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Lauren Cerda, Senior Director at Fitch Ratings

A Preview of Risk Retention Effects

How will the new risk retention regulations impact the CMBS market? Fitch’s Lauren Cerda weighs in.

Tishman Speyer Signs OCC at The Franklin

The company will take over 105,000 square feet of office space at the iconic West Loop tower.

Brennan Investment Group Hires New Senior VP

Brian Roach will join the company as the new senior vice president of acquisitions, responsible for Denver, Salt Lake City and Kansas City.

Fillmore Completes Conversion of Chicago Mag Mile Hotel

The former MileNorth Hotel has been converted into a 215-key, Cambria-branded asset.

Jeff Spah

Inland Securities Announces Two New VP’s

In their new roles, Jeff Spah and Ronald Cole will work with an Inland Securities internal wholesaler to build relationships with current and new financial advisors.

Robert Gifford Joins RPAI’s Board of Directors

Gifford was president & CEO of AIG Global Real Estate, as well as a principal with AEW Capital Management, where he focused on value-add acquisitions.

Griffin Capital Nabs 3M Distribution Center in DeKalb

The company paid $69.4 million to acquire the asset from Clayco and Venture One Real Estate.

HFF Lends a Hand to Shopoff Realty in Chicago

Shopoff Realty Investments paid $37 million for a creative office portfolio in the Windy City.

Redfin Triples Office Space at Chicago’s O’Hare Plaza

The brokerage will occupy nearly 26,000 square feet of office space starting Dec. 1.

Kenneth Konrath Joins BBG Senior Management

Well versed in commercial and residential real estate valuation, Kenneth Konrath brings keen eye for appraisal to senior managing director role.