CHICAGO—Ed Lowenbaum tells GlobeSt.com what entrepreneurs need to keep in mind when signing that first lease.

CHICAGO—At Marcus & Millichap's CRE Forum in Chicago last week, experts said now was one of the most exciting times to be in retail.

CHICAGO—In this <B>UPDATE&lt;/B, the securitized loan was used by the Canadian investor to purchase the property and will be serviced by HFF.

INDIANAPOLIS—The city continues to attract investors and developers attracted by its central location and quick access to major transportation arteries.

LEXINGTON, KY—The franchise company is attempting to expand franchise operations in Kentucky.

MUNCIE, IN—The company was able to get the new retail center 95% pre-leased before beginning construction.

CHICAGO—The company has handled previous work for the German carmaker, but now has a contract for its corporate real estate portfolio.

CHICAGO—Although Chinese investors have recently bought Chicago property, this is the first major purchase by a Japanese investor in years.