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Real Estate NJ goes in depth on the latest trends, success stories and critical issues facing the commercial real estate industry. Hear what is on the mind of the industry’s power players and get expert analysis as we give you the deepest look inside the market.

Government & Public Policy
A fitting transition: Tantleff assumes new role as chair of Builders Political Action Committee

Fresh off two terms as chair of the New Jersey Builders Association, Deb Tantleff has taken the reins of the influential Builders Political Action Committee. And while the organizations are distinct and functionally different, it’s undoubtedly a natural transition to a role that hinges on relationships in Trenton and on raising funds to support pro-housing candidates.

Government & Public Policy
Extending a hand to Solomon, Jersey City landlords call for more housing to solve budget, affordability woes

Following a contentious campaign, the Jersey City Apartment Owners Association said it was eager to work with new Jersey City Mayor James Solomon, reaffirming its belief that the best way to solve the city’s budget and affordability crises is to build more housing.

Education
ULI’s acclaimed UrbanPlan program comes to Morris County in new, condensed format to reach more students

Students at Morris County School of Technology in Denville received a crash course in urban planning, courtesy of the Urban Land Institute Northern New Jersey, as the organization debuted a shorter version of its nationwide UrbanPlan program over two days in December.

Sponsored Content
Real Estate NJ’s 2026 Market Forecast

Even with stretches of volatility in 2025, it was clear to many of our industry experts that capital and confidence had returned to the market in a way not seen in several years. That sets the stage for what could be a stronger and perhaps smoother 2026, one marked by conviction in fundamentals rather than cautious optimism. You can read all about it in our 2026 Market Forecast, which features a distinguished list of commercial real estate experts and predictions on everything from leasing and lending to affordable housing, energy and capital markets.
You can read all about it in our 2025 Market Forecast, which features predictions and insights from some of the state’s leading voices in commercial real estate.

Government & Public Policy
Fulop urges Solomon to embrace growth, leave ‘comfort zone’ as Jersey City’s next mayor

Outgoing Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop called on his successor, James Solomon, to be pragmatic about development and affordability as he moves ahead, following a campaign that was decidedly anti-development and stoked uncertainty in the private sector.

Government & Public Policy
Steps taken: Fulop proud of record on affordability, but knows there’s more to be done in Jersey City

Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop has been unabashedly pro-growth during his 12 years in office. That’s clear from the city’s ever-changing skyline, but even he concedes that new development has overshadowed efforts to improve housing affordability.

Office
Decisive action: How officials in Englewood Cliffs moved to land Samsung as town’s newest corporate tenant

Samsung Electronics America’s expansive new headquarters isn’t just a successful move for the global electronics giant. It’s also a win for Englewood Cliffs, which acted quickly to lure the company to the space vacated by Unilever.

Featured
Panning out: Film industry’s impact grows as dozens of New Jersey towns, cities emerge as destinations

“A Complete Unknown,” the Bob Dylan biopic starring Timothée Chalamet (left) and Elle Fanning, filmed in 17 New Jersey municipalities in 2024, including Hoboken. — Searchlight Pictures Press Photo By Patricia Alex Filming took place in 20 towns in North…

Technology
Coming together: Collaboration, partnership in focus as Nokia Bell Labs tower breaks ground in New Brunswick

The groundbreaking for Nokia Bell Labs’ new research and office tower in New Brunswick was a celebration of not just the company’s legacy of collaboration in New Jersey, but the public-private partnerships that have brought the project to life.

Residential & Mixed Use
A new solution: Supportive housing advocates, developers hope state law will spark major expansion of special needs units

There’s not enough supportive housing in New Jersey, according to advocates and industry experts, and they hope incentives in the state’s revamped affordable housing rules will help expand the market.