By Samuel A. Schwartz, Transactional Attorney, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck Prior to the Great Recession, private equity firms were historically devoted to buy outs and smaller loans that traditional banks had no interest in funding. Since that time, according to estimates by the private equity firm Ares Management, nonbanks held more than half a trillion dollars’ worth … [Read more...] about Private Equity Lending: Is It a Good Choice for Business?
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Big Government’s Largest Cheerleader Is Itself
Let’s be honest: Both major political parties seem to be fans of growing government. Politicians, however seem to know that most voters aren’t quite as anxious to hike taxes or increase spending. After all, hopeful lawmakers continually promise to make government leaner, trim excess and curb waste in the public sector — and politicians are masters of telling voters what they … [Read more...] about Big Government’s Largest Cheerleader Is Itself
CRE Financing: Evolving with Nevada’s Economy
A tremendous number of loans for commercial real estate (CRE) projects are being sourced and approved in Nevada in what’s described as a robust market being driven by industrial and multi-family properties. “We are seeing a good deal of industrial, including build-to-suit industrial and even some spec type industrial, and we’re seeing a lot of multi-family [apartments] and … [Read more...] about CRE Financing: Evolving with Nevada’s Economy
Movers & Shakers: Heather Korbulic
Executive Director Silver State Health Insurance Exchange (5 years in Nevada) Type of Business: State Agency | Hails from: Lake Oswego, Oregon | 3 years with company in Nevada | Based: Statewide How did you first get into your profession? I started as an advocate for seniors living in long term care settings and learned a lot about the importance of policy and their … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Heather Korbulic
Welcome to Nevada: October 2018
JSW SA The European Union’s largest Polish coal producing company, JSW SA has signed a letter of intent with the Nevada Institute for Autonomous Systems (NIAS). JSW SA makes a core ingredient for steel and is a leader in commercial autonomous systems. The company will now collaborate with the NIAS on furthering the development of the unmanned aerial systems industry, the … [Read more...] about Welcome to Nevada: October 2018
Choosing Insurance for Small BusinessTips and Tricks
Let’s be honest, nobody likes buying insurance. It’s something we all need and something we all have to buy. From personal insurance for our homes and cars to health insurance for our families, it can be overwhelming and expensive. Plus, it certainly doesn’t help that every other commercial on TV is talking about some kind of insurance. Insurance doesn’t have to be … [Read more...] about Choosing Insurance for Small Business
Around the State: October 2018
SafeNest Opens New Donation Center Nevada’s largest non-profit organization serving those affected by domestic violence, SafeNest, has opened a new donation center headquarters. The new center doubles the non-profits capacity, expanding from 1,000 to 2,500 square feet and employing 20 full- and part-time staff. Donations to the center total over 200,000 pounds each month and … [Read more...] about Around the State: October 2018
Retail Summary: Second Quarter 2018
Northern Nevada By NAI Alliance The overall Northern Nevada economy continues to improve through the second quarter. The overall vacancy in the Reno/Sparks area decreased to 12.45 percent from the previous quarter of 13.12 percent. There was a total gross absorption of 219,414 square feet during the quarter, with a net absorption of 80,792 square feet. The anchor vacancy … [Read more...] about Retail Summary: Second Quarter 2018
Red Report: October 2018
E Sale, Industrial Address 4425 & 4405 E. Sahara Ave., 89104 Buyer CIP Real Estate Corporation Seller East Sahara SPE Details 72,042 SF; $6.8 million APN 161-08-101-001 Seller Rep Brian Riffel, SIOR and Tyler Jones of Colliers International Sale, Industrial Address 2729 N. Lamb Blvd., 89115 Buyer Beverage Excellence Seller MCA Lamb Details 6,347 SF; … [Read more...] about Red Report: October 2018
What Is Your Strongest Personality Trait?
“In my mind, I am ambitious and motivated, confident and optimistic, outgoing and sociable, persistent but affable; however, I am quite sure that there are those out there with less charitable opinions!” Jeff Northrup, SVP Pre-construction | SR Construction “Optimism. I always try to look at the glass half full, be positive, grateful and see the good in all things. Be … [Read more...] about What Is Your Strongest Personality Trait?
Jennifer Ott named CALV Member of the Year
LAS VEGAS – The Commercial Alliance Las Vegas (CALV) honored local commercial real estate industry leader Jennifer Ott as its CALV Member of the Year. Ott, who holds the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation, was CALV’s president in 2017. She was honored during CALV’s 13th annual Commercial Alliance Educational Symposium for commercial real estate … [Read more...] about Jennifer Ott named CALV Member of the Year
Nevada State College Hires Las Vegas Native Anthony Ruiz as Senior Advisor of Government Relations and Community Affairs
Henderson – Nevada State College announces Anthony Ruiz as new senior advisor of Government Relations and Community Affairs for Nevada State College. A Las Vegas native, Ruiz will be responsible for working with state, local and federal government officials and their staffs to successfully execute the College’s mission and Board of Regent approved initiatives. This position is … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Hires Las Vegas Native Anthony Ruiz as Senior Advisor of Government Relations and Community Affairs
ODS Chauffeured Transportation to Donate Limousines For a Wedding of a Lifetime
ODS Chauffeured Transportation Will Proudly Donate Three Limousines For a Wedding Taking Place On October 1st in Light of The One-Year Anniversary of The Recent Tragedy Las Vegas – ODS Chauffeured Transportation is to proudly donate three limousines for a wedding taking place in Las Vegas on October 1, 2018, as a couple that survived the tragedy that took place one year ago … [Read more...] about ODS Chauffeured Transportation to Donate Limousines For a Wedding of a Lifetime
Blinders Burgers & Brunch Highlights New Vista Day, Sept. 27 New Workforce Program with Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
What: New Vista Day! Blinders Burgers & Brunch, a new 100% plant-based vegan restaurant, is partnering with local non-profit, New Vista, in its workforce program. With an eye for corporate social responsibility for the environment and the community, Blinders created the job hiring, training and mentoring program with New Vista, who provide programs and services for … [Read more...] about Blinders Burgers & Brunch Highlights New Vista Day, Sept. 27 New Workforce Program with Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
Robert Coomer Named Home At Last VIP
Henderson – Home At Last, a program of the Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA), presented Robert Coomer, regional vice president at Cardinal Financial Company in Las Vegas, the Very Important Partner (VIP) Award for Southern Nevada. The VIP award is given to professionals who help NRHA and the Home At Last program fulfill the mission of promoting, providing and financing … [Read more...] about Robert Coomer Named Home At Last VIP