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The Dealmakers Issue Number 13 for the week of April 10, 1998.

 Home Improvement Retailers Seeking Sites

 Menard, Inc. trades as Menard's at 134 locations in IL, IN, IA, MI, MN, NE, ND, SD and WI.  The home improvement stores occupy spaces of 161,000 sq.ft. to 170,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities and power centers.  Preferred co-anchors include Wal*Mart.  Plans call for 18 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the Midwestern region.  Leases running 10 years are typical.

  For more information, contact Marv Prochaslea, Menard, Inc.,4777 Menard Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54703-9604; 715-874-5911, Fax 876-5901.

 Paul's Lumber Do-It Center operates five locations in OH.  The stores, selling hardware and lumber, occupy spaces of 14,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities.  Plans call for one opening in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing market.  Preferred demographics include a population of 25,000 within five miles earning $40,000 as the average income.

  For details, contact The Director of Real Estate, Paul's Lumber Do-It Center, 8018 French Street, Garrettsville, OH 44231-1012; 330-527-4301, Fax 527-5785.

 Kwal-Howells, Inc. trades as Kwal-Howells at 54 locations in CO, ID, NM, TX and VT.  The home improvement stores occupy spaces of 6,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities and strip centers.  Preferred anchors include Kmart, Target and Wal*Mart.  Plans call for six openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in CO, KS, OK and TX.  Preferred demographics include a population of 35,000 within 10 miles earning $35,000 as the average income.  Leases running three to five years are typical.

  For more information, contact Ralph Reeves, Kwal-Howells, Inc., 3900 Joilet Street, Denver, CO 80239; 303-371-5600, Fax 373-5688.

 Eagle Hardware & Garden, Inc. trades as Eagle Hardware & Garden at 32 locations in AK, CA, CO, HI, MT, OR, UT and WA.  The home improvement stores occupy spaces of 120,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities and strip centers.  Growth opportunities are sought in the existing markets.

  For more information, contact Rich Takata, Eagle Hardware & Garden, Inc., 981 Powell Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055; 425-227-5740, Fax 204-5169.

 Blonders, Inc. trades as Blonders at nine locations in OH.  The stores, selling paints, wall coverings and window treatments, occupy spaces of 3,500 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities and strip centers.  Growth opportunities are sought in the existing markets.

  For more information, contact Mike Roesch, Blonders, Inc., 4121 Carnegie, Cleveland, OH 44103; 216-391-0363, Fax 391-0660.

 Dykes Lumber Company, Inc. trades as Dykes Lumber Company at seven locations in NJ and NY.  The home improvement stores occupy spaces of 18,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities.  Growth opportunities are sought in the existing markets.

  For more information, contact Charles Kreyer, Dykes Lumber Company, Inc., 1899 Park Avenue, Weehawken, NJ 07087; 201-867-0391, Fax 867-2981.

 Food Tenants Hungry for Sites Nationwide

 Ameriking, Inc. trades as Burger King at 240 locations in CO, GA, IL, IN, KY, NC, OH, TN, TX, VA and WI.  The fast food restaurants occupy spaces of 2,500 sq.ft. to 3,500 sq.ft. in downtown store fronts, freestanding facilities, regional malls, outlet and power centers.  Preferred anchors include Best Buy, Target and supermarkets.  Growth opportunities are sought in the existing markets.  Preferred demographics include a population of 30,000 within one mile earning $30,000 as the average income.  The company prefers to purchase its locations.

  For more information, contact Larry Gadola, Ameriking, Inc., 2215 Enterprize Drive, Westchester, IL 60154; 708-947-2150, Fax 947-2160.

 Eat N Park Restaurants operates 70 locations in OH, PA and WV.  The family restaurants occupy freestanding facilities on 1.5 acres of land.  Preferred anchors include Kmart, Wal*Mart and supermarkets.  Plans call for eight openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.  Leases running 30 years are typical.

  For more information, contact Steven Esposito, Eat N Park Restaurants, 410 Vista Park Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-1208; 412-494-0250, Fax 788-2855.

 Sweet Factory, Inc. trades as Sweet Factory at 237 locations nationwide.  The stores, selling bulk candy and related gifts, occupy spaces of 500 sq.ft. to 1,000 sq.ft. in regional malls and specialty centers.  Preferred anchors include Dillard's, Macy's, May Co. stores and Nordstrom.  Plans call for 40 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place nationwide.  Preferred demographics include a population of 150,000 within 10 miles earning $45,000 as the average income.  Leases running 10 years are typical.

  For more information, contact Jerry Silverman, Sweet Factory, Inc., 10343 Roselle Street, Suite A, San Diego, CA 92121; 619-558-6771, Fax 558-8911.

 Castle Rose, Inc. does business as Mickey Finn's Sports Cafe at seven locations in CO and NE.  The sports bar and grills occupy spaces of 3,500 sq.ft. to 4,500 sq.ft. in strip centers.  Preferred anchors include supermarkets.  Plans call for the opening of four units in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the Midwestern region.  Preferred demographics include a population of 20,000 within two miles earning $25,000 as the average income.  Leases running five years are typical.

  For more information, contact John Vonnes, Castle Rose, Inc., 207 Galvin Road, North Bellevue, NE 68005; 402-291-2174, Fax 291-2345.

 Who's Opening & Where

 Wolf Camera (404-633-9000) recently opened camera stores in Bloomingdale and Wheaton, IL and at North Oaks Center in Houston TX.  The company is planning to open four more stores in the Chicago, IL market and three more stores in the Houston, TX market in the coming months.

 Sears, Roebuck & Co. (847-286-0545) plans to open a full-line department store at a former Mervyn's location at Crossroads Mall in Boulder, CO during Fall.  The store will replace a smaller Sears store that only sold hardlines.

 Best Buy (612-947-2000) recently opened a store in Knoxville, TN.  It is the company's first unit in the Knoxville market.

 General Cinema Theatres (617-264-8000) plans to open a 58,000 sq.ft., 14-screen multiplex at Greenwood Park Mall in Indianapolis, IN.  The theatre will replace two existing theatres operated by General Cinema at the project.

 Elder-Beerman Stores Corp. (937-296-2805) plans to open a 119,814 sq.ft. department store at a former Lazarus location at Millcreek Mall in Erie, PA during August.  The store will be the company's first in PA.

 Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits (770-353-3148) recently opened 33 restaurants in GA and NC at former Hardee's locations the company recently required.

 Dunham's (248-674-4991) is looking to open three stores in the Milwaukee, WI market.

 Regal Cinema (423-922-1123) plans to open an 18-screen movie theater at Springsgate Village in Miami, FL early next year.

 Au Bon Pain Co. (617-423-2100) recently changed the name of its St. Louis Bread restaurants to Panera Bread and is looking to expand the chain nationwide.

 Kohl's Department Stores (414-703-7000) recently opened seven stores in Greensboro and Winston/Salem, NC; West Town, Farragut and Knoxville, TN and Shawnee, KS.  The TN units are the company's first in the state.

 J.B. White (334-288-3500) recently opened a 160,000 sq.ft. department store at Augusta Mall in Augusta, GA.

 New World Coffee & Bagels, Inc. (212-343-0552) recently signed its first co-branding agreement with Carvel Ice Cream in which the two companies will share space at a location in Manhattan, NY.

 Edwards Food Store (908-965-3442) recently opened a supermarket in Teaneck, NJ.  C. Raimondo & Sons Construction Co., Inc. (201-461-5550) served as general contractor for the 55,000 sq.ft. freestanding store.

 Computer City (214-360-1700) plans to remodel 30 stores and open as many as 30 new stores with its latest retail concept.  The stores will have a cyber section offering Internet products and information as well as a business solutions center.

 Home Depot (770-433-8211) recently began operating its store in Buckhead, GA 24 hours a day.  It is the company's first GA unit to operate around the clock and 11th overall.  The others are located in CA, NJ and NY.

 Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc. (404-881-1911) plans to open a 40,000 sq.ft. store in Springfield, MO and a 27,000 sq.ft. store at Valley View Mall in Roanoke, VA late this year.

 Wrapsters, Inc. (561-487-0563) a new restaurant concept that features gourmet wrap sandwiches, recently secured funding in excess of $1 million.  The company plans to begin an aggressive expansion campaign, both nationally and internationally.  The company is anticipating opening as many as 15 company-owned units and selling 100 franchises this year.  Currently, the company operates two restaurants in the Boca Raton, FL market.

 CVS Corp. (401-765-1500) is planning to open four drug stores in the Fort Wayne, IN market his year.

 Hannaford Bros. (207-883-2911) plans to open a 55,000 sq.ft. supermarket in Kiln Creek, VA next month.

 Lowe's Cos., Inc. (910-658-4223) plans to open a home improvement store in Roanoke, VA by the end of the year.

 Exclusives

 Kravco Company (610-768-6300) has been appointed the leasing and merchandising consultant for North Bridge District in Chicago, IL.  North Bridge is a multi-use, multi-block development with more than 2.1 million sq.ft. of new construction on North Michigan Avenue.  The project will be anchored by a 260,000 sq.ft. Nordstrom department store, three hotels, an entertainment complex and retailers.

 The Breder Companies (305-251-1520) recently added the following projects to its management portfolio: Gulf Points Shopping Center in Ft. Meyers; South Gate Shopping Center in Lake Wales; Village Plaza Shopping Center in Sarasota; Town and Country Shopping Center in Sarasota; Ringling Shopping Center in Sarasota; Temple Terrace Shoppes in Tampa; University East Shopping Center in Thonotasassa and South Highlands Shopping Center in Lake Placid.

 Pliskin Realty & Development, Inc. (516-997-0100) is the exclusive leasing agent for Sunrise Plaza Shopping Center in Lindenhurst, NY.  The 250,000 sq.ft. project is anchored by Sears, Rock Bottom, Genovese, King Kullen, Family Dollar and Lone Star Steakhouse.  Approximately 8,300 sq.ft. is available for lease.

 Litvin/LaRue/Greenfield Commercial Real Estate, Inc. (630-773-7500) is the exclusive leasing agent of Grand Pier Center in Chicago, IL.  The 400,000 sq.ft. project is anchored by Dominick's and Century Theaters.  The company is also the exclusive leasing agent of the 365,000 sq.ft. Village Square of Northbrook in Northbrook, IL and the 175,000 sq.ft. Shops of Oak Brook Place in Oak Brook, IL.

 Real Estate Professionals Making News

 Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. (910-274-1666) announces that Jerry Teitelbaum has joined the company as assistant vice president of leasing, development properties.  In his new position, Teitelbaum will focus on the leasing of Tanger's development properties as well as operating factory outlet shopping centers nationwide.

 Homeland Stores, Inc. (405-879-6600) has named David Clark president and chief executive officer.

 Sears, Roebuck and Co. (847-286-8309) announces the appointment of Billye Alexander as senior vice president-northwest region.  Alexander will be responsible for nearly 100 Sears full-line stores in 12 states.

 Braun's Fashion Corp. (612-551-5000) announces that William Prange was been named chief executive of the 180-store chain.

 Kravco Company (610-768-6300) announces that Mary Jane Morrow has joined the company as vice president of finance and chief financial officer.

 Staples, Inc. (508-370-8500) announces the promotion of James C. Peters to president of U.S. stores.

 Lids Corp. (781-326-9400) announces that Jack Chadsey has been named chief executive officer; Nancy Babine-Kucinski, current Lids president, has been named chief operating officer; Benjamin Fischman, founder, has been named vice president of marketing and product development; and Deborah Checinski has been named vice president, general merchandise manager.

 Combined Properties (202-293-4500) announces that Joseph Flood has joined the company as a senior leasing representative.  Flood will be responsible for leasing a portfolio of shopping centers in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan market.

 CenterAmerica Property Trust (713-660-4300) announces that Dave Belock has joined the company as vice president-new development.

 Sigma National, Inc. (804-320-6100) announces that Frank Galleher III has joined the company as a tenant representative and that C.J. Blankenbeckler has joined the company as an associate broker.

  New Construction

 Taubman Centers, Inc. plans to break ground during Fall in International Plaza Shopping Center in Tampa, FL.  The one million+ sq.ft. project will be anchored by a 185,000 sq.ft. two-level Nordstroms Department Store and a 120,000 sq.ft. Lord & Taylor department store.  The mall will be built adjacent to Tampa International Airport and is expected to open during 2001.

  For more information, contact Taubman Centers at (248-258-6800).

 Collett & Associates and Sooner Investments recently broke ground on Blackbob Marketplace in Olathe, KS.  The 306,000 sq.ft. project will be anchored by a 65,800 sq.ft. Hen House supermarket.  Space for two additional anchors will also be developed.  The site is expected to open during March 1999.

  For more information, contact Collett & Associates at (704-376-0523).

 The Irvine Company recently began construction of phase II of Irvine Spectrum Center in Irvine, CA.  Phase II will be anchored by a 55,000 sq.ft. Dave & Buster's and The Cheesecake Factory.  Other tenants will include Gary's Island, Rock Bottom Brewery, Cybersmith, Jonny Rockets, Limbo Lounge, Sing Sing, O My Sole, Nascar Silicone Motor Speedway, All Star Collectibles, Big Entertainment, Canyon Cafe, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Skechers, Dapy, Glow and Wetzel's Pretzels.  This phase is expected to open during July.  In addition, the company has begun marketing phase III of the project two years ahead of schedule.  Phase III will encompass 500,000 sq.ft. of additional retail space to bring the project's total GLA to more than one million sq.ft. when it is completed during Summer 2000.  Phase I, which is already open, is anchored by a 21-screen Edwards Cinemas, Bertolini's Authentic Trattoria, Champps Americana, P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Wolfgang Puck Cafe, Sloppy Joe's, Barnes & Noble, Blockbuster Music, Sega City and a 10-unit food court.

  For more information, contact Hollis & Associates, the project managers at (714-789-9180).

 LATCO Enterprises Real Estate Group recently completed development of Garden Plaza Shopping Center in Santa Barbara, CA.  The 50,000 sq.ft. project consists of a 30,000 sq.ft. OfficeMax store and a 20,000 sq.ft. Smart & Final store.

  For more information, contact Chris Lattanzio at (209-431-4091).

 Simon DeBartolo and Chelsea GCA Realty recently announced plans to develop Orlando Premium outlets in Orlando, FL, near Disney World.  The 440,000 sq.ft. project is expected to open during early 2000.

  For more information, contact Simon DeBartolo at (317-636-1600) or Chelsea GCA Realty at (973-228-6111).

 CenterAmerica plans to develop Beltway South in Houston, TX.  The 130,000 sq.ft. project will be anchored by a 62,308 sq.ft. Albertson's Supermarket.  Space for a second anchor, four pad sites and 28,200 sq.ft. of small shop space will also be developed.  This project is the company's first new development project.  The company, which owns 109 shopping centers throughout FL, LA and TX, previously concentrated its efforts on acquisition and redevelopment of centers.

  For more information, contact Scott MacDonald of CenterAmerica at (713-660-4300).

 The Rouse Company recently completed construction and opened Oviedo Marketplace in Oviedo, FL.  The 820,000 sq.ft. project is anchored by a 200,000 sq.ft. Dillard's Department Store, a 180,000 sq.ft. Gayfers department store, Barnes & Noble, Bed Bath & Beyond, Footlocker Superstore, For Your Entertainment and a 22-screen Regal Cinemas.  Restaurants include Cha Cha Coconuts, Chamberlin's Market and Cafe, Ben & Jerry's Cafe, Smoothie Bee, Chick-Fil-A and Salad Creations.  In addition, more than 225,000 sq.ft. of specialty stores are included.

  For more information, contact The Rouse Company at (410-992-6326).

 Developers Diversified Realty Corporation is developing phase II of Peach Street Square Shopping Center in Erie, PA.  Phase II will consist of a 114,834 sq.ft. Home Depot store, a Circuit City store and a PetsMart store.  Phase I is anchored by Wal*Mart, Kohl's, Lowe's, Media Play and Cinemark.

  For more information, contact Developers Diversified Realty Corp. at (440-247-4700), Fax (247-1118).

  Financial News

 Borders Group, Inc. (313-913-1323) reported that its fiscal 1997 consolidated sales increased 15.7% to $2.266 billion from $1.958 billion during FY96.  Border superstores sales increased 31.9% to $1.264 billion from $958 million the previous year.  Comparable store sales at Borders increased eight percent for the year.  Sales in the Waldenbooks division fell 1.2% to $968.2 million from $979.7 million.  Comparable store sales were flat.  The company currently operates 203 Borders stores and 923 Waldenbook stores nationwide.

 Charming Shoppes, Inc. (215-245-9100) reported that its 1997 fiscal year net income was $10.8 million after posting a $7.23 million loss during FY96.  Fiscal year sales increased slightly to $1.0165 billion from $1.0162 billion during the previous year.  Comparable store sales for the year increased three percent.  During the year, the company opened 25 stores and closed 24 and ended the year operating 1,135 stores trading as Fashion Bug and Fashion Bug Plus in 42 states.  During 1998, the company plans to downsize 100 stores, eliminate the men's department at its stores and close 65 underperforming units.

 Gadzooks, Inc. (214-991-5500) reported that its fiscal 1997 net income increased to $8.28 million from $7.99 million during fiscal 1996.  Net sales for the year increased to $171.6 million from $128.3 million with comparable store sales up 1.8% for the year.  The company currently operates 257 mall-based casual apparel stores in 30 states.

 Deb Shops, Inc. (215-676-6000) reported that its fiscal year net sales increased to $205 million from $187 million the previous year.  Net income was $6.6 million after the company posted a $3.8 million loss during 1996.  The company currently operates 269 specialty apparel stores in 34 states.

 Kohl's Corporation (414-703-7000) reported that its 1997 net income increased 37.9% to $141.3 million from $102.5 million during 1996.  Net sales increased 28.1% to $1.07 billion from $846 million the previous year.  Comparable store sales increased 10% for the year.  In the coming year, the company plans to open 32 stores.  Currently, the company operates 182 department stores in 21 states.

 Garden Ridge Corp. (281-579-7901) reported that net sales for its fiscal year increased 35% to $304.7 million from $225.3 million the previous year.  Comparable store sales increased 10% for the year.  Net income increased 42% to $11.4 million from $8.03 million the previous year.  The company currently operates 21 stores offering floral, housewares, seasonal, pictures, frames, candles, party supplies, pottery, crafts, home accents and baskets in TX, FL, GA, KY, MO, NC, OK, SC, TN and VA.

 Toys 'R Us, Inc. (201-599-7850) reported that its 1997 net sales increased 11% to $11 billion from $9.9 billion during 1996.  Net earnings for the year were $490 million, up from $427 million during the previous year.  During 1997, the company opened 19 toy stores in the U.S. and 27 toy stores in Australia, Canada, France, Japan, Portgual, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.  In addition, the company's franchising and joint venture operation added 18 stores around the world.  The Babies 'R Us division acquired 73 Baby Superstores and opened 19 new locations while Kids 'R Us added three locations.  During 1998, the company plans to open 15 toy store in the U.S., approximately 35 international toy stores including 15 franchised units and as many as 20 Babies 'R Us stores.  Currently, the company operates 1,454 Toys 'R Us stores; 215 Kids 'R Us stores; 98 Babies 'R Us stores and two KidsWorld stores worldwide.

 Sunglass Hut International (800-767-0990) reported that its fiscal 1997 sales increased 9.9% to $573.8 million from $522.3 million.  Comparable store sales were flat.  For the year, the company posted a net loss of $69.7 million, compared to a net loss of $225,000 during the previous year.  The company announced that it plans to close 250 underperforming stores, including its 26-unit EyeX chain of prescription stores.  Currently, the company operates 2,111 sunglass stores nationwide and in Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore, as well as 78 Watch Station stores.

 Hills Stores Company (781-821-1000) reported a net loss for 1997 of $9 million, as compared to a net loss of $35.1 million during 1996.  Total sales for the year fell slightly to $1.768 million from $1.878 million the previous year.  The company currently operates department stores in OH, IN, NY, PA and WV.

 Ames Department Stores, Inc. (860-257-2000) reported that its fiscal 1997 net income nearly doubled to $34.5 million from $17.3 million during fiscal 1996.  Net sales for the year increased 3.3% to $2.23 billion from $2.162 billion the previous year.  Comparable store sales for the year increased 2.1%.  During 1998, the company plans to open as many as 10 department stores.  Currently, the company operates 298 stores in 14 Northeastern states.

  Buyers & Sellers

 Weingarten Properties recently formed a $200 million real estate investment fund with Harvard Private Capital Group and Lubert-Adler Real Estate Opportunity Fund, L.P.  The fund has been established to acquire shopping centers in the northeastern region.  It seeks to take advantage of opportunities that exist in the current real estate marketplace by pursuing strategies such as acquiring assets from distressed sellers at values substantially below market value and replacement costs, acquiring assets that do not attract the attention of the larger real estate funds and institutions because of their size, condition and/or negative perception; and enhancing, redeveloping and marketing these assets utilizing value-added techniques.

  For more information, contact Weingarten Properties at (610-896-9680).

 Millennium Properties, Inc. recently completed the auction sale of seven former Handy Andy and Central Hardware Stores on behalf of Belgian Conglomerate GIB, owner of the stores through bankruptcy.  The properties sold include: a 71,205 sq.ft. store in Memphis, TN.  This building was sold to Commercial Net Lease who is redeveloping the site for Office Depot and another tenant; a 58,911 sq.ft. store in Memphis, TN which was sold to Computer Associates for their corporate headquarters; a 91,458 sq.ft. store in Grand Rapids, MI was sold to Space Source; an 84,891 sq.ft. store in Toledo, OH was sold to a Toronto investment group; a 90,840 sq.ft. store in Toledo, OH was sold to a local investment group; a 53,760 sq.ft. store in St. Louis, MO was sold to a local investor; and a 78,000 sq.ft. store in Merrillville, IN was sold to a local investment group.

  For more information, contact Daniel Hyman at (312-228-3003).

 Syndicated Equities Corporation brokered the sale of a Walgreen's drug stores in Richmond, VA and Las Cruces, NM.  The purchase prices were $2.485 million and $3.377 million, respectively.  Both properties were acquired by a Chicago, IL area investor who had recently sold a large tract of farmland for development.

  For more information, contact Syndicated Equities Corporation at (312-640-9020).

 Ostendorf Morris recently brokered the sale of Meadow Park Plaza in Wilmington, OH.  The 182,000 sq.ft. project is anchored by Wal*Mart and Kroger.

  For more information, contact Rob Taylor or John Frank at (513-421-4884), Fax (421-1215).

 Fraser Enterprises has the listing to sell a Hollywood Video store in Rocky Mount, NC.  The project has a 15 year lease in place.  The company also has the listing to sell a Hollywood Video in Sanford, NC.  The project has a 15 year lease in place.  Both properties are ideal for 1031 exchanges.

  For more information, contact Bob Fraser at (407-774-7335).

 Rivercrest Realty Associates recently acquired Tottenville Square in Staten Island, NY.  The project has a 25,000 sq.ft. former A&P store that is being subdivided and is available for lease.

  For more information, contact Helen Vitaliano at (800-454-0322).

 Towle Real Estate brokered the sale of a property net leased to Video Update in Brooklyn Park, MN.  The sale price was $950,000.

  For more information, contact Keith Sturm or Michael Houge at (612-347-9332).

 CB Commercial brokered the sale of Chandler Marketplace in Chandler, AZ.  The seller was Ray & Alma School, LLC and the buyer was Don Carleton Family Trust.

  For more information, contact Robert Young at (602-735-5576).

 Holliday Fenoglio, L.P. brokered the sale of a portfolio of malls totaling 1,428,290 sq.ft.  The projects include Lakeshore Mall in Gainesville, GA; Glynn Place Mall in Brunswick, GA and Valdosta Mall in Valdosta, GA.  The company also brokered the sale of The Fashion Mall Keystone at The Crossing, a 681,000 sq.ft. project in Indianapolis, IN.

  For more information, contact Jack Crews, Barry Brown or Jim Batjer at (214-265-0880).

 Rein & Grossoehme brokered the sale of Westside Plaza in Phoenix, AZ.  The 74,416 sq.ft. project was sold by Rubin Properties to Sultan Lalani for $2.9 million.  The company brokered the sale of a 4,000 sq.ft. Peter Piper Pizza building in Goodyear, AZ.  The sale price was $395,000.  The company brokered the sale/leaseback of the 3,816 sq.ft. 5 & Diner at Arrowhead Towne Center in Phoenix, AZ.  The buyer was Midtown Niki Group and the sale price was $1.225 million.  The company also brokered the sale of a 4,000 sq.ft. freestanding Peter Piper Pizza restaurant in Goodyear, AZ.  The sale price was $395,000.  The company also brokered the sale of Shaw Butte Plaza in Phoenix, AZ.  The 25,120 sq.ft. project was sold for $2.275 million.

  For more information, contact Mark Rein, Steve Grossoehme or Jerry Robers at (602-954-7000), Fax (954-7001), E-mail (mail@high-yield.com).

 SDM, Inc. has the listing to sell a 24,000 sq.ft. shopping center in Sequin, TX.  The asking price is $1.3 million and financing is possible.

  For details, contact Marie Schmidt at (713-626-2945), Fax (961-2830).

 Divaris Real Estate, Inc. represented the seller in the sale of a one acre parcel of land at Hannaford Plaza in Virginia Beach, VA.  The buyer was ACL Development Corp. who plans to develop a Hollywood Video store.

  For more information, contact Divaris Real Estate at (804-497-2113).

 Lead Sheet

 AIJJ Enterprises

dba Foxmoor, Ups-N-Downs, Caren Charles, Rainbow

Andre Nikol

1000 Pennsylvania Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207

718-485-3000, Fax 485-3807

 Apparel

The 600+-unit chain operates locations nationwide.  The apparel stores occupy spaces of 1,800 sq.ft. to 10,000 sq.ft. in downtown store fronts, regional malls and strip centers.  Plans call for 50 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place nationwide.

 Haband Company

dba Haband Outlet Stores

Richard Elia

100 Fairview Avenue

Prospect Park, NJ 07530

973-956-2919, Fax 942-1736

 Apparel

The 17-unit chain operates locations in NJ and PA.  The apparel stores occupy spaces of 4,000 sq.ft. in strip centers.  Preferred anchors include supermarkets.  Plans call for the opening of four units in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.

 V.I.P., Inc.

dba VIP Discount Auto Centers

Robert Spencer

12 Lexington Street

Lewiston, ME 04240

207-784-5423, Fax 784-9178

 Automotive

The 41-unit chain operates locations in ME, MA and NH.  The automotive parts stores occupy spaces of 10,500 sq.ft. to 21,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities.  Preferred anchors include Kmart, Wal*Mart and supermarkets.  Plans call for as many as 12 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.  Preferred demographics include a population of 50,000 within 10 miles earning $32,000 as the average income.  Leases running 15 years are typical and the company cites Pep Boys and Parts America as competition.

 Uncle Neal's Country Convenience Stores

dba Uncle Neal's Country Convenience Stores, Smokin Discount Outlet

Neal Hoff

305 North Hastings Avenue #201

Hastings, NE 68901-5147

402-462-2700, Fax 462-2963

 Convenience Store

The five-unit chain operates locations in NE.  The convenience stores, which also sell gasoline, occupy spaces of 900 sq.ft. to 3,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities.  Plans call for two openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing market.  Preferred demographics include a population of 2,000 within one mile earning $27,000 as the average income.  Leases running five years are typical.

 Young Oil, Inc.

dba Grub Mart

Brian Young

PO Box 328

Piedmont, AL 36272

205-447-9087, Fax 447-9089

 Convenience Store

The 57-unit chain operates locations in AL.  The convenience stores occupy spaces of 2,500 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities.  Plans call for the opening of four units in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in AL and northern GA.

 Ames Department Stores, Inc.

dba Ames

John J. Hlis

2418 Main Street

Rocky Hill, CT 06067-2598

860-257-2000, Fax 257-2168

 Department Store

The 298-unit chain operates locations in 14 northeastern states.  The department stores occupy spaces of 61,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities and strip centers.  Plans call for as many as 10 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.

 Lot$off Corporation

dba Lot$off

Betty Briseno

1201 Austin Highway #116

San Antonio, TX 78209

210-805-9300, Fax 804-4952

 Discount Store

The 44-unit chain operates locations in LA, NM, OK, TN and TX.  The discount stores occupy spaces of 15,000 sq.ft. to 18,000 sq.ft. in regional malls and strip centers.  Plans call for as many as 10 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in TX.  Leases running five years are typical.

 The Bartell Drug Co.

dba Bartell Drugs

Dave Graef

4727 Denver Avenue South

Seattle, WA 98134-2316

206-763-2626, Fax 763-2062

 Drug Store

The 42-unit chain operates locations in WA.  The drug stores occupy spaces of 11,000 sq.ft. to 20,000 sq.ft. in downtown store fronts, freestanding facilities and strip centers.  Plans call for three openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing market.  Leases running 15 to 20 years are typical.

Longs Drug Stores of California, Inc.

dba Longs Drugs

Director of Real Estate

141 North Civic Drive

Walnut Creek, CA 94596-3815

510-937-1170, Fax 210-6222

 Drug Store

The 350-unit chain operates locations in CA, CO, NV and HI.  The drug stores occupy spaces of 12,000 sq.ft. to 25,000 sq.ft. in downtown store fronts, regional malls and strip centers.  Preferred anchors include supermarkets.  Plans call for 18 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.  Leases running 25 years are typical.

 Superb Sound, Inc.

dba Ovation Audio/Video Specialists

Gary McCormick

2750 Tobey Drive

Indianapolis, IN 46219

317-890-2400, Fax 890-2490

 Electronics

The eight-unit chain operates locations in KY and IN.  The electronics stores occupy spaces of 6,000 sq.ft. to 10,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities.  Plans call for two openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.  Preferred demographics include a population of 250,000 within 10 miles earning $45,000 as the average income.  Leases running five years are typical and the company cites Best Buy and Circuit City as competition.

 Mattress Discounters Corp.

dba Mattress Discounters

Larry Alpert

9822 Fallard Court

Upper Marlboro, MD 20772-6717

301-856-6755, Fax 599-8157

 Home Furnishings

The 229-unit chain operates locations in CA, CO, FL, MI, PA, MA, NH, NJ, VA, MD and Washington, D.C.  The stores, selling bedding, occupy spaces of 3,000 sq.ft. to 4,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities, power centers and regional malls.  Plans call for as many as 75 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.  Preferred demographics include a population of 150,000 within five miles earning $40,000 as the average income.  Leases running five years are typical.

 Papa Jon's

John Quinn

5000 East 2nd Street

Long Beach, CA 90803

562-439-3444, Fax 439-3554

 Health

The company operates one unit in CA.  The store, selling health foods, occupies a 6,000 sq.ft. space in a freestanding facility.  Plans call for one opening in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing market.

 Chain Reaction, Inc.

dba Chain Reaction

Lawrence Weinberg

3111 North University Drive #604

Coral Springs, FL 33065

954-796-2060, Fax 796-2066

 Jewelry

The 14-unit chain operates locations in AZ, CA, FL, PA, TX and VA.  The jewelry stores occupy spaces of 1,250 sq.ft. to 1,500 sq.ft. in outlet centers.  Plans call for the opening of four units in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.

 Hannoush Jewelers

Norman Hannoush

134 Capital Drive

West Springfield, MA 01089

413-846-4640, Fax 788-7588

 Jewelry

The 42-unit chain operates locations in CT, MA, NH, ME and NY.  The jewelry stores occupy spaces of 1,000 sq.ft. in regional malls and strip centers.  Plans call for six openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the Northeastern region.

 Moto Photo, Inc.

dba One Hour Moto Photo and Portrait Studios

Alan Cohen

4444 Lake Center Drive

Dayton, OH 45426-3868

937-854-6686, Fax 854-0140

 Photographic

The 445-unit chain operates locations in AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IA, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VT, WI and Washington, D.C.  The stores, offering one hour photo processing and portrait studios, occupy spaces of 1,200 sq.ft. to 1,400 sq.ft. in downtown store fronts, freestanding facilities and strip centers.  Preferred anchors include drug stores and supermarkets.  Plans call for 50 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.  Preferred demographics include a population of 60,000 within three miles earning $50,000 as the average household income.  Leases running five years, with a five-year option, are typical and the company is franchising.

 Alpha Graphics

Tom Camplese

3760 Commerce Drive, Suite 100

Tucson, AZ 85705

520-293-9200, Fax 887-2850

 Service

The 340-unit chain operates locations nationwide.  The stores, offering copying, printing and desktop publishing services, occupy spaces of 2,500 sq.ft. in regional malls, outlet and strip centers.  Growth opportunities are sought nationwide.

 Bally of Switzerland

Brad Wolfer

1 Bally Place

New Rochelle, NY 10801

914-883-4415, Fax 632-2047

 Shoes

The 46-unit chain operates locations in CA, FL, GA, HI, MA, NJ, NY, NV, VA and WA.  The shoe stores occupy spaces of 1,200 sq.ft. in downtown store fronts and outlet centers.  Plans call for as many as four openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place within the existing markets.

 Genesco, Inc.

dba Journeys

Frank Fox/Harvey Olsher

Genesco Park

Nashville, TN 37202

615-367-8329/8330; Fax 367-7323

 Shoes

The 182-unit chain operates locations nationwide, exclusive of the Northeastern region.  The men's and women's shoe stores occupy spaces of 1,200 sq.ft. to 1,500 sq.ft. in regional malls.  Preferred co-tenants include Pacific Sunwear, Gadzooks and Hot Topic.  Plans call for as many as 100 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.  Preferred demographics include a population of 100,000 within five miles earning $40,000 as the average income.  Leases running 10 years are typical.

 Shoe Carnival

Paul Kinney

8233 Baumgart Road

Evansville, IN 47711

812-867-4105, Fax 867-8310

 Shoes

The 95-unit chain operates locations in AL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, VA, MO, NC, OH, SC, TN, WV, AR and FL.  The family shoe stores occupy spaces of 12,000 sq.ft. in power and strip centers.  Plans call for as many as 25 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.

 Leslie's Poolmart

Kathy Hall

20222 Plummer Street

Chatsworth, CA 91311-2108

818-993-4212, Fax 993-1930

 Specialty

The 318-unit chain operates locations nationwide.  The stores, selling swimming pool supplies, occupy spaces of 3,500 sq.ft. to 4,200 sq.ft. in strip centers.  Preferred anchors include Kmart, Wal*Mart, drug stores and supermarkets.  Plans call for as many as 50 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place nationwide.  Leases running five years are typical.

 Omega Sports, Inc.

dba Omega Sports

Phil Bowman

4118 Spring Garden Street

Greensboro, NC 27407

910-854-0766, Fax 299-1043

 Sporting Goods

The 10-unit chain operates locations in NC.  The sporting good stores occupy spaces of 5,000 sq.ft. to 8,000 sq.ft. in power and strip centers.  Preferred anchors include Target, Wal*Mart, Old Navy, Zany Brainy and supermarkets.  Plans call for three openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in NC, SC and VA.  Leases running five years, with options, are typical.

 Consumers Cooperative Association

dba Megafoods, Megamarts

Rick Lambrecht

1201 South Hastings Way

Eau Claire, WI 54701-4459

715-836-8700, Fax 836-8712

 Supermarket

The 11-unit chain operates locations in WI.  The supermarkets occupy spaces of 50,000 sq.ft. to 70,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities.  Plans call for three openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in northern WI.  Leases running 15 years are typical.

 Smith's Food & Drug Centers, Inc.

dba Smith's Food & Drug Center

Wade Williams

1550 South Redwood Road

Salt Lake City, UT 84104-5105

801-974-1400, Fax 974-1662

 Supermarket

The 152-unit chain operates locations in AZ, ID, NV, NM, TX, UT and WY.  The supermarkets occupy spaces of 60,000 sq.ft. in freestanding facilities.  Plans call for 18 openings in the coming 18 months.  Expansion will take place in the existing markets.  Leases running 20 years are typical and the company cites Albertson's as competition.

 Space Place

 Alabama

 Birmingham-  Roebuck Marketplace is anchored by Winn-Dixie Marketplace, Goody's, McRae's and Harco.  The 234,000 sq.ft. project has space available for lease.  Demographics include a trade area population of 120,000 earning $36,000 as the average household income.  In Huntsville-  Blue Spring Village has a former Winn Dixie store and a former Big B Drug store available for lease.  Demographics include a trade area population of 48,000 earning $35,000 as the average household income.  In Opelika-  Parkway Shopping Center is anchored by Kroger, Kroger Drug and Movie Gallery.  The 60,200 sq.ft. project has space available for lease.  Demographics include a trade area population of 60,500 earning $37,000 as the average household income.  In Prattville-  Heritage Place is anchored by Crestview Drug.  The 30,000 sq.ft. project has space available for lease.  Demographics include a trade area population of 67,000 earning $36,000 as the average household income.

  For details, contact JP Properties, Inc. at (770-352-0056).

 California

 Larkspur-  Larkspur Landing Shopping Center is anchored by Lucky Supermarket, 24 Hour Nautilus and GNC.  The 173,000 sq.ft. project has spaces from 610 sq.ft. to 9,500 sq.ft. available for lease.  Demographics include a trade area population of 270,000 earning $75,000 as the average household income.  In San Ramon-  Diablo Plaza Shopping Center is anchored by Safeway, Longs Drugs and New York Fabrics.  The 178,000 sq.ft. project has spaces from 1,300 sq.ft. to 1,680 sq.ft. available for lease.  Demographics include a five-mile population of 90,000 earning $87,000 as the average household income.

  For details, contact Matt Krupp of Hollis & Associates, Inc. at (415-461-4365).

 Florida

Coral Springs-  Royal Eagle Plaza is anchored by Kmart.  The 192,817 sq.ft. project has a 6,893 sq.ft. in-line space and a 3,000 sq.ft. outparcel available for lease.  Demographics include a three-mile population of 84,266 earning $66,872 as the average income.  The site is located near Coral Square Mall.  In Miami-  Trail Plaza is anchored by Winn-Dixie and Walgreens.  The 180,000 sq.ft. project has spaces from 1,024 sq.ft. to 22,000 sq.ft. available for lease.  Demographics include a three-mile population of 175,904 earning $45,331 as the average income.

  For details, contact A.T. Toroyan or A. Kwiat of Rotella Group at (954-765-0778), Fax (523-7745).

 Louisiana

 Gretna-  Towne Square Shopping Center has spaces from 1,200 sq.ft. to 25,600 sq.ft. available for lease.  Demographics include a three-mile population of 125,557 earning $39,216 as the average household income.

  For details, contact John Joseph of Rosen Associates Management Corp. at (516-822-5350), Fax (433-3821).

 Maryland

 Bel Air-  Campus Hills Shopping Center is anchored by Food Lion and Ames.  The 166,000 sq.ft. project has spaces of 900 sq.ft. and 1,400 sq.ft. available for lease.  Demographics include a three-mile population of 34,167 earning $58,494 as the average household income.  The project is expected to undergo a renovation this year.

  For details, contact Joshua Weinkranz of Rosen Associates Management Corp. at (516-822-5350), Fax (433-3821).

 Nebraska

 Omaha-  Brookside Plaza is anchored by No Frills Supermarket.  The 91,000 sq.ft. project has spaces of 1,250 sq.ft. and 2,500 sq.ft. available for lease.  Demographics include a three-mile population of 71,411 earning $57,908 as the average household income.

  For details, contact Joshua Weinkranz of Rosen Associates Management Corp. at (516-822-5350), Fax (433-3821).

 New Jersey

 Irvington-  Lyons Plaza is anchored by Pathmark Supermarket.  The 78,000 sq.ft. project has spaces of 1,500 sq.ft., 2,900 sq.ft. and 3,500 sq.ft. available for lea