Get The Scoop On Gary Smith's New Book "5 Keys to Create Passive Income with Commercial Real Estate."

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Trusted Commercial Real Estate Advisor
Gary Smith Pens New Book The
"5 Keys to Create Passive Income
with Commercial Real Estate."  

Gary L. Smith, CEO Business Consultants International, Inc.

Gary L. Smith is a distinguished business consultant and trusted advisor renowned for his expertise in advising high net worth investors in the realm of commercial real estate and business development. With an illustrious career spanning over four decades, Gary boasts an extensive background in business, real estate, and investment ventures.  His niche lies in the intricate landscape of net lease retail commercial real estate, where his insights have consistently proved invaluable.

With a sterling reputation as a true industry expert, Gary Smith has undeniably left an indelible mark on the world of commercial real estate. For the past two decades, Gary has dedicated his expertise to the niche of net lease retail commercial real estate.

As an accomplished investor, broker, and investment adviser, Gary has consistently demonstrated an unparalleled ability to navigate the complexities of this specialized field. As a former Investment Sales advisor with Marcus & Millichap, he not only propelled his own success but have also been instrumental in guiding high net worth investors through the intricate processes of purchasing, financing, and selling net lease commercial real estate.

Happy National Daughters Day To Our Co-Publisher nZinga Austin

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Happy National Daughters Day nZinga

I just saw from a Facebook friend that today is National Daughter's Day. I have to SHOUT Out my daughter and Co-Publisher Nzinga-l Austin!

What a blessing she is to me.

When we brought her home from the hospital she was quiet the first night but after that would cry/scream at the top of her voice/lungs - for 8 hours straight! We'd have pick her up and walk with her until she'd fall asleep.

She'd fall asleep for 40 minutes or so then get up and scream and cry for another 6 or 7 hours straight. Her mom and me would walk around like zombies we were so exhausted.

We struggled over the years finding her the right schools, helping her deal with bullying and teasing by other kids, and her depression and suicidal thoughts. She and we have been thru a lot.

However, today she is 24 and although still has challenges she is a talented artist, writer, singer, and award winning blogger and community advocate. I'd never believe that with how hard I had to teach my daughter things she now teaches me things, helps me in our business, and gives me good advice.

Her life illustrates to me peeps don't give up. God is still in the miracle business! 

I don't understand why God does or allows certain things, but I can truly say having to help raise my daughter has made me a better person. I feel blessed God entrusted her soul to us.

Get The Scoop On The Free Fare Access For The Q4 Bus Starting September 24th 2023

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Free Fare Access For
The Q4 Bus Starts
September 24th 2023

In Queens

“A win in the NYS 2023 Budget was the Fare-Free Pilot Program with the MTA, which allocates a free bus line for each borough, is finally here,” said Assembly Member Alicia L. Hyndman. “Beginning Sunday, September 24, 2023, Southeast Queens will benefit from this pilot program with the Q4 line servicing Jamaica, St Albans and Cambria Heights. The program will last from six to twelve months and will be a relief to constituents in every borough.”

“Starting September 24th, the launch of the fare-free Q4 Local/Limited bus line in Queens will showcase the feasibility of no-cost transit for New York City bus commuters. It is my hope the success of this city-wide pilot program will inform how we can better work with all our partners in government to make life in New York City more affordable," said State Senator Leroy Comrie. "I must especially thank my colleagues in the legislature for their advocacy during the budget process, and the MTA and NYC Transit leadership for the willingness to test this pilot program."

“We are excited that the commuters in our district will take advantage of the free bus program,” said Assembly Member Clyde Vanel. “We will continue to work to improve our transportation system.”

Get The Scoop On NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams on Mayor Adams’ Announcement of His Administration’s Proposed Zoning Text Amendment for Housing

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Statement from Speaker Adams on Mayor Adams’ Announcement of His Administration’s Proposed Zoning Text Amendment for Housing

NYC Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams

“The housing crisis that has exacerbated homelessness and made our city less affordable demands comprehensive solutions. We welcome Mayor Adams and City Planning’s encouraging and thoughtful proposals as a starting point towards critical changes that will help us equitably produce more housing across the city to confront these challenges.

Housing and zoning policies have historically furthered economic and racial segregation, deepened inequities, and locked communities out of opportunities. That’s why it is imperative that our city’s policies and zoning align to achieve housing growth through the lens of equity and access, accompanied by investments in economic opportunity, schools, transit, healthcare, and other institutions that help stabilize communities.

“The Council is committed to advancing the necessary changes through a citywide text amendment and complementary strategies, including my Fair Housing Framework and increased affordability, to confront our housing crisis. We look forward to conducting a thorough review of the proposals in these preliminary scoping documents and continuing discussions with the Administration and all stakeholders throughout this process to successfully advance the city’s housing needs.

Delivering results for New Yorkers will require actions at the city level, along with essential contributions from our state and federal partners.”

Get The Scoop On Why Cheryl Caddle Is Honored as a Woman Of Distinction By NYS Senator Leroy Comrie

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Cheryl Caddle is a staunch advocate who is committed to working on behalf of her community.

Integrating a passion for education with solid business expertise in leadership, Ms. Caddle successfully launched a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization in 2009. Through her tenacity, empowerment, accountability and achievement, her goal was to provide out-of-school services to elementary students, and as Executive Director of Community Youth Care Services, Ms. Caddle is responsible for the overall operations, regulatory compliance and policy development of the organization, as well as reporting to the board of directors.

Over the past 10 years, the services offered have evolved to include elementary students’ exposure to the aviation industry, and middle and high school students’ access to community service learning and work readiness coaching.

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Statement from Speaker Adrienne Adams and Criminal Justice Chair Carlina Rivera on the Deadline to Close Rikers

NYC Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams

“For decades, Rikers Island has cultivated a culture of brutal violence and dysfunction, compelling the City Council to pass legislation to end the humanitarian crisis in our city’s jails and transition to a more effective and safer borough-based system. Today marks four years to the day that New York City must close Rikers to comply with the law.

Public safety demands that we remain on-track to closing Rikers without delay. To achieve this goal, it is imperative that Mayor Adams’ administration take responsibility for implementing the law, including working collaboratively with stakeholders involved in the criminal legal system to advance necessary progress.

NYC Council Criminal Justice Chair Carlina Rivera

The City must make consistent investments in pretrial services, alternatives to incarceration, and re-entry services, while addressing unacceptable lengths of stay with the courts, district attorneys, and public defenders. The Council has taken recent actions as a contributing partner in these efforts by advancing increased mental health interventions and greater resources for supervised release programs, among others, but far more is needed.

“We cannot allow Rikers to continue undermining public safety and must continue the necessary work of implementing a more effective approach to public safety. The record deaths and continued violence, which endangers both staff and detained individuals, reaffirms the Council’s 2019 decision to bring this shameful chapter in the city’s history to an end and only emphasizes the urgency we must act with moving forward.”

Get The Scoop On Why Nicki Minaj And Ice Spice's Version of the Barbie Song Is Lit In Areas of Culture And Society.

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Nicki Minaj's Version of the
 NEW Barbie Song Gets Lit

On Society And Culture

By Co-Publisher nZinga Austin

I watched The Barbie Movie, with my mom, and at the end credits it had the Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice renditions of The Barbie song.  It sounded better than the Original Barbie song.  The only thing is it has a lot of cursing in the song.

Both Nicky and Ice Spice are from New York.  Nicky hails from Southeast Queens while Ice Spice grew up in the Bronx.  

Seeing Nicky Minaj and Ice Spice's UPdated hip hop street smart rendition of the Barbie theme song made me reflect on my past, family, and culture. 

I liked all the Barbies growing up but my favorite Barbie was the blond haired blue eyed Barbie.  I did really like to play with black Barbie's too and my dad wanted me to be proud of my culture.