Real Estate M&A is a comprehensive guide to the laws and regulations governing real estate transactions in both public and private M&A. Topics covered include: typical structures and processes; specific regulations for cross-border combinations and foreign investors; information disclosure; shareholder rights in public combinations; mitigating tax risks; acquisition vehicle forms; environmental remediation responsibilities; liability and due diligence; financing; and the formation and activities of REITs and real-estate-focused private equity funds.