Talking Manhattan

By: Noah Rosenblatt & John Walkup of UrbanDigs
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  • Noah Rosenblatt and John Walkup from UrbanDigs talk real-time NYC real estate data and trends.
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  • The City of YES & Its Impact on NYC with Jason Haber

    The City of YES & Its Impact on NYC with Jason Haber
    Feb 1 2025
    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 mins
  • Hot Markets, Tough Deals, and Strategic Selling with Jill Preschel

    Hot Markets, Tough Deals, and Strategic Selling with Jill Preschel
    Jan 23 2025
    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 mins
  • From Due Diligence to Deal Breakers: A Live Chat with Daniel Gershburg

    From Due Diligence to Deal Breakers: A Live Chat with Daniel Gershburg
    Dec 12 2024
    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 mins

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