Ben Blumenthal

Two Recent Engagements | On two recent client engagements, the client's call came in after receiving an unsolicited proposal from their Landlord to extend their lease, even though there was 3+... [Read more...]

Clarity in the Uncertainty | Uncertainty is the bane of financial markets, causing fluctuations in the valuation and pricing of assets. Midtown Manhattan's office market has been no exception,... [Read more...]

Big Market for Small Business | "The brains of humans contain a mechanism that is designed to give priority to bad news." - Daniel Kahnema While the general office market narrative today tends to... [Read more...]

Understanding a Good Guy Guaranty When it comes to leasing office space, there is no shortage of complex terms and conditions that tenants encounter when negotiating a lease. One such term that... [Read more...]

As the old saying goes: "nothing in life is free... except for the guidance and support of your local NYC office space broker!" If you're considering an office space move or expansion for your... [Read more...]

Momentum and Misery: A Tale of Two Buildings | As the summer comes to a close, many of the trends in the Midtown Manhattan office market have come into clearer focus: I. Class A Competitiveness ... [Read more...]

Midtown Office Buildings: 80% full or 20% empty | The vacancy rate of Midtown office buildings was recently reported to be approximately 20%, as concerns in the market continue to linger around the... [Read more...]

Navigating the world of commercial real estate taxes can be a daunting task and understanding how these taxes are calculated and assessed is crucial to budgeting effectively and making informed... [Read more...]

If you're a business owner in New York City, finding the perfect office space is crucial to the success of your venture. However, the process of planning an office space lease can be overwhelming... [Read more...]