After 25 years of creating communities that serve families across the New York tri-state area, B2K Development is expanding its footprint to South Florida with plans to bring The Bristal Assisted Living to Boca Raton and beyond. This strategic expansion reflects both the company’s commitment to serving aging adults wherever they call home and the… Read more »
Author: Lori Siesto Bryce
The Premium on Walkability: How Car-Free Living is Reshaping Long Island Development
The American relationship with the automobile is changing. For decades, car ownership represented freedom, status, and convenience. This has been particularly true in suburban markets like Long Island. But a new generation of homebuyers is redefining what convenience means, and developers are responding with communities built around walkability rather than driveways. Recent data confirms what… Read more »
Honoring Service: Why Veterans Day is Important to B2K Development
On November 11, 1918, the guns of World War I fell silent, ending what was then the most catastrophic conflict civilization had endured. More than a century later, we observe Veterans Day each November 11th to honor all Americans who have served in defense of our nation. yet for many, this crucial day passes unnoticed… Read more »
From the Desk of Jan Burman: The Changing Landscape of Real Estate Investment
Advice for the Next Generation The real estate industry has undergone dramatic changes over the past several decades, fundamentally altering how new professionals can enter and succeed in the field. B2K Development Chairman Jan Burman, who has witnessed this evolution firsthand, offers candid insights about the challenges facing today’s aspiring real estate professionals. How Financing… Read more »
From the Desk of Jan Burman: The Story Behind the Bristal
From Personal Need to Industry Innovation: The Story Behind The Bristal The most successful business ventures often begin with a simple question: “What if there was a better way?” For B2K Development Chairman Jan Burman that question arose from a deeply personal place — wondering where he would care for his aging parents when the… Read more »
Building Talent: Internships at The Seasons at East Northport
At B2K Development, we believe in nurturing the next generation of real estate leaders. Our internships give students the chance to learn by doing, preparing them for real-world challenges in real estate and senior living. Why Internships Matter Internships are essential to B2K Development’s long-term vision of innovating with excellence. As a leader in luxury… Read more »
From the Desk of Jan Burman: How Diversification Drives Long-Term Success
On the Importance of Strategic Vision Beyond Traditional Real Estate In an industry where many developers specialize in single property types, B2K Development has built success through strategic diversification across multiple real estate sectors and related industries. Chairman Jan Burman‘s willingness to venture beyond traditional boundaries has positioned the company as an innovative leader capable… Read more »
From the Desk of Jan Burman: From Confession to Construction
Yom Kippur’s Lessons for Community Builders The holiest day in the Jewish calendar, Yom Kippur challenges us to confront our failings with unprecedented honesty while embracing the transformative power of genuine repentance. For those of us whose work shapes the communities where families lives, work, and grow, this day of atonement offers profound guidance for… Read more »
Building Communities, Building Futures: Reflections for a Sweet New Year
As we observe Rosh Hashanah and welcome the Jewish New Year, this sacred time of reflection and renewal offers an opportunity to consider not only our personal growth but also our responsibility to the communities we serve. The themes of this meaningful holiday — reflection on the year past, renewal of purpose, and hope for… Read more »
Strengthening Communities Through Giving – B2K Development’s Q3 2025 Philanthropy & Sponsorships
Philanthropy is at the heart of building thriving communities, and B2K Development is proud to contribute to that mission. Our Q3 2025 philanthropic efforts reflect our continued commitment to giving back. For spring and summer 2025, we’re proud to share some of our philanthropic efforts: Transforming Lives by Addressing Hunger and Homelessness: The 2025 INNkeepers’… Read more »