000 residential agents continually encounter clients that are not only business executives and owners of commercial real estate but homeowners as well – all looking for stable investment opportunities with an increasing return. We’re continuing to expand and serve this need for our clients. Ben’s previous successes provide a superior platform for him to lead this group,” Gilbert continued. ■

Associate Hingson of Colliers Int’l. | Pittsburgh earns MRED PITTSBURGH, PA — Colliers International | Pittsburgh announces Luke Hingson, associate at Colliers International | Pittsburgh, has earned a Master of Real Estate Development Luke Hingson (MRED) degree from Georgetown University, where he completed his thesis on Public and Private Partnerships and their impact on urban redevelopment. “Luke’s sabbatical at Georgetown represents two important achievements for our firm; Luke accelerated his success in the industry, and our clients are in a better position to grow their investment portfolios through Luke’s new contacts and educational experience,” said Gregg Broujos, managing director and founding principal at Colliers International Pittsburgh. Luke is a specialist in in-

vestment brokerage services, responsible for assisting with the acquisition and disposition of investment properties for both institutional and private clients. Prior to joining Colliers International | Pittsburgh, Luke worked as an Associate with NAI Pittsburgh Commercial. Before that, he worked as an intern in the Finance department for the Fortune 500 Company, Bombardier Transportation. He also has past experience working for a marketing solutions company as a sales representative. Luke is a native of Moon Township, Pennsylvania and a licensed real estate salesperson in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He brings vast experience to the commercial real estate industry with a focus on investment property sales. His responsibilities include assisting Colliers International | Pittsburgh expand its services to various organizations and institutions throughout the Greater Pittsburgh region. ■

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