In the context of an uncertain economic environment, how do you evaluate the risk and opportunities of underwriting a deal to purchase a high-profile office building in New York City which has just gone into default?
In the context of an uncertain economic environment, how do you evaluate the risk and opportunities of underwriting a deal to purchase a high-profile office building in New York City which has just gone into default?
In early 2010, Savanna Investment Management was presented with the opportunity to underwrite the sale of Manhattan's Bryant Park Tower, which had just gone into payment default. In this case, students are asked to evaluate the unstable macroeconomic environment and its impact on the New York real estate market as well the financing options available to Savanna should they proceed with the deal.