News: Spotlight Content

2018 Women In Real Estate, Professional Services: Nina McCann, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

Name: Nina McCann 

Title: Director of Marketing and Business Development

Company Name: Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

Real estate association / organization affiliation(s): US Green Building Council of LI; Commercial Industrial Brokers Society; Long Island Business Development Council and Vision Long Island.

What are some of your biggest accomplishments in the last 12 months?

As director of marketing, i project managed the firm’s rebrand which included shortening the name, updating the branding, changing the logo and launching a new website. A tremendous team effort from a core internal team. It was time that Forchelli, Curto, Deegan, Schwartz, Mineo & Terrana LLP evolved into Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP. The new firm name and brand reflect the sophistication and strength of the firm as we continue to evolve to a changing marketplace.

What do you do like to do for fun?

I enjoy indoor cycling classes and running–I am a cardio junkie. If you add a charitable component–event better! I recently did a charity spin class on behalf of Sydney’s Smiles–an anti-bullying charity founded by an impressive young high school student.

In one word, describe yourself: 

Resourceful

MORE FROM Spotlight Content

Over half of Long Island towns vote to exceed the tax cap - Here’s how owners can respond - by Brad and Sean Cronin

When New York permanently adopted the 2% property tax cap more than a decade ago, many owners hoped it would finally end the relentless climb in tax bills. But in the last couple of years, that “cap” has started to look more like a speed bump. Property owners are seeing taxes increase even when an
READ ON THE GO
DIGITAL EDITIONS
Subscribe
Columns and Thought Leadership
The strategy of co-op busting in commercial real estate - by Robert Khodadadian

The strategy of co-op busting in commercial real estate - by Robert Khodadadian

In New York City’s competitive real estate market, particularly in prime neighborhoods like Midtown Manhattan, investors are constantly seeking new ways to unlock property value. One such strategy — often overlooked but
Oldies but goodies:  The value of long-term ownership in rent-stabilized assets - by Shallini Mehra

Oldies but goodies: The value of long-term ownership in rent-stabilized assets - by Shallini Mehra

Active investors seeking rent-stabilized properties often gravitate toward buildings that have been held under long-term ownership — and for good reasons. These properties tend to be well-maintained, both physically and operationally, offering a level of stability
How much power does the NYC mayor really have over real estate policy? - by Ron Cohen

How much power does the NYC mayor really have over real estate policy? - by Ron Cohen

The mayor of New York City holds significant influence over real estate policy — but not absolute legislative power. Here’s how it breaks down:

Formal Legislative Role

Limited direct lawmaking power: The NYC Council is the primary
Properly serving a lien law Section 59 Demand - by Bret McCabe

Properly serving a lien law Section 59 Demand - by Bret McCabe

Many attorneys operating within the construction space are familiar with the provisions of New York Lien Law, which allow for the discharge of a Mechanic’s Lien in the event the lienor does not commence an action to enforce following the service of a “Section 59 Demand”.