PHOENIX-Adding to the much needed supply of affordable housing, a Phoenix-based non-profit group has purchased a West Valley complex for $7.35 million.

BOSTON-McGraw-Hill economist predicts a slowdown in the New England region's construction industry but, thanks to the enormous amount of activity in the local industry, local experts are not worried.

DENVER-SafeRent has sealed a prime deal for on-line applicant screening for the Simpson Property Group. The firm's portfolio consists of 115 multifamily communities totaling more than 30,000 units.

PALO ALTO, CA-City planners here say Apple Computer Inc. is planning retail shops to hawk its myriad computer products; currently, its only company-run store is on the company's Cupertino campus.