Younan, commenting on the deal with Rubicon Capital, says thatYounan Finance is "continuing our aggressive acquisitionactivities" to add to the firm's existing portfolio of securities.He says that the company will continue to purchase stabilized,performing notes that are backed by assets in key markets.

Most of the assets that back the new Younan acquisition operateat 100% occupancy with a stable tenant base that includes federalgovernment agencies and Fortune 100 companies. This will ensure"immediate, positive cash flow," Younan adds.

Younan formed its Finance Group in April this year to acquire abroad range of debt and debt-related securities and instrumentsbacked by commercial real estate. The group initially plans toinvest up to $200 million in performing and underperforming officeloans throughout the country in transactions ranging from $5million to $100 million.