News: Brokerage

Professional Profile: William Gati 2015

Name: William Gati Title: Architect Company: Architecture Studio Location: Queens, NY Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Education: B.S., B. Arch., M Arch. First job outside of real estate: Pianist First job in real estate or allied field: Architectural Drafting What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? I am and will be an Architect How do you unwind from a busy day in real estate? Play the sax or the piano Favorite book or author: Holy Bible (NIV) Favorite movie: "The Ten Commandments" Last song you purchased/downloaded? "Know It All" by Kelly Clarkson One word to describe your work environment: Homey Rules to live by in business: Do, say and achieve the essentials If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead, but not related to you) who would it be and where would you go? Jesus; a good seafood restaurant. What is your dream job? I would be a touring musician in a jazz band. Even though I presently work as a musician (apianoman.com) touring all over the country would be great.
READ ON THE GO
DIGITAL EDITIONS
Subscribe
Columns and Thought Leadership
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.
A guide to finding the right NYC property management company - by Sanjay Gandhi

A guide to finding the right NYC property management company - by Sanjay Gandhi

Being a small to midsize landlord in NYC is an increasingly demanding endeavor. From navigating complex regulations, increased compliance demands to dealing with tenant issues and remediating violations. It is wise to enlist the assistance of a partner, a professional
Hunt CRE question and answer: Choosing a real estate agent - by David Hunt

Hunt CRE question and answer: Choosing a real estate agent - by David Hunt

First, we will only work with one agent exclusively. The primary reason is that we want that agent to legally represent our client’s interests. In New York State, a real estate agent has a fiduciary
Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: Fortune 500 wisdom - by David Hunt

Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: Fortune 500 wisdom - by David Hunt

Yes, there are lessons to be learned from the largest companies in America when comes to managing your real estate. But the decision to buy or lease real estate may not be one of