As we emerge from the global shutdown, the hotel and hospitality industry is coming back strong. There is also a growing sentiment among assessors throughout the country that COVID is over and we are quickly returning to prepandemic economics. This, too, can have a significant impact on assessed values. In some cases, they could double. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
Should Hotel Owners Brace For Higher Tax Assessments? Read More »
Many of New York City’s biggest hotels closed their doors in March when the coronavirus wiped out tourism and business travel. The shutdowns were supposed to be temporary, but six months later, with no potential influx of visitors in sight, a wave of permanent closures has begun. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
Pandemic Puts N.Y.C. Hotels on the Brink: ‘A Complete Washout’ Read More »
Compared to World War III, as well as a Category 5 hurricane, the pandemic has been pummeling the economy since March. And the prediction for the future? It’s not going to look like 2019. Not for a while. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
Prediction: Demand For Hotels, Retail Will Not Return To Pre-Covid Levels \’For Awhile\’ Read More »
From masked clerks at the front desk to shuttered buffets, hotels are making visible changes in the wake of the pandemic. Used to competing on price or perks, they are now competing on cleanliness. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
As Business Trickles Back, Hotels Compete On Cleanliness Read More »
The EEOC accused the hotel of violating the Civil Rights Act of 1964 when Haitian dishwashers were subjected to a hostile work environment and eventually fired because of their race. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
SLS Hotel South Beach To Pay $2.5M In Discrimination Lawsuit Settlement Read More »
Mixed-use developments come with their own set of unique challenges that requires juggling multiple interests while navigating ownership rights, licensing, tax planning, and even signage agreements. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
The Legalities Of Multi-Use Development Read More »
With a steep rise in green travelers globally, the industry is adopting eco-friendly practices to market their brand and save the environment without burning a hole in their pockets. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
Green Practices To Improve Your Hotel’s Energy Efficiency And Save Costs Read More »
Green construction in the hospitality sector has increased by 50 percent from 2011-2013 and now represents 25 percent of all new construction in the sector today. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
Hospitality Industry Poised For Strong Growth In Green Building Read More »
Here are some of the leading reasons why hotel owners are incorporating sustainability into their design programs and operations and how it makes a difference. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
Sustainability Is The Core Of An Authentic Hospitality Experience Read More »
With any business you\’ll want to keep outgoings to a minimum. But in the hospitality industry, this can be tough since you aren\’t always in charge of your outgoings. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE
Z-Wave Technology: Offering Hotels A Wireless Energy Management Solution Read More »