HOUSTON-The motor and generator manufacturing company, based in Pasadena, TX, takes down space in Houston's northeast submarket. NAI Houston and Boyd Commercial teamed up to represent the landlord.

PHOENIX-A report issued by Marcus & Millichap Research Services points says transaction velocity rose 10% over the past four quarters (in the trailing 12-month period). The prediction? Look for more of the same.

HOUSTON-A recent report issued by the Greater Houston Partnership points out that the energy industry has been good for the region, but diversification is necessary for future growth.

SAN ANTONIO-<b>EXCLUSIVE</b>-CBRE's Scott Herbold shares with GlobeSt.com predictions for the rest of the year, including acceleration of asset monetization, growing capital commitments by practice groups and interest rate volatility.

PLANO, TX-Atlas Real Estate Partners, in acquiring the 548-unit complex, plan to upgrade units and amenities, and to re-brand the property as Bella Vida Estates.

SCOTTSDALE, AZ-The partners buy the 175,000-square-foot office building located in the North Scottsdale Airpark submarket. The vacant property had a troubled past, but offers plenty of upside for the new owners.

PLANO, TX-GlobeSt.com has <b>EXCLUSIVELY</b> learned that the New York City investor, in partnership with Blue Whale Enterprises, acquired the 548-unit multifamily property from Virtu Investments in an off-market transaction.

HOUSTON-The New York City-based life insurance company cites growth in a key market as a reason for its financing of the 974,000-square-foot office building, which was developed and owned by Hines.