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    New York State Legislators Propose Change to Law that Allows Predatory Vulture Funds to Target Developing Countries

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    The Paperwork to Prosperity:

    Inside NYCs MWBE Process By Simone ValentineNYC Small Business Services reports there are over 180,000 small businesses currently in operation in New York City. Yet as of Q4 2025, there are only 11,178 active M/WBE firms currently certified. MWBE, or Minority and Women Owned Business...

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    Officials pushing new bills, policies, awareness for Victims of City’s Rampant Deed Fraud Abuse

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