Real Estate
Learn how real estate investing can diversify portfolio risk and enhance portfolio performance, along with the latest news and developments in this most popular alternative investment.
Collapse in home prices leaves seniors on hold
By Staff WriterUnable to sell their houses, many seniors are opting to stay in their homes instead of moving to senior housing facilities.
August 23, 2011
UBS to Cut 3,500 Jobs; Wealth Unit Losing 350UBS said Tuesday it planned to cut staff by 3,500 as part of its overall plan to trim about $2.5 billion from its yearly expenses by the end of 2013 to improve operating efficiency.
August 09, 2011
Berkowitz’s Big Bets on Banks Go BadTwo legendary fund managers who continue to bet on a U.S. recovery suffered some of the largest losses on Wall Street on Monday.
August 07, 2011
Top Portfolio Products: American Century Rolls Out Real-Estate Fund, Allianz Launches New Fixed Index AnnuityReal-estate returns were up slightly in July, experts note, while the S&P was down.
July 28, 2011
Making the Case for Equity REITsWe believe equity REITs should be part of a long-term investment strategy based on diversification, yield, inflation protection, improving fundamentals and strong corporate governance.
July 26, 2011
IRS’ Secret Crackdown on Real Estate GiftsThe IRS quietly gathered data from states looking for real estate gifts not reported to the government by taxpayers.
July 01, 2011
Ohio Eliminating Estate TaxOhio Gov. John Kasich has signed a budget bill that includes a provision repealing the state's estate tax.
July 01, 2011
Ohio Eliminating Estate TaxOhio Gov. John Kasich has signed a budget bill that includes a provision repealing the state's estate tax.