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NYC real estate
fromHoodline
6 hours ago

Developers Buy Contested Atlantic Avenue Site in Brooklyn

Developers have acquired key properties in the Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan area to pursue a mixed-use project aligned with new zoning rules.
#new-york-city
fromFox News
6 days ago
New York City

'We're taxing the rich': NYC Mayor Mamdani touts new $500M-a-year tax on luxury second homes

fromAP News
6 days ago
New York City

New York City apartment building workers set to vote on whether to go on strike

Brooklyn
fromHoodline
7 hours ago

NYC Sues Landlord Over $1.3M Airbnb ShortTerm Rental Scheme

New York City is suing a Brooklyn landlord for converting apartments into illegal short-term rentals, removing over $1.3 million in housing from the market.
Upper West Side
fromCurbed
4 days ago

No Visitors, No Packages, and Please Don't Do Laundry!

New Yorkers are preparing for a potential doorman and porter strike, leading to various contingency plans for building management and resident responsibilities.
New York City
fromtherealdeal.com
6 days ago

Death by a thousand cuts: real estate reacts to governor's pied-a-terre tax proposal

A proposed tax on second homes over $5 million aims to raise $500 million for NYC's budget but may harm the housing market.
New York City
fromFox News
6 days ago

'We're taxing the rich': NYC Mayor Mamdani touts new $500M-a-year tax on luxury second homes

New York City proposes a tax on luxury second homes to generate $500 million annually for city services.
New York City
fromAP News
6 days ago

New York City apartment building workers set to vote on whether to go on strike

New York City building workers may strike over contract disputes affecting 1.5 million residents, marking the first strike in 35 years.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
6 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
#real-estate
Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

'Accidental Landlords' Hit Near-Record Levels -- 1 Stock to Buy, 1 to Avoid

Many sellers are becoming 'accidental landlords' as home prices remain high and mortgage rates stay near 6%.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Manhattan appellate court forces developer to transfer Bryant Park condo ownership | amNewYork

A judge awarded a Chinese businesswoman ownership of two condos after canceling the mortgage held by a company linked to her former partner.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

New York joins states seeking to regulating private listing networks

The bill mandates public marketing of listings while allowing exceptions for seller privacy and safety concerns with informed consent.
Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

'Accidental Landlords' Hit Near-Record Levels -- 1 Stock to Buy, 1 to Avoid

Many sellers are becoming 'accidental landlords' as home prices remain high and mortgage rates stay near 6%.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Manhattan appellate court forces developer to transfer Bryant Park condo ownership | amNewYork

A judge awarded a Chinese businesswoman ownership of two condos after canceling the mortgage held by a company linked to her former partner.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Battery Park City Authority tells court it can't move forward with Lower Manhattan flood protection work without condo access | amNewYork

The Battery Park City Authority (BPCA) took Cove Club Condominium to court last week, arguing that if a judge doesn't grant it access to the condo, it won't be able to install critical flood walls and underground drainage structures around Battery Park City that could help prevent Hurricane Sandy-esque damage in the future.
NYC politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
8 hours ago

Two Harbors sued over protections in CCM proposed acquisition

The lawsuit claims Two Harbors submitted materially incomplete and misleading financial disclosures, alleging that the board agreed to unfair deal protections and that executives timed stock trades to personally benefit from the mergers and acquisitions activity.
Intellectual property law
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

NYC seeks millions from alleged illegal Airbnb hosts in Brooklyn who faked their identities | amNewYork

The city is suing a landlord for millions over illegal Airbnb rentals in Brooklyn, seeking punitive damages and fines for public nuisance violations.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Data center disputes have been local. But the midterms might change that

Data centers are crucial for economic growth but face community opposition due to environmental and cost concerns.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

NYC unveils insurance plan for rent-stabilized housing, but some small landlords worry relief could come too late | amNewYork

City-backed insurance program aims to reduce property and liability premiums for affordable housing, potentially benefiting 100,000 homes by 2030.
Renovation
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Two 1940s Buildings Could Be Demolished for New Construction in Tribeca East Historic District

Two mid-century buildings in Tribeca may be demolished for new construction, pending approval from the Landmarks Preservation Commission.
#brooklyn
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
17 hours ago

Where Have All the Normal Windows Gone?

Large windows in new builds are popular but come with practical drawbacks like limited ventilation and difficulty finding suitable curtains.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

Back wall collapses at vacant Brooklyn building, forcing neighbors to evacuate

A partial collapse of a vacant Brooklyn building led to evacuations and a determination of structural compromise by the Department of Buildings.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
17 hours ago

Where Have All the Normal Windows Gone?

Large windows in new builds are popular but come with practical drawbacks like limited ventilation and difficulty finding suitable curtains.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

Back wall collapses at vacant Brooklyn building, forcing neighbors to evacuate

A partial collapse of a vacant Brooklyn building led to evacuations and a determination of structural compromise by the Department of Buildings.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Colorado AG voids MV Realty Homeowner Benefit Agreements

The consent judgment voids MV Realty's long-term Homeowner Benefit Agreement contracts, clears recorded property filings, and bars the company from performing real estate brokerage services in Colorado.
Real estate
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

Mayor Mamdani Goes to Housing Court, And What Else Happened This Week

Mayor Mamdani aims to support tenants facing eviction but has not committed to specific funding or promises.
New York City
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

'NYC is cooked': Business leaders and Wall Streeters erupt over proposed luxury second-home tax

A proposed tax on second homes over $5 million in NYC faces backlash from wealthy homeowners and investors.
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

I Did My Aunt and Uncle a Huge Favor. Now I'm Being Treated Like an Evil Landlord.

I inherited my house while I was still in college. I had no clue what to do as a homeowner so I invited my 'aunt and uncle' to live with me after they got priced out of their apartment.
Law
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
5 days ago

The Insider: Perfect Pied-a-Terre in Boerum Hill

A design team maximized a 450 square foot space, transforming a former tailor's shop into a functional and stylish studio apartment.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

NYC Housing Calendar, April 20-27

Upcoming housing events and affordable housing lotteries in NYC are highlighted, with specific dates and income requirements for applications.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Miami and RWorld Realtors merge into 93,000 member association

The MIAMI Association of Realtors and RWorld are merging to create the largest local Realtor association and MLS in the world.
#housing
East Bay real estate
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Mamdani administration eyes new effort to steer sale of NYC rent-stabilized apartments

Mayor Mamdani aims to influence the sale of rent-stabilized apartments in East Harlem to protect tenants' rights and stabilize housing.
New York City
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

Mamdani announces city-backed insurance option as rent freeze looms

Mayor Mamdani introduces a publicly-backed insurance option to support struggling landlords with lower premiums for rent-stabilized and affordable housing.
East Bay real estate
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Mamdani administration eyes new effort to steer sale of NYC rent-stabilized apartments

Mayor Mamdani aims to influence the sale of rent-stabilized apartments in East Harlem to protect tenants' rights and stabilize housing.
New York City
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

Mamdani announces city-backed insurance option as rent freeze looms

Mayor Mamdani introduces a publicly-backed insurance option to support struggling landlords with lower premiums for rent-stabilized and affordable housing.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
5 days ago

Eric Adams' zombie effort to change NYC Charter roars to life with first public hearing

Public input is welcomed as the commission seeks to modernize city government and enhance democratic involvement.
#housing-policy
from48 hills
5 days ago
NYC real estate

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

fromCity Limits
1 week ago
Real estate

100 Days In, Mamdani's Housing Chief Says City Hall Will Stand Up for Tenants-And Work With Real Estate

fromGothamist
1 month ago
NYC politics

Mamdani wants to take buildings from bad NYC landlords. This bill could make it happen.

NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
5 days ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
Real estate
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

100 Days In, Mamdani's Housing Chief Says City Hall Will Stand Up for Tenants-And Work With Real Estate

The administration prioritizes tenant rights while engaging with the real estate industry to address the housing affordability crisis.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Mamdani wants to take buildings from bad NYC landlords. This bill could make it happen.

New legislation would allow New York City to seize apartment buildings from negligent landlords with severe code violations and unpaid taxes, transferring them to responsible owners.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
6 days ago

Demolition likely after LPC declines to landmark historic Fort Greene home * Brooklyn Paper

The Landmarks Preservation Commission has denied landmark status to a historic house in Fort Greene due to extensive alterations.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
3 days ago

East Flatbush Tenants Rage At Mystery Landlord As Building Falls Apart

Tenants face severe living conditions with infestations and damage, struggling with unclear ownership and unresolved repairs after the landlord's death.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

HOA liens climb 8.6% in 2025 as Sun Belt pressure mounts

Homeowners associations filed 284,933 liens against U.S. homeowners in 2025, an 8.6% increase from the 262,446 filings in 2024, equivalent to one lien every 90 seconds.
Real estate
NYC real estate
fromNews 12 - Long Island
4 days ago

Tenants raise concerns about East Flatbush apartment building's new landlord

Tenants in East Flatbush face severe living conditions, including structural issues and pest infestations, while struggling with unclear landlord ownership.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Top 10 Brooklyn Listings: A Greenpoint Row House

Bay Ridge co-op, Prospect Lefferts Gardens row house, and Park Slope brownstone are the most popular listings this week.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

eXp Realty added to Zillow RESPA lawsuit in Seattle

The lawsuit claims that the portal tricks consumers into using agents affiliated with Zillow through its Flex and Premier Agent programs, resulting in inflated home purchase prices.
Real estate
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
2 weeks ago

Doomed to fail: Why Rent Guidelines Board always gets it wrong

The Rent Guidelines Board's process is ineffective and cannot set appropriate rent increases for diverse tenants.
NYC politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on New York's bad landlords'. He has to find them

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues, ensuring accessibility without paywalls, and supports community engagement through initiatives like rental hearings.
#pied-a-terre-tax
NYC real estate
fromHell Gate
5 days ago

Pied-a-Terre-orize the Rich

New York proposes a 'pied-Ă -terre tax' targeting luxury second homes valued at $5 million or more to tax wealthy out-of-towners.
NYC real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Will new tax on ultra-luxury NYC homes derail red hot demand?

The proposed pied-a-terre tax targets second homes over $5 million, potentially generating $500 million annually amid New York City's budget shortfall.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Southeast MLS Alliance expands into Florida

Southeast MLS Alliance expands with realMLS, enhancing data-sharing and connectivity across the Southeast for over 118,000 subscribers.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
3 weeks ago

Mamdani crackdown targets condo and co-op tax cheats

Residency requirements for voting in New York are ambiguous, impacting co-op and condo owners amid new tax abatement documentation rules.
New York City
fromPBS News
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants face challenges identifying landlords due to corporate ownership structures, complicating accountability and enforcement of housing laws.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Thousands of NYC tenants face May deadline as emergency housing vouchers wind down

Over 5,000 low-income NYC households face a deadline as federal housing vouchers run out, prompting NYCHA to seek alternative housing solutions.
#tenant-rights
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
New York City

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Housing groups push to ensure new tenant harassment penalties get in state budget | amNewYork

New York City
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched hearings for renters to voice complaints directly to housing officials, addressing issues like mold and landlord accountability.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Housing groups push to ensure new tenant harassment penalties get in state budget | amNewYork

New legislation aims to impose criminal penalties for systemic harassment of rent-regulated tenants in New York City.
New York City
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

What's to Come at 'Rental Ripoff' Hearings?

Met Council on Housing's Tenants' Rights Hotline provides guidance to tenants facing housing issues, connecting them with resources and referrals to navigate complex tenant rights and government agencies.
#new-york
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Hochul floats tax on NYC second homes worth $5M or more

New York Governor Kathy Hochul proposes new taxes on second homes worth $5 million or more to address fiscal challenges and equity in taxation.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 weeks ago

Help for rent-stabilized landlords appears unlikely as Mamdani's board kicks off

Data on rent increases in New York reveals conflicting interpretations between tenant advocates and landlord groups regarding financial realities.
#affordable-housing
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
5 days ago

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Seniors in Brownsville

Affordable housing lottery opens for 142 senior apartments in Brownsville, with 47 units designated as truly affordable.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Housing complexes overseen by NYC plagued with problems, investigation finds

NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
5 days ago

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Seniors in Brownsville

Affordable housing lottery opens for 142 senior apartments in Brownsville, with 47 units designated as truly affordable.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Housing complexes overseen by NYC plagued with problems, investigation finds

NYC real estate
fromGothamist
6 days ago

The New Yorkers who can't get housing vouchers as Mamdani fights program expansion

Ciro Sollazzi faces eviction and fears homelessness after losing his job and falling behind on rent.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Insurance is having a growing impact on condo affordability

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac revised condo project approval requirements, enhancing affordability but eliminating limited reviews, impacting mortgage access for buyers.
NYC real estate
fromWRAL.com
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants in a Bronx building express grievances about poor living conditions at a city forum aimed at holding landlords accountable.
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

'Didn't know we had a landlord' - fatal Queens house fire exposes squalor, violations

"The landlord did not pay attention to this house whatsoever. We didn't even know we had a landlord."
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 weeks ago

What Owners Need to Know About Their Apartment Insurance

Most water claims start in the most ordinary places: under sinks and around toilets. A slow drip from a supply line or a small leak by a toilet can lead to severe water damage across several units.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn, Queens apartment developers broke disability access laws when building, suit claims | amNewYork

How buildings are designed impacts people's lives every day. If every day you're living in a space where you can't use your home, that gnaws away at you.
NYC real estate
Boston real estate
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
2 months ago

What Is The "health" Of A Boston Condo Association Mean? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

A Boston condo association's health depends on financial stability, physical maintenance, operational transparency, sufficient reserves, low delinquency, clear records, and adequate insurance coverage.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Daily News
3 weeks ago

New rental buildings in Brooklyn, Queens plagued with accessibility problems: lawsuit

Developers of new rental apartments in NYC face a lawsuit for failing to provide accessibility for wheelchair users.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 months ago

NYC's borough presidents wield new power over housing decisions. How will they use it?

Borough presidents regained decisive land-use appeal authority, enabling them to overturn council decisions and reshape housing development priorities across neighborhoods.
New York City
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

NYC starts crack-down on landlords with a mountain of violations

New York City's mayor pairs stricter enforcement against negligent landlords with initiatives to expand safe, deeply affordable, supportive, rent-stabilized housing for low-income residents.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

City Could Take Property From Negligent Landlords

The Third Party Transfer program, paused since 2019 for disproportionately affecting Black and Brown homeowners, may be reformed through the SAFER Act to target only the worst offenders while providing greater protections.
Real estate
fromCurbed
2 months ago

When Your Friend Becomes Your Landlord

Renting from a friend can save money but often creates blurred boundaries, interpersonal conflict, and disputes over property and security deposits.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

NYC's outgoing planner says Mamdani's proposed rent freeze must avoid 'pushing buildings into distress'

In his four years as director of the New York City Department of Planning, Dan Garodnick oversaw one of the most sweeping changes to the city's zoning rules in decades. The policy, called City of Yes, initiated a collection of revisions to boost housing, including updates that allow new apartment projects to add bulk used for affordable housing, homes to convert basements or add backyard cottages as accessory dwellings, and more office buildings to be converted into residential space.
New York City
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Opinion | In a housing crisis, New Yorkers deserve clear Co-op application rules amNewYork

Co-op purchase processes need clear, enforceable timelines and transparency to protect buyers, sellers, buildings, and prevent unequal treatment in a housing crisis.
New York City
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

What to do about illegal subletters

Subletting spare rooms in rent-stabilized apartments reduces housing availability, enriches leaseholders at landlords' expense, and suggests landlords should share revenue and screen renters.
NYC real estate
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 month ago

Court Strikes Down Protections For NYC Renters

A New York appeals court invalidated a 2019 law prohibiting tenant discrimination based on Section 8 voucher use, ruling that required inspections violate landlords' Fourth Amendment rights.
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