MONTGOMERY, AL-Less than ten years ago, the city's downtown district was dead after dark. Thanks to the city's near $1-billion investment, and enthusiastic assistance from the private sector, the CBD is coming to life.

BOSTON-Tenants in good standing can receive a three-month rent abatement if the primary wage-earner is laid off.

ORLANDO, FL-Inland American plans to build apartments on 10 acres near campus.