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Proptech Changing the Way Construction is Done

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is encouraging proposals from the property technology industry to help make buildings more energy efficient and environmentally sustainable.   The Mayor’s office for Sustainability along with the New York City...

Manhattan Tenants Head to the Outer Boroughs

Early stage investment firm, Left Lane Capital, is leaving Manhattan for Brooklyn.  The firm just signed a lease at Ten Grand in Williamsburg. They are leaving TF Cornerstone’s 152 W 57th St.   Other tenants also leaving Manhattan for Williamsburg’s...

Hotels Begin to Re-emerge

New York hotel occupancy has “soared” to 65.4% as of March 21st – one of the highest occupancy rates we’ve seen since the pandemic began. There is one disclaimer however – these calculations are coming in from a reduced base of inventory.   A...

Empty Retail Space Flourishes

In Manhattan, empty retail space is flourishing as the once bustling streets of office employees dwindle.   Rent reductions offered by landlords is sustaining many retailers. But, how long can this continue? Many retailers are not making ends meet even with...

Flexible Office Life Prevails

Commercial brokers are doing everything they can to get employees back to the office. Zoom tours, embracing the idea of flexible workspace – subletting, flexible leases, and making the office a desirable place to be.   Bruce Mosler, chair of global...

Freshly Signs 12.5 Year Lease

Freshly, the prepared meal delivery service, has moved its offices to 28 East 28th street. The company acquired 92,000 square feet of space for a 12.5 year period. Freshly plans to move into the space in the summer of 2021. Freshly is owned by Nestle. Companies that...