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Efrati of Entrepreneur completes $9.5 million sale of two-building package; Represents both buyer and seller of 44-74 21st Street/11-55 45th Avenue

Ami Efrati of Entrepreneur Properties has brokered the $9.5 million sale of a two-building walk-up package in Long Island City. Efrati represented the buyer and seller. The properties are located at 44-74 21­st St. and 11-55 45th Ave. and consist of 47 apartments and one store front. Efrati said, " The phenomenal location and below market rents were a perfect fit for this family who made their first acquisition after 10 years of patiently waiting for the right deal to come along." In addition to the rent multiple of 11x, Long Island City has been one of the most active neighborhoods in Queens for new projects. ­st Street and 11-55 45th Avenue, Long Island City - Queens, NY
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Navigating the changing landscape of hotel Property Improvement Plans and conversion brands - by Andrew Cameron

Navigating the changing landscape of hotel Property Improvement Plans and conversion brands - by Andrew Cameron

When owners are due for a significant Property Improvement Plan (PIP), they must carefully evaluate what the best course of action is. Over the past five years, major hotel brands have become significantly more flexible with their PIP schedules.
The death of the generic offering memorandum: What buyers expect in 2025 - by Kimberly Zar Bloorian

The death of the generic offering memorandum: What buyers expect in 2025 - by Kimberly Zar Bloorian

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Multi-generational multifamily owners - who’s in and who’s out - by Shallini Mehra and Amit Doshi

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