Joshua Burd
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Joshua Burd, an award-winning reporter and editor, has been covering New Jersey commercial real estate for 13 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.

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USI Insurance Services

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Features
Daughters of longtime North Jersey developer set to unveil family’s latest project

A well-known family development firm is nearing completion of a 214-unit apartment complex in North Bergen, in what will be its first project with a second generation at the helm.

Residential & Mixed Use
Developers launch leasing at 145-unit rental building in Jersey City

A joint venture has opened the doors to a new 145-unit apartment building on the west side of Jersey City, touting a design focused on local artists and cultural offerings.

Top News
CBRE: Tristate data center demand still strong, with inventory still limited

Data center vacancy in the tristate area reached an all-time low in 2020, according to CBRE, thanks in part to demand fueled by cloud providers, health care and financial institutions.

Retail
Discount chains add four new locations in New Jersey, R.J. Brunelli says

Dollar Tree has signed four new leases in northern and central New Jersey, including two at spaces that had been home to a now-shuttered home furnishings chain.

Retail
Tile chain opens 12,500 sq. ft. Wayne location, Goldstein Group says

A national tile retailer has opened a new 12,500-square-foot store in Wayne, following a recent lease arranged by The Goldstein Group.

Government & Public Policy
NJBA: New foreclosure prevention law will foster continued ‘pro-housing environment’

Developers are cheering the adoption of a law to stem foreclosures in New Jersey, calling it a move that supports the housing market while preventing the buildup of vacant properties.

Professional Services
Former Children’s Place real estate executive joins Resource Realty

Resource Realty of Northern New Jersey has bolstered its team with the addition of a veteran retail industry executive.

Office
Newmark touts leasing assignment at Cedar Knolls office, flex portfolio

A landlord has selected Newmark Associates as its leasing agent for a 410,000-square-foot office and flex portfolio in Morris County.

Residential & Mixed Use
Developers plan 21-unit apartment building in Hackensack Opportunity Zone

A joint venture is proceeding with plans for a 21-unit apartment building in Hackensack after recently securing planning board approval for the project.