Business & Innovation

A short-term rental restriction passed earlier this year will make Airbnb hosting, once an easy and lucrative business venture, far more difficult for homeowners in New York City. This two-part BK Reader investigation dives deep into this restriction, and how those most affected by it are fighting back.

Located in the bustling intersection of Flatbush and Caton Avenue, The Mangrove is putting power back into the people's hands.

After the Interborough Express was confirmed, private business has quickly moved to partner with developers in East New York for business opportunities. But are local businesses ready to take advantage of the potential boon — and is the City ready to protect their interests?

After a viral TikTok video, Filly Luv, a Black-woman-owned restaurant in Bed-Stuy found themselves with lines outside of their restaurant.

The pandemic boom of overanxious shoppers stockpiling foods is over. Why, then, are grocery shoppers paying so much now for so little? In the second of this two-part series on food shopping in Brooklyn, BK Reader examines how grocers and residents are taking matters into their own hands.

Many of Brooklyn’s new business owners have taken risks to pursue their visions after a rough three years. Here’s how they’re doing now.

The pandemic boom of overanxious shoppers stockpiling foods is over. Why, then, are grocery shoppers paying so much now for so little? In this two-part series on food shopping in Brooklyn, BK Reader examines some of the reasons and possible solutions for the outrageously high cost of food.

Step off busy Nostrand Avenue into a cool, coastal-inspired oasis for a carafe of mimosas and a seafood-rich brunch.

Over 100 NYC small business owners were in-attendance at the event, including several from Brooklyn.

Love it or hate, social media is here to stay, creating more influencers and millionaires than ever before. In this two-part series, BK Reader met with local small business owners who are using social media to find new and dedicated audiences, grow their businesses… and earn more money.