Yeah that is sort of what I meant since it wasn't made legally but I think I know who you are referring to and they just invested in property back in the day and value has skyrocketed.
It's common knowledge and a matter of public record anyway. But they own more property south of Houston street than any other privately owned real estate company in Manhattan. It's honestly mind boggling.
Who is this guy PB?
The Pontes. No big deal. They're legitimate millionaires, their garbage fortune aside.