Berger Commercial Realty/CORFAC International, a regional, full service commercial real estate firm based in South Florida, recently announced its membership in CORFAC International, a global network of independently-owned entrepreneurial commercial real estate brokerage firms that partner to deliver quality and experienced service locally, nationally and internationally.
“Our extensive knowledge and experience in the South Florida market has allowed us to serve our clients well,” said Berger Commercial Realty/CORFAC International President Lloyd Berger. “With CORFAC, we have the opportunity to broaden our horizons and further expand our client base.”
Established in 1989, CORFAC currently has affiliates in 48 U.S. markets, four Canadian markets and 26 international markets including Colombia, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Romania, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
“Membership in CORFAC International is by invitation only, so when we look for an affiliate for a particular market, we select firms that are recognized in the area for their expertise and best practices,” said CORFAC International Executive Director Jonathan Salk. “Berger Commercial Realty was an ideal candidate due to its client-centric approach and customized real estate solutions, which have resulted in lasting client-broker relationships and repeat business. This methodology sets a precedent from which other CORFAC members can learn.”
Alongside joining CORFAC International, Berger Commercial Realty/CORFAC International is celebrating its 20th anniversary, having served a diverse array of clients throughout South Florida since 1998.
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Fort Lauderdale’s SOLO District (South of Las Olas) is undergoing a transformation to keep up with the fast growing pace of new residents and businesses. Demolition of Fort Lauderdale’s Justice Building will begin February 2017 to make way for the new 550 Building.
The 30,734 square feet Justice Building was built in 1982 and has been home to some of Broward County’s top law firms for the past 35 years. The building sits on the NE corner of Andrews Ave and SE 6th St., adjacent to the new Broward County Courthouse, in the highest pedestrian traffic areas in Broward County.
The 550 Building will be the Fort Lauderdale’s SOLO District’s newest office building since 1989. The new 86,367 square feet, 7-story, Class A building will feature 6 floors of office space and 7,500 square feet of ground floor restaurant and retail space. The property will also feature a new 663-space attached parking garage with “The SOLO Shoppes“ on the ground floor, which will be comprised of an additional 14,000 square feet of restaurant/retail opportunity.
Pre-leasing has already begun for all components and occupancy is scheduled for the Spring of 2018.
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Florida Gov. Rick Scott told Realtors® in Orlando that he again included an issue close to members’ hearts – a reduction in the state’s business rent tax – as part of his proposed 2017 budget that he’ll send to the Florida Legislature for consideration.
Scott announced his tax cuts statewide in a two-day tour, with one of the five stops at Florida Realtors® Mid-Winter Meetings going on last week in Orlando. Scott made the announcement during the Florida Real Estate Trends 2017 conference.
“We’re honored that Gov. Rick Scott made time to update Florida’s Realtors on his proposed budget,” says 2017 Florida Realtors President Maria Wells, broker-owner with Lifestyle Realty Group in Stuart. “Realtors across the state stand ready to work with the governor to advocate for a cut in Florida’s onerous business rent tax.
“Florida is the only state that has a tax on commercial leases. It’s unfair to our small businesses, and it makes it more difficult to attract new business and industry to the Sunshine State. It also causes an additional burden if an existing Florida business hopes to invest more or expand, which in turn creates new opportunities for families in their communities.”
Gov. Scott called his trip around the state his “Fighting for Florida’s Future” Tax Cut Tour. Overall, he proposed $618 million in tax cuts to help Florida families and small businesses. Of those tax cuts, he earmarked $454 million – 73 percent – to reduce the business rent tax.
If enacted, the proposal would reduce a business’ rent tax by 25 percent in 2018.
“We are fighting to secure a bright future for Florida, and cutting taxes will help make our state the top location for job creators to invest in for generations to come,” Scott said. “I made a promise to keep fighting for jobs until my very last day as governor, and I ask the (Florida) Legislature to join me in fighting for the future of our students, our small businesses, our veterans and our families by cutting $618 million in taxes this year.”
Scott will send his final budget proposal to the Florida Legislature, which will consider his recommendations during the session that convenes on March 7, 2017.
In addition to the business lease tax deduction, Scott proposed the following tax cuts:
Four sales tax holidays that would save Floridians an estimated $98 million this year: $72 million during a 10-day back-to-school sales tax holiday; $7 million from a nine-day disaster preparedness sales tax holiday; $18.4 million from a three-day veteran’s sales tax holiday; and $500,000 from a one-day camping and fishing sales tax holiday.
A sales tax holiday on textbooks for the 2017-2018 academic year that would provide students an estimated $48 million savings.
An increase in the corporate tax exemption from $50,000 to $75,000. If enacted, Scott estimates that 22.5 percent of businesses that currently pay state income taxes won’t have to do so. The exemption was increased from $5,000 to $25,000 in 2011 and $50,000 in 2012.
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It is with deepest sympathy that we learned of the passing of our good friend and colleague Robert H. McCullough on Monday, January 23rd after a prolonged illness.
Robert had more than 24 years of experience in the South Florida commercial real estate industry, with an extensive background specializing in professional office as well as industrial product, with proven expertise in medical product as well. His primary focus was landlord/seller agency representation, but had enjoyed success with select buyer and tenant representation clients.
Robert had completed well over two million square feet of new and existing commercial lease and sale transactions, valued at over a quarter billion dollars.
He served as Managing Director with Newmark Grubb Knight Frank (NGKF) since 2008.
Prior to joining NGKF, Robert represented landlords and tenants at Property Trust Realty, Inc., which was purchased by Codina Realty Services. Flagler Real Estate Services later purchased Codina Realty and, during his tenure there, he was awarded Broker of the Year 2000, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
The family requested that donations be made in Robert’s name to:
Berean Christian School
8350 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33411
or
Church in the Palms
3812 Jog Road, Greenacres, FL 33467
Please keep Robert and his family in your prayers as we mourn the loss of this special man.
00SFOBA STAFFhttps://dev.sfoba.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/SFOBA-logo-sharpened-transparent.pngSFOBA STAFF2017-01-29 17:57:082017-01-29 17:57:08Remembering Industry Veteran Robert H. McCullough
Crocker Partners LLC announced that Angelo Bianco has assumed the role of Managing Partner for the real estate investment and development firm. Bianco, a partner and senior executive with Crocker organizations since 2001, takes the helm of a company with a $2 billion portfolio of 8.6 million sq. ft. of Class A office and mixed-use properties in the southeast U.S.
Founding Partner Tom Crocker said, “Angelo has played a lead role in Crocker Partners’ growth and success, building a solid foundation for the future. Along with real estate expertise, he brings the vision and creativity to make the most of our opportunities.”
He noted that in addition to being a significant office landlord in markets including Miami,Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Orlando, and Jacksonville, FL, and Atlanta, the company has several active development projects. While Bianco guides day-to- day operations, Crocker will continue to be active in the company’s strategic direction and investment decisions.
“Over the past 30 years, Tom created one of the foremost commercial real estate companies in the southeastern U.S.,” said Bianco. “I’ll be building on that legacy, and am thankful Tom will continue in his strategic planning and advisory roles, which have been critical to our success.”
Most recently, Bianco managed Crocker Partners’ capital markets activities and investor relations, and directed operations in Florida and Texas, including acquisition and development opportunities, asset management, property management and leasing functions. He joined the Crocker organization in 2001 as Senior Vice President at CRT Properties, Inc., responsible for acquisition of properties totaling 2.1 million sq. ft. and for managing the company’s Florida assets, comprised of ten office centers with 77 buildings.
Previously, Bianco was counsel for Tishman Speyer Properties concentrating on the redevelopment of Rockefeller Center in New York City. He began his career as a real estate attorney with Bachner, Tally, Polevoy & Mishner and subsequently became a partner at Anderson Kill & Olick, P.C., a New York-based law firm where he specialized in real estate. Bianco was admitted to the State Bar of New York in 1994.
He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the George Washington University.
Laureen Hunter of Touchstone Webb Realty Company represented the seller, Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida, Inc., in the sale of 4701 NW 33rd Avenue inOakland Park.
Jeff Holding and A.J.Belt of Cushman & Wakefield of Florida, Inc., represented the buyer, CB & TL, LLC, in the purchase of the 20,594-square-foot, two-story office building for $3,440,000.
The deal closed December 9.
Touchstone Webb was also tapped in August to secure a new 15,000 to 20,000-square-foot combined office, to be located in southern Palm Beach County, and to locate two new Girl Scout retail stores to serve the organization’s members in the Oakland Park and Jupiter markets.
00SFOBA STAFFhttps://dev.sfoba.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/SFOBA-logo-sharpened-transparent.pngSFOBA STAFF2017-01-02 21:15:562017-01-02 21:15:56Touchstone Webb’s Laureen Hunter Negotiates Sale Of Girl Scout’s Office Building
Berger Commercial Realty Joins CORFAC International
/in News/by SFOBA STAFFBerger Commercial Realty/CORFAC International, a regional, full service commercial real estate firm based in South Florida, recently announced its membership in CORFAC International, a global network of independently-owned entrepreneurial commercial real estate brokerage firms that partner to deliver quality and experienced service locally, nationally and internationally.
Established in 1989, CORFAC currently has affiliates in 48 U.S. markets, four Canadian markets and 26 international markets including Colombia, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Romania, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Alongside joining CORFAC International, Berger Commercial Realty/CORFAC International is celebrating its 20th anniversary, having served a diverse array of clients throughout South Florida since 1998.
550 Building To Be FLL’s SOLO District’s Newest Office Building
/in News/by SFOBA STAFFFort Lauderdale’s SOLO District (South of Las Olas) is undergoing a transformation to keep up with the fast growing pace of new residents and businesses. Demolition of Fort Lauderdale’s Justice Building will begin February 2017 to make way for the new 550 Building.
The 30,734 square feet Justice Building was built in 1982 and has been home to some of Broward County’s top law firms for the past 35 years. The building sits on the NE corner of Andrews Ave and SE 6th St., adjacent to the new Broward County Courthouse, in the highest pedestrian traffic areas in Broward County.
Pre-leasing has already begun for all components and occupancy is scheduled for the Spring of 2018.
Reduction In Business Rent Tax Part Of Gov. Scott’s 2017 Tax Cut Plan
/in News/by SFOBA STAFFFlorida Gov. Rick Scott told Realtors® in Orlando that he again included an issue close to members’ hearts – a reduction in the state’s business rent tax – as part of his proposed 2017 budget that he’ll send to the Florida Legislature for consideration.
Scott announced his tax cuts statewide in a two-day tour, with one of the five stops at Florida Realtors® Mid-Winter Meetings going on last week in Orlando. Scott made the announcement during the Florida Real Estate Trends 2017 conference.
Gov. Scott called his trip around the state his “Fighting for Florida’s Future” Tax Cut Tour. Overall, he proposed $618 million in tax cuts to help Florida families and small businesses. Of those tax cuts, he earmarked $454 million – 73 percent – to reduce the business rent tax.
Scott will send his final budget proposal to the Florida Legislature, which will consider his recommendations during the session that convenes on March 7, 2017.
In addition to the business lease tax deduction, Scott proposed the following tax cuts:
Source: Florida Realtors
Remembering Industry Veteran Robert H. McCullough
/in News/by SFOBA STAFFIt is with deepest sympathy that we learned of the passing of our good friend and colleague Robert H. McCullough on Monday, January 23rd after a prolonged illness.
Robert had more than 24 years of experience in the South Florida commercial real estate industry, with an extensive background specializing in professional office as well as industrial product, with proven expertise in medical product as well. His primary focus was landlord/seller agency representation, but had enjoyed success with select buyer and tenant representation clients.
Robert had completed well over two million square feet of new and existing commercial lease and sale transactions, valued at over a quarter billion dollars.
He served as Managing Director with Newmark Grubb Knight Frank (NGKF) since 2008.
Prior to joining NGKF, Robert represented landlords and tenants at Property Trust Realty, Inc., which was purchased by Codina Realty Services. Flagler Real Estate Services later purchased Codina Realty and, during his tenure there, he was awarded Broker of the Year 2000, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
The family requested that donations be made in Robert’s name to:
Berean Christian School
8350 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33411
or
Church in the Palms
3812 Jog Road, Greenacres, FL 33467
Please keep Robert and his family in your prayers as we mourn the loss of this special man.
Crocker Partners Names Managing Partner
/in News/by SFOBA STAFFCrocker Partners LLC announced that Angelo Bianco has assumed the role of Managing Partner for the real estate investment and development firm. Bianco, a partner and senior executive with Crocker organizations since 2001, takes the helm of a company with a $2 billion portfolio of 8.6 million sq. ft. of Class A office and mixed-use properties in the southeast U.S.
He noted that in addition to being a significant office landlord in markets including Miami,Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Orlando, and Jacksonville, FL, and Atlanta, the company has several active development projects. While Bianco guides day-to- day operations, Crocker will continue to be active in the company’s strategic direction and investment decisions.
Most recently, Bianco managed Crocker Partners’ capital markets activities and investor relations, and directed operations in Florida and Texas, including acquisition and development opportunities, asset management, property management and leasing functions. He joined the Crocker organization in 2001 as Senior Vice President at CRT Properties, Inc., responsible for acquisition of properties totaling 2.1 million sq. ft. and for managing the company’s Florida assets, comprised of ten office centers with 77 buildings.
Previously, Bianco was counsel for Tishman Speyer Properties concentrating on the redevelopment of Rockefeller Center in New York City. He began his career as a real estate attorney with Bachner, Tally, Polevoy & Mishner and subsequently became a partner at Anderson Kill & Olick, P.C., a New York-based law firm where he specialized in real estate. Bianco was admitted to the State Bar of New York in 1994.
He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the George Washington University.
Touchstone Webb’s Laureen Hunter Negotiates Sale Of Girl Scout’s Office Building
/in Done Deals, News/by SFOBA STAFFLaureen Hunter of Touchstone Webb Realty Company represented the seller, Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida, Inc., in the sale of 4701 NW 33rd Avenue in Oakland Park.
Jeff Holding and A.J. Belt of Cushman & Wakefield of Florida, Inc., represented the buyer, CB & TL, LLC, in the purchase of the 20,594-square-foot, two-story office building for $3,440,000.
The deal closed December 9.
Touchstone Webb was also tapped in August to secure a new 15,000 to 20,000-square-foot combined office, to be located in southern Palm Beach County, and to locate two new Girl Scout retail stores to serve the organization’s members in the Oakland Park and Jupiter markets.