Economist offers outlook for 2008

Mark Vintner, senior economist for Wachovia Bank, will visit Fort Myers to offer insight on national and regional economic trends. The presentation will take place at the Real Estate Investment Society luncheon meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 12.

Vintner is a nationally respected analyst of market trends and federal economic policy. His presentation to REIS is expected to focus on real estate lending practices, capital markets, the housing industry, and the implications for Southwest Florida. He counsels the bank, its clientele, and investment organizations throughout the country on economic matters and financial strategy. Following the presentation, Vintner will address questions of specific interest to the real estate investment and development industry.

The meeting is sponsored by Wachovia Bank, and will begin promptly at 11:45 a.m. on Feb. 12 in the Magnolia Room at Pelican Preserve's Town Center, on Colonial Bou- levard, one mile east of I-75 exit 136 in Fort Myers. Admission is $25.00 for members and $35.00 for guests, which includes lunch. Reservations are required by Feb. 7 and may be made by calling Sharon Heston, (239) 410-1253, or visiting the REIS web site: www. reis-swfl.org