In this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b>, GlobeSt.com learns more about the challenges and opportunities that Bay Area builders are facing, including the huge push for mixed-use and transit-oriented development.

CBRE VP David Kleinhandler, who has worked in this sector for more than a decade, does not see this trend swinging the other way in the near future.

Among the stores targeted for shut down include two locations in Manhattan at 2008 Broadway on the Upper West Side and 635-641 6th Ave. in Chelsea. According to the two stores' respective website, both locations have already been permanently closed.

In this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b>, Yung says it's important to realize that not all real estate investments are created equally, meaning diversification by property types can provide a security layer with regard to fluctuations.