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Closed NYC restaurant during the COVID-19 lockdown, reflecting retail market challenges.

Real Estate Market Reports

Report: Retail Sales Activity Drops 78% During NYC Lockdown

The New York City retail market took a hard hit as the pandemic spread across the city.

29 Jul '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

NYC skyline featuring Empire State and Chrysler Buildings, commercial real estate hub.

Real Estate Market Reports

Report: New York City Office Sales Drop 58% During Lockdown

Office towers in the New York City commercial real estate market sell at exorbitant price tags, and investors from around the world are willing to shell out hundreds of millions – and sometimes even billions – to own trophy office space in the city.

22 Jul '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Luxurious interior of a men's clothing shop in NYC, evoking Brooks Brothers' legacy.

Expert Insights

Brooks Brothers Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

Brooks Brothers filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in a Delaware court last week.

16 Jul '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Sunny day in Lower Manhattan showcases potential commercial real estate investments amid market challenges.

Expert Insights

Commercial REITs: A Compelling Investment Opportunity in the Current Market

In this current economic climate, investors still have a unique opportunity to invest in commercial real estate.

30 Jun '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Empty double escalator in an NYC shopping mall, symbolizing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Expert Insights

Could Office Tenants Save a Struggling Retail Sector?

The COVID-19 pandemic is already having a massive impact on the global economy.

13 Jun '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Businesswoman having a video conference in her home office.

Expert Insights

Revolutionizing the Workplace: What the Rise of Remote Work Means for NYC’s Office Market

As the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, the workplace as we know it has undergone a drastic transformation.

26 May '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

NYC skyscrapers under construction, reflecting dynamic real estate.

Real Estate Guides

2,000 Non-Essential Construction Complaints Filed With 311 During NYC Lockdown

New York City, the city that never sleeps, is also the city that never stops building.

21 May '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Aggressive car driver in NYC, illustrating traffic changes.

Real Estate News

The Number of Traffic Complaints in NYC Dropped 50% in the First 3 Months of 2020

NYC Traffic Complaints Drop 37% Compared to Q1 2019 and 49% Compared to Q4 2019 Traffic in New York City tends to fluctuate throughout the year.

19 Apr '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Masked NYC woman, emblematic of pandemic impact on city life.

Expert Insights

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the US Commercial Real Estate Market

There’s no denying that the emergence of COVID-19 has caused a tectonic shift in the world order.

09 Apr '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Vibrant Times Square, commercial heart of NYC with bustling traffic.

Real Estate Guides

Looking For a New Office for Your Business? These Are the Noisiest NYC Neighborhoods to Work In

New York City is one of the busiest urban centers in the world.

19 Mar '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Aerial view of Central Park, a serene contrast to discussions on taxes in NYC office markets.

Real Estate Market Reports

These Are the 50 Top Tax-Paying Office Buildings in New York City

Property taxes in the U.S.

10 Mar '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Aerial view of Lower Manhattan at sunset, amid NYC's booming commercial real estate development.

Real Estate Market Reports

Hudson Square Added More Office Space From 2010 to 2020 Than Any Other Manhattan Submarket

Office development in New York City is more intense than ever, fueled by steady job growth in the metro and a constant influx of tech businesses leasing and expanding office space in NYC.

05 Mar '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Lower Manhattan skyline from New Jersey at dusk, reflecting NYC commercial real estate trends.

Real Estate Market Reports

These Were the Biggest NYC Office Sales of the Past Decade, in Each Borough

We recently looked at a decade’s worth of New York City office sales, zooming in on each borough to see the evolution of the market from 2010 through 2019.

27 Feb '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

NYC skyscrapers and Central Park, showcasing the vibrant commercial real estate market.

Real Estate Market Reports

Market Report: A Look at NYC Office Sales Activity From 2010 to 2020

The New York City office market is one of the busiest in the world, in terms of both leasing and sales activity.

04 Feb '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Real Estate Guides

Loss Factor in NYC CRE – What It Is and How to Avoid Its Trap

Loss factor, also known as load or core factor, is a term specific to the commercial real estate industry that is not too difficult to explain.

20 Jan '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Close-up detail of Chanin Building's Art Deco architectural ornament in NYC.

Real Estate Guides

8 NYC Art Deco Buildings Where You Can Rent Office Space

Art Deco, the pairing of exquisite craftsmanship with rich materials, and a clear statement of luxury, glamour, exuberance and overall progress, has a strong presence in New York City.

16 Jan '20 • By Alan Rosinsky

Open plan modern NYC office space with tables, chairs, pendant lights, and plants.

Real Estate Guides

How Long Does Finding Office Space in NYC Typically Take?

Picture this: your landlord calls incessantly, urging you to accept their latest lease renewal offer.

17 Dec '19 • By Alan Rosinsky

5th Avenue, NYC Luxury Retail District, Featuring 711 5th Avenue, Second Top Office Sale of 2019

Real Estate News

The 50 Largest NYC Office Sales in 2019

The New York City commercial real estate market had a decent year in 2019.

16 Dec '19 • By Alan Rosinsky

Stuyvesant Square, Greenwich Village, Manhattan – Ideal for media and publishing offices.

Real Estate Guides

5 Manhattan Office Neighborhoods for Media and Publishing Companies

Often lauded as a commercial powerhouse, New York City offers a dynamic setting where media and publishing giants such as The New York Times and HarperCollins thrive.

12 Dec '19 • By Alan Rosinsky