Transaction Overview
George Smith Partners secured $9,730,000 acquisition financing for a 56,747 square foot shadow anchored retail center that was 70% occupied at the close of escrow. Shadow anchored by Home Depot and Fry’s Food & Drug, the 14-tenant shopping center is located in a Southwestern MSA. Fixed at 4.2% for ten years, the loan amortizes over 25 years and does not carry a prepayment penalty.
Challenges: During due diligence, a tenant representing 27% of the net rentable area terminated their lease bringing occupancy to 70%. Our Sponsors required a permanent loan execution and would not consider a bridge to perm option.
Solutions: GSP identified a lending source who was knowledgeable about the strength of this sub-market and comfortable with 30% vacancy. They identified the upside potential and rental opportunities in the local market. Our Sponsor’s considerable investment track record and financial strength further solidified the loan strength and allowed for a permanent loan instead of a bridge loan.
