Here's a look at this week's trends, announcements and deals that you may have missed in the country's North West region.

SAN FRANCISCO—Deeds in lieu can have benefits for both borrowers and lenders, including the ability to control expenses, writes Allen Matkins' Stephen P. Lieske in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b> commentary.

SAN FRANCISCO—340 Fremont is a veritable neighborhood within a neighborhood and its outdoor/indoor common areas foster a sense of community in a Rincon Hill location, GlobeSt.com learns in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b>.