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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ The Core Truth on being happier and more productive ​​​​​​​Peter Hannis Hernandez Register: Thursday 4pm EST ​​​​​​​  Peter Hannis Hernandez, President Western Region @DouglasElliman Peter Hernandez lives his personal and professional passion for helping people become the most successful versions of themselves that they can be. Originally the founder and co-president of Teles Properties until […]

Boroughs & Burbs The “Silk Stocking Neighborhood” The Upper East Side, the Most Affluent Neighborhood in New York City.  We ask 2 experts on the UES. At Douglas Elliman, our agents are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences. From sales and rentals to retail and commercial, our expert agents will skillfully guide you through your real estate […]

Boroughs & Burbs  European Secrets? Unlisted Luxury Properties? Why it works & How to be an Insider Episode # 76 Oyvind represents new developments on the Norwegian island of Lofoten. The European system is different from the US. There is no “Zestimate” on vineyards or castles. How do you get a deal in Europe?  And where? […]

Boroughs & Burbs The Science of Selling Attractiveness, Loyalty & Persuasion Episode # 75 Attractiveness is how we win new business. Get it right and strangers will choose us over others. Loyalty is necessary to keep business.  Get it right and grow your current relationships. ​​​​​​​ Persuasiveness is the skill we need to conquer client indecision, […]

Boroughs & Burbs Designers + Fabric how we use it to transform a home Episode # 77 Featuring: Hosted by: ​​​​​​​ZOOM Meeting ID: http://zoom.us/j/92135931351 Missed it? Binge watch the whole season on Youtube. Subscribe to get new episodes: http://bit.ly/399yevL ​​​​​​​”Boroughs & Burbs” is a weekly show hosted by John Engel of Douglas Elliman and Roberto Cabrera of Brown Harris Stevens. The show takes place on Zoom […]

    First Day – Booking Now Broker Open House Thursday 10-12pm Public Open House Saturday/Sunday 2-4pm 42 Myanos Road, New Canaan $1,950,000 4 Beds, 4.1 Baths,1 Sqft,Built in 1954See Full Listing Back on Market – 1st Weekend Broker Open House Thursday 11-1pm Public Open House Saturday/Sunday 2-4pm 2 Weed Street $988,000 3 Beds, 2.1 […]

Boroughs & Burbs  Talking New York 40,000 listeners rely on Vince Rocco’s show for real estate news and insight. Now, gloves off, we interview him. Episode # 78 Featuring: Vince Rocco Real Estate Professional with 30 years experience and Worldwide participation in the industry. Longtime member of the Christies International Real Estate network and agent with BHS. […]

Boroughs & Burbs  a conversation with Dr. Docters on his great new book Ethics & Hidden Greed Episode # 79 Dr. Rob Docters has worked for 40 years with Abbey LLP, the Boston Consulting Group, McKinsey, Ernst & Young, LexisNexis and Reed Exhibitions. He is also a Yale business school professor on pricing and ethics. He was our […]

Boroughs & Burbs Who’s Hot, Who’s Not on the New New York Skyline Stephen Kliegerman and Laura Tomana Featuring: ​ New York City has added luxury supertalls (Billionaire’s Row), eccentric glass towers (Bjarke Ingels’ Spiral) and an entirely new neighborhood of skyscrapers above a railcar storage yard (Hudson Yards). We want to talk about the New New […]

Boroughs & Burbs The American Riviera: Santa Barbara and Montecito, California ​​​​​​​best known for broad, sandy beaches Adam McKaig and Mary Perry Episode # 82 Featuring: home values index for Montecito, Summerland, Santa Barbara & Ojai ​​​​​​​ Today, the “American Riviera” remains a favorite of the rich and famous. Tim Allen, Marc Anthony, Ed Asner, Jeff Bridges, Kevin […]

Boroughs & Burbs Hilton Head & the Lowcountry of ​​​​​​​South Carolina its not just for golf and retirees Les Jones and Charles Sampson Episode # 81 Featuring: ​ This week we’re heading to Hilton Head Island , the famous Sea Pines Resort and the surrounding coastal communities of Bluffton, Palmetto Bluff and Beaufort, South Carolina. Sea […]

Boroughs & Burbs ​​​​​​​Banking Crisis still waiting for all this to blow over? a show on the future of lending Episode # 83  Thurs April 6 @ 4pm Featuring: on Evolution: There used to be 18,000 commercial banks in the US before the 80’s crash. Now there are a bit more than 4,000. People and businesses […]

Boroughs & Burbs Episode # 85  Thurs May 4 @ 3pm EST Camilo Lopez, CEO ​​​​​​​Infinite Creator click to see the property video #85 “Infinite Creator” We talk with Camilo Lopez, founder of Infinite Creator (also known as Elliman Productions) about professional real estate content creation that’s fast, easy & affordable. DELIVERED WITHIN 24 HOURS. To test it I created this […]

Boroughs & Burbs Episode # 84  Thurs April 27 @ 3pm EST ​​​​​​​”The Full Fee Agent” the most important book of the year for Realtors this is the sequel to “Never Split the Difference” zoom with the author this week: Boroughs & Burbs Featuring: Steve Shull author and real estate coach with ​​​​​​​Performance Coaching If you […]

Boroughs & Burbs Episode # 86  Thurs May 11 @ 3pm EST   #86 “The Marble Show” Ever spend $20,000 on a countertop? That’s chump change these days. We talk to Peter Prvulovic of Vermont Quarries and Joe Marotta of Everest Marble. The stone budget on some luxury homes exceeds $1 million. Is that too much? Is that enough? How much do we […]

Diamonds in the Rough 4 houses: Darien, Stamford and New Canaan that need renovation. If you’ve been waiting and not finding a perfect dream house at the right price, maybe its time to consider a renovation.  These houses can be customized to your liking and ready to move in this Fall. Ask us about construction […]

#87 Brentwood: Embracing Midcentury Modern Marvels in Los Angeles   Alfred Wilkes 1957 midcentury modern  Scott & Tash reimagine and reinvent Rudolph Schindler’s Manola Court Apts. Watch Live on YouTube Join us on a tour of the Brentwood section of Los Angeles, known for its midcentury modern style, an abundance of iconic midcentury modern homes by renowned architects such […]

#88 The Aspen Show   Forbes says the median home in Aspen costs $14.55 million. This week we explore Aspen with the 3 men who know it best.  Who better than the current third term Mayor of Aspen, Mayor Torre, to explain the city’s views on tourism, affordable housing and short term rentals? To understand the long-term evolution […]

In the world of real estate, the term “top broker” is often thrown around, but what truly sets a top broker apart? Is it their experience, negotiating skills, respect from peers, access to inventory, knowledge of the local market, or creativity in marketing? While all these factors are important, the true mark of a top […]

In episode 82 of “Boroughs and Burbs,” we had a lively discussion about the Santa Barbara lifestyle, a city that offers a unique lifestyle, breathtaking attractions, and a thriving real estate market. As we delved into the reasons why people choose to live in Santa Barbara, we explored the workforce, the celebrity culture, and the […]