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Feature Articles 2010

Physical Fitness —Equity Investors Need a Tougher Due Diligence Workout

As published in Commercial Investment Real Estate, May/June 2010
By Linda Bryson, LEED-AP
Many investors assume that if they follow the current physical due diligence standard, they will be adequately protected. What you and your clients should understand is that this standard represents the lowest common denominator and is only appropriate for investors with a high risk tolerance.
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Europe Economy Hurts in Solidarity

Taken from Real Estate Bisnow New York’s posting on Wednesday, March 24, 2010 — "Panic Not on Calendar"
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Commercial R.E. Professionals Can Reap Numerous Rewards by Commissioning a Carbon Footprint Study

As published in New York Real Estate Journal, March 23, 2010
By Josh Simon, Carbon-reduction Manager, Energy Reduction Solutions Inc., an affiliate of IVI International Inc.
Today, when going green makes sound business sense and sustainability is the name of the game, commercial real estate professionals can reap numerous rewards by commissioning a carbon footprint study.
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The Difference One Footprint Can Make

As published in Scotsman Guide's Commercial Edition, March 2010
By Josh Simon, Carbon-reduction Manager, Energy Reduction Solutions Inc., an affiliate of IVI International Inc.
Green-building practices, which strive to reduce a building’s environmental impact and enhance its occupants’ well-being, are among the biggest trends in commercial real estate today. Newspapers and business magazines regularly contain mentions of green buildings, carbon emissions and global warming.
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