This is a very different commercial real estate market than just three years ago, but there is no clear consensus as to how long the downturn will last.
When one thinks of the maritime industry in San Diego, the first image that comes to mind often is the shipyards and commercial shipping along the waterfront.
The mood in the local construction sector appears to be a mix of uncertainty and optimism, as expressed by industry leaders during a roundtable discussion hosted by The Daily Transcript.
Current employment conditions, and the effects of bidding wars and project labor agreements were all on the minds of executives from general contracting companies during a recent roundtable discussion hosted by The Daily Transcript.
President Obama's health care plan will present far-reaching changes. Tens of millions of Americans who lack health coverage today could be insured, while those happy with their coverage could keep it. Local health care providers, though, wonder if the changes can work.
Commercial properties are now beginning to enter the deluge of foreclosures seen in the housing market. While a huge increase in distressed properties has not yet been observed, real estate experts expect the trend to soon surface.
The prospect of navigating a changing industry through an economic downturn keeps bankers cautious, but many agree that their institutions -- particularly if free from toxic assets -- can survive, thrive and offer value to customers.
March 27, 2009 -- George Chamberlin talks to Alan Nevin of MarketPointe Realty Advisors about current housing markets and up and coming construction projects.
March 26, 2009 -- George Chamberlin talks to Greg Garrabrants, CEO of Bank of Internet USA, about his bank operation and how the current economy is affecting business.
