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What A&E’s ‘The Real Estate Commission’ Gets Right (and Wrong)

For thirteen years, residential brokers have owned reality TV.

19 Sep '25 • By Alan Rosinsky

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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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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

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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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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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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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Why Overseas Companies Are Establishing a Presence in NYC—And the Challenges They Face

Forget the myths—Trade tensions, tariffs, and all, NYC commercial real estate remains a highly attractive, major draw for overseas companies.

19 Mar '25 • By Bobby Samuels

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The 10 Best Commercial Real Estate Books Ever Written About NYC

When you’re hunting for office space in New York, the right commercial real estate books can be your secret weapon.

10 Mar '25 • By Bobby Samuels

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Trophy Class A Office Space: The Workspace Lottery Everyone’s Trying to Win

You’ve seen the headlines about empty offices everywhere.

20 Jan '25 • By Bobby Samuels

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Why Class B Office Space is the New Manhattan Sweet Spot

Running a successful business in Brooklyn or Queens takes vision and smart decision-making.

06 Dec '24 • By Alan Rosinsky

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Why New York City’s Landmark Historic Buildings Remain Relevant to Commercial Real Estate

Ever wonder why companies are still fighting over space in New York City’s historic buildings despite the presence of shiny new trophy towers everywhere?

25 Oct '24 • By Alan Rosinsky