WCRE launches debt, equity platform

Wolf Commercial Real Estate has launched a new debt and equity platform as part of an effort to expand its services in the southern New Jersey and Philadelphia regions.

Morris Construction Management named owner’s rep for Long Branch condo project

The developer of a new oceanfront luxury condominium project in Long Branch has tapped Morris Construction Management LLC as its owner’s representative.

New Brunswick PAC, ‘the best example of what redevelopment can do,’ opens its doors

The long-awaited New Brunswick Performing Arts Center has opened its doors, marking the debut of a $172 million, mixed-use project that is poised to transform the city’s acclaimed arts district.

CBRE named leasing agent at new-look Piscataway office complex (SLIDESHOW)

Keystone Property Group has taken the wraps off its newly renovated, 685,000-square-foot office complex in Piscataway, where CBRE now serves as the landlord’s leasing agent.

Harrison rental project hits leasing milestone, developers say

A development team is hailing a leasing milestone at a new luxury apartment building in Harrison, where renters have snatched up more than two-thirds of the available 257 units.

Reeling from new rent control laws, N.Y.C. investors set their sights on New Jersey

A landmark package of new rent control laws passed by the New York State government in mid-June appears to have kick-started a new kind of boom for the New Jersey real estate market. The laws, which dramatically strengthened tenant protections in New York City, took key steps such as repealing what was known as the vacancy bonus provision, which had allowed a property owner to raise rents as much as 20 percent each time a unit became vacant.

Soloff: Massage, spa chain adds seven new locations in New Jersey

A massage franchise in recent months has added seven new locations in New Jersey, under a series of newly announced transactions by Soloff Realty & Development Inc.

ULI seeking nominations for North Jersey awards program

The Urban Land Institute’s Northern New Jersey chapter is seeking nominations for its annual Excellence Awards, a program that showcases top commercial real estate players and projects.

Gridlock in Trenton: Not what investors want

Messaging from Trenton over the last several months, “airing dirty laundry” and delayed payments and responses to companies involved in the state’s incentive programs are scaring away legitimate businesses from setting roots in New Jersey. Businesses need certainty and clarity. Why don’t we pivot the conversation to one about how to make robust investments in our people and infrastructure without any further distractions and political roadblocks?

Developers detail plans for brewery at landmark Newark tower

A newly opened, 264-unit apartment building in downtown Newark is set to welcome a craft brewery and tap house to its commercial offerings.