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  • Brooklyn Townhouses, Pricing Strategies, and Broker Realities with Lindsay Barton Barrett

    Brooklyn Townhouses, Pricing Strategies, and Broker Realities with Lindsay Barton Barrett
    2025/05/13
    Today, Noah and John sit down with Lindsay Barton Barrett, a top agent at Elliman with over 20 years of experience and a billion dollars in sales. Lindsay delves into the current state of the New York City real estate market, emphasizing the unexpected resilience despite uncertainty. She discusses the thriving Brooklyn townhouse market, highlighting its appeal in terms of value, flexibility, and tax advantages. Lindsay also offers insights into pricing strategy, explaining her approach to collaborating with sellers and finding the sweet spot between undervaluing and overpricing. She concludes by discussing the realities of being a broker, emphasizing the importance of running a tight, well-supported operation and the value of asking for help. Pro level stuff from a pro level pro! Highlights: 01:00 – Market Overview 02:30 – Uncertainty vs. Resilience 04:15 – Brooklyn Townhouse Market 05:45 – Why Townhouses Are Booming 08:00 – Tax Benefits of Townhouses 10:30 – Who’s Selling and Who’s Buying? 12:30 – The Impact of Rising Rates 15:30 – Pricing Strategy 18:00 – Emotional Side of Pricing 21:30 – The Broker’s Reality 25:00 – Misconceptions About Brokers 30:00 – The Power of Teams The Lindsay Barton Barrett Team Site: https://lindsaybartonbarrettteam.com/ https://www.elliman.com/team/lindsay-barton-barrett-team/226300 https://www.elliman.com/agent/lindsay-barton-barrett/1034687 Connect with Lindsay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaybartonbarrett/ Follow Lindsay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaybartonbarrett/ --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am on YouTube! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and the NYC real estate markets! --> Check out our channel: @UrbanDigsNYC Looking to price right, win more listings, and close faster? UrbanDigs Advisor is the go-to pricing service trusted by top agents who need to make confident pricing decisions backed by real comps, appraiser reviews, and market data – not outdated averages. It’s already been used to price over $540M in NYC real estate, with some price cuts exceeding $1M. If you’re tired of guesswork and want to bring data-driven confidence to your next listing, check out UrbanDigs Advisor. --> Visit www.urbandigs.co for more details and to get a sample report! Track the New York City real estate market with real-time data and charts: https://www.urbandigs.com/ Link to our overview of Manhattan or Brooklyn real estate stats: https://www.urbandigs.com/marketwide-charts/ For more Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate conversations: http://www.talkingmanhattan.com/
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    36 分
  • Spring Hustle and Strategy with Rick Kelly

    Spring Hustle and Strategy with Rick Kelly
    2025/03/28
    Today, Noah and John sit down with Rick Kelly, founder of Alta Real Estate and a 500+ deal NYC veteran, to talk about the pulse of the Manhattan market. Rick shares insights on the spring market surge, unrenovated homes drawing bids again, and how to thrive in the high-stakes world of NYC real estate. From his strategies on building a team to why NYC is both the best and hardest market to work in, Rick doesn’t hold back. Expect real talk on pricing, hustle culture, and how agents can level up in today’s competitive scene. Alta vista baby! Highlights: 00:41 – Spring Surge 02:20 – Unrenovated Homes Getting Action? 04:10 – Pros ❤️ NYC 06:15 – NYC Challenges 08:14 – Standing Out as an Agent 09:40 – Building a Team the Right Way 11:00 – Common Pitfalls in Team Building 13:10 – Finding and Owning Your Strengths 17:57 – Top Agent Skill Today 20:21 – Strategic Advice to Level Up 22:55 – Get Out and See Inventory! 25:00 – Don’t give up Rick's Page at Alta https://altanewyork.com/about-rick-kelly Connect with Rick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-sells-nyc/ Follow Rick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickkellyrealestate/ --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and NYC real estate markets! ** Need a price cut? Want to wow a seller? Use UrbanDigs Advisor! ** Our customized pricing analysis service closes deals faster and makes you look like a hero. Plus, subscribers get a big discount, so the ROI is literally OFF. THE. CHART. Email support@urbandigs.com and let us know what you need! https://www.urbandigs.com/advisor/ Track the New York City real estate market with real-time data and charts: https://www.urbandigs.com/ Link to our overview of Manhattan or Brooklyn real estate stats: https://www.urbandigs.com/marketwide-charts/ For more Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate conversations: http://www.talkingmanhattan.com/ Got questions? We got answers! Visit our forum: https://www.urbandigs.com/forum/index.php?forums/main-forum.2/
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    27 分
  • New Devs, Faux-Ops & Luxury Sales with Alexander Boriskin

    New Devs, Faux-Ops & Luxury Sales with Alexander Boriskin
    2025/03/11
    Today, Noah and John sit down with Alexander Boriskin, co-founder of the Michael Lorber Team at Douglas Elliman, one of NYC's top-producing real estate agents with over $2 billion (with a B!) in sales. Alexander dives into the state of the NYC market, covering everything from new developments absorbing inventory, the impact of concessions, and neighborhood trends—especially the rising popularity of the Upper East Side. He also shares insights on buyer demand, the rise of “faux-ops”, and how co-ops are (somehow, someway) becoming more flexible. He also gives invaluable advice for agents looking to succeed in the business, emphasizing grit, mentorship, and non-stop hustle. Top notch! Highlights: 00:40 – State of the Market 01:15 – New Development Absorption 02:05 – Are Concessions Still a Factor? 02:33 – Neighborhood Trends 03:10 – The Rise of “Faux-Ops” 03:50 – Pre-Construction Sales 04:50 – Buyer Sentiment 05:15 – What’s Selling? 06:10 – Who Are the Buyers? 07:42 – How Many Deals Are Cash? 08:40 – Dealing with Overpriced Sellersask. 10:11 – Where Are the Deals? 12:25 – Co-ops Are Changing?? 13:55 – Advice for New Agents Alexander's Page at Douglas Elliman https://www.elliman.com/newyorkcity/associate/527-a-551-alexb/alexander-boriskin The Michael Lorber Team Page: https://themichaellorberteam.elliman.com/ Connect with Alexander on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-boriskin-1bb80543 --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and NYC real estate markets! ** Need a price cut? Want to wow a seller? Use UrbanDigs Advisor! ** Our customized pricing analysis service closes deals faster and makes you look like a hero. Plus, subscribers get a big discount, so the ROI is literally OFF. THE. CHART. Email support@urbandigs.com and let us know what you need! https://www.urbandigs.com/advisor/ Track the New York City real estate market with real-time data and charts: https://www.urbandigs.com/ Link to our overview of Manhattan or Brooklyn real estate stats: https://www.urbandigs.com/marketwide-charts/ For more Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate conversations: http://www.talkingmanhattan.com/ Got questions? We got answers! Visit our forum: https://www.urbandigs.com/forum/index.php?forums/main-forum.2/
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    20 分
  • Maria Daou on NYC Real Estate’s "Double Market"

    Maria Daou on NYC Real Estate’s "Double Market"
    2025/02/12
    Today, Noah and John sit down with top Manhattan real estate agent Maria Daou of Coldwell Banker Warburg to break down the complexities of today's market. Maria shares her insights on why NYC is experiencing a "double market"—where some properties spark bidding wars while others sit stagnant. She dives into the challenges of co-ops versus condos, pricing strategies, and the psychology behind seller expectations. Maria also talks about the power of referrals, the importance of experience in real estate, and how she built a 100% referral-based business without marketing or social media. If you're an agent looking for keys to success or a buyer/seller navigating this tricky market, this episode is packed with golden advice. As always, great stuff from one of the best! Highlights: 00:45 – NYC’s Double Market 02:10 – Seller Psychology & Denial 03:50 – Pricing is Key 05:10 – Are Co-ops Dead? 10:30 – Bidding Wars in a "Soft" Market 12:40 – Managing Buyer & Seller Expectations 15:55 – The Power of Referrals 18:20 – Why Experience Matters 21:00 – Advice for New Agents= 26:30 – Reverse the Cap: Think Like a Buyer 29:40 – Final Thoughts & Takeaways Maria's Page at CBWarburg: https://cbwarburg.com/agent/maria-e.-daou/ Connect with Maria on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-daou-78b4911b/ --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and NYC real estate markets! ** Need a price cut? Want to wow a seller? Use UrbanDigs Advisor! ** Our customized pricing analysis service closes deals faster and makes you look like a hero. Plus, subscribers get a big discount, so the ROI is literally OFF. THE. CHART. Email support@urbandigs.com and let us know what you need! https://www.urbandigs.com/advisor/ Track the New York City real estate market with real-time data and charts: https://www.urbandigs.com/ Link to our overview of Manhattan or Brooklyn real estate stats: https://www.urbandigs.com/marketwide-charts/ For more Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate conversations: http://www.talkingmanhattan.com/ Got questions? We got answers! Visit our forum: https://www.urbandigs.com/forum/index.php?forums/main-forum.2/
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    30 分
  • Northern Manhattan Today and Tomorrow with Julia Boland

    Northern Manhattan Today and Tomorrow with Julia Boland
    2025/02/11
    Today, Noah and John sit down with Julia Boland, a seasoned real estate pro with over 24 years of experience, to dive deep into the Manhattan market. Julia breaks down the current real estate landscape, from the luxury sector’s resilience to the challenges facing buyers under $3M due to mortgage rates and inventory shortages. She shares insights on Northern Manhattan, the impact of the 421A tax abatement expiration, and the future of development in Harlem. Plus, she explains how luxury buyers are setting trends for the broader market and why townhouse opportunities are heating up. Wrapping up, Julia offers golden advice for agents—specialize, be patient, and put in the work. Top-tier advice from a top-tier pro! Highlights: 00:41 – State of the Market 02:00 – Northern Manhattan Breakdown 02:45 – Claremont Hall’s Success 03:30 – Challenges for Other Properties 04:20 – Future of Development in Harlem 06:31 – Inventory Shortages 08:48 – Luxury vs. Non-Luxury Buyers 10:17 – Luxury Market Tightening 11:44 – Townhouse Market Heating Up? 12:29 – The “City of Yes” & Development Potential 13:26 – Advice for Agents 16:00 – How Buyers Have Changed Their Research Process 18:45 – Building a Personal Brand The Boland Team Page: https://thebolandteamnyc.com/ Julia's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBolandTeamNYCRealEstateAgents Connect with Julia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebolandteam/ Julia's page at Corcoran https://www.corcoran.com/real-estate-agents/detail/julia-boland/13909/regionId/1 Follow Julia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebolandteamnyc/ --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and NYC real estate markets! ** Need a price cut? Want to wow a seller? Use UrbanDigs Advisor! ** Our customized pricing analysis service closes deals faster and makes you look like a hero. Plus, subscribers get a big discount, so the ROI is literally OFF. THE. CHART. Email support@urbandigs.com and let us know what you need! https://www.urbandigs.com/advisor/ Track the New York City real estate market with real-time data and charts: https://www.urbandigs.com/ Link to our overview of Manhattan or Brooklyn real estate stats: https://www.urbandigs.com/marketwide-charts/ For more Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate conversations: http://www.talkingmanhattan.com/ Got questions? We got answers! Visit our forum: https://www.urbandigs.com/forum/index.php?forums/main-forum.2/
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    19 分
  • The City of YES & Its Impact on NYC with Jason Haber

    The City of YES & Its Impact on NYC with Jason Haber
    2025/02/01
    Today, Noah and John host a live conversation with Jason Haber, broker at Compass and founder of the American Real Estate Association, to dive deep into the City of Yes zoning changes in NYC. Jason explains how these new regulations—some of the most significant in decades—are reshaping development, air rights, and affordability in the city. He breaks down what agents need to know, how these changes impact listings, and the broader effects on supply and demand. Plus, Jason shares insights on the future of the agent industry, rental market challenges, and policy shifts that could reshape the way NYC operates. Big moves, big changes—don’t miss this one! Highlights: 00:40 – What is the City of Yes? 02:20 – The End of Sliver Law & Setback Changes 06:00 – NYC’s 1.4% Vacancy Crisis 08:10 – Will Developers Still Face Regulatory Pushback? 10:00 – Key Takeaways for Residential Agents 11:45 – NYRAC Merges with AREA 13:40 – The Fair Act & How It Changes NYC Real Estate 17:50 – The Oversaturation of Agents 21:15 – 50,000 Warehoused Rent-Stabilized Units 25:10 – Can 130,000 New Units Fix NYC’s Housing Crisis? 27:00 – Is NYC Becoming Too Dense? 30:15 – How Quickly Will We See New Housing? 32:20 – Where to Learn More About City of Yes 38:00 – Retail to Residential Conversions 42:00 – Historic Districts & Landmark Blocks 46:30 – Will NYC “Crack” Without More Housing? 50:00 – Congestion Pricing: Good or Bad? 53:00 – 2025 Market Outlook 54:30 – Making NYC Subways & Streets Safer Jason's Groundhog Day Taxi Ad!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2olwVrXLNs American Real Estate Association Page: https://www.americanrea.org/ Jason's Page and His Page at Compass: https://jasonhaber.com/real-estate/ https://www.compass.com/agents/jason-haber/ Follow Jason on X and Instagram: https://x.com/jasonhaber https://www.instagram.com/jasonhaber Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonshaber/ --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and NYC real estate markets! ** Need a price cut? Want to wow a seller? Use UrbanDigs Advisor! ** Our customized pricing analysis service closes deals faster and makes you look like a hero. Plus, subscribers get a big discount, so the ROI is literally OFF. THE. CHART. Email support@urbandigs.com and let us know what you need! https://www.urbandigs.com/advisor/ Track the New York City real estate market with real-time data and charts: https://www.urbandigs.com/ Link to our overview of Manhattan or Brooklyn real estate stats: https://www.urbandigs.com/marketwide-charts/ For more Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate conversations: http://www.talkingmanhattan.com/ Got questions? We got answers! Visit our forum: https://www.urbandigs.com/forum/index.php?forums/main-forum.2/
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    56 分
  • Hot Markets, Tough Deals, and Strategic Selling with Jill Preschel

    Hot Markets, Tough Deals, and Strategic Selling with Jill Preschel
    2025/01/23
    Today, Noah and John sit down with Jill Preschel from Serhant, a powerhouse in the NYC real estate market with over $2.5 billion (with a B!) in transactions under her belt. Jill dives deep into the nuances of the luxury market in Manhattan and Brooklyn, sharing insights on shifting buyer preferences, the challenges of pricing new developments, and the impact of economic factors like interest rates and inventory levels. She highlights how prime neighborhoods are thriving while others require creative selling strategies. As always, Jill dishes out valuable advice for aspiring real estate pros and reflects on her journey from haute couture to high-stakes real estate. Great stuff from one of the greats! Highlights: 00:56 – State of the Market 02:10 – New Dev Insights 03:30 – Today vs Yesterday 04:45 – Competitive Buying in Hot Markets 06:08 – Challenges for Sellers 07:18 – Price Gaps Between Prime and Non-Prime Areas 08:06 – Buyer Opportunities Today 10:05 – Evolution of the Uber Luxury Market 12:28 – Future of New Dev 14:10 – Key Market Factors to Watch 17:00 – Advice for New Agents 18:25 – Jill’s Career Journey 20:03 – The Power of Market Data Jill's Page at SERHANT. https://serhant.com/agents/jill-preschel Connect with Jill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-p-881a768 Follow Jill on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillpreschel --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and NYC real estate markets! ** Need a price cut? Want to wow a seller? Use UrbanDigs Advisor! ** Our customized pricing analysis service closes deals faster and makes you look like a hero. Plus, subscribers get a big discount, so the ROI is literally OFF. THE. CHART. Email support@urbandigs.com and let us know what you need! https://www.urbandigs.com/advisor/ Track the New York City real estate market with real-time data and charts: https://www.urbandigs.com/ Link to our overview of Manhattan or Brooklyn real estate stats: https://www.urbandigs.com/marketwide-charts/ For more Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate conversations: http://www.talkingmanhattan.com/ Got questions? We got answers! Visit our forum: https://www.urbandigs.com/forum/index.php?forums/main-forum.2/
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    21 分
  • From Due Diligence to Deal Breakers: A Live Chat with Daniel Gershburg

    From Due Diligence to Deal Breakers: A Live Chat with Daniel Gershburg
    2024/12/12
    In this edition of Talking Manhattan LIVE!, Noah and John sat down with Daniel Gershburg, a seasoned attorney with over 18 years of experience in real estate, to dissect the state of the New York City real estate market and answer audience questions. Daniel shared his insights on current market trends, the challenges facing buyers and sellers, and the role of due diligence in expediting deals. He discussed the ebb and flow of transactions, the importance of pricing in today's market, and how technology could streamline processes. He also touched on foreign investments and the impact of new regulations like beneficial ownership disclosures and provided actionable advice for brokers and agents to differentiate themselves in a competitive environment. Daniel’s practical wisdom made this a must-listen for anyone navigating NYC’s complex real estate landscape. Great stuff from one of the best in the business! Highlights: 00:41 – Market Trends 03:05 – Buyer Confidence Rising 04:00 – Due Diligence Challenges: Can AI Help? 08:00 – Foreign Investment Outlook 09:30 – Generational Wealth in Play 13:00 – Signs of Losing a Deal: 16:00 – Broker Efficiency Tips 21:00 – Local Laws and Litigation 26:00 – Challenges with New Developments 35:00 – Value in Brooklyn Townhouses 41:00 – "Off-Market" Listings on the Rise Daniel's Page at KGMD Law https://kgm.law/about-us/daniel-gershburg/ Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielgershburgesqpc/ --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and NYC real estate markets! ** Need a price cut? Want to wow a seller? Use UrbanDigs Advisor! ** Our customized pricing analysis service closes deals faster and makes you look like a hero. Plus, subscribers get a big discount, so the ROI is literally OFF. THE. CHART. Email support@urbandigs.com and let us know what you need! https://www.urbandigs.com/advisor/ Track the New York City real estate market with real-time data and charts: https://www.urbandigs.com/ Link to our overview of Manhattan or Brooklyn real estate stats: https://www.urbandigs.com/marketwide-charts/ For more Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate conversations: http://www.talkingmanhattan.com/ Got questions? We got answers! Visit our forum: https://www.urbandigs.com/forum/index.php?forums/main-forum.2/
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    43 分