Leaders in some of the biggest drivers of Kern's economy -- agriculture, oil and housing -- are anxious to see what Barack Obama's presidency will bring for business. They'd like to see the 44th president address the state's water issues, promote viab

LAS CRUCES — The couple had a successful life in Phoenix, but felt something was off. David Girle and his wife Elina Sihombing had been fairly successful in real estate in Arizona, but the duo decided they needed a change.

Hanover --Dartmouth College student Andrea Succop likes to have an occasional dinner off campus, and whenever she dines downtown, the 20-year-old from Philadelphia figures she's spending her money at a business that pays rent to the college.

12 October 2008 The strong comments made by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the strengths of the UAE economy and the stability of its real estate and financial markets

Q. I would like to ask your opinion about a real estate investment. It appears that the timing is right to buy a beach condo as an investment, assuming that the rental history is good and that the unit is in sound condition.