Spotlights

Developing Brooklyn: 144 Vanderbilt

Brooklyn, NY Designed by the award-winning architecture firm SO-IL, 144 Vanderbilt is a creative reimagining of Brooklyn living. Prominently located at the corner of Vanderbilt and Myrtle Ave., the eight-story building features 26 designed two- to four-bedroom condominium residences across 21 distinct floor plans, as well as retail space at the ground level.

Developing Brooklyn: 1 Java Street

Brooklyn, NY Developed by Lendlease, 1 Java St. is a sustainable, urban regeneration development along the Greenpoint waterfront. Scheduled for completion in early 2026, the project will comprise 834 rental units, 30% of which have been designated as affordable housing under the Affordable New York Housing Program.

Developing Brooklyn: West Wharf - 60 Wharf Drive

Brooklyn, NY Located in the seven-acre West Wharf complex in Greenpoint, the 40-story, waterfront tower features 554 spacious studio- through three-bedroom residences, many with balconies or terraces and nearly all with views of the East River, Manhattan skyline, and/or Brooklyn cityscapes.

Developing Brooklyn: 524 Halsey Street

Brooklyn, NY 524 Halsey St. is a former stable building carefully reimagined into beautifully-crafted condominiums in Bedford-Stuyvesant. The boutique development features 31 homes, full-service amenities, and original artwork by Humza Deas, a well-known Brooklyn-born photographer from contemporary art gallery Sugarlift. 

Developing Brooklyn: 827 Sterling Place

Brooklyn, NY Kriss Capital and Haussmann Development formed a partnership with the Saint Louis family who had owned and operated a garage on the property for thirty years. The Saint Louis family had a steadfast vision to develop a multi-family building on the property in keeping with the changing

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Conducting a zoning analysis in
New York City - by William Gati

In the ever-evolving landscape of New York City, conducting a zoning analysis is a pivotal step for anyone looking to build an addition, convert a property, or undertake significant modifications. While the process may seem straightforward at first glance, the intricacies

The role of a qualified intermediary in a 1031 exchange - by Michael Packman

To complete a valid and successful 1031 exchange, investors acquiring taxpayer-owned properties need the services of a qualified intermediary (QI), also known as an “exchange facilitator.” During a 1031 exchange, the individual obtaining an investment or business property

Corporate Transparency Act: A summary of the new reporting requirements - by Sandy Klein

On January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect. The CTA requires businesses, including real estate businesses, to file a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reports with the US Department of Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Such

Real estate value, Vrbo & Airbnb - by John Rynne

The Vrbo and Airbnb revolution has exploded on the scene especially for residential properties. I’ve appraised a number of properties that have been used for short-term occupancy, either daily or weekly. In the past they were typical month-to-month or annual traditional rentals. Most