LOS ANGELES—By considering uniquely structured finance deals, many of today's developers will be able to move their next big project forward in a more cost effective manner, says GSP's Steve Bram in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b> column.

LOS ANGELES-Certainly the low-hanging fruit has been picked, but savvy investors will find that the next several years will offer rewards for well researched and well executed acquisitions, says GSP's David Rifkind in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b> commentary.

LOS ANGELES-Honesty with the lender, in all respects, is the best way to get a deal done, says Steve Bram of George Smith Partners in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b> commentary.

LOS ANGELES-Full disclosure of any and all issues ahead of time should be the rule, and will provide the best chance of securing financing, says GSP's Steve Bram in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b> commentary.