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Professional Profile: Steven Fernaays 2012

Name: Steven Fernaays Title: Architect Company: SWBR Architects Location: Rochester, NY Place of birth: Sodus, NY Family: Married, 3 kids (2 boys & 1 girl) College: Syracuse University First job unrelated to your current field: Fruit and vegetable farmer First job in your current field: Fingerlakes Construction What your firm does now and its plans for the future? Award winning architecture Hobbies: Woodworking, soccer, biking, snowmobiling, skiing Favorite film: "Braveheart" Favorite novel: "The Da Vinci Code" Keys to success: Listen well, learn often and always work hard Person you admire most (outside of the family): John Stewart If you had to choose a different profession, what would it be? Farming
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New York’s streets are full again, and the retail numbers prove it - by Noam Aziz

New York’s streets are full again, and the retail numbers prove it - by Noam Aziz

Walk down any New York block this year and you can feel it. The sidewalks are crowded, the storefronts are lit, and the energy that defines this city is back at full volume.
Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: The total cost of relocation - by David Hunt

Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: The total cost of relocation - by David Hunt

You have a right to be concerned. I am always surprised at the companies that will negotiate the price of their new facility down to the last dollar, without thoroughly analyzing their
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,