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Technology provides a more level playing field and accessibility of data, resulting in deals in a wider geography and at a faster pace, while reducing the deal cycle to increase market velocity, GlobeSt.com learns in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b>.

Five of the eight Santa Rosa apartment communities managed by Woodmont required mandatory evacuation, affecting approximately 750 apartment homes and temporarily displacing some 2,000 people.

Earthquake risk seems to be on the minds of a number of CMBS investors, with a particular focus on the potential impact of an event and assets that may not be adequately insured, if at all.

LBG Real Estate is breathing new life into Richmond's 1.1 million-square-foot shopping mall, which has undergone rebranding to be known as The Shops at Hilltop and will include office, retail and housing.

In this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b>, Michael Shields of Silicon Valley Multifamily Group says owners find the stricter versions of rent control confusing and feel they need professional help to manage or sell assets.

As the year winds to a close, it ends with significant activity in Silicon Valley and GlobeSt.com has learned of several significant recent transactions that are contributing to the ongoing stimulus underway there.

Gregg von Thaden is principal and managing director of the Avison Young Silicon Valley office, and recently discussed the strategy for growth, real estate opportunities and the office goals in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b>.

Many real estate developers have tapped into the hospitality industry, hiring leading executives to spearhead these increasingly impressive suites of residential amenities, GlobeSt.com learns in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b>.