Hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera are joined by Jason Haber, Compass agent, author, and co-founder of the Clear Cooperation Coalition. This episode tackles the future of real estate commissions, lawsuits rocking the brokerage model, and why Jason believes cooperation and transparency are essential to rebuilding trust. As one of the leading voices advocating for reform, Jason outlines what's next for buyers, sellers, and agents in a post-litigation landscape. This is not just a hot take—it’s a battle plan.

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• Ep 66 – Big Brokerage in the Big Apple – Richard Ferrari and Richard Grossman discuss brokerage models and pressure on agent value

• Ep 142 – The Full Fee Agent in 2024 – Steve Shull outlines commission defense strategies and scripts rooted in value

• Ep 115 – We’ll Always Have Paris – While Paris-focused, this episode offers global context for luxury markets post-regulatory shifts

• Ep 98 – Long Island City After Amazon – Insight into how macro-forces and public narratives reshape real estate opportunity

• Ep 47 – Mexico Is Hot – Sergio Mercado explores demand in Mexico City and its transformative impact on regional real estate

• Ep 96 – Unlocking the Mysteries of Westport, CT – Though Westport is Connecticut-based, it reflects NYC’s suburban buyer mindset and commuter-driven demand

• Ep 135 – Live from San Antonio! – Covering growth in Texas markets, this episode highlights hotspot trends similar to international expansion

• Ep 66 – Big Brokerage in the Big Apple – With Richard Ferrari & Richard Grossman, covering brokerage economics and commissions in NYC—useful for cross‑market comparison

• Ep 76 – European Secrets? with Øyvind Olstad – A panoramic look at European markets including Norway, Portugal, Spain, and other global real estate hotspots

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Hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera are live on location in San Antonio, Texas, joined by top Douglas Elliman agents Gordon von Broock and David Lozano. The episode takes listeners on a deep dive into the city's booming luxury market: uncovering what’s fueling demand, how first-time institutional investors are entering the scene, and which emerging neighborhoods are redefining San Antonio’s growth trajectory. Expect data on pricing trends, buyer migration patterns, and strategic opportunities in one of America’s fastest-growing real estate hubs.YouTube+7YouTube+7Buzzsprout+7

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• Ep 67 – Everything’s Bigger in Texas with Catherine Lee & Jacob Sudhoff

• Ep 189 – Texas New Development

• Ep 64 – The San Diego and Scottsdale Markets — Featuring agents Greg Kuchan and Nicole Kobrinsky, this episode explores luxury and lifestyle dynamics in Scottsdale, Arizona and the San Diego region.

• Ep 182 – Sustainable Living in Phoenix — Thomas McPherson of Lukrom shares how sustainable building solutions are transforming the Phoenix real estate and development scene.

• Ep 134 – Affordable and Workforce Housing – Exploring how developers and agents approach mixed-income communities and workforce affordability in growing U.S. metros.

• Ep 47 – Mexico Is Hot – Sergio Mercado explains surging demand in Mexico City, a top international luxury investment gateway.

• Ep 96 – Unlocking the Mysteries of Westport, CT – Reflects on suburban shifts affecting NYC-area buyers and second-home markets.

• Ep 76 – European Secrets? with Øyvind Olstad – A wide-ranging look at European markets including Portugal, Norway, Spain, France—highlighting cross‑border trends.

• Ep 128 – Luxury Yacht Edition – Global luxury yacht market trends and their overlap with coastal residential real estate investment.

San Antonio real estate, Douglas Elliman, San Antonio luxury market, Texas real estate growth, institutional investors, neighborhood trends, market migration, workforce housing, Mexico City real estate, European real estate trends

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Hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera are joined by Peter Neill and Ron Lockhart of GSP Real Estate, along with James Nelson of Avison Young. The episode explores innovative strategies for addressing housing affordability through workforce housing projects. The panel dives into public-private partnerships, emerging financing models, and scalable development solutions—offering agents and investors actionable insights into how they can support both growth and accessibility in evolving markets.

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• Ep 67 – Everything’s Bigger in Texas – Catherine Lee and Jacob Sudhoff dig into Texas real estate growth, including affordability strategies

• Ep 135 – Live from San Antonio! – A Texas luxury boom case study showing market contrasts and opportunity zones

• Ep 96 – Unlocking the Mysteries of Westport, CT – Suburban housing demand and second-home markets provide context for affordability discussion

• Ep 128 – Luxury Yacht Edition – Examines high-end coastal living, helping frame affordability versus aspirational housing models

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In Season 4, Episode 133 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera explore Long Island’s luxury market from the North Shore to the Hamptons with four Douglas Elliman standouts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mk5Pe8scbcU

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• Ep 98 – Long Island City After Amazon 

• Ep 34 – Darien, New Canaan & Westport: What Makes These Towns Special

• Ep 104 – Waterfront Home Design with Ryan Salvatore and Mary Burr

• Ep 123 – Navigating the Changing Tides of Coastal Insurance

• Ep 89 – The Brooklyn Show with Jared LeFrenais and Lee Solomon

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In Season 4, Episode 132 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera welcome https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7XmW2375R4

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 Join us for Boroughs & Burbs #131, while we visit the Island of Saint Barthélemy (a.k.a. Saint Barths) known for its luxury lifestyle, its laissez-faire attitude and its calm waters. Roberto will find out first hand that the island of St Barths is not only blessed with a mild climate but also an always pleasant water temperature. He will be joined in person by Doug Foregger of Wimco Real Estate who will share all about living the french island life including the best season of the year to visit.

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Join us on Boroughs & Burbs, Episode #130: "Accessory Dwelling Units, The Perfect Housing Solution?" We're diving into the world of ADUs with experts Sheri Koones, David Melton, and Christine Osterwalder. Discover how California's pioneering ADU regulations are reshaping housing, offering diverse and affordable options. Learn about the design innovations within the 800 sq ft limit, the economic and practical aspects of ADUs, and how other states are following suit. Whether you're a homeowner, builder, or housing enthusiast, this episode will provide valuable insights into the future of residential living. Don't miss this engaging discussion on the potential of ADUs!

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Tune in to Episode #129 of Boroughs & Burbs, "Real Estate Staging," where we unpack the secrets behind effective home staging with our expert guests Lisa Hynes, Fairfield County's leading staging expert from Stage to Show, and Michael Lubin, a top realtor in New York City who offers staging for

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Welcome to Boroughs & Burbs episode #128 where we join you from the epicenter of the global yachting scene, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida with Julie Jones of Douglas Elliman and Bob Denison from Denison Yachting. 

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Join us for Boroughs & Burbs #127, a very special episode (on leap year), where we are joined by CEO and President of Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Scott Durkin. Tune in as we delve into his perspectives on the real estate industry's evolution and Douglas Elliman's competitive edge. We will discuss AI, trends, expansion, the role of marketing, real estate teams, transactional vs. relationship selling and much much more!  ​​​​​​​