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Seven tenants sign at The Durst Organization and The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s One World Trade Center

Manhattan, NY The Durst Organization and The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey said that seven tenants have signed leases totaling nearly 50,000 s/f at One World Trade Center. The transactions consisted of three new leases and four renewals.

Non-imputation title insurance - by Thomas Kearns and Hyman Kindler

Real estate investors often purchase ownership interests in existing entities that own commercial real estate rather than acquiring the property by deed. Reasons for this include more favorable transfer or income tax consequences. Sometimes, if the price is large enough, the purchaser would like to have title insurance coverage

The Real Estate Institute at Stony Brook University College of Business to hold fall luncheon on Oct. 20

Farmingdale, NY The Real Estate Institute (REI) at Stony Brook University (SBU) College of Business will hold a joint panel event on October 20th. The fall luncheon, titled “Reimagining the Modern Office Space,” promises an exploration of the evolving landscape of work environments.

Winick Realty Group brokers Chip City Cookies' 664 s/f lease at TF Cornerstone's 278 7th Ave. property, Chelsea Centro

Manhattan, NY According to TF Cornerstone (TFC), a new lease has been signed with Chip City Cookies at the ground floor of their 278 7th Ave. property, Chelsea Centro. The brand known for its rotating cookie offering will be opening its doors at this location in Q1 of 2024, marking

Roy of Great Performances to oversee new Little Birch kiosk at 550 Madison’s public garden

Manhattan, NY The Olayan Group said that Little Birch, a new food and drink kiosk serving seasonal lunchtime fare in 550 Madison’s public garden has opened. Little Birch will be overseen by chef Solanki Roy of Great Performances, who is executive chef for The Arch amenity space

Back to School Construction - by Tammy Smith and Marilyn Sygrove

As summer comes to a close and schools reopen, the back to school season provides some industries a welcome respite from the chaotic demands of the summer, and others a much needed boost after a slow set of months https://nyrej.com/img/stories/new/2023/Online/Sept./Marilyn_Sygrove.png

Cohen of Refined CRE closes a $4 million deal

Brookyln, NY According to Refined CRE, senior capital advisor, Peter Cohen, has secured construction financing of $4 million for a property. Demonstrating both efficiency and expertise, the entire transaction

Simone named Centennial Chair of the 2024 Heart of New York City campaign

Joe Simone, president of Simone Development Companies, has been named Centennial Chair of the American Heart Association’s Heart of New York City, a year-round effort aimed at investing in and saving and improving lives in the five boroughs

Jafri Group, LLC expands private equity platform

Manhattan, NY Jafri Capital announced a strategic relationship with Prime Manhattan Development, together tackling development projects. PMD is led by Grant Shapolsky who comes from a family with 115 years of experience and has successfully developed

The domino effect of rent stabilization in New York - by Sam Eshaghoff

Even though the slumps in retail and office values have been well-documented this decade, the most significant downfall in New York real estate is in rent stabilized multifamily. Maybe that’s because rent stabilized apartment owners have been reluctant to admit defeat, as their