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Cozy sweaters on hanger, a nod to fashion in NYC's Herald Square during the retail clash.

Brick & Mortar Vs. Click & Mortar: 34th & Broadway

The current standoff between Macy’s and (indirectly) Amazon over signage rights in Herald Square has been getting extensive coverage as the case makes its way through the courts.

28 Oct '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Before You Sign a New York City Office Lease, Be Sure to Ask These 6 Connectivity & Telecommunications Questions

Real Estate Guides

6 Telecom Questions to Ask Before Signing Your Office Lease

6 Telecom Questions Every Business Should Ask Before Leasing Office Space in NYC Few things frustrate office tenants more than unreliable internet or dropped video calls — especially in a city where time is money.

26 Oct '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

NYC buses whiz through Authority Bus Terminal, slated for redevelopment by 2030.

Expert Insights

Port Authority Bus Terminal to be Redeveloped by 2030

There was never any glory in the race for ‘NYCs Most Dismal Point of Entry.’ But since Penn Station’s 255,000-square-foot Moynihan Train Hall expansion opened on New Year’s Day, the Port Authority Bus Terminal doesn’t even have a worthy rival for the title in Midtown Manhattan.

25 Oct '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

NYC skyline, One World Trade Center, Tribeca: Icons of evolving supertall office spaces.

Expert Insights

Controversial Supertall Towers Point the Way to Sustainable Office Space

I have been thinking lately about the towers that define our city.

20 Oct '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Aerial view of 111 Wall Street in NYC's Financial District, part of a large office deal of 2021.

Real Estate News

These Are the 5 Biggest NYC Office Sales of 2021 (So Far)

The New York City office market has been going through a rough patch caused by the Covid19 pandemic.

19 Oct '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

NYC skyline symbolizes .6B decline in commercial real estate value.

Expert Insights

NYC Offices Lost $28.6 Billion in Value. What Does That Mean for NYC & Its Commercial Tenants?

For the first time since 2000, the market value of New York City commercial real estate has declined.

13 Oct '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Manhattan skyline featuring St. John’s Terminal, Google's .1 billion office acquisition.

Expert Insights

Google Just Spent $2.1 Billion on St. John’s Terminal – Is Big Tech Driving NYC’s Revival?

On September 21st, Google announced that it would purchase the St.

06 Oct '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Professionals converse in NYC office amid market rebound, reflecting increased leasing activity.

Real Estate News

Increased Leasing Activity Fuels Manhattan’s Office Recovery

Manhattan’s commercial real estate market was hit with an unprecedented blow when the Covid19 pandemic emerged in March 2020.

30 Sep '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Rent Control for Commercial Spaces? Newly Proposed NYC Legislation

Expert Insights

Will Rent Control for NYC Commercial Space be Enacted?

The city of New York’s Council Committee on Small Business is holding a hearing on a bill that would enact commercial rent control for retail and office space.

28 Sep '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Young businesspeople holding an outdoor office meeting

Expert Insights

Outdoor Space, the Most Sought-After Post-Pandemic Office Amenity

The Covid-19 pandemic immediately changed how people work.

23 Sep '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Park Avenue sign, symbolizing IWG's strategic leasing at 250 Park Avenue, NYC.

Real Estate News

IWG’s Big Lease at 250 Park Avenue: Latest Evidence that Coworking Offices Are Back

Powered by startups, freelancers, and established companies looking for extra desks, coworking office managers enjoyed several years of uninterrupted growth in Manhattan.

21 Sep '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Real Estate News

CBS Building in Manhattan Finally Sells for $760M

After many unsuccessful attempts to sell the office building at 51 West 52nd Street in Midtown Manhattan, the time has finally come for the landmark to change hands – for the first time ever.

20 Sep '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

34th Street Subway Station: A Glimpse into Penn Station's NYC Transit Network

Expert Insights

Penn Station: Past, Present and Future

New York City’s Pennsylvania Station, most commonly known as Penn Station, is the busiest transportation hub in the entire Western Hemisphere.

11 Sep '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Professionals collaborating in spacious NYC office with versatile workstations.

Real Estate Guides

Pros and Cons of Coworking vs. Traditional Office Space in NYC

In the commercial real estate world of New York City, one pivotal question stands: coworking vs.

04 Sep '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Dynamic NYC Manhattan Skyline Illustrates Commercial Real Estate Growth Amid Challenges.

Expert Insights

How Disasters Helped Shape New York City

New York City is one of the fastest-growing urban centers in the world.

30 Aug '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Reflective skyline of buildings in Manhattan, epitomizing NYC's commercial real estate landscape.

Real Estate Guides

These Are the Biggest Commercial Real Estate Landlords in NYC

Ed Koch, the former NYC mayor, referred to New York City as the “capital of the world” in his memoir “Mayor.” It’s no wonder that the city is a powerhouse of commercial real estate, a stage where the biggest commercial real estate landlords in NYC compete.

24 Aug '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Real estate agent guides customer to sign contract in NYC commercial real estate search strategy.

Real Estate Guides

The Tenant Proposal Package Guide for Better Lease Terms

Picture yourself walking through the energetic streets of New York City, eyeing that perfect commercial space for your business.

07 Aug '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Real Estate Guides

Buying Versus Leasing Office Space: A Guide for Businesses in NYC

When looking for the perfect workplace in New York City, businesses often face a critical question: is buying versus leasing office space the better option?

03 Aug '21 • By Alan Rosinsky

Expert Insights

The Top 6 Amenities NYC Office Tenants Will Look for Post-Pandemic

As the New York City office scene undergoes a significant shift, the buzzword is ‘adaptation.’ Office spaces once brimming with activity now stand amid an era of transformation, with landlords scrambling to meet tenants’ changing needs.

22 Jul '21 • By Alan Rosinsky