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Efrati of Entrepreneur Properties sells 43-05 65th Street for $8.4 million; Reps private seller and buyer Horn

Entrepreneur Properties arranged the sale of 43-05 65th St. The property sold for $8.4 million or 14 times the rent. The property is a four-story walk-up with 42 apartments located in the neighborhood of Woodside. "There is very little supply in Queens and the demand is stronger than ever," said Ami Efrati, president of Entrepreneur Properties. Efrati represented the seller; a private family who has owned the property for more than 30 years and the buyer hotelier Shimmie Horn. At $200,000 per unit, this transaction represents the highest price paid per unit for an individual walk-up building in Queens this year.
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Multi-generational multifamily owners - who’s in and who’s out - by Shallini Mehra and Amit Doshi

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

Many long-time property owners are divesting from their rent stabilized properties at an increasingly rapid pace. This trend has gained momentum primarily due to the unyielding permanence of rent laws over the past six years and the increasing operating costs that continue to outstrip rent growth. In addition, the judiciary’s elongated timeline in processing evictions and tenant rent challenges,
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.
Artificial intelligence in lending - by Lindsay Mesh Lotito

Artificial intelligence in lending - by Lindsay Mesh Lotito

Artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to help transform lending by enhancing decision-making, improving risk management and streamlining operations. With AI-powered tools that analyze vast amounts of data, lenders are able to assess borrower creditworthiness more accurately and efficiently. AI can evaluate a wide range of factors,
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

There was a time when an offering memorandum (OM) was pretty bare bones, some photos, a few bullet points on income, and a rent roll thrown in at the back. That used to get the job done. Not anymore. In 2025, buyers are sharper, faster, and more selective. They’re looking