This is a commentary on the takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac by the Federal Government. While it is too early to know about the eventual impacts many experts are positive in their outlooks and so far the action seems to be leading to lower mortgage rates. Industry Observers Agree Fannie, Freddie Takeover Was ‘Necessary,’ But Could Pose Long-Term Negative Impact on Multifamily Published: September 08, 2008 in MULTI-HOUSING NEWS By Anuradha Kher, Online News Editor, MHN and Eugene Gilligan, Senior Editor, CPN Washington, D.C.–The U.S. government’s takeover of […]

The following article describes some of the changes taking place as a result of the high fuel costs on manufacturers and distributors of products in the U.S. It also discusses the increased demand for warehouse space resulting from the changes these companies are maiking in order to offset these higher fuel costs. THE IMPACT OF HIGH FUEL COSTS ON SUPPLY CHAIN DECISIONS PUBLISHED ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2008 IN “ABOUT REAL ESTATE” A WEEKLY PUBLICATION BY TORTO WHEATON RESEARCH, A SUBSIDIARY OF CB RICHARD ELLIS WRITTEN BY LAURA STONE MORTIMER, SENIOR […]