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We all know that social media can hurt your career prospects, but sometimes employers are just as concerned when they cannot uncover personal information on you on the Internet. 

There's more than enough capital for good real estate deals, but investors and lenders aren't stretching beyond their limits just to get the money out.

With global expansion and trade on the rise, commercial real estate markets are thriving and cross-border investment activity is at near-peak levels.

The demand for amenities—everything from luxury dog spas to Internet-connected collaborative workspaces—is creating a real estate race among well-capitalized developers of next-generation apartment buildings.

It is important when you are forecasting conditions for your own projects, that you try to take in as much objective information as you can from a variety of sources.

Investors must rely more on cashflows or make riskier plays.

Real estate investors interested in owning stand-alone quick-service restaurants should focus on lease terms, location and tenant credit-worthiness. Investors should also understand trends driving fast-food success.

If a tenant is able to negotiate, it will go a long way to ensuring a smooth construction project and will reduce the likelihood of disputes.