The Zestimate on Zillow is one of the most brilliant marketing tools I have ever come across in real estate. It is casually referred to by everyone, whether they’re a homeowner or a buyer, as if it’s a truly educated opinion of value from a top agent or a licensed appraiser, rather than what it is: an algorithm. Continue reading Ep #24: The Truth About Zillow’s Zestimate
Barry Graziano manages the Armonk branch of Houlihan Lawrence and he agrees that sellers should be listing their homes right now. He joins me to talk more about the current seller’s market, how long he thinks we’ll stay in it, and his advice to buyers right now. Continue reading Ep #23: There is No Better Time to Sell Your Home
The modern business world demands that people from all corners of the earth communicate, and every market both nationally and internationally is unique. So having a real estate development department within my company that understands these nuances has been a huge asset throughout my 20-year career. Continue reading Ep #22: Finding a Great Real Estate Agent Anywhere in the World
Manhattan proved especially resilient in the luxury new development market, with sales topping all expectations. So this week, I’m welcoming Carolyn Joy and Ian McGowan from Brown Harris Stevens to the podcast to share their input on the New York City Market. Carolyn and Ian are both innovative and results-oriented professionals, and their personal approach is a rare find in the world of New York City real estate. Continue reading Ep #21: The Booming Manhattan Market
In 2020, all we heard about was the end of New York City as we know it. But this certainly wasn’t the case for Brooklyn. The 2021 real estate market took New York by surprise, and while Brooklyn was quiet during the first wave of the pandemic, its vibrancy has now returned, and the market is thriving. Brooklyn’s future remains bright, and the number of signed contracts in the last six months of 2021 was a record high. Continue reading Ep #20: The Bright Future of Brooklyn