These Specialty REITs Could Dominate in 2012
Hotel REITs took a hit in 2011, but they're poised to pop in the year to come.

REITs to avoid
Investors are racing into REITs that promise higher yields than equity REITs. But be forewarned, the higher yields of these other types of real estate vehicles come with very real risks.

CapitaLand breaks ground on CapitaGreen office tower
The proposed CapitaGreen development, an iconic Grade A office tower, has broken ground at the former Market Street Car Park site, according to joint venture (JV) partners CapitaLand, CapitaCommercial Trust and Mitsubishi Estate Asia.

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 recent report from Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL).

Bank of America to sell some office space
The bank has so far identified three office buildings it will sell, in N.Y. and N.C. It also has substantial real estate holdings in Southern California. In a move to shed nonessential assets, Bank of America will sell and lease back some of its administrative office space.

Bank of America Selling Three Office Buildings in New York and Charlotte
The Bank of America will sell and leaseback some of its administrative office space as part of its move to shed nonessential assets.

Industrial park planned for Everett’s Associated Sand & Gravel site
The old Associated Sand & Gravel site in Everett near Paine Field will be home to a 25-acre industrial park.

Health Care REIT, Inc. Announces Promotion of Scott Brinker to Executive Vice President - Investments
Health Care REIT, Inc. announced today the promotion of Scott Brinker to the position of Executive Vice President – Investments. Mr. Brinker has played a leading role in evaluating, structuring, closing and monitoring the company’s portfolio since 2001, as it grew from approximately $1 billion to more than $13 billion of real estate investments.