Design / Build

The new HUD guidelines for the evaluation and control of lead-based paint hazards in housing

In January 2012, a committee of experts recommended that the CDC change its "blood lead level of concern." The recommendation was based on a...

Remote doorman service opens up a world of possibilities for luxury apartment dwellers

The lives of today's urban dwellers are more complicated than ever before - especially in the city that never sleeps. While often on the go,...

Going "green" can save you green: Utilizing Variable Frequency Drives

Variable Frequency Drives became part of the real estate vernacular over two decades ago. It was first promoted as the "Next Big Thing" for ...

Real estate community needs to have patience in a difficult market

We in the real estate business plan, design, invest and commit - knowing full well that we may not see the results of our decisions for some...

Company of the Month: Graciano Corp. builds on a long history of success in New York: Celebrating 95 years of business

Many firms have come and gone in the historic restoration business. Yet, for 95 years, Graciano Corp. has been quietly and meticulously buil...

Providing unique real estate capital solutions: Helping deals get done in 2012 and beyond

In today's tight economic times, everyone - major tenants, landlords, and lenders - is much more conscious of the precious nature of capital...

A contractor expeditor to coordinate and obtain contractor signoffs for TCO has become necessary

Nothing is more frustrating to an owner, CM, or GC during the TCO process than to diligently pursue the TCO process over a 6 month period of...

11-02-2012 - BOMA/NY teams up with Hope for Warriors to aid returing wounded vets

Their workplace is unimaginable. Choking desert heat, deep mountain cold. A warren of mud-walled streets or rock-strewn terrain, where any ...

When you receive a Mechanic's Lien, your first phone call should be to Speedy Lien

Being in business for more than 20 years, I am aware that landlords and building managers feel anxiety when they receive an envelope with a ...

10-23-2012 - IREM to hold "Ethics for the R.E. Manager"

The Greater New York chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) will hold "Ethics for the Real Estate Manager" on Oct. 23rd. ...