BEST & FINAL

Best & Final: May 27th, 2025

On the Tuesday, May 27th episode of Best & Final, Jordan Shea discusses a proposed tax bill that could raise the SALT deduction cap to $40,000, impacting buyers and sellers in the $1–$2 million range. The episode also covers developers adapting to 485x incentives by limiting unit counts, the launch of a $100 million climate innovation hub in Brooklyn, SL Green's conversion of a Midtown tower to housing, improved earnings for Douglas Elliman and Compass, new StreetEasy policies on private exclusives, and an update on the Nir Meir case. For more insight, consult Jordan Shea or visit JordanShea.com.

Best & Final: May 23rd, 2025

On the Friday, May 23rd, 2025 episode of "Best & Final," hosted by Jordan Shea, Brooklyn leads a surge in New York City housing proposals, while lenders inject significant capital into the market, particularly for residential projects. The office sector sees continued transitions, including conversions to residential units and subleasing activity. A major bankruptcy filing affects a large portion of a major multifamily portfolio, and Mayor Adams announces a substantial investment to revamp Fifth Avenue. For more insight, consult Jordan Shea or visit JordanShea.com.

Best & Final: May 21st, 2025

On the Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, edition of Best & Final, Jordan Shea covers a significant real estate transaction in the Bronx involving the sale of a large rent-stabilized portfolio, new high-density development proposals in East Harlem and Queens, and wrapped up with legal and financial challenges facing the New York City real estate market. For more insights, contact Jordan Shea or visit JordanShea.com.

Best & Final: May 20th, 2025

On Tuesday, May 20th, on Best & Final with Jordan Shea, major New York City real estate news includes RXR's potential $1.1 billion acquisition of 590 Madison Avenue, the revised development plans for Hudson Yards without a casino, the ongoing trend of office-to-residential conversions led by companies like Vanbarton Group and Metro Loft, and the mounting legal pressure and distressed situations affecting several properties, including 30 Broad Street and the Hotel @ Times Square. For more insight, contact Jordan Shea or visit JordanShea.com.

Best & Final: May 19th, 2025

"Best & Final" on Monday, May 19th, 2025, hosted by Jordan Shea, covers major development announcements in Brooklyn and Manhattan, including the CityPickle Brooklyn Bridge project in Dumbo, Silverstein Properties' Avenir casino proposal, and Charney Companies and Tavros Capital's massive mixed-use project in Gowanus. The episode also delves into the evolving office market, with tech companies like Pinterest securing leases, the struggling retail market for subway newsstands, and legal challenges facing developers Yoel Goldman and Josh Schuster.

Best & Final: May 16th, 2025

This episode of "Best & Final," hosted by Jordan Shea on Friday, May 16th, 2025, covers significant real estate market transactions including the sale of a Class-A office building in Chelsea, and an apartment building purchase near Union Square. It also delves into recent financing deals, debt management issues, portfolio sales, ongoing development projects like Freedom Plaza and 1515 Surf, and major personnel changes at Fannie Mae, including the departure of the chief multifamily economist amid a broader shakeup.

Best & Final: May 14th, 2025

This "Best & Final" broadcast for Wednesday, May 14th, 2025, covers a wide range of New York City real estate news, including the MTA's plan for a 684-unit housing project in Harlem, a new 12-story mixed-use building planned for the Upper West Side, Fanatics expanding its office space in Hudson Square, a major mortgage extension and renovation plan for 1211 Sixth Avenue, a $21 million pre-foreclosure action on Canal Street, several property sales and financing deals across Manhattan, and legal action against a Greenwich Village property for allegedly operating as an illegal short-term rental. For more insight, consult Jordan Shea or visit JordanShea.com.

Best & Final: May 13th, 2025

Today's episode of Best & Final covers a wide range of New York City real estate developments and transactions, from the largest mass timber residential project in Staten Island to high-end sales in Manhattan where Barbara Corcoran sold a penthouse in just one day. The episode also discusses office-to-residential conversions in the Financial District, a fully leased building in Hell's Kitchen, and available high-floor office space at One World Trade Center. Additionally, commercial transactions, loan activity, and legal matters, including a developer's arrest on fraud charges, are highlighted. For more insight, consult Jordan Shea or visit JordanShea.com.

Best & Final: May 12th, 2025

Today's episode of "Best & Final" with Jordan Shea dives into the dynamic New York real estate market. Topics include a projected tourism dip impacting the city’s hospitality sector, new housing initiatives in the state budget such as voucher programs and condominium conversion rule changes, major property deals like Amazon's purchase of 522 Fifth Avenue, and significant legal developments including the termination of RFR Holding’s ground lease at the Chrysler Building. Additionally, the episode covers retail leasing updates with Old Navy's new flagship store and new condominium developments focusing on eco-friendly principles, as well as updates from the NYC Real Estate Forum and ongoing legal drama surrounding industry figures. For More insight, consult with Jordan Shea or visit JordanShea.com.

Best & Final: May 9th, 2025

Today's "Best & Final" podcast covers significant real estate developments in New York, including legal investigations into the Attorney General, federal charges against a former developer, and a Meatpacking District bankruptcy filing. The episode also discusses Manhattan's largest potential office trade since 2022, multiple financing deals across the boroughs, notable leasing activities by companies like Chime and PNC Bank, and developer optimism driven by rezoning initiatives and tax incentives despite economic challenges. For more insights, contact Jordan Shea or visit JordanShea.com.