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RWNK’s Castoro Negotiates Las Olas Building Sale

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Frank Castoro of Ft. Lauderdale-based NAI Rauch Weaver Norfleet Kurtz & Co. represented the Seller, Villaggio di Las Olas, Inc., in the recent sale of a prestigious mixed-use property located at 1103-1111 E. Las Olas Boulevard.

The property, which includes retail and office space and a parking garage, sold for $6,033,000.

1103-1111E.Las OlasBoulevardThe Buyer, Lauderdale Portfolio Corp., assigned from: 88 Warnes, LLC, was represented by Morgan Whitney.

Castoro was involved in the sale of the same building last September.

 

 

Brett Rowley Joins RWNK

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NAI Rauch Weaver Norfleet Kurtz & Co. is pleased to announce the addition of Brett Rowley who specializes in the sale and leasing of commercial office and industrial properties in both Broward and Palm Beach counties, and serves as a Senior Commercial Associate.

His considerable talent in identifying and satisfying client needs culminated in over 1 million square feet of closed volume just in the past few years.

Prior to joining the firm, Brett was the exclusive owner’s representative and leasing executive for the “SunTrust Center” a 220,000 SF Class “A” office building located in the Fort Lauderdale CBD. Emerson Power relied on Mr. Rowley for counsel and assistance when relocating their Latin America headquarters office to Sawgrass Park in Sunrise, Florida.

He also represented the Alber Corporation, an Emerson business, in the renegotiation of their industrial lease for their facility in Pompano Beach, Florida.

Past clients quickly turn to Mr. Rowley to resolve large space requirements whenever they occur. Brett’s selected clients include ING Clarion, CW Capital, TA Associates Realty, GL Homes, SunTrust Bank, and Emerson Network Power a business of Emerson Electric.

Mr. Rowley’s considerable knowledge of local markets and his best practice approach to resolving complex real estate matters make him a trusted ally of both large corporate and individual real estate owners and users. Brett is a tenacious advocate for his client’s best interests and it shows in the results he achieves.

Brett is a native of Fort Lauderdale, and an avid tennis player. He was the recipient of tennis athletic scholarships at both Tyler Junior College and East Carolina University where he lettered twice. He is an active member in the South Florida Office Brokers Association, and NAI Global Office Council.

RWNK Inks 15,000 SF In Lease Deals At Corporate Park At Inverrary

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Bill McConnell and Kenneth Kurtz, CCIM of NAI Rauch Weaver Norfleet Kurtz & Co., as exclusive Landlord agent, represented CDM Property Investments, LLC in five leases at Corporate Park at Inverrary.

The property is located at 3800-3810 Inverrary Blvd. in Lauderhill.

These transactions are helping to re-tenant what was formerly the Lauderhill City Hall.

New tenants include:

  • Sanctuary International Ministries, Inc., for 6,476 square feet.  The tenant was represented by NAI Rauch Weaver Norfleet Kurtz & Co.’s Todd Weaver.
  • Nelly Faustin & Paulaine Liberal, for 3,232 square feet.
  • Richard Flanders Enterprises, for 3,200 square feet.
  • EZ Appointments, LLC, for 1,340 square feet.
  • Primarica Management Group, Inc., for 698 square feet. EZ Appointments, LLC and Primarica Management Group were represented by Dettman Realty Group, Inc.

 

Mr. Kurtz stated, “this location is ideal for a large corporate user or government agency as well as a call center.”

 

Former Greenberg Traurig Attorney Joins RWNK

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Jerry Calica has joined NAI Rauch Weaver Norfleet Kurtz & Co. as a Senior Associate.

Mr. Calica’s background working with large institutional clients on complex real estate matters related to acquiring, holding and disposing of commercial properties is extensive. Prior to joining NAI Rauch Weaver Norfleet Kurtz & Co. Mr. Calica was Chief Real Estate Counsel for New York Life Insurance Company for a number of years. He oversaw the dealings of the firm’s real estate portfolio including the acquisition and disposition of various institutional real estate holdings.

After leaving New York Life, he joined the law firm of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft representing clients that included Goldman Sachs, New York Life Insurance Company and many others. Mr. Calica provided clients legal counsel on the acquisition and financing of commercial property that included large portfolios and single properties including office, multi-family and industrial assets.

Upon his arrival in Miami from New York, Mr. Calica joined the law firm of Greenberg Traurig in Miami where his commercial real estate practice was dedicated to large institutional clients and high net worth real estate investors. He provided clients counsel on matters related to commercial real estate holdings and transactional counsel.

Mr. Calica holds a J.D. from Fordham University and is licensed in Florida and New York.

He is available to serve clients interested in commercial property acquisitions and dispositions. Jerry’s commercial brokerage skills are formidable and he has significant relationships with life carriers and other investment trusts throughout the U.S. You can contact Jerry at 954.489.2530.

RWNK’s Frank Morrison Sells 24,000 SF Office/Warehouse

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Frank B. Morrison of NAI Rauch Weaver Norfleet Kurtz & Co., represented the Seller in the recent sale of a 24,000 square foot office/warehouse building located at 3000 SW 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale.

The Property is situated on a 60,000 square foot parcel of land.

The Buyer, Cellular Supplies, purchased the building for $1,000,000 from the Seller, Scorpion Performance. Scorpion Performance relocated to a 100,000 square foot building in Ocala, Florida.

Busekrus Leaves CBRE For HFF

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Marty Busekrus has joined HFF, one of the largest commercial real estate capital intermediaries in the country, as Director, where he will be focusing on institutional industrial investment sales throughout the Southeastern United States.

Since March, 2011, Marty served as Senior Associate of CBRE’s Private Client Group (PCG) team for South East Florida, encompassing Miami Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Counties, along with J. Scott O’Donnell, Dominic F. Montazemi and Miguel Alcivar.

“With my experience coming from the Private Client Group of CBRE’s office and industrial team, it’s a perfect fit,” said Busekrus.

HFF has a history of performance spanning more than 30 years, offering the services of more than 500 experienced industry professionals who operate from offices in major and secondary markets throughout the country.

Prior to joining the Private Client Group, Marty held the position of Senior Sales Associate with NAI Rauch Weaver Norfleet Kurtz for six years beginning in July, 2005.