Deed Fraud Continued

Folks there is a mechanism on the DOF website for this issue. You still have to stay on top of this however.

http://www.wnyc.org/story/brooklyn-neighbors-say-their-garden-could-be-washed-away-rising-tide-deed-fraud/

Commercial rents in BK

The REBNY put together this preliminary report on commercial leases in Brooklyn. The main point is the recognition that Brooklyn is up and coming.

https://www.rebny.com/content/dam/rebny/Documents/PDF/News/Research/Retail%20Reports/Brooklyn_Retail_Report_3Q15.pdf?

Airbnb Effect on rents

There seems to be an effect that pushes rents up. Might make sense to rent out your place if you are legally allowed to.

http://therealdeal.com/blog/2015/10/14/how-much-does-airbnb-impact-nyc-rents/

Some places have jumped in rent

Morningside Heights by where I live is booming.

http://www.amny.com/real-estate/rent-in-astoria-morningside-heights-clinton-hill-surged-76-over-5-years-streeteasy-says-1.10931475