Maguire Properties Inc. (MPG) Maguire Properties, Inc., a real estate investment trust (REIT), engages in the ownership, management, acquisition, and development of office and real estate properties primarily in California. Web Site: http://www.maguireproperties.com

Recent News: Maguire to unload six Orange County properties, one Los Angeles property Maguire not considering bankruptcy

AMCORE Financial, Inc. (AMFI) AMCORE Financial, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for AMCORE Bank, N.A., which provides various consumer and commercial banking, and related financial services. The company operates through four segments: Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Investment Management and Trust, and Mortgage Banking. Web Site: http://www.amcore.com

Recent News: AMCORE FINANCIAL INC Files SEC form 10-Q, Quarterly Report

Aquentium Inc. (AQNM.OB) Aquentium, Inc., a diversified holding company, owns various subsidiaries along with the manufacturing operations of structural insulated panels (SIPs) for commercial and residential buildings. Web Site: http://www.aquentium.com

Recent News: Aquentium To Open Office in Seoul South Korea for Waste-To-Energy Plants

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Federal Reserve released its Beige Book this week, and the news for LoopNet (LOOP), which operates an online marketplace for commercial real estate, remains challenging. Commercial real estate transactions remain at historically low levels, and we expect this trend to continue to put pressure on LoopNet’s operations. The Fed noted that "commercial real estate markets continued to weaken across all Districts." This is certainly not a positive sign for LoopNet’s business, and the lack of transaction activity is our primary concern regarding the company’s outlook. This lack of commercial purchases and sales stems not only from lack of demand, but lack of available capital. According to the Fed, "eight Districts cited difficulty in obtaining financing as one of the primary reasons for delaying or stopping construction of new developments and for limiting sales of existing properties." This fact is troubling, as it indicates ...

by Randy Berg

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Having access to very vital information about the various beautiful and aesthetic tourist spots in Costa Rica enables the buyer to get some insight into obtaining an outstanding and well thought over bargain. Irrespective of what the purpose of buying real estate in Costa Rica is, whether it is your intention to keep the property or to dispose off it later, it still remain relevant to take a look at some certain steps which define the many facets of a Costa Rica real …

The government takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will have far-reaching economic effects.  For example, hedge funds that bet against the two companies have already seen windfall profits as the stock prices of both companies plummeted over the weekend, while the financial institutions that invested in the nearly $5 trillion in mortgages and mortgage-backed securities that FNM and FRE guarantee can breathe a sigh of relief.  The government bailout should help avoid a global financial crisis - but it might not help all of the Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) that depend on loans from Fannie and Freddie to finance their growth.

REITs are corporations that pool investor capital to purchase either income property or mortgage loans.  An example of the former is Simon Property Group (NYSE:SPG), which owns strip malls and shopping centers throughout the United States.  The latter group includes companies like Annaly Capital

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North Dakota’s economy is mainly dependant on agriculture, 25% of its economic base to be more precise. Natural resources are the most valuable asset this state possesses. Consider the following key facts about North Dakota:1. It ranks number one nationally for its potential to produce wind power.2. The state also produces biofuels like ethanol and biodiesel.3. There are more than 160 certified organic farms in the state.4. North Dakota lowered its corporate income tax beginning January 1, 2007. North Dakota corporate taxable income percentages vary from 2.6 to 6.5%.5. The state individual income tax varies from 2.1% to 5.5%.6. North Dakota allows a corporate tax exemption of up to 5 years for new or expanding technology based businesses.7. North Dakota is one of the safest states in the country.8. North Dakota produces about 2.7% ...

My weekly stock pick comes from a play on China. I love the China growth story just as much as anyone, but when the trader in me sees fear and greed going on in the markets I take notice. I see greed on the following stock near term as I will explain below. I do consider this pick a buy longer term, but near term, I’m looking for it to sell off before major buying support comes in for longer term investors.

Short Sell: Home Inns & Hotels. Ticker HMIN

HMIN Trade Setup

Sell-Stop Entry at $25.43 with Fairly Tight Stop-Loss at $26.50

Or Sell Limit Entry at $27.26 with Stop-Loss at $29.50

Another possible scenario could see prices of $29.23 to $30.20 before the possible correction I’m anticipating unfolds. Major support now sits at $23.59 to $22.80. A break of this level would indicate a sell signal. If the price holds at …