Michael Schwartz

Michael Schwartz is the editor of Richmond BizSense, and covers banking, lawsuits, finance, M&A and golf. He can be reached at [email protected] or 804-855-1037.

Richmond lawyer’s side gig eyes ‘mini-IPO’

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For years, Rob Kaplan has worked to make himself a go-to attorney for companies looking to go public. Now he says it’s his turn to practice what he preaches.

Local golf course headed to foreclosure

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With a sale pending to an out-of-town buyer, the noteholder of a shuttered golf course in Chester is moving to take control of the property.

Health system makes more cuts in Richmond

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As it continues to try to gain traction in the Richmond market, a Hampton Roads-based health system is further consolidating its local operations.

City, furniture maker close $1.75M deal near the Diamond

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Concluding a deal with the city three years in the making, a local furniture maker finalized its purchase last week of a property off North Boulevard that will be transformed into its new $9 million headquarters.

Shooting range opens next to Ashland Bass Pro

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With a hunting and retail giant in its view, a Northern Virginia-based indoor shooting range brand is up and running with a new location in Hanover County.

Shareholder sues to block $2.7B Genworth deal

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A local Fortune 500 company’s deal to be acquired and taken private by a Chinese conglomerate has caught the ire of at least one disgruntled investor.

Abingdon bank is Richmond-bound

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A $1.5 billion privately held institution headquartered in Abingdon, Virginia has secured its first physical presence in the Richmond market.