Why Family Offices Are Buying Public Stocks Again as Succession Gaps Widen
Nearly half of family offices increased public equity allocations in 2026, seeking liquidity and quality.
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Screens, Eye Strain and Simple Habits That Help
Long hours on screens can cause dryness, tired eyes and headaches. Most of the relief comes from habits that take seconds rather than expensive equipment.
Chubu Electric's Leaders Resign Over Falsified Earthquake Assessments
Chubu Electric's president and chairman resigned after the company falsified earthquake assessments.
NYC Begins Fining Buildings $268 a Ton Under Local Law 97
New York City's Department of Buildings has begun issuing the first fines under Local Law 97.
Profound's $180 Million Round Shows What Investors Pay for AI Search Visibility
Profound's Series D validates investor conviction in enterprise infrastructure for AI search visibility. The funding reveals how brands are racing to track citations across ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Gemini.
What New York's LLC Transparency Act Requires After Governor Hochul's Veto
Foreign LLCs already authorized to do business in New York must disclose beneficial owners by December 31, 2026, but the veto exempted all U.S.-formed entities from the requirement.
Why the $830 Billion Treasury Basis Trade Is Now Unwinding
The strategy that exploits tiny price gaps between Treasury bonds and futures has surged to become a cornerstone of the market—and a growing concern for regulators watching leverage and systemic risk.
Why missing your commercial lease renewal deadline costs everything
Renewal option deadlines in Manhattan office leases are unforgiving. Six months of notice required—and one day late means you lose the lease entirely.
Manhattan luxury contracts sink to 13 deals over Labor Day week
A plunge to just 13 deals worth $66 million signals buyers are hesitating as new taxes and tight inventory reshape the high-end housing market heading into fall.
Newmark Names Susan Machtiger to Lead Its Consulting Practice
With trophy office space scarce in Manhattan, companies need strategic advisors to evaluate location decisions as part of broader business strategy, not just lease negotiations.
What a commercial tenant must know about subleasing or assigning a Manhattan lease
There's no legal right to sublet or exit early. What matters is lease language, landlord discretion, and how the market has shifted since 2020.
What percentage rent means for Manhattan retail tenants and landlords
In retail leases, tenants pay base rent plus a percentage of sales above a negotiated threshold. The structure shapes profitability for both sides.
What to do when your NYC apartment appraises for less than you're paying
A low appraisal creates a cash shortfall at closing. New York contracts handle this gap differently than most states, and the options depend on your contract language and reserves.
Co-op vs Condo in Manhattan: What You Actually Own, the Board Approval, Monthly Charges and Closing Costs
The two dominant forms of apartment ownership in Manhattan can look nearly identical from the sidewalk, yet they create very different legal rights,…
Air Rights Explained: How Manhattan Towers Buy Unused Height From Their Neighbors
In New York zoning, air rights are not ownership of the sky.
Who Pays New York City Income Tax: The 183 Day Rule, Residency Audits and What Commuters Owe
New York City income tax follows residency, not simply the location of an office. The difficult cases turn on domicile, a permanent place of abode and meticulous day counting.
JFK, LaGuardia or Newark: The Real Cost and Time of Each Airport From Manhattan
No New York airport wins every trip.
Where a Concert Ticket's Money Goes in New York: Face Value, Fees, the Venue's Cut and the Resale Rules
A New York concert ticket is not one price flowing to one company.
What every NYC restaurant letter grade actually signals about food safety
The A-B-C system translates health inspection violations into visible ratings that shape restaurant operations and diner choices. Here's what each grade costs.
What the RAISE Act Requires From Company Boards
The RAISE Act requires large AI developers to publish safety frameworks and report incidents. All boards should establish AI governance structures to manage risks.
Restaurant permits and licenses: the complete NYC checklist
Opening a restaurant requires permits from Health, Buildings, and Fire departments. The process costs around $420 in direct fees and typically takes three to six months.
Why wash sale rules trip up investors claiming losses
A 30-day window makes it easy to disqualify a loss. Knowing the rule keeps your tax deductions intact.
New Yorkers navigate a tiered fare system designed for different commute patterns
NYC's transit fares vary by rider type and service level. Here's what OMNY caps cost, who qualifies for discounts, and what changed when MetroCard disappeared.
The CAM charge audit every Manhattan commercial tenant should perform
Common area maintenance charges add 30–50% to base rent. A 2025 review found an average 11.4% overcharge across NYC office leases, but tenants have just 60–90 days to audit.