“Layoff plans fell last month, certainly a positive sign. That said, job cuts in November have risen above 70,000 only twice since 2008: in 2022 and in 2008.
One of the key pieces of legislation discussed was Intro 1120, sponsored by Councilmember Julie Farías, that would establish clear timelines for cooperative boards to process, review, and issue decisions on co-op purchase applications.
The Brian Phillips Team of Douglas Elliman earned a Platinum Ellies Award, which ranked it among the top 8% of agents nationwide. The team also earned the number nine ranking in Gross Commission Income, Large Team—Volume and Large Team Transactions. The team has also added a third office at 575 Madison Ave. in Manhattan to go along with its locations at 2112 Frederick Douglass Blvd. in Harlem and at 3544 Johnson Ave. in the Riverdale section of the Bronx.
“Each of these five agents brings a unique perspective and distinct skill set that will directly benefit the clients they serve,” said Lou Budetti, Principal Broker at ERA Insite Realty.
Smith, an Associate Broker with Rand Commercial, will be celebrated at the Ottaway Medal Dinner on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Villa Venezia in Middletown.
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