NEWPORT BEACH, CA-HCPI took a two-year hiatus from investing due to market conditions and a mega-merger. Now the REIT has purchased $21 million in assets during the first quarter of 2001.

NEW YORK CITY-The trusts invest in single-tenant commercial properties. Three of the four have delivered higher dividends over the previous quarter since their inception.

SAN ANTONIO-Retail rental rates have finally leveled off after a long escalation period. The playing field's been tempered by new construction, which for awhile could barely keep pace with demand. But there's no standstill; more product is coming.

UNION CITY, NJ-The locally-based Hanrock Group, a commercial and residential owner/manager, buys buildings totaling 95 units to increase its portfolio to 45 buildings with more than 1,400 units.