HOUSTON-A recent report issued by the Greater Houston Partnership points out that the energy industry has been good for the region, but diversification is necessary for future growth.

PLANO, TX-Atlas Real Estate Partners, in acquiring the 548-unit complex, plan to upgrade units and amenities, and to re-brand the property as Bella Vida Estates.

ATLANTIC CITY-Eight casinos operated in the black in the second quarter, according to a new report, but profits for AC's dozen casinos as a group were down 45% compared to last year in the period.

PLANO, TX-GlobeSt.com has EXCLUSIVELY learned that the New York City investor, in partnership with Blue Whale Enterprises, acquired the 548-unit multifamily property from Virtu Investments in an off-market transaction.

PHOENIX-Following Liberty Property Trust's renovation of the 185,834-square-foot 2626 S. 7th St. (now Liberty Sky Harbor Center), Charter Towne becomes the first tenant in the distribution center.

DALLAS-Howard Hughes Corp. has received permission from the Hawaii Community Development Authority to build two mixed-use towers on Land Blocks 2 and 3 at Ward Village.

WYOMISSING, PA-Penn National Gaming is moving closer to its planned establishment of a REIT to own and operate its real estate assets, winning approval from four more state regulatory agencies this .month.

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