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We asked our readers what they thought about a new, more “democratic” approach to CRE investment. Here are the responses we received!

See our previous polls here.

Thursday’s Executive Interview with Kevin McGowan has gotten me thinking about current  legislation and its impact on our industry. Particularly, I’ve been pondering the effect of the Supreme Court’s controversial ruling in support of Obama’s Affordable Care Act. What are the long-term effects of such political actions, especially when it comes to CRE’s healthcare and senior living sectors?

The initial reactions from healthcare REIT execs, such as Debra Cafaro of Ventas (NYSE: VTR), have been very positive. After all, increasing medical coverage to a greater percentage of the population will naturally create a higher demand for new or expanded hospital and medical office buildings. As the investment community looks forward to this increased opportunity, the healthcare sector is enjoying greater prominence and  activity.  Read the rest of this entry »

From CNBC, here is a ranking of U.S. Cities with the Highest Numbers of Ultra-High Net Worth Residents:

10. Seattle (No. of UHNW residents: 885)

9. Boston (890)

8. Atlanta (960)

7. Dallas (1,855)

6. Houston (2,250)

5. Washington, D.C. (2,300) Read the rest of this entry »

Yahoo! Finance and USNews.com published this list of the Top 10 Retirement Destinations for 2012:

- Flagstaff, AZ: Pleasant weather year-round.

- Boone, NC: Affordable mountain town.

- Traverse City, MI. Water views, affordable.

- Walnut Creek, CA. Scenic, green. Read the rest of this entry »