Spotlights

Building on previous years trends, another strong year for the Conn. multifamily market for 2014

2013 was a great year to be in the Connecticut multifamily arena and 2014 is expected to be equally as attractive. As the year begins, apart...

2014 presents many opportunities in construction industry

There are many reasons for optimism regarding the prospects for a strengthening commercial construction industry in 2014. Several market seg...

Most national regions will benefit from national and global upward support in economic activity

Fundamentals are firming as reflected in GDP forecast of 3% for 2014. The IMF joined the consensus at 2.8% for 2014 in its updated outlook r...

Build-to-suit projects are back after 6 years of uncertainty

Positive energy seemed to be the theme for 2013 in all commercial market sectors. New England and national developers were more active, aggr...

Why use the services of a commercial mortgage broker? To get the best deal for the client

With the range of lending sources available today to the real estate developer and owner, the question is always asked, why use the services...

Greater Springfield's office and industrial markets continue to experience increased interest and activity

Greater Springfield's office and industrial markets continue to experience increased interest and activity with positive signs of a recoveri...

Who profits at the tap? The liquor licensing authorities want to know

Bar and restaurant owners recently seeking approval for the direct issuance or transfer of a liquor license have learned that the local lice...

With the New Year we have opportunities for change and expectations of what the year will bring

We all have great ambition to start the New Year off with working smarter, being more focused, and better informed. This is expected by soci...

How the world sees Boston's booming real estate markets: An urban area moving forward

With CBRE's worldwide reach, I never know what the next telephone call or email will bring. This article is the result of recent assignments...

Beware of 2014 tax law changes impacting real estate owners; some are positive, others negative

As 2014 begins, several changes in real estate tax laws have occurred. These changes will have a considerable effect on how real estate-rela...