Aaron Appel leaves JLL to launch own firm
After JLL’s acquisition of HFF, head of the brokerage’s debt arm Aaron Appel is leaving to start his own firm. He is launching his own company called AKS Partners along with his team members Keith Kurland,…
“The rich will get richer anyway”: HUD Secretary Ben Carson dismisses concerns that Opportunity Zones will only benefit rich people
Ben Carson is well aware of the complaints directed at the federal Opportunity Zones, and how the tax incentive program meant to boost struggling communities may only end up benefiting rich investors and developers. On Friday,…
The Daily Dirt: What brokers fear most
Here’s what brokers are biting their nails over…well, pretty much everything. Brokers are worried about the economy, local politics, national politics, disruptors, third-party lead-generation companies and high cholesterol levels. (Well, probably on that last one. Everyone…
Universal Design: A Growing Trend For When Building A Forever Home
The accommodations made for people opting to age-in-place are also those that can be important considerations for life’s eventualities at any age. …
Universal Design: A Growing Trend When Building A Forever Home
The accommodations made for people opting to age-in-place are also those that can be important considerations for life’s eventualities at any age. …
The Chopard Mansion is on the market for $40M
Diamonds may be forever, but townhouses on the Upper East Side are not. The Geneva, Switzerland-based jeweler, Chopard, listed its American headquarters at 21 East 63rd Street, also known as the Chopard Mansion, for $40 million…
Stephen Ross hits roadblock at Hudson Yards, there’s a new call to tax NYC’s rich: Daily digest
Every day, The Real Deal rounds up New York’s biggest real estate news, from breaking news and scoops to announcements and deals. We update this page at 9 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 4 p.m. ET. Please…
Converting to Geothermal Energy
Temporary bans on new natural gas connections have prompted some New York homeowners to turn to geothermal systems….
Cozy Up With A Browsing Of Residential Libraries Designed By Women
With today being both National Women’s Day and National Book Lover’s Day, we’re putting the spotlight on reading nooks from female designers. …
Communications 101: Improving Interactions Between Property Managers And Owners
The importance of open communication between a property manager and the property owners they represent cannot be overstated. …
BRP is bringing another apartment complex to Jamaica
BRP Companies is bringing another residential complex to Archer Avenue in Jamaica, Queens. The development firm, headed by co-founders Meredith Marshall and Geoff Flournoy, plans to bring a 24-story mixed-use tower to 163-05 Archer Avenue, according…
Vintage SoCal | This Woodland Hills house wears its Hollywood history well
The gated English Tudor, listed at $2.2 million, was once part of a larger property owned by Oscar-winning film director Michael Curtiz. …
Three Steps Real Estate Agents Can Take To Protect Their Safety
When crimes of opportunity are perpetuated against real estate agents, how can you stay safe? …
Is Your Local Real Estate Market On The Rise? Eight Signs To Watch For
Understanding how your local market is trending can help you make smart decisions. Here are some things to watch for. …
Eco-mansions can hold hidden bargains for buyers
There’s still a premium on “green” construction costs, but that doesn’t necessarily translate to higher resale prices. …
$100 Million, 48-Acre Resort Opens On Mississippi Gulf Coast
A new resort boosts a port city’s hospitality and tourism stature with a reimagined former military installation. …
Two Important Real Estate Lessons For The Family Office
Capitalizing on available tax benefits and conducting proper due diligence with the right sponsor can help family offices get more out of their real estate investments. …
Real estate bigwigs on their minimum wage days
It’s hard to forget a first job, whether it was scooping ice cream, waiting tables or selling knives door-to-door. But it’s funny to think that the CEOs, developers and top industry brokers — who these days…
Woo Family’s Wharf Holdings Warns Of Uncertainty As Profit Falls
The Hong Kong-listed property developer said that its underlying profit fell 12%, while warning of the negative effects of the U.S.-China trade war and real estate price controls on the mainland. …
These were the 10 largest Manhattan real estate loans in July
The top 10 Manhattan loans recorded in July totaled just $1.66 billion, the lowest sum since February and just a third of the June’s total. And that’s not much more than last month’s top loan: Related…
