Real Estate Blog
Former mayors John Cranley and Charlie Luken blast back at railway sale opponents
Former Cincinnati Mayor John Cranley excoriated opponents of the proposed $1.6 billion sale of the Cincinnati Southern Railway at a news conference Oct. 31, while former Mayor Charlie Luken warned this would be city voters’ only chance to sell.
The top-ranked private high schools in Greater Washington for 2023
The D.C. area’s private high schools have long been mantles of pedigree and privilege.
Some have been around for more than two centuries, building impressive lists of alumni and burnishing their reputations. Others are much newer, trading stuffy hallways for sleek new buildings and a chance to set a new standard.
We already put a spotlight on what U.S. News & World Report ranked as Greater Washington’s top-ranked public high schools. But scores of D.C.-area families enroll their children…
Here’s how much you need to make to afford a home in Greater Baltimore’s most expensive ZIPs
The housing market has cooled off nationally in 2023, but how has that affected prices in the most expensive local ZIP codes?
Cut through the noise: Is your business eligible for Portland’s new tax breaks?
A number of clients of my law firm, Tonkon Torp LLP, have asked about the recently-announced city of Portland business license tax break for signing a downtown Portland lease and about the Enterprise Zone tax exemption for downtown Portland. Although not a substitute for legal or tax advice, the information below will familiarize you with the basic requirements for these programs and highlight threshold items you should consider before reaching out to your trusted advisers for more detailed guidance.…
Phoenix roofing supply company sees rapid growth with bank’s resources
Much like building a house one brick at a time, building a business starts with a single brick. In 2013, Sarah Weiss, her father Brian Torry, and Greg Russell observed the industry-wide consolidation in the roofing distribution sector. The three business partners recognized an opportunity to return to the basics and focus on the power of relationships. This vision led them to establish Elite Roofing Supply – an independent distributor of roofing materials catering to the commercial and residential…
Aegis Living CEO linked to California beachfront estate listed for $63M
The Carpinteria property is part of a beachfront enclave popular among Hollywood's elite.
Biotech company led by former Seagen CEO picks Eastside city for new HQ
The move follows the publicly traded company's just-completed merger with Morphimmune, a formerly Indiana-based company.
A new era for BE&K Building Group: Headquarters transitions to North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park
BE&K Building Group (BE&K), a renowned name in the construction industry, marks yet another milestone as it has transitioned its headquarters from its regional office in Greenville, South Carolina, to its recently relocated regional office in the heart of North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park area.
Offering an extensive range of design-build, preconstruction, and construction management services nationwide, the company has a strong legacy extending more than 55 years and has maintained a full-service…
DMV construction company breathes new life into historic downtown Frederick, Maryland, building
Built in the year 1900, the original carriage house building located at 46 S. Market Street in Frederick, Maryland, has been vacant since the great flood of 1976 that brought in a devastating 7.27 inches of rain. Sitting inactive for 43 years, the location finally had new life breathed into it with the start of construction in 2019. As downtown Frederick, Maryland, and the vein of the community Carroll Creek has grown, this building is an exciting new development for the community and visitors alike.
The…
Hub+Weber announces comprehensive diversity and inclusion initiative
In a significant move towards fostering diversity and inclusion within the architecture profession, Hub+Weber has unveiled a comprehensive commitment aimed at addressing racial inequality and promoting diversity. The firm has made it clear they condemn racism in all forms and stand in solidarity with the BIPOC and all communities in their fight for justice and equality. Hub+Weber Principal Jim Guthrie is advocating for these principles to be integrated into policies, practices and decision-making…