Talking Manhattan

Mar 27 2025 156 ep. 24 mins 14
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Noah Rosenblatt and John Walkup from UrbanDigs talk real-time NYC real estate data and trends.

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Spring Hustle and Strategy with Rick Kelly

Mar 27 2025 26 mins  
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 ma

New Devs, Faux-Ops & Luxury Sales with Alexander Boriskin

Mar 10 2025 19 mins  
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 r

Maria Daou on NYC Real Estate’s "Double Market"

Feb 11 2025 30 mins  
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 psych

Northern Manhattan Today and Tomorrow with Julia Boland

Feb 11 2025 19 mins  
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

The City of YES & Its Impact on NYC with Jason Haber

Jan 31 2025 56 mins  
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 kn

Hot Markets, Tough Deals, and Strategic Selling with Jill Preschel

Jan 23 2025 20 mins  
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 lik

From Due Diligence to Deal Breakers: A Live Chat with Daniel Gershburg

Dec 12 2024 42 mins  
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 exped

Jeremy Stein on The Art of Pricing and Selling

Dec 05 2024 25 mins  
In this episode, Noah and John from UrbanDigs sit down with Jeremy Stein, co-founder of the Stein Team at Sotheby’s, to discuss Manhattan real estate trends and professional insights. Jeremy highlights a growing confidence in the market post-election, particularly in the high-end sector, with off-market deals becoming a significant trend. He explains the dynamics of pricing strat

Keep Calm and Stay Local with Shaun Osher

Nov 14 2024 22 mins  
In this episode of Talking Manhattan, Noah and John sit down with Shaun Osher, powerhouse founder of CORE Real Estate (#1 Agent in NYC: The Thousand List: WSJ / Real Trends 2023), about the state of New York City’s housing market and the evolving landscape for brokers and developers. Shaun provides a positive outlook on NYC’s resilience compared to other markets, noting strengt

Steven Cohen: Lessons from $2.4 Billion in Manhattan Real Estate Sales

Oct 29 2024 24 mins  
In this episode of Talking Manhattan, Steven Cohen, a top broker at Douglas Elliman with $2.4 billion (yes, with a "B"!) in sales over 25 years, provides an in-depth look at the Manhattan real estate market. He highlights trends such as increased buyer interest despite low inventory and rising interest rates. Steven explains why strategic pricing and staging are crucial in today’