Category: Spotlight Content

2025 Women in Construction: Rose Bothomley, CTA Architects P.C.

2025 Women in Construction: Rose Bothomley, CTA Architects P.C.

February 25, 2025
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? As an NYC resident of 25 years, I am most proud of the historic preservation work I’ve been a part of. I’m still awed by the city’s architectural variety, but it’s been incredible to gain a deeper understanding
NYC agencies abandon mission statements, escalate  anti-taxpayer policies amidst tax assessment controversy - by Peter Blond

NYC agencies abandon mission statements, escalate anti-taxpayer policies amidst tax assessment cont...

February 11, 2025
While it is very upsetting news to publicize, two New York City agencies have abandoned their mission statements (psst, to correct real estate tax assessment errors). As a practitioner in the field and as a member of the New York City Bar Association, it is necessary to highlight just how anti-taxpayer these institutions
Deferring capital gains from the sale of appreciated investment properties - by Michael Packman

Deferring capital gains from the sale of appreciated investment properties - by Michael Packman

February 11, 2025
When investing in real estate, the key is to buy a property well and then sell it for a profit at some point in the future. While real estate values may be down from their peak values a few years ago, investors that have owned properties for several years likely still have unrealized gains in value. Many investors know they
Public policy effects on real estate - by John Rynne

Public policy effects on real estate - by John Rynne

February 11, 2025
Much of the health of the real estate industry is due to government policy. It makes perfect sense that the real estate industry and the appraisal industry go hand in hand. If the real estate industry is booming or sinking, so is the appraisal industry and vice versa. With the relatively high interest rates of the past
Modern economic development requires educational development - by Stacey Duncan

Modern economic development requires educational development - by Stacey Duncan

February 11, 2025
When I was growing up in Broome County, obtaining a high-quality home-grown education meant you could – upon graduation – have your pick of high-quality home-grown economic opportunities. Even as the presence of once-robust local giants like Singer Link and IBM dwindled while I was in school
Architecture Studio: Innovating architectural  design with City of Yes building codes - by William Gati

Architecture Studio: Innovating architectural design with City of Yes building codes - by William G...

February 11, 2025
Our goal at Architecture Studio has always been to design strong, beautiful, and functional structures. As a result of NYC’s City of Yes zoning amendments, urban development potential is being maximized. Licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, we specialize in residential, commercial, and institutiona
About Merritt Environmental Consulting Corp.

About Merritt Environmental Consulting Corp.

January 28, 2025
Merritt Environmental Consulting Corp. (MECC) was established in June of 2009 after being part of a larger engineering firm for almost 20 years. The focus of the company is to assist lending institutions, attorneys, real estate investors, and property owners with environmental concerns.
About Schroder & Strom

About Schroder & Strom

January 28, 2025
Founded in 2000, Schroder & Strom has built an unparalleled reputation and a team of 10 attorneys with well over 150 years of combined expertise in the area of real estate tax law. The attorneys at Schroder & Strom have a clear mission: To provide clients with the most effective real estate tax counsel and litigation services possible.
Cancos Tile & Stone: Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Tile and Stone Solutions

Cancos Tile & Stone: Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Tile and Stone Solutions

January 28, 2025
For over 70 years, Cancos Tile & Stone has been a leading name in the tile and stone industry, delivering premium products and unparalleled service to commercial developers, architects, and designers. With 12 showrooms strategically located throughout New York, Cancos has established itself as the go-to source for innovative and durable materials
Nominations for the 2025 Women in Construction Spotlight now open!

Nominations for the 2025 Women in Construction Spotlight now open!

January 14, 2025
The 2025 Women in Construction Spotlight in the New York Real Estate Journal is set for release on February 25th, in honor of Women in Construction Week (March 2-8). This special issue will spotlight the incredible women and women-owned firms making a lasting impact across the New York A/E/C industry.