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New York City Taxi Drivers Launch Association in Response to Uber

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Ramiro Cavazos, SAHCC’s president and CEO, released a statement on August 12 urging the mayor and city council to let the ride-sharing companies operate again in San Antonio. As ride-sharing services continue to flourish, New York City taxi drivers have formed their own association to ensure they don’t get run over.

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Association Boosts Legal Fight Over NYC Taxi Medallions

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New York City taxi medallions have severely declined in value as a result of the rise in app-based ride-hailing alternatives. The taxi medallion, once one of the most valuable investments a New York City resident could make, is in the middle of a long decline brought on by the rise of Uber and Lyft.

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Could Your Association Thrive in a Remote-First Culture?

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In an age when centralization is running into a cost-of-living wall for many industries, embracing a remote-first culture could expand both your pool of talent and your base of operations. But what if this desire for a central location, both in terms of office and locale, comes at the cost of innovation?

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Interview: The Fusion of Technology, Data, and Regulations in Commercial Real Estate with Jack Kern

AvidXchange: Association Management

and is responsible for the data analytics team at Yardi Matrix and the information publishing group in New York City comprised of Commercial Property Executive and Multi-housing News. These changes are enabling online leasing in a cost-effective, real-time manner and threatening the traditional brokerage model.

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The Hidden Costs of Inefficiency

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When you’re losing a nickel here or a dime there, it doesn’t seem like a lot … until you do the math and realize it’s costing you a pretty penny. Just ask New York City’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). a $1 fee goes to the MTA on new card charges. At a cost of $2.50

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Prediction: Increased Travel, Meeting Costs in 2014

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CWT expects meeting suppliers to raise prices worldwide, resulting in increases in daily attendee costs and overall meeting costs. One bit of good news: In New York City, which is seeing a small increase in new hotel construction, prices may soften. hotel rates could inflate by up to 4.9

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Study: Why Business Travel Costs Vary Significantly by City

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Event planners and business travelers alike should be aware of the additional costs that come with launching an event in a coastal city, a new study finds. A big city or coastal locale might seem like the best way to draw in attendees, but a new report shows that those locations often come with a big additional cost.

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