News & Articles

Posted January 21, 2021 A number of first-time entrants have gotten into the race to acquire full-service hotels and resorts. Private and individual investors have been quickly moving into the…

Posted January 4, 2021 For some investors, renovating during minor displacement could yield the highest ROI.   Much has been written on the unprecedented impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on…

Tampa, Fla. (December 18, 2020) – The Plasencia Group is pleased to announce that it represented Hobbs & Curry Family Limited Partnership in the sale of the Hilton Dallas Southlake…

Lodging asset owners and lenders have options when the sale of a distressed asset is required due to market dynamics like those in today’s economic environment. This article, written by…

NFL championship in February will propel Tampa Bay into national spotlight, even if visitor numbers aren’t as robust as initially anticipated. by Kevin McQuaid, Business Observer Lou Plasencia was quoted…

Despite uncertainty about its direct economic impact, Tampa Bay business leaders are optimistic about the Super Bowl's marketing value to the region. by Editorial Staff, Business Observer Lou Plasencia was…

Tampa, Fla. (October 6, 2020) – Ryan McNamara has joined The Plasencia Group’s investment advisory team as Managing Director based in the company’s Chicago, Illinois office. Mr. McNamara will cover the…

Tampa, Fla. (September 3, 2020) – The Plasencia Group is pleased to announce completion of the sale of the Hilton Garden Inn Oklahoma City Airport in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Champion…

Some segments of the market, such as smaller, drive-to leisure hotels, have seen an uptick in demand. Others continue to struggle. by Sebastian Obando, National Real Estate Investor Nick Plasencia…

One Tampa expert says those days should return, but it could take awhile. And many hotels are likely to change hands. by Susan Martin, Tampa Bay Times Lou Plasencia was…