Archive for May, 2012
Sidewalk Sales NOW at Meridian Park at 70th & O Street!
May 24th
Sidewalk Sales NOW through Monday at Meridian Park at 70th & O Street! Check out huge savings at Nebraska Sports, Murray’s for Men of Stature, and others!
Nebraska Sports has some great deals…athletic shoes anywhere from $29-$99; swimwear 20% off; Husker tees 2 for $15; and sales on brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Adidas, Russell, Ascis and Mizuno.
Looking for a new suit or Husker gear to wear to this fall’s tailgate party? Go to Murrary’s for Men of Stature!
Country Sliced Hams & Nebraska Famous Steaks will be grilling their famous Nebraska state shaped burgers. Hungry? Come out Thursday or Friday 11:00am-6:30pm. Saturday 11:00am-1:30pm. Need ribs or brats for the weekend? Call and get your order in!
Talk It Up Tuesdays
May 22nd
“Talk It Up Tuesdays” takes a look back to some of the best business news that we announced on our Facebook page over the last week. So check here for any news you might have missed during the past week!
- Pancheros Mexican Grill opened at SouthPointe Pavilions and Maurices is expected to open this summer in the former American Eagle space.
- Cornerstone Pizza is coming to 27th & Randolph in the old flower shop
- Dairy Queen near 38th & South St is under new ownership
- Polka Dot Bicycles is expanding at 38th & South
- 19th Street Liquor has opened at 230 S. 19th Street
- Rumor has it that Walmart is building north of 27th & Yankee Hill Road. Unsure if its a full super center or their new concept a Market Express which is closer to 15,000-20,000 square feet.
Lincoln Community Comes Together for Giving Day
May 22nd
On May 17th, the Lincoln community showed their support for the ”Give to Lincoln Day” sponsored by the Lincoln Community Foundation. For 24 hours, 5,448 donors generously donated over $1.33 million for local non-profits!
In addition, Hearts United for Animals, Pius X Foundation and Hear Nebraska were the top three organizations with the greatest number of donors making gifts on May 17th. They will receive bonus grants of $2,500, $1,500 and $1,000 respectively.
A record-setting day!
Give to Lincoln on May 17th!
May 16th
One day. One BIG opportunity!
On May 17th, the Lincoln community can show their support for their favorite nonprofit organization during “Give to Lincoln Day” sponsored by the Lincoln Community Foundation. For 24 hours from 12:00am to 11:59pm donations can be made online or in person during regular business hours at the Lincoln Community Foundation, 215 Centennial Mall South.
All donations will be matched with a proportional share of a $200,000 challenge match pool of funds. In addition, the top three organizations that have the greatest number of donors making gifts on May 17th will receive bonus grants of $2,500, $1,500 and $1,000 respectively.
Commit to give on May 17th and support the causes you care about!
Talk It Up Tuesdays
May 8th
“Talk It Up Tuesdays” takes a look back to some of the best business news that we announced on our Facebook page over the last week. So check here for any news you might have missed during the past week!
- Lancaster Square retail center at 48th & Van Dorn sold for $2.99 million to CVS Pharmacy. Proposed plans include moving CVS to the corner and potentially more future retail development.
- Yogurtini has opened at 48th & O Street in the Crossroads Pavilion.
- Wahoo’s Fish Tacos is under construction next to Noodles downtown.
- Creating Captains, a foundation started by Matt Davison, opened an office at 8th & P Street in the Candy Factory building.
NAI FMA Associates Spotted Around Town
May 8th
NAI FMA Associates were spotted this week participating in various activites around the community:
- Keith Thomsen, Scott Mickle, Mike Weekly, Loren Wusk, Wayne Thrasher and Scott Bahm were sighted on Saturday, May 5th picking up trash along Hwy. 77.
- In honor of National Children’s Book Week, Diana Schilf read to Mrs. Stolzer’s kingergarten class at Sheridan Elementary today.
- Congratulations to Crystal Frederick who ran her first full marathon on Sunday, May 6th in 3 hours, 48 minutes! Way to go!
Associate Anniversary Recognition
May 2nd
We wish to recognize three people celebrating anniversaries this month at NAI FMA. Diana Schilf has been with the firm for 16 years; Crystal Frederick celebrates 11 years; and Brandon Zaruba has been with NAI FMA for 6 years. Congratulations!
Small(er) Markets, Big Opportunities | CCIM Institute
May 1st
The CCIM Institute published a good article titled “Small(er) Markets, Big Opportunities | CCIM Institute” that talks about how investors are moving away from core markets to capitalize on properties in the secondary and tiertary markets.
Investment property sales have been historically limited in Lincoln due to a high amount of local ownership and owners focusing on long-term investment strategies rather than thinking about a hold period. However, in 2011, the Lincoln market experienced an increase in out-of-state private investment with several significant office sales occurring that reached more than $16 million in transaction volume. A significant sale for the city was the Federal Trust Building, a 12-story downtown office building that sold for $5.775 million or $92 per square-foot. Lincoln’s largest transaction was the sale of the three former TierOne Bank buildings and a 265-stall parking garage to Woodbury Strategic Partners at a price of $9.3 million. Both properties were bought by out-of-state investors with the intent of long-term ownership. Lincoln’s stable economy and the construction boom from university and government-driven projects has provided added incentive for investors to consider our tertiary market.
NAI FMA Realty works with institutions, private investors, entrepreneurs and lenders seeking to maximize their real estate position and portfolio strategy on properties ranging from portfolios of owned real estate, to single-tenant net leases, multi-family properties, and corporate headquarters. If you are considering investing in the Lincoln market, contact our investment brokers to gain a thorough understanding of your investment critera and assist you in the planning and due diligence of a transaction.
For more information, contact Richard Meginnis, Tom Graf or Chris Vasek at 402-441-5800.
