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06/26/2009 17:53
What's New
40 Percent Discount Available for All RICS Members
NEW YORK – June 26, 2009 – RICS Americas today announced a 40 percent discount off the corporate rate for Real Estate Econometrics’ EPRU (Economics, Policy, Regulation, and Underwriting) Surveillance Services for all RICS members. The Surveillance Services include both of Real Estate Econometrics’ weekly reports: the Monday Core Report, which addresses current economic developments impacting commercial real estate market conditions; and the Wednesday Policy and Regulation Report, which summarizes current developments in the policy arena, such as changes in the TALF and PPIP programs. This valuable new benefit allows RICS members and their colleagues to receive these internationally lauded weekly publications for only $2,275 per year instead of the normal $3,795 annual subscription rate. New York-based Real Estate Econometrics is led by Dr. Sam Chandan FRICS, a leading member of RICS and a nationally-recognized economist. Dr. Chandan is often quoted in the Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek and the Financial Times, amongst other publications. Dr. Chandan directs Real Estate Econometrics’ resources to address the unique challenges and opportunities facing commercial real estate lenders, investors and policy makers amidst unprecedented disruptions to the normal functioning of credit markets and the global economy. In addition to his leadership role at Real Estate Econometrics, Dr. Chandan is a member of the real estate faculty at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. “The Monday Core Report and Wednesday Policy and Regulation Report offer timely guidance and commentary on the most pressing economic news and issues,” Dr. Chandan said. “Those who reside in the C-suite at commercial real estate firms are called upon every day to make decisions that could mean success or failure. In this challenging market, our analysts arm these decision makers with the very best information and insight.” Real Estate Econometrics’ clients and partners include leading bank and non-bank lenders, investors, developers, brokers, researchers and policy makers. The Economics, Policy, Regulation, and Underwriting (EPRU) Surveillance Service and Monday Core Report are regarded as the most current and comprehensive analysis of economic, policy, and regulatory developments impacting commercial real estate investment and lending conditions. “We’re thrilled to have arranged this amazing benefit for our members,” said RICS Managing Director Matt Bruck. “Sam presents as clear a voice as I’ve heard in these chaotic times on the interaction of regulation and markets. This discount to the Core Report comes in addition to the other excellent benefits and activities we provide our members.” Subscription Information The Monday Core Report is released to EPRU subscribers each Monday morning before 9 a.m. Eastern Time. In the event of a bank holiday, the report is released before 9 a.m. Eastern Time on the first business day of the week. The Wednesday Policy and Regulation Report is delivered after the market close each Wednesday. In addition to the weekly reports, EPRU subscribers receive: (1) ad hoc updates on significant developments in the economic and policy environment via the subscriber-only website; (2) Real Estate Econometrics’ national macroeconomic forecasts, updated bi-monthly; and, (3) beginning in late June, access to Real Estate Econometrics’ monthly macroeconomic on demand webcast briefing, hosted by Dr. Sam Chandan. To subscribe at the special RICS-arranged rate members should please contact RICS Americas at ricsamericas@rics.org. ###
About RICS & RICS AmericasRICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is the leading organization of its kind in the world for professionals in property, land, construction and related environmental issues. We help set, maintain and regulate standards and provide impartial advice to governments and policymakers. RICS has more than 100,000 qualified members who operate across 17 disciplines in more than 146 countries, supported by an extensive network of regional offices around the globe. www.rics.org RICS Americas, based in New York and covering North, Central and South America and the Caribbean, has more than 3,000 members in commercial and residential development, construction management, brokerage, planning and finance, valuation and fine arts appraisal. Staff support these members from New York, Toronto and Chicago. For more information visit www.ricsamericas.org or e-mail ricsamericas@rics.org. |