SEATTLE, WA-Earthquake damages have initially been estimated at $2 billion, but the damage to buildings is for the most part relatively minor. Experts give credit to seismic retrofitting and strict codes on newer structures.

NEW YORK CITY-Credit Suisse First Boston sponsored the 2001 REIT Conference at the Plaza Hotel over the past three days. The sentiment shared was that the boom will continue, but with more moderate increases.

ORANGE COUNTY-A recent study of Orange County hotels reports that occupancies are on the rise, up 6.5% in 2000 from 1999.

NEWARK-The integrated communications provider has signed a lease for 56,000 sf at 1100 Raymond Blvd. Location will serve as a switch site and data center.