Real Estate
Learn how real estate investing can diversify portfolio risk and enhance portfolio performance, along with the latest news and developments in this most popular alternative investment.
Morgan Stanley Hit with Huge Property Fund Loss
By Michael S. FischerMorgan Stanley expected to lose $5.4 billion, or 61%, of its $8.8 billion Real Estate Fund VI International.
February 28, 2010
In the hot seat: Getting the most out of your request for referralsThe sale is coming to the close, and you're nearing the finish line.
February 03, 2010
Web Exclusive: Estate Tax UncertaintyWho the heck knows what is, or isn't, going to happen in Washington this year, and that goes double for the estate tax. Douglas I. Friedman has ideas about how to help clients cope with the suspense.
January 25, 2010
Apartment Deal Failure Casts Shadow Over CMBS MarketA joint venture that acquired a huge New York apartment complex from an arm of MetLife Inc. in 2006 says it will give the complex to its creditors.
January 04, 2010
Aetna Prices 2010 Restructuring EffortAetna Inc. (NYSE:AET) expects to spend up to $25 million in the first quarter to eliminate about 600 jobs.
January 01, 2010
How a Firm Works BestIn my December 2008 column, I talked about how to create real-world job descriptions based on the various tasks that are performed in your firm,...
December 17, 2009
Insurers' Commercial Realty Losses Controllable: ReportLosses on U.S. life insurers' commercial real estate holdings are manageable, a rating agency says in a new report.