Name: Ron Burkle rescues Soho House $2.7B privatization plan #shorts
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For years, the Alexander brothers were fixtures of luxury real estate — the kind of brokers who didn't just sell the lifestyle, they *were* the lifestyle. Now, Oren and Tal Alexander and their brother Alon are on trial in federal court, facing sex trafficking charges. They've pleaded not guilty. If convicted, each faces 15 years to life.⁠
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As the case enters its second week, a Lower Manhattan courtroom has become its own ecosystem: a judge with a tight grip, a closely screened jury, three separate defense teams, prosecutors, victims' lawyers, the press and the brothers' family and friends watching from the gallery.⁠

Inside the Alexander brothers’ defense machine | #shorts

"This will be the most sustainable high-rise ever developed in the state."

Sustainability meets style in Honolulu | Brand Studio

Richard A.C. Coles on how Jamie Dimon helped lead NYC’s comeback #shorts

With New York City in a deep freeze, attention is already shifting out east. The Hamptons closed out 2025 with a record Q4: median home prices hit an all-time high of $2.3 million, driven by demand and tight inventory.

The weather is cold, but the #Hamptons market is hot #shorts

What does it take to manage some of the most complex real estate portfolios in the market? Vanbarton Group Founder and Managing Partner Richard A.C. Coles joins TRD’s Erik Engquist in the latest Salon Series to talk strategy, investment, and the realities of running a major asset-management firm. Check out the full interview here.

Big Money, Big Buildings: Richard A. C. Coles on Institutional Real Estate | Salon Series

From star brokers to federal court. The Alexander brothers built a luxury real estate empire brokering deals for the ultra-wealthy and becoming some of the most recognizable names in the industry.

How the Alexander Brothers went from luxury real estate to federal court #crime #news #realestate

The Alexander brothers were kings of luxury real estate, brokering deals for the elite. Now, they are at the center of a federal sex-trafficking trial that has shocked the industry.

Real Estate Scandal: The Alexander Brothers | Episode 1: The Rise

LA's mansion tax just got a curveball — and it's coming from a longtime supporter. Measure ULA is back in the spotlight after Councilmember Nithya Raman, who backed ULA, proposed a 15-year exemption for certain multifamily, mixed-use and commercial projects, arguing the policy may be discouraging the very investment needed to build more housing.

Measure ULA has real estate and DSA's Nithya Raman on the same side #shorts

CoStar has spent years (and billions) trying to loosen Zillow’s grip on home search. Now, with its Homes.com push in retreat, hedge fund heavyweight Daniel Loeb is coming for CEO Andy Florance’s pay and strategy, demanding a board shakeup and a full exit from CoStar’s resi bets. Is Loeb right? Sound off in the comments and read more at the link in bio.

The listings war between Zillow and CoStar has investors out for blood

The Hamptons turning point is coming. Ed Bruehl of Christie's International Real Estate Grup explains why the smartest move in today's market is a decisive one. 

Assets, art and the global buyer | Brand Studio

How much does NYC luxury really cost? Eugene Remm, the mastermind behind hotspots like Catch and the Corner Store, places his bets with Amir Korangy on the latest episode of Coffee Talk.

Restaurateur Eugene Remm plays a game of 'Guess the Price' with TRD's Amir Korangy #shorts

Yesterday, after more than a year in custody, Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander entered a Manhattan courtroom to face federal sex trafficking charges. The day began with opening statements from both the prosecution and the defense, and concluded with testimony from the first witness and the start of cross-examination.

Inside Day 1 of the Alexander’s’ trial #shorts

A+ or D? That’s how split the market is. We hit the REBNY Gala red carpet and asked top industry players — Jeff Gural, Kelly Mack, Bruce Mosler and more — one question: What grade would you give the NYC real estate market right now?

What grade would you give the NYC real estate market right now? | REBNY Red Carpet 2026

Restaurateur and Catch Hospitality Group co-founder Eugene Remm sits down with TRD’s Amir Korangy for Coffee Talk to discuss building a hospitality empire from a love of food, landing coveted reservations at NYC hotspots like The Corner Store and The Eighty Six, the role of real estate in restaurant success, working with billionaire Tilman Fertitta, and more.

Catch’s Eugene Remm reveals how to secure reservations at The Corner Store, The Eighty Six & more

What do Ryan Serhant, Eleonora Srugo and Jackie Kennedy's designer have in common? A Gramercy "fixer upper."

Oleg Cassini’s former Gramercy home sells for $7M #shorts

Soho House’s $2.7B plan to go private nearly collapsed — then came a last-minute rescue. After lead partner MCR pulled a $200M commitment, billionaire Ron Burkle’s Yucaipa stepped in with new funding, including an extra $50M from Morse Ventures and expanded debt financing. The market cheered: shares jumped nearly 13%, and shareholders overwhelmingly approved the merger. From brink of failure to revival in days — Soho House’s privatization deal is back on track. Watch to learn more.

Ron Burkle rescues Soho House $2.7B privatization plan #shorts

What began as a distressed Midtown office deal has turned into a high-stakes legal battle among New York real estate heavyweights. A judge has temporarily halted Gary Barnett’s planned UCC auction at Worldwide Plaza, forcing tough questions about whether the sale is fair or designed to lock in control. With the building’s value having collapsed and hundreds of millions at stake, the fight between Extell, SL Green, and RXR could decide who controls one of Midtown’s most troubled former trophy towers.

How Worldwide Plaza became a legal fight among real estate heavyweights

Experience the pinnacle of cosmopolitan living at One Wall Street, where historic Art Deco grandeur meets the visionary design of Artefacto. In this exclusive look, Artefacto Co-CEO Pietro Bacchi joins Sales Directors Jacob Franco and Lenny Inzerillo to showcase a partnership that is helping drive luxury sales in the Financial District.

Artefacto elevates One Wall Street with curated design, accelerating sales | Brand Studio

Trump wants to ban big investors from buying single-family homes. He says corporate landlords are pricing you out, and he wants Congress to stop them. Critics agree they're a problem… but the data says institutions still own a relatively small slice of the market.

Trump puts institutional single-family home investors in crosshairs |

The Venezuelan corruption crackdown is reverberating through U.S. real estate. Watch as Hannah Kramer unpacks how money tied to Venezuela's political elite, the boliburguesía, has poured into American property for years, with federal authorities tracking and seizing billions in real estate linked to corruption and money laundering investigations.