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Buying into AML risks in real estate

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Key Takeaways Real estate markets are vulnerable to money laundering and fraud because of their transaction size and appreciation over time. The real estate market is enticing to more than just new homeowners or investors. Real estate market AML risks Real estate is a proven, traditional, and well-established marketplace.

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NYC Taxi Commission Accused Of $810 Million Fraud

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New York Attorney General Letitia James announced plans to sue New York City for allegedly fraudulent practices by its Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC), according to reports on Thursday (Feb.

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DC Bar: Lawyers Allowed To Take Digital Currency As Payment

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” The opinion also noted that the IRS treats cryptocurrency more as a property than as a currency for tax purposes. This decision comes on the heels of other bars, including New York City, Nebraska and North Carolina, also deciding recently to allow virtual currency as payment, according to Bloomberg Law.

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What’s Next For Real Estate In Amazon’s HQ2 Cities?

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The Seattle-based eCommerce operator and cloud computing provider decided to build in both Crystal City, an urban area in North Virginia near Washington, D.C., and in Long Island City, a neighborhood in Queens, New York City. In New York City, Amazon’s $1.2 Alexa Apology.

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Soupman Files For Bankruptcy Protection

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New York City soup producer and marketer Soupman – home of Seinfeld’s “Soup Nazi” character – has filed for bankruptcy protection following charges against former CFO Robert Bertrand last month. million, and total alleged tax loss to the U.S. million, and total alleged tax loss to the U.S.

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National Restaurant Association Framework Aims To Close Gap Between Restaurants And Aggregators

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As PYMNTS reported in this space earlier in the month , the aggregators have faced challenges from several states and cities that have instituted caps on the fees that can be charged to restaurants. That roster includes Washington State, New Jersey, Chicago and New York City.

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CRE risk management: Navigating hazards and opportunities

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Takeaway 2 Advisors recommend that financial institutions look behind some of the headlines and examine their own markets before ruling out CRE altogether. But understanding trends in their own portfolios and local markets can allow lenders to identify risk-appropriate CRE credits. They’re not your hometown.