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As Economic Woes Continue, RE Firms Taking Hits

The instability of the capital markets is proving to be a considerable hindrance to the commercial real estate market, forcing several major players to conjure ways to alleviate bottom-line woes.

Developing Issues

Q: We’re refurbishing an existing building. What are the most important technological considerations today? A: Whether you’re involved in a new development or upgrading an existing structure, several issues arise.

CREW Awards 20 Women Under 40

The Commercial Real Estate (CREW) Network last night lauded 20 Under 40 women from throughout the commercial real estate industry as part of its 20th anniversary celebration. The awards, unveiled during the organization’s 2009 CREW Network Convention & Marketplace in Boston, honor women age 39 or younger working within a qualified area of the industry and considered a “woman to watch” and likely to be an influential leader in the industry.

Savills Adds Monahan to NYC Office

Private real estate firm Monday Properties has tapped former Jones Lang LaSalle vice president Jordan Berger as the firm’s new director in its New York office.

Berger to Lead NYC Leasing for Monday Properties

Private real estate firm Monday Properties has tapped former Jones Lang LaSalle vice president Jordan Berger as the firm’s new director in its New York office.

Ingham to Lead Orange County Office for JLL

Jones Lang LaSalle has named Jeffrey Ingham to head up its Orange County, Calif., office.

Mermelstein: Govt. Can Manage Soft Landing for Impending CRE Loan Problem

Edward Mermelstein is a real estate attorney and founder of Edward A.Mermelstein & Associates. He helps foreign and US entities find andpurchase real estate in the US and abroad. He is also the founder ofMermelstein Development – a subdivision of his firm engaging in theacquisition, ownerships, investment, management and development ofresidential, commercial, and mixed-use properties.

New Ground

Now that self-directed “defined contribution” plans such as the popular 401(k) have assumed a dominant position in retirement investing, ING Clarion Partners L.L.C. is developing ambitious plans to serve individual retirees seeking real estate investment expertise.