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(SNL U.S. REIT equity index total return) (SNL U.S. REIT sector total return) As of Feb. 1, 2012.

(total maturities by year; $ in billions)

(employed and unemployed persons by occupation; not seasonally adjusted; numbers in thousands) [1] Unemployed total includes a small number of persons whose last job was in the Armed Forces.

By Steven Marks, Head of U.S. REITs, Fitch Ratings

At the beginning of the year, Fitch said that 2012 would be pivotal for REITs. Judging by the first three months, things look to be going well for the sector.

By Randolph T. Mason, CCIM, SIOR, Partner, Commercial Realty Specialists

In a soft market, many tenants may have problems with monthly rent. A rent reduction should be approached cautiously, but could be beneficial for both tenant and landlord.

By Paul Daneshrad, CEO & President, StarPoint Properties

Investors are jumping into the multi-family market, drawn by strong fundamentals and rates that yield better returns than most other sectors – and the trend looks to continue down the road.

By Bob Bach, Senior Vice President & Chief Economist, Grubb & Ellis Co.

Last year, commercial-property sales totaled $206 billion, and industry participants are looking for a 25 to 50 percent increase this year. Cap rates may fall further this year as leasing markets improve. The Fed deserves a bit of credit for both.