Major changes in laws governing investments in Opportunity Zones were announced in April 2019. Guests, developers, investment sales, accountant indicated that these changes opened Opportunity Zones to a whole new world of investors.

Changes in laws governing rental properties has contributed to uncertainty in that market. The Bronx, still the most affordable borough, is attractive to investors. Co-living interests young adults, as it offers rent savings and a sense of community.

For 65 million travelers each year, New York City is their first choice of destination. New York offers 110,000 hotel rooms, residence facilities for daily, weekly, monthly rentals, branded or independent hotels with unique restaurants, roof-top lounges and more.

Guests discuss the 2019 package of rent regulations and tenant protections predicting dire consequences to New York City owners, tenants and their community: investment and sales will come to a standstill, renovation caps will affect maintenance and jobs and more.

Made in Brooklyn/Made in New York highlights urban manufacturing in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. BNY's lower rents, tax incentives, customized space provides opportunities to grow, while giving back to the surrounding community education, skills training, jobs.

Doctor Radio on SiriusXM radio, powered by NYU Langone Health, is an opportunity to talk directly with doctors about health issues. Questions dealing with health insurance, claims, co-pays, networks, coverage - rules and regulations - are welcome on Health Care Connect.

Guests discussed decisions to bring their banks to the metropolitan region, acknowledging the great competition from already existing banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions. All, agreed, New York and the metropolitan region were huge markets and the place to be.

John Catsimatidis, head of the Red Apple Group, a privately owned company of diverse businesses, son, John Jr. and daughter, Andrea, talk candidly about their work, their love of the business, thoughts for the future, and their father's vision and creativity, resulting in Red Apple's success.

Discussing the challenges of family members in a family business, guests agreed on open communication, respect for leadership and senior members of the business, working to grow into the job. Opportunities: working side-by-side with family.

Guests discussed various technologies designed to enhance a building's security, track package deliveries, and report unusual activity to landlords and property managers. Other tech services featured automated payments, world-wide marketing and investment opportunities.