Joshua Burd
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Joshua Burd, an award-winning reporter and editor, has been covering New Jersey commercial real estate for eight years. Many industry leaders view him as the go-to real estate reporter in the state, a role he is eager to continue as the editor of Real Estate NJ. He is a lifelong New Jersey resident who has spent a decade covering the great Garden State.

Defending against the rise of cyberattacks in real estate

The real estate industry has become a growing target for cyberattacks. Real estate transactions require valuable and sensitive information, including personal and financial details for buyers, sellers and real estate organizations.

Navigating a challenging market with Meridian’s Russ Drebin

Up until the last few months, this year was great. Rates were relatively low, and I was proactively advising clients to take advantage of the market while it was tame. However, since the market has taken a turn, it has been even more important to advise clients in a way that is transparent and focused on their specific goals. Knowing your client and knowing what their goals are will allow you to help them during a time when the market is great, and conversely at times when the market is not so great.

DMR Architects: Why we stay

Many of DMR Architects’ professionals have been with the firm for 20 years or more, thanks in large part to its focus on mentorship, corporate culture and the freedom to explore new areas and new technology.

Kushner makes unsolicited bid to buy Veris Residential, citing ‘appreciably damaged’ value

Kushner Cos. has made a bid to acquire Veris Residential Inc. after purportedly being rebuffed in its offer to manage the real estate investment trust’s portfolio of luxury apartments.

Finite resources demand a new approach to investment decisions

Ten years ago, Superstorm Sandy slammed into New Jersey, killing 38 people, devastating coastal areas, inflicting billions of dollars in damage and causing power outages for millions of residents and businesses for weeks. For many, it was a turning point that changed the way they invested and did business. Given today’s accelerating pace of life-altering disruptions — the pandemic, inflation, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, extreme weather events — I believe New Jerseyans are ready to modify their behavior to reduce their risk and financial exposure to the adverse impacts from climate change.

Marcus & Millichap: Tech platform aims to create new opportunities for CRE buyers

A new technology platform by Marcus & Millichap is primed to draw additional investors to New Jersey’s commercial real estate market, while helping locally based owners find opportunities beyond the Garden State.

Cronheim sources permanent loan for 104-unit Vineland apartment property

Cronheim Mortgage has secured $4.1 million in permanent financing for a 104-unit garden-style apartment community in Vineland, the Chatham-based firm announced.

Deugen inks sale of 3,900 sq. ft. Orange retail property

Deugen Development has brokered the sale of a 3,900-square-foot retail building in Orange, touting its location in a key redevelopment area and a federally designated Opportunity Zone.

Child transportation service coming to Lodi after building acquisition, NAI Hanson says

NAI James E. Hanson has negotiated the sale of a 12,900-square-foot building in Lodi.

New two-phase, 225-unit rental property in Rahway on the market for sale, BlueGate says

The owner of two new luxury apartment buildings in downtown Rahway is seeking a buyer for the 225-unit property, in a newly announced offering by BlueGate Partners LLC.