WASHINGTON, DC-The GSE's regulatory body is receiving a modest boost in funding and funds are being appropriated for a Department of Homeland Security Headquarters.

PHILADELPHIA-Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll LLP will be drawing on offices around the country for talent to staff this newest practice.

PITTSBURGH-The new leases are illustrative of significant absorption and leasing velocity for class A space in this market.

CRYSTAL CITY, VA-The new owner is intrigued by the submarket's possibilities as BRAC gets under way and the local government markets itself to the private sector.

CRYSTAL CITY, VA-The new owner is intrigued by the submarket's possibilities as BRAC gets under way and the local government markets itself to the private sector.

HARRISBURG, PA-Funds are being apportioned to a variety of projects including a mixed-use project in Hollidaysburg and an industrial facility in Reading.

WASHINGTON, DC-The firm hires a new executive to help it develop a land acquisition program as part of its multifamily and commercial program.

NEW YORK CITY-While commercial and residential REITs and those with big exposure to a spending downturn may be in trouble, other trusts are panning for new opportunities.