Manhattan’s Not Dead

Manhattan’s Not Dead

Over the last few months I’ve discussed the increasing popularity of New York City’s outer-boroughs–namely, Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx–with regard to residential growth and development. From Crown Heights to Midwood, to Jamaica, Kew Gardens, and...

Crown Heights Reaching New Heights

Over the past few years, outsiders and residents alike have dubbed Brooklyn the “new” Manhattan, in terms of development, art, and a changing demographic. Yet, Brooklyn is large (the most populous borough and only second to Queens in terms of land area), so what...

Shift in Popular New York Neighborhoods

Previously, Midtown and Midtown South of Manhattan were thought of as the hot real estate neighborhoods in New York City.  The locations were central, and gave both renters and office leaser’s exceptional access to the city.  However, according to an article recently...

Supposedly Affordable Neighborhood Increasing in Price

Due largely to the forty one billion dollar affordable housing plan proposed by New York City Mayor de Blasio, East New York is supposed to be one of the most affordable neighborhoods to rent or buy. It is scheduled as the first of fifteen proposed sites to be...

Former New York Governor Expanding Family Real Estate Business

After an unsuccessful attempt to run for city comptroller, Eliot Spitzer, former New York Governor, rejoined his family real estate business.  Since then, he has been working to develop the business, with a focus on building and developments.  Late last year, Spitzer...