MIAMI—Half of all real estate investors in North America plant to amp up commercial real estate buys in 2015. Four Southeast markets are high on the list.

RALEIGH—"These markets are interesting because there's a lot of capital that wants to be in them."

NASHVILLE—“Nashville is an emerging technology hub in the US. Nashville's vibrant culture and entrepreneurial spirit are key ingredients to building a dynamic workforce.”

MIAMI—Is there really a difference between Fort Lauderdale and Miami condo buyers? Dev Motwani, president of Merrimac Ventures, thinks so.

ATLANTA—“If you want to be out in front of what's next in our market, office will be, on a limited basis, the place to play…but be careful.

ATLANTA— What kinds of properties are those investors chasing? That seems to depend on whom you ask.

MIAMI—Last year, a Bloomberg article suggested that homebuyers avoiding chores is fueling a condo-hotel revival in the United States. Newgard Development Group and Merrimac Ventures are getting in on the revival.

MIAMI—“Bringing in a group with a passion for redeveloping historic properties ensures its bright future.