Boro4Boro

On this episode of Boro4Boro, Matt Wynter and Isaiah Ajala welcome Nikki Merkerson, founder of PairGap, to explore the evolution of the home buying process in New York City and across the nation. Nikki explains how PairGap builds the infrastructure for collaborative home ownership, helping friends, family, and partners buy property together with tools for vetting, protection, and ongoing asset man...

Recorded live at The Real Deal Forum on the MoRE Network Stage, this special episode of Boro4Boro features hosts Matthew Wynter and Traci Byers in conversation with Jordan Crouse Morris, COO of Construction at Charney Companies. Together, they explore what it takes to oversee large-scale construction projects across New York City, from managing complex logistics and navigating evolving regulations...

Most people think buying a multifamily in NYC is a wealth-building move. It is, but it also makes you a landlord the moment you close. And most people aren't ready for what that actually means. In this episode, we sit down with Scadi Etienne - real estate investor, broker, and contractor with 18 years in the game, 20 properties and 54 doors across Brooklyn and Baltimore. He bought a Bed-Stuy three...

Most investors think the win is getting to the closing table. It's not. And by the time they figure that out, the damage is already done. In this episode we sit down with real estate investor, Welby Accely, who over overcame 3 financial wipeouts during his 20+ years in real estate before building an eight-figure real estate portfolio. His journey has taught him exactly where investors go wrong, an...

Recorded live at Inman Connect in the MORE Network Studio on February 3rd and 4th, this special episode of Boro4Boro brings together industry experts for a dynamic conversation on the power of professional partnerships in real estate. Our hosts sit down with Brian Scott Cohen of Guaranteed Rate and Pierre Debbas of Romer Debbas PLLC to explore why building a trusted network — from lenders to attor...

Most investors focus on cash flow. Jude Bernard focuses on the full picture — equity walk-in, forced appreciation, debt reduction and tax strategies that compound over decades. In our Season 3 premiere, we sit down with Jude to learn what 27 years of NYC real estate investing has taught him about finding deals, building wealth and playing the long game. Jude is a licensed broker, general contracto...

In this episode of Boro4Boro , Brown Harris Stevens agents Matthew Wynter, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera welcome Ariel Viera—better known as Urbanist Ariel—for an in-depth conversation on New York City zoning. Together, they break down the current zoning landscape, explore upcoming policy changes, and discuss how these shifts could reshape the city in the near future. Filmed at Br...

On this very special episode of Boro4Boro, filmed at the New York Real Estate Expo, host Matthew Wynter sits down with Matt Emmi, owner and principal of lighting technology firm, OneButton to discuss all things lighting and design in New York City real estate. All episodes filmed and recorded as part of Brown Harris Stevens' Mastery of Real Estate (MoRE) Network. Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple....

In this episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens agents Matthew Wynter, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera welcome Brown Harris Stevens' powerhouse broker, Louise Phillips Forbes, as they discuss the luxury NYC market, and so much more. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boro...

In this episode of  Boro4Boro , Brown Harris Stevens agents Matthew Wynter, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera recap the latest interior design and release estate trends with designers, John Douglas Eason and Katie Lydon, at the Boro4Boro Live Event at Carl Hansen & Søn's Flagship Midtown East showroom. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MO...

On this special episode of Boro4Boro, host Matthew Wynter is joined by top Brown Harris Stevens brokers Matt Melinger and Jordan Silver for a deep dive into the strategies behind their impressive social media followings. They share how leveraging digital platforms has helped them build their personal brands, expand their networks, and drive real estate success in a competitive market. Filmed at th...

In this episode of Boro4Boro , Brown Harris Stevens agents Matthew Wynter, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera dive into the latest trends and updates in residential sales versus rentals across their individual markets. Tune in for expert insights and on-the-ground perspectives from these seasoned professionals. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Es...

In this episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agents, Matthew Wynter, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera, welcome New York City District 12 Council Member, Kevin C. Riley to discuss the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity Initiative, which includes housing and economic opportunities plus a push for carbon neutrality. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery...

In the season two premiere episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agents, Matthew Wynter, Isaiah Ajala, Scottie Cabrera, and Traci Byers, welcome guest, Muhayla Dobbs of Pro National Title Agency to discuss the importance of title insurance and how it can protect the home buyer against potential issues with the property's title.  Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery...

As we come to the close of the Boro4Boro first season, and 2024 overall, join the team as they recap all the insights and revelations they've shared this year, as well as their forecasts for the New York City real estate market moving forward. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boro4boro/i...

In this week's episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agents, Matthew Wynter, Isaiah Ajala, and Traci Byers, discuss new development projects and how they relate to the gentrification of neighborhoods within Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens. This episode is sponsored by Shovlin Mattress Factory and The Everset. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE...

In this episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Queens Agent, Matthew Wynter, and co-hosts, Isaiah Ajala from Brooklyn, Traci Byers from Manhattan, and Scottie Cabrera from the Bronx discuss whether we are in a buyers or sellers' market by borough and who has the upper hand, and more. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Watch: https://...

In this episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agent, Matthew Wynter, and co-hosts, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera discuss mortgage loans and the NYC real estate market with Ben Lavender, Senior Mortgage Loan Originator at Madison Mortgage.  Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?li...

In this episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agent, Matthew Wynter, and co-hosts, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera, discuss NYC home inspections with guest, Jacqueline Gathers, owner of  Pillars to Post Home Inspection. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3OS9Mt6wg...

In this episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agent, Matthew Wynter, and co-hosts, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera, discuss the current state of New York City rental market from inventory updates to new development. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3OS9Mt6wgx7LX...

In this episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agent, Matthew Wynter, and co-hosts, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera, talk about investing in real estate across New York City's boroughs and more. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3OS9Mt6wgx7LXktNIhEbW-iL Subscribe:...

In this episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agent, Matthew Wynter, and co-hosts, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera, highlight the best attractions across New York City's boroughs, diving deeper into the area's eateries, bars, and more. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7...

In the first episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agent, Matthew Wynter, and co-hosts, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera, highlight the best neighborhoods across New York City's boroughs, diving deeper into the area's new developments, hidden gems, and so much more. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Watch: https://www...