Capital—how to spend it and how to earn it—is the driving force behind institutional investors, no matter the conditions of the market in which they're operating. Some mindful investors are making the most of the current situation and finding creative ways to put their money into play.

SAN DIEGO—The properties include 11 communities with 1,605 home sites.

SAN DIEGO—With total vacancy dropping to pre-recession levels, construction activity continues to grow.

Retail is constantly evolving but never so much as in the last decade, says one source we spoke with in this evolution of retail analysis as part of our 15th anniversary celebration.