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'Panic Rooms' Hottest Real Estate Amenity in New York

Panic or safe rooms are being installed in some of New York’s luxury residences. Safe rooms or "panic rooms" are becoming a hot trend in New York's luxury housing market.

New York Victims of Hurricane Sandy to Repay Money Received from “Build it Back,” Mayor Bill de Blasio Says It’s “Patently Unfair”

New York homeowners who received money from the "Build it Back" program of the city may be forced to repay the money they got for the repairs of their damaged homes in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy--this is if they won their reopened flood insurance case and received a higher insurance.

NYC Officials Set to Construct Affordable Housing Complex at Former Slaughterhouse

A former slaughterhouse turned NYPD parking lot is eyed by NYC officials as the future home for an affordable housing complex.

Empire State Building Gets Glass Face-Lift

New York’s iconic landmark, the Empire State Building, gets a make-over. The Empire State Building is getting a massive face-lift, with glaziers installing new windows to replace most of the original 1931 glass.

Realty Safety Update: Despite Dangers, New York City’s Romance with Fire Escapes Endures – How Safe are New York City’s Fire Escapes?

Kyle Jean-Baptiste had made a name for himself as the first African-American to play the role of Jean Valjean in “Les Miserables’’ on Broadway. On Friday, the 21-year-old actor clambered onto the fourth-floor fire escape of an apartment in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.

5 New York Homes For Greenery And Open Space Lovers At Less Than $500k

For those who love a home with a little of greenery and a private outdoor space, it is quite a challenge to look for one in the big city, much more at a price that is below $500,000. It requires patience and perseverance, but not impossible. The New York Times listed some excellent digs you can find in New York boroughs.

New York Office Construction Hits 25 Year High

New York office construction hits highest level in 25 years with a total of 9.7 million square feet of new office space to be built across the city.

Macy's Considering to Spin Off Real Estate Assets, What to Do with NY Herald Square Flagship Store?

Macy’s is reportedly looking into divesting some of its real estate assets, however analysts are wondering if the retail giant should include its New York flagship store in the transaction or retain it.

Geraldo Rivera Net Worth: Fox News Personality Sells 3-Bedroom Unit for $4M

Priced at $4 million, the celebrity home was bought by Rivera and his fifth wife Erica in 2011 for $3.4 million.

Apartments for Athletes: Best Digs For Adventure Lovers

Are you the adventurous athletic type who can’t live through a day without thinking about the outdoors?

NYC Mayor De Blasio Critized over Times Square Overhaul Proposal

New York City Mayor De Blasio’s latest Times Square proposal was not received well by critics. New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio's new Times Square proposal was blasted by critics since the plan suggested the pedestrian plazas to be re-opened to vehicle traffic.

Rihanna Flaunts Legs in Thigh Skimming Hoodie While in Los Angeles

Rihanna showcased her legs during a Los Angeles trip, while wearing a thigh skimming hoodie jacket. Rihanna has been known to rock various looks and even made headlines, not only for elegant ensembles but also for her sometimes outlandish fashion sense.

NASCAR On The Move: Company to Transfer Headquarters to 590 Madison Avenue

NASCAR set to move headquarters to new office at 590 Madison Avenue. NASCAR will be moving to a new location soon! The company is set to change its headquarters' address to 590 Madison Avenue, New York.

Renders of NYC’s Tallest Skyscraper Outside Manhattan Released

Manhattan has long been the heart of New York City because it is where the financial heart of the world’s most powerful nation is found. NYC is also where multinational organizations like the United Nations, Amnesty International, and Doctors Without Borders set up their headquarters.

Clintons Net Worth: Hillary and Bill Reportedly Renting Hamptons Home For $100,000

Hillary and Bill Clinton have recently been rumored to have rented the Hamptons home for a pricey $100,000 in just two weeks.

Jim Henson Net Worth: Muppet Creator Jim Henson's One-Time Bedford, New York, Home Is For Sale

Jim Henson, Muppet creator is now listing his home for a pricey $1.2 million. The property is located in 19 Brookwood Rd, Bedford, NY 10506.

Rent Check: Rent Control Causes More Problems than It Resolves

Are rent controls really effective or not? Does it help the tenants at all? According to a previous report by zillow.com, “Most housing experts surveyed agreed that rent control measures, however well-intentioned, always hurt more than they help.”

Cascade Investments Increases Stake in Strategic Hotels

Bill Gates never ceases in making headlines. According to a previous report by skift.com, “Bill Gates’ Cascade Investment has increased its stake in Strategic Hotels & Resorts Inc. and indicated that it may potentially be involved in a takeover as the luxury-hotel owner explores a sale.”

No Consensus behind DeBlasio's Affordable Housing Plan

Different sectors have different opinions on the rezoning policy to be instituted by the new Mayor of New York.

New York is Still the Second Placer in U.S. Cities with the Priciest Rentals

NYC is just second to San Francisco in the heirarchy of the priciest cities in the U.S. Affordability aside, America's costliest cities often have a lot to offer to the residents: vibrant economies, diverse populations, interesting attractions, and active social scenes.

Death Triggers New York Government Probe into Construction Industry

New York officials has formed a task force to investigate misconduct and corruption in the construction industry, after a worker died in April this year due to alleged safety violations at the work site.