Announcing the launch of BFP's new website, BrokerAdviser.com, featuring a complimentary special report, "Top 12 Online Brokers for Individual Investors." Plus, a look at apartment REITs, a sector that should benefit from lofty real estate prices and rising mortgage rates.

In this issue we look at recent Wi-Fi developments in Philadelphia and San Francisco and what this means for you. Also, an overview of the exciting biometrics industry, and a look at the impact of the real estate "bubble" on REITs.

This week's Big Idea features guest columnist Andy Kessler. Andy writes about the situation between Verizon and the city of Philadelphia and wonders if this situation is the start of a nationwide trend. Also in this issue we look at the rumors of a Microsoft-AOL alliance, and Growth Report market columnist, Peter Henig ponders the long-term viability of investing in gold.