CHICAGO—Ken Jones spent 25 years at Citibank, where he expanded its platform in the Midwest, and he will now handle Greystone's commercial mortgage loans in the Midwest.

CHICAGO—Investors have continued to show more interest in secondary markets, according to DTZ, and investment from overseas has picked up in the third quarter.

EVANSTON, IL—The nonprofit will move from its Sheridan Rd. home into an Art Deco structure on Central St.

CHICAGO—Even though tax and operating expenses have hit a six-year high, the persistent pension crisis could cause commercial real estate taxes to rise in the near future, according to MBRE.

CHICAGO—At last week's Hotel Investment Conference here, experts said the lifting of the recession has caused many hotel brands to dust off delayed property improvement plans, and some owners balk at the cost.

ST. LOUIS—The Philadelphia-based firm says the suburbs of this city are desirable for investors, and it will pour millions into Bell Prairie Point.

CHICAGO—The extended-stay brand is expanding across the country and is looking for development partners.

CHICAGO—The 496-unit building has been a hit with tenants since opening in 2013, and the officials from the New York-based company say they will bring even more amenities to the property.