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Boathouse Hua Hin to develop condo project

March 30, 2012

Two Thai condominium development projects were recently announced by Boathouse Hua Hin worth a total 2.9 billion baht (USD $94 million), according to the Bangkok Post.

More investors to get involved with medical office properties

March 30, 2012

A report from Marcus & Milichap showed that the commercial real estate industry could see a spike in interest from investors when it comes to medical office properties through the remainder of the year, according to GlobeSt.com.

Inland American purchases five hotels for $393M

March 30, 2012

Inland American Lodging Group recently announced that it had purchased five hotels located across the United States for a total of $393.1 million.

AREA announces office property sale to STRS

March 30, 2012

The San Francisco commercial real estate office property which is leased to BlackRock was recently contracted to be sold by AREA Property Partners for $238 million.

BCG on verge of completing Grubb & Ellis purchase

March 29, 2012

BCG Partners recently announced that it was set to move forward with the purchase of commercial real estate services company Grubb & Ellis, after receiving approval from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.

Large multifamily complex planned for Manila

March 29, 2012

The first commercial real estate condominium to be designed by MissoniHome will be created in Manila, Philippines, according to a report from Century Properties Group.

South African CRE market witnesses disappointing growth in 2011

March 29, 2012

The commercial real estate market in South Africa experienced slow growth during 2011 compared to the previous year, but recovery is still occurring, according to IPD South Africa.

Siam Piwat to lead massive Thai development

March 29, 2012

Siam Piwat will partner will Charoen Pokphand Group and Magnolia Quality Development Corporation to create a major development across from the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok Hotel, according to the Bangkok Post.

Global CRE forecast looks improved despite lingering issues

March 29, 2012

A report from Cushman & Wakefield showed that the current commercial real estate market may be on track for improvement across the world.

SoftBank Group purchases Japan Dome

March 28, 2012

The Fukuoka Yahoo! Japan Dome was recently purchased by the SoftBank Group for approximately 87 billion yen (USD $1.04 billion), according to a report.

Mapletree expands South Korean interests

March 28, 2012

A recent report from Mapletree Logistics Trust Management noted that the commercial real estate company recently purchased two cold storage warehouses in South Korea.

Office building in D.C. receives LEED Platinum certification

March 28, 2012

A recent report from commercial real estate services company Cassidy Turley revealed that Terrell Place in Washington, D.C. has been awarded the LEED Platinum certification for existing buildings.

Bill would require U.S. government to cut down on excess property holdings

March 28, 2012

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a bill that would require the federal government to cut down on its property inventory, as billions are wasted on excess buildings and plots of land.

U.S. commercial real estate sales may skyrocket in 2012

March 27, 2012

Peter Roberts, chief executive officer of the Americas division of Jones Lang LaSalle, noted in an interview that as the economy recovers, American commercial real estate transactions may jump by as much as 20 percent this year, according to Bloomberg.

Thai housing developer plans B800m project

March 27, 2012

Orchid Group, a commercial real estate housing developer based in Thailand, recently announced plans for a new condominium development project worth approximately B800m (USD $26 million), according to the Bangkok Post.

Brandywine sells Virginia office property for $91.1M

March 27, 2012

A recent sale of a commercial real estate property was completed by Brandywine Realty Trust, worth $91.1 million.

Broadstone REIT purchases $61M in properties

March 27, 2012

Commercial real estate investment trust Broadstone recently purchased 18 properties across the United States for a total of $61 million.

St. Johns Centre sold for £76.5M

March 26, 2012

A Liverpool retail property was recently sold by Land Securities to InfraRed Capital Partners for £76.5 million (USD $121 million).

HFF oversees New Jersey housing complex sale for $63M

March 26, 2012

A multi-housing complex located in Wachtung and North Plainfield, New Jersey, was recently purchased for $63 million, according to a report.

Distressed commercial real estate loans decline during January

March 26, 2012

A report from Delta Associates showed that distressed loans intended for real estate properties in the U.S. declined in January, according to The Washington Post.

Significant CRE developments planned for China by 2020

March 26, 2012

A report from Jones Lang LaSalle showed that the Chinese commercial real estate market is expanding, and could make significant additions by 2020.

Apartment market at risk of bubble, says Chandan

March 26, 2012

A recent report from Chandan Economics warned that current lending practices, coupled with market conditions, could set the apartment sector of the U.S. commercial real estate market up for a bubble.

CPPIB purchases interest in two Vancouver buildings for $230M

March 23, 2012

The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board recently revealed that it has purchased a 50 percent interest in two commercial real estate properties in downtown Vancouver.

Apartment complex sold in Hawaii for $73.5M

March 23, 2012

A multifamily community in Hawaii was recently purchased by The Bascom Group for approximately $73.5 million.

NYC hotel property purchased by GB Lodging

March 23, 2012

GB Lodging, a New York City-based commercial real estate investment firm, recently announced its purchase of 5 Beekman Street.

Saigon Co.Op, Mapletree start new Vietnam shopping mall

March 22, 2012

Construction of a new commercial real estate property in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, SC VivoCity, recently got underway.

China city trying to grow luxury hotel market

March 22, 2012

A city in southern China is attempting to make a splash in the commercial real estate market, as it is in the process of adding a series of hotels to help transform it into a resort town, according to China Radio International.

Tristan CCP III purchases German CRE properties for ?90 million

March 22, 2012

A report from Tristan CCP III revealed that the company purchased two commercial real estate office buildings in Germany for approximately ?90 million (USD $118.5 million).

CRE market will improve in late 2012, says Cushman & Wakefield

March 21, 2012

A report from Cushman & Wakefield showed that while the global commercial real estate situation started strong and ended in a slowdown during 2011, the opposite may happen in 2012.

Pakuwon to develop five properties for $141.7 million

March 21, 2012

Indonesian commercial real estate developer PT Pakuwon Jati Tbk recently announced its intentions to develop five properties for Rp 1.3 trillion (USD $141.7 million), according to The Jakarta Post.

Australian CRE market flooded by foreign investors

March 21, 2012

More foreign investors are testing Australian property waters due to world economic troubles, and the Melbourne commercial real estate office market may notice an increased amount of non-Australian investment activity because of it, according to the Brisbane Times.

Maple Tree Trust purchases seven Japanese warehouses for $231.6M

March 20, 2012

Maple Tree Logistics Trust recently announced its intention to buy seven warehouse properties in Japan for ¥17.5 billion (USD $231.6 million).

$95M Seattle tower set to be completed by 2013

March 20, 2012

A joint venture between commercial real estate companies Goodman Real Estate and Harbor Urban will develop a recently purchased property into a large multifamily tower.

Brookfield purchases Calgary CRE property

March 20, 2012

A report from Brookfield Office Properties showed that it recently agreed to purchase a parking garage in downtown Calgary.

Investcorp purchases Northern California portfolio

March 19, 2012

The American section of Investcorp's commercial real estate business recently purchased a portfolio of mixed-use properties in Northern California for approximately $65 million.

Boston Properties completes $615M purchase

March 16, 2012

Boston Properties, a commercial real estate investment trust, recently finalized the purchase of the building located at 100 Federal Street in Boston for approximately $615 million.

Kennedy Wilson, Fairfax announce partnership for European properties

March 15, 2012

Commercial real estate company Kennedy Wilson recently released a statement showing that it has finalized a partnership with Fairfax Financial Holdings, worth approximately ?250 million (USD$315.7 million).

CRE purchases may be easier as NPLs increase

March 15, 2012

The commercial real estate market may continue to display affordable purchasing conditions, as many banks may be looking to sell off distressed properties, according to a report from Ernst & Young.

Taiwan witnesses CRE transaction improvement

March 15, 2012

A report from Jones Lang LaSalle revealed that Taiwan moved up to 15th place when it comes to world commercial real estate property transactions during 2011.

CREIT purchases share of office property in Alberta for $89.9M

March 14, 2012

Canadian Real Estate Investment Trust recently announced it purchased a 50 percent share in a commercial real estate office property located in Calgary, Alberta, for $89.9 million (USD$90.8 million).

Crombie REIT purchases multiple Canadian shopping centers

March 14, 2012

Commercial real estate investment trust Crombie REIT recently announced it purchased 22 Canadian shopping centers for approximately $255 million.

Goodman Group officially opens Interlink in Hong Kong

March 14, 2012

A major commercial real estate center was recently opened in Hong Kong, and will be managed by developer Goodman Group.

LaSalle purchases D.C. hotel for $143.8M

March 13, 2012

Commercial real estate company LaSalle Hotel Properties recently announced it purchased the Hotel Palomar for $143.8 million.

China financiers taking charge in NYC commercial market

March 13, 2012

With many European banks leaving the commercial real estate market in New York City due to general economic concerns, a Chinese bank has become the prime lender for the top buildings in the city, according to Bloomberg.

Amazon, others help CRE boom in Seattle

March 13, 2012

Online retail company Amazon has helped Seattle-area commercial real estate office space skyrocket in recent years, as more hirings are occurring, according to The New York Times.

Supermarket added to North London stadium plans

March 12, 2012

The Northumberland Development Project, a large-scale commercial real estate plan to build a new football stadium in North London, recently added a supermarket to the plan, according to an announcement by Tottenham Hotspur Football Club.

Healthcare REIT purchases Pittsburgh office property

March 12, 2012

Commercial real estate investment trust Healthcare Trust of America recently announced it had purchased Penn Avenue Place for close to $54 million.

Egypt CRE situation improving despite problems

March 12, 2012

A report from Jones Lang LaSalle outlined that the commercial real estate market in Egypt is improving, but still has a long way to go when it comes to recovery after the country's revolution.

European CRE market still viable

March 09, 2012

The commercial real estate market in Europe is still looking positive, despite some economic issues, according to a report from DTZ.

Commercial space in GTA declines in February

March 09, 2012

A report from the Toronto Real Estate Board Commercial Division Members showed that commercial real estate space leased in the Greater Toronto Area fell during February when compared to the same month in 2011.

MetLife, Stuyvesant tenants reach settlement

March 09, 2012

A lawsuit against MetLife fby tenants at two New York City multifamily complexes was recently settled out of court, but the agreement is pending court approval, according to Bloomberg.

North American investors flooding European market

March 07, 2012

Approximately one-third of European commercial real estate investment last year originated in North America, according to a report from CBRE.

Metlife witnesses largest CRE origination year in history

March 07, 2012

Metlife recently announced that it experienced its most successful year of commercial real estate production during 2011.

Center Parcs to construct CRE development

March 07, 2012

Vacation housing company Center Parcs recently announced its plans to expand to a fifth site in the United Kingdom.

Kilroy purchases CA Menlo Corporate Center for $162.2M

March 06, 2012

Commercial real estate company Kilroy Realty Corporation recently purchased the Menlo Corporate Center for $162.2 million.

Empire State Realty Trust battling REIT suit

March 06, 2012

The commercial real estate company in charge of the Empire State Building was recently sued for its plan to modify into a real estate investment trust, which would add itself to the New York Stock Exchange, according to Bloomberg.

Dundee finalizes Whiterock purchase

March 06, 2012

Commercial real estate investment trust Dundee REIT recently completed its purchase for Whiterock REIT, according to an official announcement.

Washington, D.C. office building sold for $147M

March 05, 2012

A commercial real estate office building located in Washington, D.C. was recently purchased by NSP Ventures for $147.5 million.

Seattle office tower purchased for $186M

March 05, 2012

A building in downtown Seattle was recently purchased for $186 million, according to a report in The Seattle Times.

Simon Property Group agrees to build Chinese outlet center

March 02, 2012

A partnership between Simon Property Group and Bailian Group will develop a retail outlet center in Pudong, Shanghai, China.

U.S. commercial real estate lending increases

March 02, 2012

A recent report from Chandan Economics showed American banks increased commercial property lending during the fourth quarter for the first time since the first quarter of 2010, according to Bloomberg.

Multi-floor NYC mall thriving despite issues

March 01, 2012

The Time Warner Center shopping plaza recently celebrated its eighth anniversary, and despite some difficulties, the building is thriving, according to The New York Times.

AREA purchases another Virginia apartment complex

March 01, 2012

AREA Property Partners, a New York-based commercial real estate company, recently purchased a major apartment complex in Virginia.