Hammers flying right and left at Claremont Business Park, an article from the Colorado Springs Business Journal, reports that based on news from Claremont Business Park, the market for commercial real estate is alive and well in Colorado Springs.  According to Joe Grossi of Hammers Construction, 4 new properties were leased or sold during April and May.  He said that despite national media reports, the local market appears to be preparing for the next upswing, with subcontractors and local business owners buying and leasing now.  Hammers Construction is also moving forward on other projects including the 12-acre Rolling Thunder industrial park and the Blackwood Crossing office and retail center.
http://www.csbj.com/story.cfm?ID=19970

Which is America's Most Valuable Niche Market?, an article from RealtyTimes.com, reports that the Military niche offers a steady flow of buyers who are almost guaranteed to re-sell their homes within 3 to 4 years.  Members of the military are much like a huge extended family.  They live, work, play, and go to war with each other.  When they need professional services, they turn to each other for advice and referrals.  Once you've made contact and proven yourself to just a few families, the referrals will start coming your way.  Property managers, real estate agents, and mortgage lenders who know and understand VA financing, and who are willing to work within VA guidelines are a great asset to the military community. 
http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20080530_militaryniche.htm

Additional articles that you may find of interest:

Mr. Biggs thinks a bit smaller — new side aims for 10 and under
http://www.gazette.com/articles/biggs_36842___article.html/know_bigari.html

Plan would spare parks
http://www.gazette.com/articles/county_36836___article.html/million_services.html

Stocks edge up as consumers keep spending
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3683270/

Investor Report: Energy and Tax Extenders Act of 2008
http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20080530_investorreport.htm