Category: Spotlight Content

Local Law 92 of 2019 and Local Law 94 of 2019: New roofs and green roof systems or solar panels - by William Gati

Local Law 92 of 2019 and Local Law 94 of 2019: New roofs and green roof systems or solar panels - ...

November 19, 2019
I am writing this article to inform all readers about Local Law 92 of 2019 and Local Law 94 of 2019, which took effect November 15th, 2019, and mandate that all new roofs be partially or fully covered in green roof systems or solar panels. Most of the article was taken from the DOB web site. 
The search for what to rent returns as we scour the universe to find you great new rental items - by Ron Lanzo

The search for what to rent returns as we scour the universe to find you great new rental items - by...

November 19, 2019
Since I started to write these articles for the New York Real Estate Journal I began a journey to educate my audience and the New York Metro area of just how important and popular renting was as opposed to purchasing for a wide variety of items. As I look back over the past several
Royal Properties signs Planet Fitness for 20,769 s/f

Royal Properties signs Planet Fitness for 20,769 s/f

November 19, 2019
Vails Gate, NY According to Royal Properties, Inc., Planet Fitness signed a 10-year lease with two five-year options for 20,769 s/f at Big V Town Centre, 374 Windsor Hwy., Rte. 32. Big V Town Centre is a 241,720 s/f shopping center with
Winick Realty Group brings seafood concept to 940 Columbus; Marchuk of Harvest International Commercial acts for tenant

Winick Realty Group brings seafood concept to 940 Columbus; Marchuk of Harvest International Commerc...

November 19, 2019
Manhattan, NY Seafood restaurant Mighty Catch has signed a lease for its first location in the borough, bringing the Oceanside, NY-based concept to the Columbia University market. The restaurant signed a lease at
Apple Bank reopens Coney Island branch; New 2,800 s/f corner space designed by S9 Architecture

Apple Bank reopens Coney Island branch; New 2,800 s/f corner space designed by S9 Architecture

November 19, 2019
Brooklyn, NY Apple Bank, which specializes in consumer and small business banking services, has officially reopened its Coney Island branch in a newly-rebuilt, ground floor, 2,800 s/f corner space at the 532 Neptune Ave. retail
Dobrowski and French of NKF rep. Thor Equities in $73 million sale to Algin

Dobrowski and French of NKF rep. Thor Equities in $73 million sale to Algin

November 19, 2019
Brooklyn, NY Newmark Knight Frank (NKF) brokered a sale of the property currently leased by BJ’s Wholesale Club (BJ’s) at 1752 Shore Parkway. The sale will represent one of the largest and lowest
Reasons why businesses or organizations choose to rent versus own their offices - Stephen Lasser

Reasons why businesses or organizations choose to rent versus own their offices - Stephen Lasser

November 19, 2019
Few businesses or organizations in New York own their office space versus renting. There are many reasons why businesses or organizations, including real estate investment, management and brokerage companies, choose to rent versus own. However, the primary reason is probably
Sagamore Hill Partners launches, Janoff to lead with Ripka, Cooper, Spiegelman and Kaplan

Sagamore Hill Partners launches, Janoff to lead with Ripka, Cooper, Spiegelman and Kaplan

November 19, 2019
New York, NY Sagamore Hill Partners LLC, a real estate investment firm born out of a strategic partnership with one of the leading independent retail leasing and management companies in the region, has opened.
Exhibitor Showcase: Casandra Properties

Exhibitor Showcase: Casandra Properties

November 19, 2019
Founded in the 1980’s by Casandra Zappala, Casandra Properties has evolved from a small boutique firm into a full-service real estate company offering outstanding representation to its clients in both the commercial and residential marketplaces. Our holistic approach to the entire real estate process has
Exhibitor Showcase: Waterstone Properties Group

Exhibitor Showcase: Waterstone Properties Group

November 19, 2019
Waterstone Properties Group is a privately-owned real estate development company based out of Needham, Mass., with offices in Portsmouth, N.H. and Spartanburg, S.C. With a portfolio of 60+ properties, our focus is to
EW Howell Construction Group’s Interiors Division brings 10,000 s/f fitness center to TWA Hotel

EW Howell Construction Group’s Interiors Division brings 10,000 s/f fitness center to TWA Hotel

November 19, 2019
New York, NY EW Howell Construction Group, one of the region’s leading education, retail, cultural, government and healthcare builders, has completed the build out of TWA Fitness, one of the world’s largest hotel fitness
Tri State Commercial Realty: The Brooklyn office market has room for growth

Tri State Commercial Realty: The Brooklyn office market has room for growth

November 19, 2019
Brooklyn, NY According to Tri State Commercial Realty, the office market has room for growth and the borough’s niche commercial market continues to attract creatives. As 2019 wraps up and 2020 quickly approaches, one thing, according to