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New report shows that limiting density raises rents
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There is perhaps no better sign of New York City’s continued prosperity than the fact that 60,000 newcomers move to our great city each year.
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Now is the time to discuss property tax reform
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By John H. Banks Last week, I participated in the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce’s panel discussion about New York City’s property tax system.
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BANKS: Garment District has new lease on life
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New York’s Garment District has long been both the physical and symbolic center of New York’s fashion and garment manufacturing industries.
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Historic day for New York City’s residential agents
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New York has the best real estate brokers in the world. It takes considerable grit, savvy and determination to succeed in such a highly competitive profession
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Rental agents should seize their opportunity to be heard
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On Tuesday, June 11 at 10am at City Hall, we have a one-time only opportunity to tell our City Council not to pass legislation that would cap certain rental broker fees.
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Concealed carry law would undo progress made on curbing crime
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A healthy and vibrant real estate environment in New York City depends on more than just policies specific to our industry. Underlying all new development
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Two rezonings and three cheers for City Council
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The approval of a neighborhood rezoning in Inwood and a tech hub in Union Square will help New York City continue to thrive for generations to come.
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Resiliency marked as New York Cityʼs greatest strength
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For all of us who remember the devastating attacks and the aftermath of September 11, 2001, last week’s opening of 3 World Trade Center is yet another
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Strong residential sales across NYC’s five boroughs
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By Steven Spinola, president, Real Estate Board of New York The demand for housing in the five boroughs is strong, according to the Real Estate Board of
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Albany rent reform must protect tenants and owners
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With a looming June 15 deadline, it’s now time to look closely at some of the proposed rent regulation reforms being discussed in Albany.
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Declining Manhattan retail rents starting to attract interest
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As retail rents in Manhattan continue to self-correct, REBNY’s bi-annual Manhattan Retail Report found a positive increase in deal-making between property
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Why capping broker fees will do more harm than good
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It is always a good idea to evaluate proposed legislation based on the facts at hand. While rhetoric about good intentions can be persuasive, looking at