The developers of Newport, the seminal mixed-use neighborhood credited as a catalyst for the rebuilding of the Jersey City waterfront, plan to disburse $1 million to 40 local nonprofit groups as the organization celebrates four decades in the city.
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Hitting home: ‘The Journal’ is latest project to arrive in Jersey City with Paolino, attorney and city native, as a guiding hand for developers
A landmark project in Journal Square is especially meaningful for Gene Paolino, a senior partner with Genova Burns who spent nearly 20 years guiding the development. He’s also a Jersey City native, meaning he’s been personally invested in the city’s growth during a legal career that spans more than four decades.
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.
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.
