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  • Tough Clients, Big Deals, and NYC Energy with Holly Parker

    Tough Clients, Big Deals, and NYC Energy with Holly Parker
    2025/06/24
    Today, Noah and John sit down with real estate titan Holly Parker, founder of the Holly Parker Team at Compass, who has done over $13 billion (yes, with a B!) in sales. Holly shares her pulse on the New York City real estate market—from the revival of co-ops to the emotional journey sellers face in tough negotiations. She shares insights on setting pricing expectations, the impact of scent in staging, and how cold plunges help her manage the stress of high-stakes real estate. It's a revealing look into how one of the industry's top performers maintains her edge while staying grounded. Top stuff from the tip top! Highlights: 00:50 – NYC is a high-energy magnet drawing in domestic buyers despite challenges 02:40 – What’s Selling 04:30 – Market Balance 05:30 – Record-Breaking Sales 06:15 – Prepping Dated Co-ops 08:30 – The Price Cut Challenge 10:00 – Managing Difficult Clients and Protecting Your Energy 12:30 – The Power of the Phone Call 13:20 – Marketing Starts with Energy 14:30 – Scent Strategy 16:50 – Handling Stress 20:10 – Why Compassion is Essential 22:30 – Knowing When to Let Go Holly's Sites: https://hollyparkerteam.com/ https://hollyparker.com/ Connect with Holly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollyparker-nyc/ Follow Holly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyparker_nyc/ --- 📊 Want to price right, win more listings, and close faster? Top NYC agents trust UrbanDigs Advisor to make confident pricing decisions—powered by real comps, appraiser insights, and real-time data (not lagging averages). Already used to price over $540M in NYC listings, with some price cuts exceeding $1M. 🧠 Take the guesswork out of pricing. ➡️ Check it out + get a sample report: urbandigs.co 📈 Try the UrbanDigs Platform – FREE Access live market data, charts, and insights to stay ahead in the NYC real estate game. 🗽 Dive into Manhattan & Brooklyn stats anytime: ➡️ urbandigs.com 🔴 Tune in to Macro Monday – LIVE Every Monday at 11AM! Get weekly updates on credit, equity, and NYC real estate trends—straight from the experts. 🎥 Subscribe & join us live: @UrbanDigsNYC 🎙️ Want more Manhattan & Brooklyn real estate insights? Catch past episodes of Talking Manhattan at: ➡️ talkingmanhattan.com
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    24 分
  • Quiet Confidence & Big Closings with Nick Gavin

    Quiet Confidence & Big Closings with Nick Gavin
    2025/06/03
    Today, Noah and John sit down with Nick Gavin of Compass, a real estate powerhouse with nearly two decades in the business. Nick shares his journey from launching during the Great Recession to now representing some of the most exclusive and high-ticket listings in NYC. The conversation dives deep into market dynamics, from pricing strategies at the ultra-luxury level to why renovations are a big deterrent for buyers today. Nick also opens up about building his business through long-term, genuine relationships—eschewing mass marketing in favor of trust, personal connections, and discretion. This episode offers a rare peek into how one of New York’s top agents wins consistently at the highest level. Top notch! Highlights: 01:50 – Buyer Reluctance Toward Renovations 02:50 – Shifting Norms with Rates 03:30 – Importance of Hitting Pricing Right Away 04:20 – Ultra-Luxury Strategy 06:00 – Pricing vs. Convenience at the High End 07:00 – Lack of Foreign Investor Presence 08:15 – NYC Market Still Strong Despite Missing Segments 09:40 – Organic Shift from Renting to Buying 10:15 – Winning Listings Through Real Relationships 11:45 – Personal Over Promotional 14:30 – Small, Elite Team Structure 17:30 – Advice to New Agents 20:10 – Hyperlocal Market Knowledge as Differentiator 24:30 – NYC Lifestyle Still Unmatched 25:10 – Contrarian Confidence Nick's Team Sites: https://www.compass.com/agents/nick-gavin/ https://www.compass.com/agents/nick-gavin-properties/ Connect with Nick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-gavin-9bb97746/ Follow Nick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickgavinnyc --- ** FREE ** Macro Monday - LIVE every Monday at 11am on YouTube! We break down what's happening in the credit, equity, and 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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    26 分
  • 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