Operating partners are seeing deals being “bid up like crazy,” thanks to pricing pressures and capital flows into U.S. real estate markets. Today it’s all about being selective, building property-specific pipelines, and presenting a “good story” backed by fundamentals.

Reduce operating expenses by focusing on tenant quality, says Stonehenge’s Ofer Yardeni. Then, “do what’s necessary to keep them.”

Specialist property LPs and GPs investing in Europe face new dangers from the wave of multi-asset class managers targeting the region, says Forum CEO Russell Platt.

Forum Partners eyes retail investors, and potential M&A growth in the North American debt sector, says CEO Russell Platt

GID International’s Kenneth Munkacy offers his tips on sourcing and structuring JV partnerships, and the common mistakes to avoid.

The Pan-Latin Strategy: Tom Heneghan, of emerging-markets specialists Equity International, discusses the group’s presence in Brazil and Colombia and the room for growth in both economies.

Hospitality has bounced back from recent lows, says Tyler Morse of MCR Development.

Crosswater Realty Advisors president Ted Leary on how to choose the right manager and achieve alignment.

Public-private real estate developments can change the face of cities and countries but they require patience and political leadership for private capital to succeed.