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Check out our current listings here: https://www.ripcony.com/property-listings/?broker=Brian%20Whelan%2C%20Mitchel%20Flaherty Jared Epstein started as a club promoter working the velvet ropes of Meatpacking and ended up transforming the entire neighborhood.  Now the President of Aurora Capital Associates, Jared has shaped some of the city's most iconic blocks, bringing in high-end retail, res...

Check out our current listings here: https://www.ripcony.com/property-listings/?broker=Brian%20Whelan%2C%20Mitchel%20Flaherty In this episode of Broker Brunch, we sit down with Shaun Riney, Partner & Managing Director at Marcus & Millichap and one of the top-performing brokers in NYC.  With over $4 billion in closed deals, Shaun breaks down exactly how he built a real estate empire from sc...

Check out our current listings here: https://www.ripcony.com/property-listings/? broker=Brian%20Whelan%2C%20Mitchel%20Flaherty NYC’s real estate market is in a standstill and brokers are feeling the pressure. We're kicking off Season 3 with a raw, behind-the-scenes breakdown of what’s actually happening in the market right now.  From frozen multifamily sales to rising rates and regulatory hea...

Start your property search with RIPCO: https://www.ripcony.com/property-listings/?broker=Brian%20Whelan%2C%20Mitchel%20Flaherty What does the future of urban real estate look like in one of the world’s most complex cities? In this episode of The Broker Brunch Podcast , we sit down with Adam Gordon, Managing Partner at Wildflower Ltd., to unpack the trends shaping New York City's real estate m...

Start your property search with RIPCO: https://www.ripcony.com/property-listings/?broker=Brian%20Whelan%2C%20Mitchel%20Flaherty What does it take to become a master negotiator in real estate—and how do you bounce back when the deals don’t go your way? Larry Haber, Managing Partner at AGMB and Founder of Leasing REality, joins us to share a career’s worth of negotiation wisdom, career pivots, and r...

Get the step-by-step guide to valuing NYC properties like a pro:  https://the-broker-brunch-1.kit.com/0d56dfd4be How do the most disciplined real estate investors navigate market uncertainty and build long-term wealth? Elliot Horowitz, Founder and Managing Member of H Equities, joins us to share his no-nonsense approach to real estate investing, risk management, and deal-making. With over $700 mil...

Get the step-by-step guide to valuing NYC properties like a pro:  https://the-broker-brunch-1.kit.com/0d56dfd4be This Broker Sold Over $1.4 Billion in NYC Real Estate  How do top brokers close billion-dollar deals in one of the world’s most competitive real estate markets? Marco Lala, Co-Managing Director of Investment Sales at RM Friedland, joins us today on the Broker Brunch podcast to break dow...

Get the step-by-step guide to valuing NYC properties like a pro:  https://the-broker-brunch-1.kit.com/0d56dfd4be What’s really stopping NYC from solving its affordable housing crisis—and what can be done about it? In this episode of The Broker Brunch, we sit down with David Schwartz, co-founder of Slate Property Group, one of the most forward-thinking real estate firms tackling the city’s housing...

How to Turn Boring Businesses Into Million-Dollar Cash Machines? What does it take to spot overlooked opportunities and turn them into thriving, high-cash-flow assets? In this episode of the Broker Brunch podcast, we sit down with David Shorenstein, Principal at Hildreth Real Estate Advisors and a seasoned investor with a knack for transforming “boring” businesses into lucrative ventures. With a p...

What does it take to tackle NYC’s affordable housing crisis—and why does the system feel so broken?   In this episode of the Broker Brunch podcast, we sit down with Peter Fine, one of New York City's most influential real estate developers and Chief Executive Officer at Atlantic Development Group.  With a portfolio of over 7,000 apartments and decades of experience in affordable housing, Pete...

How do you build a successful construction business in New York City? Patrick McGowan, founder of McGowan Builders, joins us today on the Broker Brunch podcast to share his journey of growing a construction empire in one of the toughest markets in the world. With over 20 years of experience and a portfolio that includes iconic projects like the Dream Hotel and the Citibank Miami Center, Patrick ha...

Is Office Real Estate Still Worth Investing In?  Christopher Okada, prolific deal maker, entrepreneur, and CEO of Okada & Company, a full-service commercial real estate brokerage and investment company in New York City, joins us on the Broker Brunch podcast to uncover the future of office spaces and share his strategies for thriving in a challenging market.  With over 121 office leases signed...

Gene Spiegelman, vice chairman at RIPCO Real Estate and co-founder of Sagamore Hill Partners, joins us on today's episode of the Broker Brunch podcast to share the secrets behind his 30-year success in one of the most competitive real estate markets in the world. We go deep into his journey from being a new broker with zero experience to becoming one of NYC’s top retail real estate experts. G...

Mitch Flaherty and Brian Whelan launch the “The Broker Brunch” - a series of conversations amongst real estate brokers and friends sharing their journey over a few mimosas. Along the way, they will be joined by guests at all different stages of their real estate endeavors. In the first episode they share their NYC story so far; including what it’s like coming from across the pond to try and break...

How do you spot winning real estate deals in a volatile market? Bob Knakal, founder of Massey Knakal Realty Services and current CEO of BK Real Estate Advisors, joins us today on the Broker Brunch podcast to reveal the strategies he uses to spot the next big real estate investment. With over 2,300 buildings sold and $22 billion in transaction volume, Bob Knakal has witnessed—and navigated through—...

Is the next real estate crisis looming? Will it be worse than 2008? In this episode of the Broker Brunch podcast, James Nelson, Principal, Head of Tri-State Investment Sales at Avison Young, joins Brian and Mitch to share expert insights into the potential risks and opportunities in today’s volatile real estate market. With interest rates rising and market sentiment shifting, the real estate lands...

Ever wonder how investors avoid paying a ton in taxes when selling real estate? The secret lies in mastering the 1031 exchange. For many investors, understanding real estate tax strategies can feel overwhelming. But today, you’ll learn exactly how to use 1031 exchanges to maximize your investment returns and avoid costly mistakes. Robert Sharfstein, the Managing Principal behind RPS Capital Manage...

What if the future of real estate investment isn’t in luxury condos or skyscrapers but in schools? In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Esposito, Founder & Principal at Apex Development Group LLC, to explore how charter schools are transforming the landscape of urban development in New York. Andrew has turned this niche into a thriving venture, building schools that not only serve communit...

New York's Real Estate market is the roughest it’s ever been. But, have you ever wondered how top real estate investors beat the toughest market conditions and still come out on top? In this episode, we dive deep into the world of real estate investment with Peter Hungerford, Founder & Managing Principal of PH Realty Capital, who’s managed to acquire over 3,000 units in one of the most ch...

In this episode of The Broker Brunch, we sit down with Howard Koh, an experienced litigator and self-proclaimed Guardian of Real Estate Rights. Howard shares his journey to becoming a lawyer and his dedication to solving complex real estate disputes. We delve into his expertise in landlord-tenant issues, lender-borrower conflicts, and construction disputes. Howard discusses the impact of economic...

 In this episode, finance broker Andrew Dansker discusses the complexities of today's lending environment and offers valuable insights into securing capital in a competitive market. Learn about the challenges facing real estate professionals, strategies for building a resilient business, and the importance of trust in client relationships. 

Welcome back to our channel! In this episode, we dive deep into the latest trends and updates in the real estate market. Join us as we discuss the implications of recent changes in housing policies and what it means for investors and homeowners alike.

We continue Season 2 by sitting down with Ari Ravi from RIPCO's Tampa Bay office in Florida. Ari is a top investment sales broker specializing in the sale of single and multi-tenant assets. Given his Florida roots, we were curious to hear how Ari views the NYC market and to discuss trends in capital migration up and down the North-East. In addition, Ari's unique experience in both sales...

Eli Weiss of Joy Construction joins us to discuss all things Development in NYC. Eli's background in government, capital markets and construction give him a well-rounded view on what it takes to develop large scale projects while navigating the many obstacles in his path. Born and bred in Brooklyn, Eli is a life-long New Yorker so has skin in the game in his pursuit for making the neighborhoo...

We had the pleasure of sitting down with the renowned Adam Leitman Bailey. As a top attorney and a best -selling author, Adam has worked on and represented some of the biggest clients in NYC and helped navigate some of the most complex legal situations on behalf of his clients. Similar to us brokers, Adam has a hunter mentality and works tirelessly to achieve results for his clients. We hope you e...