Manhattan, NY According to The Durst Organization, two commercial towers have officially been rebranded to capitalize on their location near Grand Central Terminal. The renaming of 655 Third Ave. to 5 Grand Central East and 733 Third Ave.
Brooklyn, NY One Domino Square has reached 100 residences sold as of the end of 2025. Since launch, One Domino Square has been a leading force in the market, claiming the title of New York City’s fastest-selling building for more months than any other new development.
Manhattan, NY According to Global Holdings, Cerity Partners LLC, a national wealth management and financial advisory firm, has signed a new long-term lease at 99 Park Ave. Currently occupying the 16th floor as a subtenant, Cerity Partners
Brooklyn, NY National real estate development firm Landau Properties, in partnership with the Mizrachi family’s Third Millennium Group and Midtown Equities, has closed on the purchase of 205 Montague St. As part of its pre-development financing, the partnership secured a $113 million senior loan from Northwind Group and $100 million in equity,
Manhattan, NY The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) has selected Slate Property Group, Xenolith Partners, and Comunilife Inc. as the development team for their proposal, “La Ostra,” turning a currently vacant site in Inwood
Webster, NY Empire Commercial Construction (Empire), a regional general contractor that specializes in turn-key retail, restaurant, and small-project construction, completed the construction contract for Eagle’s Nest Golf Lounge.
Brooklyn, NY Naftali Group, a privately held global real estate development and investment firm based in New York, which is partnering with Access Industries, a U.S.-based industrial group with global strategic investments, closed a
Manhattan, NY The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) — one of the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospitals and NYC’s only Level 1 veterinary trauma centers— has completed the hospital’s 83,000 s/f, $125 million expansion and renovation. The completed final phase of construction includes a new emergency room and new facilities for cardiology, radiology, ophthalmology, neurology, and internal medical services.
Manhattan, NY 64 University Pl., a 12-story, 28-unit residential condominium project developed by University Place Asset Management (UPLAM) and designed by KPF Architects with interiors by SPACE Copenhagen, ended 2025 with winning two significant architectural design awards.
Manhattan, NY EP Engineering has commenced its collaboration with Skin Pharm, a modern beauty brand known for its in-clinic aesthetic treatments and at-home skincare products, as the company expands to multiple locations across the United States.
Manhattan, NY On Thursday, December 4th, The New York Building Congress convened members of the city’s design, construction, healthcare, transportation and real estate communities for its annual Industry Recognition Gala, celebrating leaders whose work is shaping the future of New York’s built environment.
Rochester, NY The Rochester Area Chapter of the New York State Commercial Association of Realtors (RAC NYSCAR) has named two new board of directors for 2026: Courtney Janto of CBRE Upstate NY and Rob Jones of Coldwell Banker Commercial Custom Realty.
I am honored and excited to serve as president of the New York State Commercial Association of Realtors (NYSCAR) this year. It’s a privilege to work alongside such a dedicated group of professionals who share a passion for excellence and service in our industry.
Manhattan, NY Bayport Funding launched its new Adjustable-Rate Fix & Flip Loan, designed to help investors stay ahead of a dynamic interest-rate environment. Introduced as a strategic solution to empower real estate investors during a shifting economy,
Queens, NY BHI, the U.S branch of Bank Hapoalim, B.M. has provided The Beechwood Organization with $10 million to finance the pre-development phase of The Lighthouse, a 109,000 s/f development site located on the northwest corner of Beach Front Rd. and Beach 67th St. in The Rockaways’ Arverne, area.
East Hampton, NY Arrow Real Estate Advisors arranged a $4.4 million acquisition loan for 36 Newtown Ln., a 3,452 s/f mixed-use property located in the village. The financing was arranged on behalf of Vault Development Partners, led by Robert Zecher,
Poughkeepsie, NY Basis Investment Group, LLC, (Basis) provided a $27.5 million bridge loan to Capstone Realty to refinance the existing debt of Plaza 44, a grocery-anchored neighborhood retail center located on the intersection of Rte. 44
Brooklyn, NY Eastern Union secured a $33.84 million loan to help finance the purchase of a four-story, 144,263 s/f medical office building located at 6201 15th Ave. on the corner of 62nd St. in the Borough Park neighborhood.
New Rochelle, NY Newmark arranged $550 million in total financings across seven office, multifamily and hospitality assets located throughout Westchester County, New York and Fairfield County, Connecticut. The transactions were led by vice chairman Christopher Kramer
Hempstead, NY Short Term Capital funded a $2.5 million bridge loan to facilitate the purchase of a commercial building. The existing building on the site will be demolished to make way for a new mixed-use rental development, 108,000 s/f consisting of 96 residential units