Business in New York, for founders, investors and small business owners. This section covers startup funding and venture capital, accelerators where you can pitch, co-working spaces and flex offices and how to avoid overpaying on a commercial lease. We explain pop-up retail costs and permits, how to hire a first employee and how to find your first customer. On the property side we look at Brooklyn co-ops against renting, REITs, storage units and the pied-à-terre tax.
A commercial lease in New York City is not a standard document you sign and file away. It is a multi-year financial commitment that can determine whether your business survives its first 3 years or gets strangled by costs you did not see coming. Understand what you are actually agreeing to Unlike residential leases, commercial … Read more
Co-working spaces in New York City are no longer a fallback for freelancers. They are now a strategic asset, and the data backs that up: Manhattan is the largest co-working market in the country by square footage, with more than 12.4 million square feet of flexible office space. Research shows that co-working spaces tend to … Read more
The pied-à-terre tax is now signed New York City law, and for the roughly 10,000 affected property owners, the clock started on July 1, 2026, not when the first bill arrives. What the law actually does On May 27, 2026, the New York State Legislature passed a new annual surcharge on high-value second homes in … Read more
Small business revenue in New York City does not die in summer, it reveals which owners are actually prepared. Why summer hits NYC small businesses harder than you think There are approximately 183,000 small businesses in New York City, employing approximately 995,000 workers across the 5 boroughs. Most of them face the same pressure every … Read more
Small business success in New York City depends less on your idea and more on how well you navigate the regulatory system before you open your doors. Choose the right legal structure first Your first decision is your legal structure. You can operate as an LLC, corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship. Each option offers different … Read more
Brooklyn co-op ownership costs less than most renters think, and the gap between buying and renting is narrowing faster than the market headlines suggest. The price gap that most buyers miss Co-op apartments typically cost 20 to 30% less than comparable condos. In Brooklyn, that discount carries real weight. The Brooklyn housing market closed 2025 … Read more
NYC business is producing record venture capital and punishing cost conditions at the same time, and the operators who understand both sides of that equation will be the ones who grow this year. Read the real cost picture before you plan NYC small business is not collapsing. It is being squeezed. Demand has returned, but … Read more
New York City remains one of the most active venture capital NYC hubs in the world. In the first half of 2026, total VC funding in New York exceeded $18 billion across more than 900 deals. Furthermore, the city continues to attract global investors seeking exposure to high-growth technology and life sciences companies. This article … Read more
Tech startups in NYC are redefining what will be possible in 2026. New York City has always attracted ambitious founders, but this year feels different. The energy, funding and diversity of ideas emerging from Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens represent a new high point for the city’s innovation economy. Here are 15 companies that are transforming … Read more
The real estate market in NYC in Q2 of 2026 presents compelling opportunities, with stabilising interest rates and increased inventory. Furthermore, strategic investors are capitalising on market corrections to position themselves for long-term appreciation cycles. This comprehensive analysis provides actionable strategies for residential, commercial and mixed-use properties. Investing in NYC real estate requires an understanding … Read more
