Albert Dweck

New York’s real estate market is entering a defining chapter—one shaped by scarcity, reinvention, and a widening gap between where people live, where they work, and where value is being created. From Midtown Manhattan’s office-to-residential conversion boom to surging luxury demand in Central and Upstate New York, the story of 2025 is not about a […]

In the ever-evolving theater of New York City real estate, the spotlight has shifted dramatically toward retail. Prime storefronts in Manhattan—once emblematic of luxury, culture, and commerce—are experiencing a resurgence, fueled by a growing influx of foreign retailers. Amid an era of market flux and reinvention, these newcomers are not only revitalizing empty spaces but

Rethinking the City–Suburb Divide For generations, New York City has been more than a place to live—it’s been an identity. Many lifelong New Yorkers proudly insist they would never trade the energy of the five boroughs for suburban calm. Yet every year, thousands quietly do just that, driven by affordability concerns, quality-of-life priorities, and changing

A Market Finding Its Footing After Years of Volatility New York City’s commercial real estate market has endured one of the most turbulent periods in its modern history. From pandemic-era uncertainty to shifting workplace patterns and tightened capital markets, every asset class has faced unprecedented pressure. But this fall, we are finally seeing a meaningful

Introduction: A New Wave of Renter Migration Over the past six years, the U.S. rental landscape has undergone a profound transformation. The rise in remote work, combined with escalating rents in major urban hubs, has encouraged millions of renters to look beyond their home cities in search of affordability, flexibility, and opportunity. As a property

In an era when many Americans feel priced out of the housing market, Pittsburgh stands out as a refreshing and much-needed exception. The city has quietly positioned itself as one of the last true affordability havens in the country, with median listing prices hovering around $250,000 — more than $150,000 below the national median. While

For decades, homeownership has been a cornerstone of the American dream — a symbol of stability, family, and financial independence. Yet today, as affordability challenges mount across the nation, many are asking whether that dream is slipping out of reach. Albert Dweck of Duke Properties believes the answer isn’t despair — it’s action. While the

Understanding the Migration, Not Fearing It Recent data reveals that many New Yorkers are exploring home options beyond the five boroughs — from nearby suburbs in Long Island, Westchester, and New Jersey, to states like Pennsylvania and Florida. While some interpret this as a flight from the city, Albert Dweck of Duke Properties views it

When Winning Comes at a Cost In real estate, competition often brings excitement — and emotion. The thrill of winning a bidding war can feel like victory, especially in cities like New York, where demand often outpaces supply. But a new 20-year study covering nearly 14 million home sales across 30 states offers a sobering

A Generation of Financial Security: More Americans Owning Homes Outright The latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals a powerful and encouraging trend — more than 40% of American homeowners now live without a mortgage, marking a record high in national housing stability. For Albert Dweck of Duke Properties, this represents not just an