LOS ANGELES—Developer John A. Ashkar of BAJO Ventura secures the funds to build the Parkland Apartments, a 173-unit class-A multifamily complex.

NEW YORK CITY—In a recent panel discussion in Midtown, investors, developers and other industry players offered up their take on the market this past year and what CRE trends may emerge here in 2015.

Starting January 1, all loans securitized by Fannie Mae must adhere to the updated Fannie 2.0 guidelines. Drew McCreery summarizes some of the key changes to requirements for consultants, templates and reporting practices.

PHOENIX—Economic developers have fostered an attractive business environment enticing companies to the Phoenix Metro region. This business focus has stimulated population growth and job recovery. These factors and others are driving regional CRE momentum. Local leadership comes together to discuss their perspective from the top of the Phoenix Metro market. Moderating this Town Hall Panel is Andrew Cheney, principal, Lee & Associates.