LoopNet to Announce Fourth Quarter 2011 Financial Results on February 22, 2012, After Market Close
LoopNet, Inc. , a leading provider of commercial real estate marketing and technology solutions, and operator of the most heavily trafficked commercial real estate marketplace, will report fourth quarter 2011 financial results on Wednesday, February 22, 2012, following the market close.

Indonesia's commercial property market looks rosy
Positive news over the economy and political stability marked a bright 2011 for Indonesia. Domestic and private consumption remained intact while investment inflows stayed robust, according to a r

Investment trust acquires medical office buildings
Griffin-American Healthcare REIT II said it has acquired three medical office buildings in South Carolina, Georgia and Florida for a purchase price of $25.1 million.

First Drips Of Liquidity Felt In Non-Traded REITs
So-called non-traded REITs (NTRs) represent a rapidly growing income producing niche among “alternative” investments. In its nascent history, the NTR industry has raised some $80 billion, largely from individual investors. This compares with $430 billion for the entire REIT industry, traded and non-traded.

Don't rush into REITs
You'd think that investors would be leery of companies that own and manage commercial real estate. Vacancy rates remain elevated in office buildings and shopping centers. Except for apartment buildings, rents really haven't grown at all in four years. And given the possibility that the global economy may retrench yet again, things could still get worse before they get better.