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Hillhouse’s Strategic Play in Japan: A Game-Changer for Real Estate . . . Hillhouse Capital’s tender offer for Japan’s Samty Co. highlights the growing appeal of Japan’s real estate market to global investors. Samty’s portfolio of residential and hospitality assets aligns with Hillhouse’s strategy of acquiring stable, income-generating properties. Beyond yield, Hillhouse likely aims to optimize operations and unlock value, leveraging its expertise to enhance profitability, particularly in hospitality’s post-pandemic recovery. However, challenges like Japan’s aging population and rural housing demand persist. By focusing on urban centers and incorporating ESG principles, Hillhouse can mitigate risks. This move underscores Japan’s attractiveness for private equity, paving the way for further investment and market consolidation. In this high interest rates environment, either we lament about circumstances or sniff out the opportunities. If you are the latter, have a chat with us! Ready to power up your possibilities in the Built Industry? Follow @Annexion Partners and stay updated on the latest opportunities in Property and Real Estate, Digital Infrastructure, Construction and Engineering, Interior Design and Architecture, Building Sustainability, and Built Technology #annexionpartners #builtenvironment #poweringpossibilities #recruitment Ethan Tan, Kotomi Mori, Philbert Anand, Asher T., Adam Cheok, Ckiara Mendoza, Jonathan Hoong, Beca Tan, Ng Eros Jezreel ,MBA,CHRP,CLDP, Sittie Aisah N. ---- Stay updated: LinkedIn: Annexion Partners Website: annexion-partners.com Instagram: @annexion_partners Sourcr: https://lnkd.in/gx9uBg_9

Finally the right fit. A lot of investment groups took a look at acquiring the historic Smith Tower. It will be exciting to see what new ownership does with the buildings. #cre #commercialrealestate #seattleoffice #officeleasing #realestateinvesting #titleinsurance

Check out this exciting article about Cbus Property's ambitious $1 billion Bourke Street project in Melbourne! 🏗️🌆 The development is making waves not just for its scale, but for its innovative "solar skin" technology, which will supply 20% of the building’s base energy needs. ☀️🏢 This next-gen office space is setting a new standard for sustainability and energy efficiency. 🔋🌱 Dive into the details and see how this project is leading the way in eco-friendly urban development! 🌍💡 Investing in a space here not only aligns with future-forward architectural trends but also offers the potential to claim depreciation, significantly enhancing cash flow by reducing taxable income. 📈💰 This strategic financial benefit allows investors to offset the cost of their investment over time, maximising returns in this cutting-edge development. 🏢💸 #Melbourne #UrbanDevelopment #SolarPower #Innovation #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #Investment #FinancialBenefits

Brookfield Properties has bought CPP Investments | Investissements RPC and Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo) out of 2 Queen Street East, with Toronto Metropolitan University also now owning a small stake. #realestate #realestatenews #Toronto #office #tower #commercialrealestate https://lnkd.in/gpZQSx5M

Co-CEO Mark Hurley sits down sits down with Toby Lewis the MD of Marquette Properties a Brisbane based fund manager with AU$1.24B AUM and average realised return of 21% per annum. In this conversation we discuss the distinctiveness of Marquette's real estate strategy, adapting to market changes, and integrating sustainability into investment decisions. https://hubs.ly/Q02y2H100

Check out our article on the challenges (and potential solutions) of capitalizing boutique real estate deals in today's market, featured on Thesis Driven! We would like to extend a special thanks to Brad Hargreaves for his invaluable assistance and (much needed) editorial support in putting this together. Don't miss out on all the great information he's putting up on Thesis Driven! #RealEstate #ThesisDriven #BoutiqueDeals #Capitalization #MarketChallenges #RealEstateInvesting

#BTR continues to make gains in mainstream investment (£35b of institutional investment over the last 10 years) with significant growth expected as the sector only represents circa 2% of PRS households in comparison to the US (37%) and Germany (41%) where the market is more established. Zerum specialise in this sector with over 2,000 units delivered, on-site or in planning across a range of locations. - Talbot Mill, Manchester - 190 Units - On-Site - Farnworth, Bolton - 97 Units - On-Site - Well Meadow, Grainger - 286 units - Delivered - Fletcher Street, Stockport - 244 units - Planning - Metalworks, Liverpool - 405 Units - Planning - Bridgewater, Liverpool - 30 Units - On-Site - St Michaels, Manchester - 200+ - On-Site - Gorton Street, Salford - 568 Units - Planning If you need any support with your schemes, please get in touch. Zerum #Costmanagement #projectmanagement #BTR #PRS #residential

HighBrook sold A-House in Copenhagen to Nrep (DK) HighBrook Investors announced the sale of A-House, an iconic property located in Islands Brygge, #Copenhagen. A-House has been sold to Denmark's largest #realestate #investment and #development company, Nrep. Financial terms were not disclosed.   House is a unique property spanning 23,267m2, combining 195 modern #residential units and 10 #commercial leases. Since acquiring the #property off-market in 2020, HighBrook has completed strategic #renovations in collaboration with property #assetmanager, SF Management. Renovations have included improvements to the fitness facilities, the underground parking garage, the spacious courtyard, and the impressive rooftop terrace.   HighBrook’s enhancements to the property have also focused on #sustainability and community development, with residents at the centre. A digital platform provides tenants access to activities like rooftop yoga and winter swimming, strengthening the sense of community and promoting the modern urban lifestyle that defines A-House. Under HighBrook’s ownership, A-House recently achieved DGNB Platinum for buildings in operation. It was the first renovated property in Denmark to achieve this high sustainability certification.   “We have successfully executed on our value-add business plan, setting new standards in sustainability in the process. We are pleased to exit to a leading real estate investor in the Nordic region that shares our vision for this property,” said HighBrook’s Chief Investment Officer and Partner, Robert Giusti.   “The purchase of A-House is a groundbreaking investment for Nrep. It is both an iconic and historic property that, in many ways, encapsulates much of what we aim to achieve with our projects,” said Nrep's Danish head and partner, Thomas Riise-Jakobsen.   “Our investments are about much more than #buildings. They are about developing urban environments that integrate buildings with sustainability and, above all, social functions. In this regard, A-House fits perfectly. At the same time, it is a promising investment case with a potential we are very eager to realize,” continued Thomas Riise-Jakobsen.   NordanO and Eastdil Secured served as commercial advisors to HighBrook Investors during the sales process, with Lundgrens, Deloitte and EY advising on legal and tax. Nrep was assisted by Bruun & Hjejle Advokatpartnerselskab and PwC. https://lnkd.in/eAHdgQex

Read the latest commercial property news in our Commercial Property Market Review. Including a look at trends in the commercial market so far in 2024, a lack of big deals in London and the latest from the CBRE Monthly Index #commercialproperty #investment   

Catella Real Estate AG (CREAG), from January 1, 2025, forming Catella’s new format of fund investment platform together with Catella Investment Management GmbH (CIM), sold the c. 8,961m2 #office property ‘Rue de Bruyeres 60’ in Howald, #Luxembourg, on the south-eastern edge of Luxembourg City, for the fund ‘Sarasin Sustainable Properties - European Cities’. CIM is the advisor of the Sarasin Sustainable Properties - European Cities Fund with Catella Real Estate AG providing the German KVG platform. Developed in 2021 by Lafayette, the SHOW office building comprises approx. 8,961m2 of lettable space spread over 6 floors, including 2 underground parking levels with a total of 104 parking spaces. Thanks to its contemporary L-shaped design, the property blends in with the modern architecture of the neighbourhood. Outside, the building is surrounded by elaborately designed outdoor facilities and a green inner courtyard. The building features numerous ecological measures, such as energy-efficient triple-glazed windows, LED lighting, integrated sun blinds, a rainwater utilization system and 10 charging stations for electric cars. Thanks to the high ESG-standards in the project development, the building was certified BREEAM ‘very good’ upon completion. The ‘Rue de Bruyeres 60’ property is centrally located in the municipality of Howald, which merges seamlessly with Luxembourg City and is currently developing rapidly from a traditional industrial and retail location into a flourishing mixed-use neighbourhood. The immediate proximity to the A3 motorway and the new railway station provide access to Luxembourg City's tram and tram-train system. CREAG was supported by Catella IM Benelux B.V.(CIMB) on transactional advisory. Stibbe, Drees & Sommer and Deloitte advised on #legal, #technical and tax matters on this #transaction. Jaime Sarrà B., Senior Investment Manager at CIM, mentions: “After a holding period of four years, the SSP Fund managed to obtain stable cash flow for this property since acquisition. The Fund was able to profit from positive capital gains, which in turbulent times for the office market is highly appreciated by investors.” Ralph Willems, Senior Acquisition Manager at CIMB, adds: “Luxembourg has proven once again to be a strong office market within Europe attracting solid occupier’s demand for financial and public entities. We will keep monitoring #Benelux markets for new acquisitions, especially within the logistic and residential sectors, being both highly sought-after asset classes by investors nowadays.” https://lnkd.in/eK8cRwqz