In this episode of “Terra Firma: Conversations on Commercial Real Estate,” hosts Stacey C. Tyler and Stephen Tanico discuss the evolution of New York City retail leasing with their guest Julia E. Sanabria, partner in the firm’s Real Estate practice. They delve into how the retail market has changed post-COVID, focusing on the rise of experiential retail and the resilience of the restaurant industry. The conversation also explores the negotiation dynamics between landlords and tenants, emphasizing the importance of understanding market-specific provisions, especially for first-time tenants entering the New York City market.

Speakers:

Julia E. Sanabria, Partner, Real Estate
Stacey C. Tyler, Counsel, Real Estate; Deputy Chair, Cannabis Practice
Stephen Tanico, Counsel, Real Estate

Today on Terra Firma: Conversations on Commercial Real Estate, hosts Stacey Tyler and Stephen Tanico are joined by Lowenstein Trusts & Estates partner and fellow podcaster Warren Racusin to discuss real estate in the context of estate planning. While there are a number of important considerations in this area, this episode focuses primarily on estate taxes and governance. The lawyers discuss some of the ways to reduce one’s estate tax burden, including gifting of real estate assets, establishing trusts, and the use of life insurance as a source of liquidity, as well as governance concerns associated with real property ownership and management over the long term.

Speakers:

Warren K. Racusin, Partner and Chair, Trusts & Estates
Stacey C. Tyler, Counsel, Real Estate; Deputy Chair, Cannabis Practice
Stephen Tanico, Counsel, Real Estate

Today on “Terra Firma: Conversations on Commercial Real Estate,” Stephen Tanico and Stacey C. Tyler discuss one of the most important due diligence tools for real property: title insurance. In addition to addressing why investors purchase title insurance at all, they also explore the title insurance company’s role, what its research entails, and in what scenarios title insurance may come into play. 

Speakers:

Stacey C. Tyler, Counsel, Real Estate; Deputy Chair, Cannabis Practice
Stephen Tanico, Counsel, Real Estate