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Carlton Arranges $630M Equity, Debt Recapitalization of Manhattan Retail Complex
July 3, 2008

Carlton Advisory Services announce the $630 million equity and debt recapitalization of the retail condominium at 666 Fifth Avenue in New York City. Carlton arranged a total of $630 million consisting of $325 million in senior mortgage financing, $135 million senior mezzanine financing, and $170 million in equity. The transaction was closed on behalf of The Carlyle Group, Crown Acquisitions, and Kushner Cos.
   

 
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