Velocis and Lincoln Purchases Key Charlotte Data Center Facility

“Velocis capitalized on a unique opportunity to secure this property for its important location at the cross roads of Charlotte’s colocation and connectivity network,” said Jim Yoder, Velocis Principal. “The asset’s status as a prime fiber optic hub combined with the abundant power and security the building offers tenants, creates a significant untapped opportunity.”

The two-story building, which offers expansion opportunities, was built in 1968 and is currently more than 80 percent leased. Significant long-haul fiber routes originate from all directions through the building and it draws a wide array of telecommunications and colocation data center users. Additionally, it is ideally located close to multiple data centers and telecommunication companies including the area’s main AT&T switch.

Velocis partnered with Lincoln Property Company on the acquisition. “Charlotte offers a dense telecommunication infrastructure that is on par with any Tier 1 city,” said Martin Peck of Lincoln’s data center division, Lincoln Rackhouse. The facility will be leased and managed by Lincoln Harris.

Dallas-based Velocis, has been active in real estate investment since 2011, purchasing 18 assets located in markets in Texas, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina and Arizona. Launched in 2010, the Fund is led by principals Fred Hamm, Mike Lewis, Paul Smith, Jim Yoder and David Seifert.

About Velocis
Velocis consists of two entities: Velocis Fund, LP and Velocis Advisors, LLC. Velocis Funds are private equity real estate funds, active in the acquisition, operation/management, and disposition of commercial real estate in the United States. Additionally, Velocis Advisors provides asset management and advisory services to both investors and real estate clients.

About Lincoln Rackhouse
Lincoln Rackhouse is the data center division for Lincoln Property Company. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Lincoln Property Company is one of the largest and most respected diversified real estate services companies in the industry. The Company employs over 4,000 professionals in over 100 markets in the United States and Europe.

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Velocis Purchases Key Charlotte Data Center Facility

Charlotte (Aug. 17, 2015) – Velocis, a private equity real estate manager, has purchased 701 Trade Street, a telecom carrier hotel and data center in downtown Charlotte. This is Velocis’ second asset purchased in North Carolina.

“Velocis capitalized on a unique opportunity to secure this property for its important location at the cross roads of Charlotte’s colocation and connectivity network,” said Jim Yoder, Velocis Principal. “The asset’s status as a prime fiber optic hub combined with the abundant power and security the building offers tenants, creates a significant untapped opportunity.”

The two-story building, which offers expansion opportunities, was built in 1968 and is currently more than 80 percent leased. Significant long-haul fiber routes originate from all directions through the building and it draws a wide array of telecommunications and colocation data center users. Additionally, it is ideally located close to multiple data centers and telecommunication companies including the area’s main AT&T switch.

Velocis partnered with Lincoln Property Company on the acquisition.

“Charlotte offers a dense telecommunication infrastructure that is on par with any Tier 1 city,” said Martin Peck of Lincoln’s data center division, Lincoln Rackhouse. The facility will be leased and managed by Lincoln Harris.

Dallas-based Velocis, has been active in real estate investment since 2011, purchasing 18 assets located in markets in Texas, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina and Arizona. Launched in 2010, the Fund is led by principals Fred Hamm, Mike Lewis, Paul Smith, Jim Yoder and David Seifert.

About Velocis
Velocis consists of two entities: Velocis Fund, LP and Velocis Advisors, LLC. Velocis Funds are private equity real estate funds, active in the acquisition, operation/management, and disposition of commercial real estate in the United States. Additionally, Velocis Advisors provides asset management and advisory services to both investors and real estate clients. Additional information about Velocis can be found at https://velocis.com/.

Digital crossroads uptown acquired by private equity real estate manager.

Velocis and Lincoln Harris bought the building at 701 E. Trade Street in a deal that closed last week. The two-story building is a node in the invisible but all-important infrastructure web around us, housing major fiber optic lines and data switches.

“Velocis capitalized on a unique opportunity to secure this property for its important location at the cross roads of Charlotte’s colocation and connectivity network,” said Jim Yoder, Velocis principal, in a statement. “The asset’s status as a prime fiber optic hub combined with the abundant power and security the building offers tenants, creates a significant untapped opportunity.”

Lincoln Harris will lease and manage the center. The building was constructed in 1968 and is 80 percent leased.

“Charlotte offers a dense telecommunication infrastructure that is on par with any Tier 1 city,” said Martin Peck. He’s with Lincoln Harris’ data center division, Lincoln Rackhouse.

Here’s how Velocis described the building’s importance in a statement:

“Significant long-haul fiber routes originate from all directions through the building and it draws a wide array of telecommunications and colocation data center users. Additionally, it is ideally located close to multiple data centers and telecommunication companies including the area’s main AT&T switch.”

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Velocis Purchases Loudoun Gateway II & III

Washington, DC – (Aug. 6, 2015) – Velocis, a private equity real estate manager, today announced the purchase of two Class-A suburban office buildings located in the upscale Washington, D.C. suburb of Sterling, Virginia in Loudoun Gateway Business Park. The assets, Loudoun Gateway II & III, total 179,864 square feet and are adjacent to Dulles International Airport.

“Loudon Gateway II & III are solid assets located in an exceptional business park in the recovering Northern Virginia market,” said Paul Smith, Velocis principal. “The two buildings provide tenants strong security infrastructure, proximity to the airport and major area government employers, as well as easy access to the new Silver Line rail extension and amenities, scheduled for completion in 2018.”

The two high-quality, interconnected buildings are currently over 90 percent leased by a select group of companies representing some of the premier government contractors in the area. The seller was represented by Chip Ryan of Avison Young. The property will be managed by DTZ and leasing services will be provided by Moore & Associates.

Dallas-based Velocis, has been active in real estate investment since 2011, purchasing 17 assets located in markets in Texas, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, Arizona and North Carolina. Velocis is led by a team of five seasoned principals who are directly responsible for the acquisition, asset management and disposition of assets.

Joining Paul Smith as principals in Fund II are Fred Hamm, Mike Lewis, Jim Yoder and David Seifert.

About Velocis
Velocis consists of two entities: Velocis Funds and Velocis Advisors. Velocis Funds are private equity real estate funds, active in the acquisition, operation/management, and disposition of commercial real estate in the United States. Additionally, Velocis Advisors provides asset management and advisory services to both investors and real estate clients. Additional information about Velocis can be found at https://velocis.com/.

Past performance does not predict future results. This article does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy any securities of the Fund, nor is it intended to be a description of all material factors an investor should consider before investing in the Fund. Prior to making an investment decision, prospective investors should carefully review the offering documents of the Fund for a description of material factors to consider, including risk factors and investor suitability requirements.

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The properties, Arboretum Atrium and Las Cimas I, total more than 170,000 square feet. Velocis purchased them in 2013 from its partner, Moore & Associates, which managed and leased the properties.

Arboretum Atrium is a 91,083-square-foot office building with a three-story atrium located at 9737 Great Hills Trails in Northwest Austin. Restaurants, retail venues, and hotels are nearby, and the building is one block from Highway 183, MoPac, and Loop 360. The area is a hub for leading technology companies that include Apple, Cisco, HP, Microsoft, and Google.

Las Cimas I is located at 804 Las Cimas Blvd. in Southwest Austin, at the corner of Bee Caves and Loop 360. It comprises 82,787 square feet of space in its three stories. Both properties were fully leased at the time of the sale.

Hale Umstattd and Leah Gallagher of Transwestern represented the seller in the transaction.

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