This week we learned that…

… Your mortgage forms might be getting simpler. [Felix Salmon]

…Tim Geithner has become a landlord. [Slate]

… Williamsburg and the Meatpacking District are locked in mortal combat. [Curbed]

… Japanese roommates are very protective of their dish soap. [WSJ via Gawker]

… Bruce Ratner would like to know if someone can spare $324 million. [NY Observer]

… December 2008 was the time to buy at 30 Lincoln Plaza. [The Real Deal]

… Say what you will about Italian counts, but they sure do know how to decorate. [NY Magazine]

… Your co-op board is going to love you. [Brick Underground]