Strong Leasing Activity
Leasing activity for the quarter was approximately 460,000 square feet, including a 35% increase quarter-over-quarter. A significant 100,000 square foot lease was signed with a leading tech company.
Positive Net Absorption and Occupancy Rates
The company ended the quarter with 88.6% occupancy and 91.1% leased, with positive net absorption expected in the third quarter.
Successful Bond Issuance
Issued $150 million of unsecured bonds in June, generating $159 million of gross proceeds at an effective yield to maturity just over 7%.
Development Progress
Significant activity in development projects, with residential developments Avira 99% leased and Solaris 89% leased. Commencement of a 121-room hotel project with a projected 10% return on cost.
Asset Sales Exceed Expectations
Property sales of almost $73 million with an average cap rate of 6.9%, exceeding the anticipated $50 million in sales for the year.