Property sites which can easily adapt to change are much more likely to last over the long haul. Property design which can accommodate future use will reduce redevelopment cost and increase property value. Several case studies are listed by Bohler – one...
The lender (Bank of America) behind the loan of the Hilton Times Square is currently negotiating an agreement with the borrower involving a deed-in-lieu of foreclosure. As a result of the pandemic, the Hilton Times Square was seeing below 5% occupancy...
Dunkin Donuts, the largest chain in the city, has less stores in 2020. This is a perfect snapshot of the larger picture for retail and the challenges presented by Covid-19. Dunkin Donuts isn’t the only retail chain to lose stores this year. Starbucks,...
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development will stop accepting applications for its Privately Financed Affordable Senior Housing program, known as PFASH. Under this program, developers are allowed to increase the scale of a project that sets aside a...
David Howson, a New York City landlord is facing eviction as tenants living in his Harlem building are refusing to pay rent. He is out more than $40,000 in missed rent payments. New legislation being passed will delay the tenants being held responsible for rent...
Governor Cuomo signed a bill into law allowing renters and homeowners to delay evictions and foreclosure proceedings until May 2021 if they can demonstrate financial hardship caused by the pandemic. All renters and homeowners have to do is fill out a...
