# NYC Discussion: Real Estate and Alts

By Business Services · Published 2023-12-05 · Updated 2026-03-12 · Professional AV on MarketScale
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> Leaders weigh how New York's fractured office market and rising costs are reshaping real estate investment strategy

## Key points

- Leaders weigh how New York's fractured office market and rising costs are reshaping real estate investment strategy

Explore the evolving landscape of New York City’s real estate and alternative investments with [Brandon Cooperman](https://weaver.com/about/people/brandon-cooperman) and [Howard Altshuler](https://weaver.com/about/people/howard-altshuler) in this insightful episode of [Weaver: The Alternative Edge](https://marketscale.com/shows/weaver/). Dive into the current trends, market forecasts, and strategic growth in the real estate sector.

**Key Points:** 

- NYC's Office Real Estate market is a tale of haves and have-nots
- Rising interest rates signal a cautious approach to leverage in real estate deals, while Local Law 97 pushes for greener building operations and retrofitting
- The integration of investment funds and real estate expertise fuels growth in alternative investment strategies

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In this engaging discussion, **Brandon Cooperman** and **Howard Altshuler** delve into the nuances of New York’s real estate market. They discuss the bifurcation of the market into new, high-demand properties versus older offices, the potential transformations to multifamily spaces, and the exciting growth prospects for alternative real estate assets like self-storage and manufactured housing.

Altshuler expresses anticipation for the [BizNOW](https://biznowcard.com/) State of the Market Forecast: "I’m looking forward to hearing what people have to say about that… and seeing who we can meet and make some networking connections with."

> I’m looking forward to hearing what people have to say about that… and seeing who we can meet and make some networking connections with.
> *— Howard Altshuler*

This quote encapsulates the essence of the podcast, emphasizing the importance of staying informed and connected within the industry.

Subscribe and listen to future episodes of *Weaver: The Alternative Edge* on [Apple Podcasts](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/weaver-beyond-the-numbers/id1454557574?mt=2) or [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/62oGgoc3SkSK8nNGM7Vq4A).

Tags: Alternative Investments, Brandon Cooperman, Howard Altshuler, Investment Funds, Market Forecast, NYC Real Estate

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