LoopNet Files for IPO

LoopNet, an online commercial real estate marketplace, has filed a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed initial public offering of its common stock.The San Francisco-based company said the number of shares to be offered and the price range have not yet been determined. LoopNet enables commercial real estate brokers, and other agents, to list properties for sale or lease. In addition, the company provides technology and information services to enable commercial real estate organizations to manage their online listings and property marketing. The company can be found on the Web at http://www.loopnet.com.