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Posted: December 28, 2012
Michael Schroder, Schroder & Strom, LLP
Contact Name : Michael Schroder
Company Name : Schroder&Strom, LLP
Email : [email protected]
Phone : 516-742-7430
Fax : 516-742-7433
Address, City, State : 114 Old Country Road, Suite 218, Mineola, New York 11501
What was your greatest professional accomplishment in 2012? : Resolution of a tax assessment litigation on behalf of a 600 unit condominium which was based on equitable considerations rather than overvaluation.
What was your most notable project, deal or transaction in 2012? : Developing a pro bono program with the attorneys in our firm to assist homeowners with severe property damage from Sandy in lowering their real estate taxes. The firm is also providing assistance for all affected by Sandy, by helping the public with guidelines to help establish their tax grievance claims.
What are your predictions for commercial real estate in 2013? : No predictions about commercial real estate, but most interested in value of waterfront property in flooded areas. Will demand and values drop for the first time over concerns about future super storms and global warming?
What are your resolutions for 2013? : Watch Downtown Abbey when aired on PBS and not on Hulu Plus a year later. Learn to master my Iphone 5.
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