News:
Spotlight Content
Posted: September 21, 2021
2021 Ones to Watch: Yaakov Zar, Lev
Name: Yaakov Zar
Title: CEO/Founder
Company Name: Lev
Real estate associations or organizations that you are currently a member of: MBA, Structured Finance Association
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
We raised a $30 million series A led by Greenspring Associates with participation from First American, CapitalOne, JLL and many others.
What led you to your current profession?
In 2017, I was so frustrated with the mortgage process that I went out and got my own mortgage broker’s license. After several disappointments trying to get my own mortgage for my first home, I was excited to start the mortgage brokerage of the future.
Tags:
Spotlight Content
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
.png)
Quick Hits
.jpg)
Columns and Thought Leadership
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
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
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
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”.
.gif)