As the New York state legislature worked to develop their budget for the 2020 fiscal year, they sought to leverage losses in revenue in other areas by increasing taxes on those purchasing high-value homes – called the ‘progressive mansion tax’, this new policy imposes a one-time tax increase scaling upwards as the price of the […]
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For most, first dates are nervewracking. There’s the stress of picking the right outfit, the right things to say to sound cool, but not braggy, and most importantly, finding the perfect spot to meet. Luckily for those that live in NYC, the city is full of cool spots that are sure to impress. Remove some […]
Have a big appetite? A buffet is the perfect place to satiate your hunger. While buffets have a bad reputation for serving old food that’s been sitting under a heat lamp for hours, these NYC spots are sure to change your mind. These restaurants all have their own all-you-can-eat offerings, and each is as delicious […]
There is an ongoing affordable housing crisis in New York City. Based on the principles of supply and demand, the real estate industry of the city isn’t able to keep up with the rapidly growing population which has created a situation where landlords and property owners are able to charge incredibly high rent for their […]
NYC Is Wasting Money In a city of more than 8 million people, how do you contain all of the waste that is produced? It’s certainly an undertaking to manage all of the garbage produced by that many people on a daily basis. And New York City is no stranger to waste management problems. In […]
When you think of New York City, what are some things that come to mind? Energy, cabs, pizza, the subway, and lots and lots of people, right? What about the ever-popular call of the police siren? That’s most certainly a sound synonymous with the Big Apple. Unfortunately, when you have a large city, like New […]
Frequent visitors of my site know that I’m a major supporter of all things New York City; it’s the main focus of this site, after all. The city has so many different and wonderful things that make it an amazing place to live and visit. One such element is its ability to foster runners. The […]
New York City has always been known for its status. It’s the city where dreams can come true. It’s home to almost one million millionaires and houses the world’s financial trade center. So, needless to say, there’s a fair bit of opulence throughout the city. And while NYC has experienced its fair share of large-scale […]
Ride-sharing has been the hottest transportation trend for several years now, and the concept isn’t going to disappear anytime fast. Uber and Lyft are the most popular ways to get a rapid ride by firing up the smartphone. Their apps make it super simple, and the services are typically cheaper than a taxi. As far […]
New York City is an amazing place to live or visit. From its bright lights to its bustling financial district and thriving small communities, New York City is diverse and enthralling; there’s no doubt about it. While the city in general is great to experience at any time of year, there’s something about the holiday […]