21st Century Road to Housing Act: Massive Reform Package Wins Support Despite Investor Ban Concerns

A bipartisan housing package nearing the finish line in Congress could be one of the biggest reforms in decades, and it has attracted both support and detractors from the housing world. The Senate voted Wednesday to advance the 21st Century Road to Housing Act—a bill that merges the language of a ho

Get Ready for ABBA Voyage

The ABBAtars are coming to New York City. Crain’s reported this week that Gary Barnett and his ever-busy Extell Development filed paperwork to demolish half a block on 11th... More »

Have You Heard About Whole Foods Jail?

About a decade ago, a designer we’ll call Joanne had a cart filled with Thanksgiving dinner for ten as she idly considered the beauty aisle of the Tribeca Whole Foods. It was there that she noticed a $30 pot of Dr. Hauschka eye cream and made an impulsive calculation. She was about to drop a smal...

The Smart Way To Handle Shared Inheritance: Buying Out Your Sibling When You Inherit a House

A home that is inherited by more than one child is a great opportunity for the next generation, but it can also be a source of friction if not handled with care. Deciding who should take ownership of the home outright, what a fair market value is for a home with immense emotional value, and what leg