Security Bank audit shows weakness in commercial real estate lendingThe downfall of the former Macon-based Security Bank Corp. was created by many of the same things that have plagued other struggling or failed banks: a focus on commercial real estate lending with an emphasis on acquisition, development and construction, according to a recent audit.Bank rode real estate boom, fell with its declineBroadway Bank isn't really a bank the way a lot of people understand it. The Giannoulias family's enterprise writes only a small amount of single-family mortgages or loans to small businesses. Where it puts its money is real estate development and commercial property. The strategy paid off handsomely in the last decade, making Broadway among the most profitable banks in Chicago.Initial Concerns When Looking for a Miami Commercial Real Estate PropertyInvesting in Miami commercial real estate is one of the best moves for those nearing retirement and are looking for a sustainable income in the future. However, investing in commercial real estate is fraught with challenges which you must be ready to face.REAL ESTATE CATALOGUEIn the nearest issue you will find the latest data on commercial, residential and trade premises in St. Petersburg. Fresh information about state of real estate market, tips from the leading consulting companies and much more!Coldwell Banker Real Estate Expands International Network with Master Franchise Agreement for Czech RepublicRISMEDIA, March 4, 2010—Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with Top CzechPartners Estate S.R.O. to bring the Coldwell Banker and Coldwell Banker Commercial franchise systems to the Czech Republic. The Coldwell Banker residential…Commercial Real Estate Loan Prices Rise in Jan.Boston-based loan sale advisor DebtX said a modest tightening of whole loan spreads caused prices on auctioned commercial loans to rise in January.Guatemala arrests police chief, drug czarGUATEMALA CITY : Authorities arrested Guatemala’s anti-drug czar and national police chief Tuesday in a case involving stolen cocaine and slain police, acting just two days before U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton arrives to discuss the drug war.Guatemala arrests show drug corruption to the coreThe arrests of Guatemala's drug czar and national police chief underscore how deeply the world's multibillion-dollar drug industry can corrupt small countries with weak institutions - a trend the Obama administration warned Wednesday threatens global security.Pappa's goal helps Guatemala beat El Salvador 2-1Published: Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 4:01 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 1:46 a.m. LOS ANGELES - Marco Pappa scored to help Guatemala beat El Salvador 2-1 Wednesday night in an exhibition.Pappa's goal helps Guatemala beat El Salvador 2-1Marco Pappa scored to help Guatemala beat El Salvador 2-1 Wednesday night in an exhibition.Guatemala shortage spices up cardamom exportsCardamom exports from India have crossed the 1,500-tonne mark after almost eight years and are poised to touch a new record in 2009-10 due to a drop in output in Guatemala, one of the world's biggest exporter.
