"Institutional investors are generally increasing their allocations to real estate.  Fundamentals remain strong and are capable of weathering a slowing global economy, while tighter lending requirements in North America and Europe are putting moderate-leverage investors in a better position to secure deals at improved pricing," said Jacques Gordon, Global Strategist at LaSalle Investment Management.

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