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Mamdani to Suspend NYC’s Tax Lien Sale Program
Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to halt New York City’s tax lien sale program and might consider ending the practice. The program began in 1996 and involves the sale of property owners’ unpaid tax liens and water debt at a discount to a private investor-backed trust, which...
Mamdani to Suspend NYC’s Tax Lien Sale Program
Under the program, the city can sell a property tax lien when the owner owes as little as $5,000. Continue Reading Mamdani to Suspend NYC’s Tax Lien Sale Program
Trump Organization Previews $1 Billion Saudi Residential Development
The Trump Organization is partnering with Dar Global, the international arm of the luxury developer Dar Al Arkan, announced their third collaboration in Saudi Arabia with the launch of the $1 billion Trump Plaza Jeddah. The new development will encompass fully...
Macy’s to Close 14 Stores Across 12 States
Macy’s Inc. (NYSE: M) is planning to close 14 stores in 12 states during the first part of this year. The retailer will shutter the stores following clearance sales that are set to begin in mid-January and run for approximately 10 weeks. In an email shared with...
Furniture Retailer Closing All 89 Stores
A bankruptcy court has approved the Going Out of Business sales of all 89 remaining stores owned by American Signature Inc. The sale involves 79 stores in 13 states that operated under the Value City Furniture brand and 10 stores in Delaware and Florida that operated...
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Report: FHFA’s Pulte Instigated Subpoena and Indictment Threat Against Powell
Pulte has made no public comment on Powell’s announcement. Continue Reading Report: FHFA’s Pulte Instigated Subpoena and Indictment Threat Against Powell
Powell Announces He is Target of DOJ Criminal Probe
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announced the Department of Justice (DOJ) has served the central bank with grand jury subpoenas related to his testimony last June before the Senate Banking Committee related to the renovation of the Fed’s headquarters. In an...
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 5-9
A pair of unexpected housing policy proposals, an unfair accusation against a hotel chain, and an unlikely new theme park. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Jan. 5-9
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NYC Panel Approves Hike on Rent-Stabilized Apartments of Up to 4.5%
The rent hikes exceeded the levels sought by Mayor Eric Adams. Continue Reading NYC Panel Approves Hike on Rent-Stabilized Apartments of Up to 4.5%
CMBS Delinquency Rate Rises to 7.13%; Office Sector Delinquency at New Record High
One year ago, the CMBS delinquency rate was 5.35%. Continue Reading CMBS Delinquency Rate Rises to 7.13%; Office Sector Delinquency at New Record High
Florida Gov. DeSantis Vetoes Bill for $1 Million Study on Ending Property Tax
“We know what needs to be done, so let’s just do it,” said DeSantis. “And we will do it.” Continue Reading Florida Gov. DeSantis Vetoes Bill for $1 Million Study on Ending Property Tax
Cathie Wood Praises FHFA Directive on Cryptocurrencies in Housing Policy
Wood said the FHFA directive “could bolster both crypto and housing significantly.” Continue Reading Cathie Wood Praises FHFA Directive on Cryptocurrencies in Housing Policy
Doron Netanel Named CEO at Commodore Construction
Netanel most recently served as chief financial officer with international construction company Electra USA. Continue Reading Doron Netanel Named CEO at Commodore Construction
Proposed Australian Law Would Require Disclosures on AI-Altered Listing Photos
“Being misled into visiting a property that is not suitable is frustrating for prospective tenants and may mean they miss out on other properties,” said Leo Patterson Ross, president of the Tenants Union of NSW. Continue Reading Proposed Australian Law Would Require Disclosures on AI-Altered Listing Photos
Socialist NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani Seeks Property Tax Hikes in ‘Richer and Whiter Neighborhoods’
He claimed “I don’t think that we should have billionaires” because of perceived income inequality gaps. Continue Reading Socialist NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani Seeks Property Tax Hikes in ‘Richer and Whiter Neighborhoods’
SEC Charges New Hampshire Developer with Defrauding Real Estate Investors
The US Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire filed criminal charges against Robynne Alexander. Continue Reading SEC Charges New Hampshire Developer with Defrauding Real Estate Investors
Walker & Dunlop Arranges $170 Million Financing for Mixed-Use Salt Lake City Complex
Post District opened in December 2023 and spans five buildings. Continue Reading Walker & Dunlop Arranges $170 Million Financing for Mixed-Use Salt Lake City Complex