The article discusses the close-knit Persian Jewish real estate community in Great Neck, Long Island, where relationships, wealth, and success in the real estate field are deeply intertwined.

Douglas Elliman's new CEO Michael Liebowitz embarks on a trip to the Western region amid drama and litigation, hinting at a vision for the company.

TYKO Capital, a new lender in the construction loan space, has quickly established itself as one of real estate's most important lenders by securing several headline-grabbing deals in a short amount of time.

A Florida homeowners association treasurer received unjust payments through a complex scheme involving family members of board members.

Luxury spec developers in South Florida are facing challenges with soaring costs, delays, and difficulty meeting the expectations of ultra-wealthy buyers.

Chicago's top residential agents and brokers navigated high interest rates, broker commission policy changes, and low inventory to collectively achieve $2.8 billion in sales volume in the past year.

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen real estate industry figures for key cabinet positions to implement his agenda, including appointees focused on tariffs, tax incentives for developers, trade and tariff agendas, as well as potential future appointments like a Middle East envoy and US ambassador to France.

Top residential real estate brokers in Dallas navigate shifting market conditions to keep deals flowing despite influx of newcomers and lack of regulatory hurdles, maintaining high sales volumes and luxury home transactions.

Columbia's Master of Science in Real Estate Development program faces controversy and upheaval as influential leader Patrice Derrington is removed, leaving students questioning the future direction of the program.

Floyd Mayweather Jr., the world's wealthiest boxer, has been on a whirlwind real estate investment spree in New York City, with a focus on office and rent-regulated buildings.

BXP's head of leasing at Embarcadero Center, Christine Yuen, reaches out to small businesses at farmers' markets to fill retail spaces in downtown San Francisco using Vacant to Vibrant program.

Despite complaints from brokers about low inventory, certain metrics suggest that the Manhattan real estate market is not as out of balance as perceived, with demand slightly outpacing supply in a way that points to a healthier market than initially thought.

Gerald Marcil, a major donor in Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman's successful campaign, celebrated the win as a victory for property owners and advocated for a focus on law and order in the criminal justice system.

Dayssi Kanavos met her husband, Paul Kanavos, at a dinner party in 1991 while studying at New York University, and together they founded Flag Luxury, a real estate development firm that focuses on luxury hotels and residences.

Sean Hehir, CEO of Trinity Investments, leads a successful private real estate investment firm focused on buying, renovating, and improving hospitality assets with the largest players in private equity, managing a $5.4 billion portfolio and driving some of the largest deals in U.S. hospitality.

Kevin Maloney of Property Markets Group has seen success in the luxury condo market, shifting focus away from rentals, despite challenges such as rising interest rates and insurance costs.

Jeff Grasso made a leap of faith by moving from Manhattan to Salt Lake City in 2020, where he has since built a successful real estate firm, Vesta Realty Partners, that bridges the gap between local owners and institutional capital.

Apple signed a 61,000-square-foot expansion in New York City, among other big real estate deals, as the industry prepares for the holiday season and upcoming retail events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

The exclusive padel court at 111 West 57th Street draws in brokers, padel players, and celebs, highlighting the game's potential growth in America.

The final issue of The Real Deal for 2024 features President-elect Donald Trump on the cover and explores the potential impacts of his presidency on the real estate industry.

The Kushner family continues to benefit from their connections to President-elect Donald Trump, with patriarch Charles Kushner being appointed as the next US ambassador to France.

Luxury homes in Los Angeles are moving away from the trend of white and gray interiors towards more expressive textures and materials, reflecting a desire for more character and impact in high-end spaces.

Several star athletes have ventured into real estate investing this year, including Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manu Ginobili.

Blackstone makes a major retail purchase in Soho signaling the strength of Manhattan's retail market.

Blackstone sells Horizon at Miramar apartment complex for $121.3 million, with new owner planning renovations.

Retail storefronts are closing at a record pace due to high debt, changing consumer behavior, and the rise of e-commerce, leaving spaces vacant and challenging the survival of retailers in the U.S.

OKO Group Real Estate CEO Vanessa Grout is selling her beautifully renovated 1930s Miami Beach mansion on Pine Tree Drive for nearly $10 million to upgrade to a larger space.

Experts predict that Black Friday may lose significance as early sales and online shopping options change the traditional in-store shopping experience.

DeNova Homes plans to build 135 entry-level homes in northeast Antioch, including affordable housing units and other amenities.

John M. Sobrato, co-owner of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers, sells his Los Gatos home for $5.75 million to Alex Kassai of Latham & Watkins.

A record-breaking $23.5 million deal for a luxury condo at Beverly West signals signs of life in Los Angeles' luxury condo market.

Tides Equities' co-founders are being personally pursued for the remaining balance of a $33 million loan on a Dallas multifamily complex they lost to foreclosure.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the city’s Department of Housing launched the Rebuild 2.0 program to rehabilitate abandoned buildings in historically disinvested neighborhoods and resell them to local residents in an effort to reduce blight and create revitalized communities.

The "South Florida by the numbers" web feature highlights generous real estate figures making impactful donations in the region, including Citadel CEO Ken Griffin, Jorge Pérez, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

Charlotte developer Graeme Keith sold a 160-acre site on the city's west side to Texas-based Digital Realty for $160 million, marking an expansion of the data center boom in North Carolina.

The San Antonio Housing Trust is acquiring vacant buildings and land to address housing affordability concerns and counteract gentrification in the Cattleman Square area through community engagement and planning for future affordable housing.

The CEO of Lost International is selling his Balinese-inspired, ocean-view home in Irvine Cove after a decade on the market.

Dorchester Brewing has been sold to a plumbers union, but the brewery will continue to operate on a year-to-year lease.

Private equity firm Ares Management is opening a new office in Miami Beach, leasing space at the Eighteen Sunset building alongside other prominent tenants.

Bell Partners acquired a 228-unit apartment complex in Kendall West for $78.5 million from Lacera, marking its second investment in South Florida's multifamily market this month.

Kevin Brunk plans to replace a defunct DMV in Pacoima with a mixed-use complex featuring 246 apartments and a grocery store, approved by the Los Angeles City Planning Commission.

A historic estate in Sagaponack, listed at $85 million, hits the market for the first time in over 60 years with luxurious features and ties to a family feud.

McBride Cohen Management Group secures $35 million to build second phase of $4 billion urban retail village in Tempe near Phoenix, with plans for apartments, condominiums, hotels, offices, shops, a Ferris wheel, and more.

Deutsche Bank sells $1 billion worth of commercial real estate loans in the U.S. amid signs of market stabilization.

Former Chicago Bear Israel Idonije has shifted plans to convert the Hudson Motor Building into a 154-room boutique hotel under Hilton’s Curio Collection in the Motor Row District, moving away from previous ideas of apartments and a co-working space.

White Marsh Mall in Baltimore suburbs gets new lease on life just in time for Black Friday with sale to Spinoso Real Estate Group.

Longpoint Realty Partners acquires Blackstone warehouse portfolio in South Florida for $331.3 million, becoming the largest industrial deal of the year.

Sales of new homes dropped significantly in October, attributed to a variety of factors including hurricanes, affordability, rising mortgage rates, and potential impacts from Trump's policies, but inventory levels are on the rise.

Texas Pacific Land Corp. has seen its stock surge 230 percent this year, surpassing Texas stalwarts such as Halliburton and American Airlines, as its land in the Permian Basin is now being used for renewable energy projects, Bitcoin mining, and data centers driven by AI technologies, positioning the company for future growth in the digital infrastructure sector.

Dunbar Real Estate Investment Management buys a business park in the Inland Empire for $19 million.

Apple is expanding its office space at Penn 11, taking over 61,000 square feet from Macy's and renewing its lease with the landlord, Vornado Realty Trust, until 2035.

Beverly Hills leads Los Angeles County's luxury real estate market with 23 homes under contract totaling $157.4 million in asking dollar volume last week.

Canyon Creative Design leases two side-by-side office buildings in Hollywood with a focus on interior design and e-commerce business operations.

Harmit Mann buys South Oakland office complex at nearly 70% discount from previous sale.

Developers Russell Galbut and David Martin completed the tallest building in Miami Beach, Five Park, a 48-story condo tower with a sellout value of $1 billion, featuring luxury amenities and attracting high-profile buyers.

Luxury spec developers in South Florida make significant property purchases and sales in the latest round of residential deals, covering Coral Gables to Fort Lauderdale with prices ranging up to $12.4 million.

Blackstone agrees to pay nearly $15 million to settle rent-stabilization overcharging claims at Parker Towers in New York.

Condo sales in Palm Beach County increased last week, but dollar volume decreased, with the top sale being a $3 million unit at Two City Plaza.

CEO Elie Schwartz of Nightingale Properties to face federal criminal charges as Department of Justice probe uncovers alleged fraudulent activity.

Goodland Pickleball is opening a new indoor court in Greenpoint, offering a vibrant urban setting for players to compete, network, and unwind.