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Irish Daily Mirror
29-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Galway Races tips: 'I'm planning on making a Fortune on the second night'
A TRAPPY Tuesday for punters at Galway as the second night sees five flat races, three of them handicaps. Events in Glorious Goodwood earlier in the day means several younger riders are getting an opportunity to shine for bigger yards and it could be a huge evening for young Jack Cleary in the Coolmore silks. Incredibly the Colm Quinn Mile must be one of the very few big races on the Irish flat calendar that Aidan O'Brien has never won but Cleary will be hoping to change that stat tonight on Mississippi River. 5.05 - COLM QUINN BMW Novice Hurdle A cracking novice hurdle that wouldn't look out of place in a Grade 1 over the winter months with the vote going to the Willie Mullins-trained filly LA NOTE VERTE. She looks the type that'll really enjoy the good ground, being by Australia, and comes here having won a bumper and two hurdle races at Listowel and Roscommon. She was impressive in that Roscommon race, and wasn't asked a question in drawing clear two out and she could make a Festival horse next spring. Vicar Street merits real respect from the same stable in the JP McManus silks and won his maiden hurdle at Roscommon in impressive fashion. SÉLECTION: LA NOTE VERTE Each-way: Vicar Street 5.37 - Latin Quarter Beginners Chase LISNAGAR FORTUNE was very disappointing last time out but his previous effort at the Punchestown Festival when third in a valuable handicap chase would give him a chance. Paul Townend has elected to ride Willie Mullins' other runner My Great Mate but he may have made the wrong decision as this son of Soldier Of Fortune has the ability to win. He'll need to improve his jumping and run to a better level than his 127 rating but is the pick of the three Closutton contenders. King Of Kingsfield is a horse with plenty of ability and ran off 146 at the Cheltenham Festival in a handicap hurdle so he'll be expected to make a decent chaser for Gordon Elliott and Gigginstown. TIP: LISNAGAR FORTUNE Each-way: King Of Kingsfield 6.07 - COLM QUINN BMW Irish EBF Fillies Maiden AMELIA EARHART can reverse placings with runner-up Thenandnow from their meeting at Leopardstown earlier this month. Aidan O'Brien's daughter of Camelot was unusually well supported for a Ballydoyle juvenile on debut but ran green and should come on a tonne for that racecourse experience. Young Jack Cleary is entrusted with the ride with both Ryan Moore and Wayne Lordan at Goodwood and although stall six will be a challenge, she should prove to be good enough. A field of eight runners makes each-way betting appeal and Paddy Twomey's debutant Black Caviar Gold has to be respected. TIP: AMELIA EARHART Each-way: Black Caviar Gold 6.40 - COLM QUINN BMW Mile Handicap NORWALK HAVOC was beaten only a neck in this race last year off 4lbs higher and from a crucially important low draw, the Jessica Harrington-trained four-year-old can go one place better. He went on to win a Listed race Leopardstown on heavy ground and warmed up for this race with an encouraging effort in a Group 3 race back at the Dublin venue last month. Harrington has surprisingly never won this day two feature at Galway but with a good break this frontrunning gelding may end her losing run under stable jockey Shane Foley. Fourteen are declared and Mississippi River is one who could sneak into a place with Aidan O'Brien having given 5lbs claimer Jack Cleary the nod for his three-year-old. It's over 20 years since this race went to a horse from the Classic generation but he comes here having run well to finish fourth in the Nasrullah Handicap and only carries 8st8lbs with Cleary's claim and the age allowance. TIP: NORWALK HAVOC Each-way: Mississippi River REPRO FREE ***PRESS RELEASE NO REPRODUCTION FEE*** EDITORIAL USE ONLY Naas Racing, Naas Racecourse, Kildare 13/10/2024 Trainer Jessica Harrington Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Morgan Treacy 7.15 - Caulfield Industrial Irish EBF Maiden This doesn't look a strong race with Jessica Harrington's COLLECTING COIN looking an obvious selection judged on his two placed outings at Cork and the Curragh. He is susceptible to an unexposed newcomer but his neck defeat to Fingerpaint on Guineas weekend at Flat HQ is form that should be good enough here. He's been gelded since and stall five is not a bad result in a race where being drawn low is crucial. Dermot Weld's Raykir is rated 80 and respected at this venue coming from Roswell House. TIP: COLLECTING COIN Each-way: Raykir 7.50 - Handicap ALPHA CAPTURE has only been seen twice since finishing runner-up in a handicap here 12 months ago and connections patience can be rewarded in this competitive contest. Trained by Willie Mullins for Simon Munir and Isaac Souede he was previously trained in the UK by William Haggas and must surely have a victory in him soon having also finished second on his seasonal debut at Leopardstown. Mullins has booked the wily Seamus Heffernan and the five-year-old could well be thrown in off a mark of 77. Nicola Burns is a name we may hear of plenty this week as she's a very good apprentice and she could well steer Titanium into a place for Ciaran Murphy. TIP: ALPHA CAPTURE Each-way: Titanium 8.20 - Caulfield Industrial Handicap Another very trick handicap to finish day two but LOINGSEOIR is a seasoned campaigner that might just produce his best for the talented Nicola Burns, claiming 7lbs. The nine-year-old has been a marvellous servant to Michael Grassick winning six times from his 63 races having cost just E1,000 as a yearling. He has been holding his form well over the summer and loves coming with a run off a fast pace and in a big field, which is what he'll get tonight. TIP: LOINGSEOIR Each-way: Rampage
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New Florida laws will impact property owners: Here's what to know
The Brief The Florida Association of Realtors is claiming victory now that the 2025 Florida Legislative session is over. A key highlight for residential real estate: $50 million has been allocated for down-payment assistance programs for essential workers, including teachers and first responders. Critics say the legislature didn't go far enough on the state's broader housing issues. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The 2025 Florida Legislative session has wrapped up, and the Florida Association of Realtors is calling it a major victory for property owners and the real estate market. With a combination of targeted budget allocations and new laws, the session addressed a range of housing and property issues across the state. Big picture view A key highlight for residential real estate: $50 million has been allocated for down-payment assistance programs for essential workers, including teachers and first responders. The initiative is designed to help more Floridians "get a foot in the door" of homeownership. "At the end of the day, we gotta put our foot in the door. And I think that's how a lot of people see real estate nowadays," said Jack Cleary, a Florida realtor. READ: New Florida laws taking effect July 1: Here's what you need to know Additionally, the My Safe Florida Home Program received $280 million to help homeowners fortify their properties against hurricanes and other storms. Realtors say it's a step toward keeping more people in their homes safely. "We only have so many buyers in the pool and we have a lot of inventory," Cleary noted, emphasizing the need to support both supply and demand. Perhaps the most significant policy win for commercial property owners is the repeal of the Business Rent Tax, a move Republican lawmakers say could save Florida businesses over $900 million. What they're saying "If those tax breaks give relief to corporations to allow them to grow and prosper in Florida, that is good for the employees, the Floridians that work for those companies," said Rep. Lawrence McClure (R-District 68). The legislature also passed new protections for property owners dealing with squatters, particularly in commercial and vacation rentals. Property owners can now take quicker legal action to remove unlawful occupants. "Being able to have them arrested or have that consequence over their head is great," said Josh Bradley, a vacation rental owner. "They cost me a lot of money." The other side Not all lawmakers are satisfied. Critics say the legislature didn't go far enough on the state's broader housing issues. "Housing affordability is a major crisis right now. Property insurance is out of control. And the reality is that this session did not deliver on any of those problems," said Rep. Anna Eskamani (D-Orange County). Additional legislation passed this session will now require better flood risk disclosures for long-term renters and increased transparency around mobile home park lot conditions. The Source This story was written with information gathered by FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app: Apple | Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter Follow FOX 13 on YouTube
Business Wire
28-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
CONAM Expands Dallas-Fort Worth Portfolio with Acquisition of 325-Unit Luxury Community, The Maxwell
SAN DIEGO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CONAM Strategic Investments Fund IV LP, a discretionary fund sponsored by The CONAM Group (CONAM), is pleased to announce the purchase of The Maxwell, a 325-unit Class A multi-family community in Frisco, Texas. This property adds to CONAM's portfolio within The Dallas-Fort Worth market and is the latest acquisition in Fund IV. Completed in 2018, The Maxwell features three and four story buildings with a central podium deck parking structure providing convenient and secure access for the residents. The high-end unit interiors boast exceptional quality with features such as Sonos speaker packages, 10' to 14' ceilings, luxury kitchens and bathrooms with significant storage, exterior balconies, large walk-in closets, and built-in desk areas. The community amenities include a clubhouse with coffee bar and conference rooms, and a courtyard with grilling stations, fire pits, and outdoor TVs. 'CONAM has been focused on expanding its presence in the Dallas-Fort Worth region seeking high quality assets at an attractive cost basis. We are pleased with the addition of The Maxwell to our portfolio as it complements our fund investment strategy and holdings throughout Texas,' says Jack Cleary, CONAM's Eastern US Acquisitions Director. 'The Maxwell is a best-in-class asset and will continue to flourish in the dynamic Frisco market with its nation-leading population growth and corporate headquarter relocations.' The Maxwell is located within a luxury master-planned community called the Canals at Grand Park, which includes single family homes with values ranging from $600,000 to $2,000,000 and the A+ rated Frisco Independent School District. The community's central location in Frisco places it less than 10 minutes from over 10.3 million square feet of class A office space. Nearby mixed-use developments include the Star, Frisco Square, and Fields West, home to the PGA's new headquarters. Directly across the street, the City of Frisco is constructing Grand Park, which at full build-out will encompass a 260-acre park with a 7,500-person event lawn, food trucks, substantial sports facilities, and a nature preserve with over 114 acres of trails and botanic gardens. CONAM continues to evaluate opportunities that align with our investment strategy in Fund IV. We are active buyers within the market and are excited to continue to grow the portfolio nationally.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CONAM Expands Dallas-Fort Worth Portfolio with Acquisition of 325-Unit Luxury Community, The Maxwell
SAN DIEGO, Calif., May 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CONAM Strategic Investments Fund IV LP, a discretionary fund sponsored by The CONAM Group (CONAM), is pleased to announce the purchase of The Maxwell, a 325-unit Class A multi-family community in Frisco, Texas. This property adds to CONAM's portfolio within The Dallas-Fort Worth market and is the latest acquisition in Fund IV. Completed in 2018, The Maxwell features three and four story buildings with a central podium deck parking structure providing convenient and secure access for the residents. The high-end unit interiors boast exceptional quality with features such as Sonos speaker packages, 10' to 14' ceilings, luxury kitchens and bathrooms with significant storage, exterior balconies, large walk-in closets, and built-in desk areas. The community amenities include a clubhouse with coffee bar and conference rooms, and a courtyard with grilling stations, fire pits, and outdoor TVs. "CONAM has been focused on expanding its presence in the Dallas-Fort Worth region seeking high quality assets at an attractive cost basis. We are pleased with the addition of The Maxwell to our portfolio as it complements our fund investment strategy and holdings throughout Texas," says Jack Cleary, CONAM's Eastern US Acquisitions Director. "The Maxwell is a best-in-class asset and will continue to flourish in the dynamic Frisco market with its nation-leading population growth and corporate headquarter relocations." The Maxwell is located within a luxury master-planned community called the Canals at Grand Park, which includes single family homes with values ranging from $600,000 to $2,000,000 and the A+ rated Frisco Independent School District. The community's central location in Frisco places it less than 10 minutes from over 10.3 million square feet of class A office space. Nearby mixed-use developments include the Star, Frisco Square, and Fields West, home to the PGA's new headquarters. Directly across the street, the City of Frisco is constructing Grand Park, which at full build-out will encompass a 260-acre park with a 7,500-person event lawn, food trucks, substantial sports facilities, and a nature preserve with over 114 acres of trails and botanic gardens. CONAM continues to evaluate opportunities that align with our investment strategy in Fund IV. We are active buyers within the market and are excited to continue to grow the portfolio nationally. View source version on Contacts Sydney Westfallconam@ Sign in to access your portfolio
