
Buffalo, NY According to Largo Real Estate Advisors, Inc., Jack Phillips, principal, has successfully secured a permanent first mortgage to refinance the existing debt on a restored mixed-use property. This historic building has been redeveloped to feature a mix of residential, retail, and office space. Its transformation has contributed to the revitalization of the surrounding area. Leveraging his strong relationship with an Upstate New York lender, Phillips was able to secure a limited-recourse loan on the recently stabilized property. His expertise in structuring financing solutions tailored to unique assets played a key role in delivering competitive terms for the borrower.
New York tri-state multifamily investors are increasingly reallocating capital to less-regulated markets across the U.S. as rent control and legislative risk erode returns at home. With over 60% of New York City’s rental housing stock classified as rent-stabilized, the traditional value-add model — buying under-performing buildings,