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AI Commute Analysis: The Next Frontier in Office Site Selection

I’ve been helping companies find office space in this city for over two decades now and can tell you something that might surprise you: most of the firms I work with, even the smart ones, largely overlook commute analysis.

15 Sep '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Expert Insights

Eighth Avenue Rents: The $20/SF Discount Nobody’s Talking About

Something unusual is happening with Eighth Avenue rents in the 30s.

08 Sep '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

Expert Insights

Class A Office Rents in New York City by Neighborhood (As of August 1, 2025)

Class A office rents in NYC stop making sense the moment you compare neighborhoods.

29 Aug '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Real Estate Guides

2025’s Biggest Office Leasing Deals in Manhattan (So Far)

Some exciting momentum is brewing in Manhattan’s office market.

18 Aug '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Real Estate Guides

Default: The Dirtiest Word in Commercial Real Estate

After sitting across from landlords in hundreds of lease negotiations, there’s one word that makes me cringe every single time I see it buried in the fine print: “default.” I wish I could tell you it’s just legal jargon that doesn’t matter, but I can’t.

06 Aug '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Real Estate News

End of Remote Work: Major NYC Employers Mandate Returns – What It Means for Office Demand

I used to field calls asking, “Will companies ever bring people back?” Now every conversation starts with “Did you hear who just announced five days?” And it’s all because companies, of different shapes, sectors, and sizes, are essentially declaring the end of remote work.

29 Jul '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Expert Insights

The Return of Gulf Investors: Why They’re All-In on Manhattan Again

Gulf investors are back in New York, and it’s happening faster than most people realize.

17 Jul '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Expert Insights

Do Branded Office Buildings in NYC Really Justify Their Price Tag?

You’re looking at two options for your next office.

07 Jul '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

Expert Insights

Mayor Zohran Mamdani? What Could Be the Impact on NYC Commercial Real Estate?

A 33-year-old just broke New York politics—and your building’s rent roll might be next.

25 Jun '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Real Estate News

For Sale Again: How the Third Time Could Be the Chrysler Building’s Charm

You know what they say about third times and charms?

18 Jun '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Expert Insights

The $402 Million Fifth Avenue Transformation: Why It’s Midtown’s Next Great Office Corridor

Back in 2019, I showed a CEO a corner office on Fifth Avenue between Bryant Park and 59th Street.

05 Jun '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Case Studies

Case Study: How Auros Leased an Office That Balances Lifestyle, Functionality, and Future Growth

Many companies begin their office search with only a few months left on their lease.

26 May '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Expert Insights

Beyond the Curb Appeal: NYC Commercial Real Estate’s Parking Premium

“Where do I park my Lexus?” That’s how it always starts in NYC commercial real estate.

12 May '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Expert Insights

Building Security in NYC: What Tenants Should Know About Office Access, Cameras, and After-Hours Safety

You’re on another office tour, standing in a gleaming Manhattan lobby.

05 May '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Office & Workspace Design

The Tangible Impact of Office Colors in NYC

Ever walked into your Manhattan workspace and felt instantly drained by those soul-sucking generic white walls?

24 Apr '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Expert Insights

NYC Developers Part 2: Sky-The Masterminds Behind NYC’s Trophy Office Renaissance

Six Visionary Developers Reshaping New York City’s Skyline You feel it immediately—that neck-craning moment when you enter a truly spectacular building.

18 Apr '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Expert Insights

Tariff Impacts: Can Madison Avenue Retail Survive the Storm

Luxury shopping on Madison Avenue isn’t feeling so luxurious these days.

11 Apr '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Expert Insights

NYC Developers Part 1: Five Visionaries That Built the City’s Skyline

Trophy buildings and glass towers are one thing.

02 Apr '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Real Estate News

The B&H Acquisition: A $150 Million Steal That Has New York Gawking

B&H Photo just pulled off a real estate coup for the ages, nabbing a 21-story building at 333 West 34th Street for $150 million—an eye-popping $105 million discount compared to Brookfield Properties’ 2017 purchase price.

28 Mar '25 • By Alan Rosinsky