YIMBY Act shows housing activists make a difference
Jolie Milstein on the 'Yes in My Backyard' movement
Category : Views
Busting the retail vacancy myth
The issue of retail vacancies is isolated to certain corridors and caused by a variety of factors.
Robin Fisher to be recognized as Young Professional of the Year
The strength of New York’s real estate industry can be measured by the skills and accomplishments of our community’s emerging leaders. Each year REBNY is proud to partner with the Young Men/Women’s Real Estate Association to honor an outstanding up and coming talent with the Young Real Estate Professional of...
If I was mayor… how one New Yorker would shake things up
Heidi Burkhart of how working together can create a better new york
Revitalization of Albany neighborhood can be replicated to create more affordable housing
Albany’s Arbor Hill neighborhood, one of the oldest in the capital, has long been a symbol of urban decay. Outdated public housing buildings, vacant warehouses, and a general lack of investment defined the area. All of that is changing now, though, as the area is now one of the most...
Don’t miss deadline for Opportunity Zone tax benefits
Legal Viewpoint from Adam R. Sanders, partner, Rosenberg & Estis
Declining real estate investment is a threat to city services
New York City is a more desirable place to live, work, and visit than ever before—and for good reason. Our economy is booming, unemployment is historically low, and leading industries are setting up shop in the five boroughs. Last year we broke another tourism record by welcoming 65.2 million visitors....
REBNY to honor Henry M. Celestino with management award
On January 16, 2020, REBNY will hold its 124th Annual Banquet and will be pleased to honor Henry M. Celestino with the George M. Brooker Management Executive of the Year Award. While New York’s leading developers and architects generally command the spotlight for their bold visions, behind the scenes, they...
New tenant harassment bill strikes right balance
Earlier this week, the City Council put forward legislation that would strengthen laws pertaining to commercial tenant harassment. Some of the media coverage about the legislation has been very inaccurate. I would like to use this opportunity to clarify what the new legislation would do. The legislation which the City...
The power of public relations to shape geography
By Sarah Berman President and Founder, The Berman Group The fluid nature of New York City’s neighborhoods presents endless opportunities for real estate professionals. The never-ending process of building and renovation can transform a familiar street, while tenant trends altar the business profiles of districts. New names for areas...