Belpointe PREP, LLC Acquires New Opportunity Zone Property in Nashville, Tennessee

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Belpointe PREP, LLC (NYSE American: OZ) has successfully acquired a 5.92-acre development site in Nashville, Tennessee for $16.2 million. This is the fifth investment in Nashville, where many companies are expanding, driving demand for rental housing. Partnering with CA South Development, the site will feature multiple mixed-use buildings. Belpointe OZ has raised over $345 million for its opportunity fund and has an extensive development pipeline totaling over $1.3 billion in project costs.

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• Acquisition of a strategic development site in Nashville to meet increasing rental demand.
• Collaboration with local developer CA South Development enhances local market expertise.
• Nashville's growth attracts major companies, indicating potential for rental unit success.
• Strong financial backing with over $345 million raised for development projects.

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GREENWICH, Conn., Dec. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Belpointe PREP, LLC (NYSE American: OZ) (“Belpointe OZ” or the “Company”), a publicly traded qualified opportunity fund, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of a new development site in Nashville, Tennessee, for an aggregate purchase price of $16.2 million, exclusive of transaction costs. The approximately 5.92-acre site is located within an opportunity zone on the riverfront in East Nashville, Tennessee. This marks Belpointe OZ’s fifth investment in Nashville.

Belpointe has partnered with CA South Development, which is a developer local to the Nashville market. The future development site will consist of multiple mixed-use buildings with varying heights, unit counts, and amenities.

According to Costar Group, numerous companies such as Amazon.com, Inc., Oracle Corporation, AllianceBernstein Holding L.P., Capgemini SE, and others continue to expand their footprint in Nashville, creating fresh demand for rental housing units. According to a 2023 report commissioned by the nonprofit real estate research and policy organization Urban Land Institute, Nashville is the number one market for real estate investing.

“The team and I are very excited to expand our footprint in the highly desirable Nashville market” said Brandon Lacoff, Chief Executive Officer of Belpointe OZ, “the data continues to show that Nashville is a strong market supported by solid fundamentals including job growth and population growth which translates into strong demand for rental units.”

About Belpointe OZ

Belpointe OZ is a publicly traded qualified opportunity fund, listed on NYSE American under the symbol “OZ.” To date, Belpointe OZ has raised more than $345 million of equity capital in its ongoing qualified opportunity fund offering, with over 2,500 units in its development pipeline throughout four cities, representing an approximate total project cost of over $1.3 billion.

Belpointe OZ has filed a registration statement (including a prospectus) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) for the offer and sale of up to $750,000,000 of Class A units representing limited liability interests in Belpointe OZ (the “Class A units”). Before you invest, you should read Belpointe OZ’s most recent prospectus and the other documents that it has filed with the SEC for more complete information about Belpointe OZ and the offering. Investing in Belpointe OZ’s Class A units involves a high degree of risk, including a complete loss of investment. Prior to making an investment decision, you should carefully consider Belpointe OZ’s investment objectives and strategy, risk factors, fees and expenses and any tax consequences that may results from an investment in Belpointe OZ’s Class A units. To view Belpointe OZ’s most recent prospectus containing this and other important information visit sec.gov or belpointeoz.com. Alternatively, you may request Belpointe OZ send you the prospectus by calling (203) 883-1944 or emailing claidlaw@belpointe.com. Read the prospectus in its entirety before making an investment decision.

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Investor and Media Relations Contact:

Cody H. Laidlaw
Belpointe PREP, LLC
255 Glenville Road
Greenwich, Connecticut 06831
IR@belpointeoz.com
203-883-1944

FAQ

What is Belpointe OZ's recent acquisition about?

Belpointe OZ has acquired a 5.92-acre development site in Nashville for $16.2 million.

Why is the Nashville market significant for Belpointe OZ?

Nashville is experiencing strong demand for rental housing due to job and population growth.

Who did Belpointe OZ partner with for the Nashville development?

Belpointe OZ partnered with CA South Development, a local Nashville developer.

How much has Belpointe OZ raised for its opportunity fund?

Belpointe OZ has raised over $345 million for its ongoing qualified opportunity fund offerings.

What is the total project cost for Belpointe OZ's developments?

The total project cost for developments in the pipeline is approximately $1.3 billion.