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Rent freeze in New York: from concrete gold to nightmare

The New York housing market was once considered the epitome of stability. But with HSTPA and the plans for a comprehensive rent freeze, the picture is changing: Values are collapsing, loans are faltering, investors are pulling out. "Concrete gold" is turning into a lesson in political intervention - with consequences for owners, banks and tenants.
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Key Metrics in the U.S. Multifamily Market: Absorption, Units Under Construction, Job Growth

Absorption, units under construction and new jobs determine stability and cash flow in the US multifamily market. We show how this trio precisely explains demand, supply and leasing - and how investors can derive reliable underwritings and realistic yield paths from them.
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Reality Check: How a Second Look Can Redefine US Multifamily Investments

17% IRR on paper - but how much reality is behind it? Our review of a US multifamily deal shows why even small assumptions about the exit cap rate, rents or reserves can shift millions in earnings. A reality check that protects investors from expensive illusions.
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Between Illusion and Inflation: Where your Money Really Works

Inflation doesn't shout—it persists. Learn why traditional safe-haven strategies lead to real losses, how political pressure is reshaping the real estate market, and why cash flow, structure, and allocation should be the foundation of any long-term wealth strategy today.
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Why Global Real Estate Allocation is Mandatory for Family Offices

Global real estate allocation is no longer optional for Family Offices. As regulatory and fiscal pressures mount in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, strategic exposure to stable, high-yield markets like the U.S. becomes essential – not for prestige, but for long-term resilience.
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