DALLAS-It's not that Konover Property Trust doesn't like Texas, it's just not east enough for the North Carolina-based REIT, which is looking to sell all Lone Star State holdings. Credit Suisse First Boston has been hired to find a taker for 28 outlet centers, including five in Texas.

SAN JOSE, CA-The five parcels to be redeveloped are located throughout the San Jose central business district, with the largest being a 5.1-acre property at Santa Clara and First streets. Three parking lots also are on the list.

PORTLAN-In 2001, the state is expected to again see employment growth of about 1.4% with a personal income increase of 5%, according to US Bank's in-depth economic forecast and review by John Mitchell, economist for the bank's Western region.