The commercial property landscape in New York and elsewhere last year started slowly, as a feeling of uncertainty pervaded the market. On the flip side, in 2018, people are much more confident about taking part in commercial real estate transactions. Still, they are...
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Residential real estate transactions involving costlier homes
As the weather heats up this spring, so is the cost of constructing new homes. This may be good news for homeowners in New York and elsewhere who are interested in taking part in real estate transactions this spring to unload their homes. The median home price reached...
New York commercial real estate transactions on upswing
New York's market for commercial properties appears to be on an upswing in 2018. Real estate transactions involving properties such as development sites, apartment buildings and office towers increased to more than $12 billion during the year's first quarter. That is...
Remodeling may not be necessary before real estate transactions
One of the toughest parts of getting ready to sell a home in New York is trying to figure out how much remodeling is truly necessary before putting the home on the market. After all, any repairs or renovations made will eat into the sellers' profits from the...
Commercial real estate transactions will look different in future
In New York and elsewhere, the commercial property market will no doubt experience technological advancements and quickly changing business environments in the future. In fact, throughout the United States, those active in commercial real estate are already...
Gap time not covered in Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Human resources professionals often refer to gap time in the employment setting. However, this term cannot be found in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Still, it is an important term that impacts how employees are paid in New York and elsewhere. Gap time is...
What if I took time off during the week I worked overtime?
If you took time off during the week you worked over 40 hours, you may be doubting whether or not you actually deserve overtime. Your employer may even attempt to convince you that you do not deserve overtime because you took time away from your job. However, leave...
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) covers several enterprises
The employees of certain enterprises in New York and elsewhere receive protection from the federal government when it comes to matters such as their minimum wages as well as their eligibility for overtime pay. This protection comes in the form of the Fair Labor...
Some real estate transactions not worthwhile due to home flaws
Purchasing a home can understandably be an exciting process in New York. This is true whether one has been through the process before or is experiencing home buying for the first time. However, residential real estate transactions can be tricky for those who do not...
Homes involved in real estate transactions dropping in price
According to government officials, the number of new houses sold so far in 2018 in the United States, including in New York, is relatively low. Around 593,000 newly built homes were sold this past January. The number of completed real estate transactions is down...

