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Meet the BMAR Member: Arnold Waldman

Arnold Waldman is a third generation insurance professional and a leading industry producer specializing in real estate, garment, and ocean marine insurance. Waldman earned his BA degree from Yeshiva College and the insurance industry designation of CPCU. Waldman began his insurance career at the DiCerbo Agency of the Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company and attended Dale Carnegie Institute where his selling skills were honed. He then joined his father's firm learning all facets of the business. Waldman merged with CBS in 1987. Waldman is considered an expert in insuring hi-rise commercial urban buildings. Some of his clients are the Sears Towers in Chicago and the Toy Building in Manhattan. Waldman sits on a number of boards including the Bronx Manhattan Board of Realtors, the UJA South Shore Board and Executive Committee, and the JCC of Greater Five Towns as vice president. Arnold Waldman * CBS Coverage Group 111 Express Street, Plainview, NY 11803 Phone: (516) 938-9000 * Email: [email protected] www.cbscoverage.com
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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

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
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,
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,