Eagle Point Credit Management has backed the recapitalisation of Tanenbaum Equity Partners’ $450m (€395m) US government-leased 1.6m sqft nationwide real estate portfolio by way of a preferred equity investment.

The recapitalisation of the 98-property TEP Government Holdings is also supported by senior debt from Centennial Bank alongside equity from TEP’s principals.

The portfolio spans 24 states and is 98% occupied across 30 federal government agencies, with a weighted average remaining lease term of 5.2 years, TEP said.

Sunny Sajnani, CEO of Tanenbaum Equity Partners, said: “Over the last decade, we’ve built one of the nation’s largest privately owned portfolios of federally leased real estate.

“This recapitalisation establishes a long-term capital structure that reflects the quality and stability of our assets while creating a strong foundation for the next phase of our acquisition strategy.�

Richard Tanenbaum, chairman of Tanenbaum Equity Partners, said: “I’ve spent my career focused on building real estate platforms that can perform through changing market cycles, and this transaction reflects that same long-term philosophy.

“What the TEP team has built in the government-leased sector is exceptional. This recapitalisation validates the strength of the portfolio and gives us the flexibility to continue growing it thoughtfully for the next generation.�

Jaime Milgram, vice president at Eagle Point, said: “Government-leased real estate offers durable cash flows and attractive risk-adjusted characteristics. TEP has assembled a high-quality portfolio that aligns well with our investment strategy, and we’re pleased to support the platform’s next stage of growth.â€�

Becky Tanenbaum Mallace, COO of Tanenbaum Equity Partners, said: “Federal agencies continue to rely on specialised facilities owned by the private sector, creating durable demand for well-located government-leased assets.

“Through disciplined acquisitions, proactive asset management, and a strong lease renewal track record, we’ve built a portfolio designed for long-term performance. This recapitalisation positions us to continue executing that strategy for years to come.�

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