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Inclusionary housing programs crucial, but work better with 421a
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By REBNY President John Banks The US Census Bureau announced last week that New York City’s population has grown to its largest size in recorded history
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Brodsky demonstrates art of true civic leadership
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By REBNY President John Banks This week is REBNY’s 120thAnnual Banquet, and will honor many of the real estate industry’s top performers and contributors.
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BANKS: Making Our Voices Heard for the Betterment of New York City
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Last week, I had the great privilege of standing with more than 100 REBNY members who attended a public hearing on commercial rent control legislation.
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Growing YIMBY movement a good sign for affordable housing
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Renters and prospective homeowners across the United States are feeling the crunch of a severe housing shortage. It is no secret that tens of millions
Residential
New state legislature presents opportunities for affordable housing
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New York State is now solidly controlled by the Democratic Party. In addition to maintaining control of the State Executive Branch and the State Assembly
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Affordable housing bills to consider at the polling booth
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As our nation approaches the November midterm elections, New Yorkers should be thinking about affordable housing as they head to the polls.
Debt & Equity
Real truth about hard money loans
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David Hansel, president, Alpha Funding Solutions Hard Money sounds like a dirty word, but is it? Cold cash plays a vital role in the real estate investment
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Construction industry push for diversity a good start, but more resources needed
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By Clark Peña, director of advocacy, Construction Workforce Project A recently announced diversity initiative by the Associated General Contractors of
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BANKS: A Garment District plan that fits like a glove
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New York City’s Garment District has traditionally been the epicenter of the apparel industry for the whole world. A national decline in apparel jobs
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Solving affordable housing crisis means changing the conversation
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Any New Yorker who has tried to rent a house or apartment recently knows that New York City is in the throes of an affordable housing crisis.
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Studies shed light on discussion regarding gentrification
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As New York City’s population continues to grow, and efforts continue to create housing to accommodate such growth, the word “gentrification” is raised
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Know your financial pulse, it could save your company’s life
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By Marc Newman, Associate Managing Partner, Anchin, Block & Anchin Just as a wise patient undergoes regular medical checkups, a construction firm should