NewPoint Originates $34.6 Million Bridge-to-Agency Financing for Hotel-to-Multifamily Conversion in Arlington, VA

ARLINGTON, VA — (July 10, 2026) — NewPoint Real Estate Capital LLC (“NewPoint”) has originated a $34.6 million floating-rate bridge-to-agency loan for the acquisition and planned conversion of Clarion Collection Arlington Court Suites, a 187-unit property located in Arlington, Virginia.

The bridge loan, which was used to finance the purchase of the extended-stay hospitality property, includes future funding for capital improvements and is structured to support the borrower’s business plan to convert the asset into a multifamily community. The financing provides the sponsor the flexibility to execute a phased renovation and lease-up strategy, with a path to a permanent agency takeout upon stabilization.

The financing was originated by NewPoint Director, Jacob Gabriel, on behalf of the borrower, Goodhomes Communities LLC, a private real estate investment company focused on acquiring well-located, under-performing hospitality and seniors housing assets and converting them into essential housing for America’s workforce.

“This transaction underscores the increased momentum behind adaptive reuse opportunities, particularly in high-barrier-to-entry markets like Arlington,” said Mr. Gabriel. “We structured a flexible bridge-to-agency solution with future funding to support the borrower’s renovation and lease-up plan, positioning the asset for a successful stabilization and long-term financing,” he added.

“We continue to see compelling opportunities to convert underutilized hospitality assets into much-needed housing,” said Adam Feldman, Managing Partner of Goodhomes Communities LLC. “With its residential-style configuration and transit-oriented location, the asset is well-suited for conversion, and NewPoint’s financing supports a seamless execution of our business plan,” he said.

Currently operating as an extended-stay hotel, Clarion Collection Arlington Court Suites will undergo a comprehensive repositioning to multifamily use, leveraging its existing residential-style layouts, full kitchens, and oversized unit configurations. The conversion is expected to be primarily cosmetic in scope, enabling an efficient transition to apartment use while minimizing construction complexity and execution risk. Upon completion, the property will offer a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units within Arlington’s Rosslyn-Ballston Corridor, a highly walkable, transit-oriented location just steps from the Courthouse Metro Station with direct access to Washington, D.C. and surrounding employment hubs. The sponsor will announce the property’s new name at a later date.

About NewPoint Real Estate Capital LLC
NewPoint is a national commercial real estate platform delivering capital solutions, loan servicing, and investment sales in support of the multifamily, affordable housing, seniors housing, healthcare, student housing, and manufactured housing sectors. The firm leverages technology, data, capital, and the expertise of its industry-leading team to drive execution and create value across the lifecycle of a property. In addition to being a Fannie Mae DUS®, Freddie Mac Optigo®, and FHA/HUD MAP and LEAN lender, the company also offers proprietary bridge, ground lease, and affordable housing financing. NewPoint is owned by Franklin BSP Realty Trust (“FBRT”). FBRT is externally managed by Benefit Street Partners L.L.C., a wholly owned subsidiary of Franklin Resources, Inc. ("Franklin Templeton”), one of the world’s largest independent investment managers with $1.74 trillion in total assets under management (as of April 30, 2026). To view NewPoint’s licensing information, please visit newpoint.com/licensing-disclosures/.

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