Prices recovered to mid-2003 levels in the first quarter. The U.S. Composite Index ended the first quarter 4.3% above the same period in 2011. For full story, click here: http://bityurl.com/25a5f4. Banks are finally willing to catch up on CRE borrowing demand. For full story, click here: http://bityurl.com/6cddda. Source: Costar.com