Devil's Advocate with Matthew Cohen

On this episode of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen sits down with siblings Noah Plener and Tamara Abir of Compass for a conversation about the Brooklyn real estate market, building a successful sibling-led real estate team, and balancing demanding careers with family life.

As a brother-and-sister team, Plener and Abir share how they have built a successful New York City real estate business together, leveraging their individual strengths while navigating the unique challenges of working with family. They discuss the current Brooklyn housing market, what it takes to build a high-performing real estate team, the importance of collaboration and trust, and how they balance the demands of a competitive real estate career with busy personal and family lives.

Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.

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Host:

Matthew Cohen

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Guests:

Noah Plener

Tamara Abir

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Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

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On this episode of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen sits down with Sydney Blumstein of Corcoran to discuss what it was like growing up immersed in New York City's luxury real estate world, the lessons learned from being surrounded by top brokers, and what it truly takes to stay competitive at the highest level of the industry.

Filmed as part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network, powered by Brown Harris Stevens.

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Guest:

Sydney Blumstein

Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

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On this special live edition of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen brings together an all-star panel of powerhouse agents and executives for an unfiltered conversation on today's biggest real estate topics. Filmed before a live audience at 435 West 19th Street, Matthew is joined by top agents Lisa Lippman, Louise Phillips Forbes, Daniella Schlisser, and Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman to discuss the state of the market, the pied-à-terre tax, work-life balance, and the realities of succeeding at the highest levels of luxury real estate.

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Guests:

Bess Freedman

Lisa Lippman

Louise Phillips Forbes

Daniella Schlisser

Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

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On this episode of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen welcomes Stacey Froelich of Compass for a deep dive into the strategies, structure, and leadership required to build a high-performing real estate team in New York City.

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Guest:

Stacey Froelich

Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

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On this episode of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen welcomes Nadia Bartolucci of Douglas Elliman Real Estate for an in-depth conversation on what it really takes to build and scale a successful real estate business.

From setting measurable benchmarks and maintaining momentum to navigating the nuances of the Brooklyn market, Nadia shares practical strategies, lessons learned, and the mindset required to stay competitive in a constantly evolving landscape.

Whether you're an emerging agent or an established professional looking to level up, this episode delivers actionable insights on growth, performance, and thriving in one of New York's most dynamic boroughs.

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Guest:

Nadia Bartolucci

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On this episode of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen pulls back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes of luxury real estate closings. From navigating complex legal considerations to demystifying the world of title insurance, this conversation breaks down the high-stakes processes that ensure multimillion-dollar deals cross the finish line. Featuring Evan Greenberg, Executive Vice President of Sales at Langdon Title, and Matthew Goldgrub, Managing Partner at Goldgrub Law PLLC.

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On this episode of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen sits down with Corrin Thomas of SERHANT. to explore the dual world of general contracting and real estate brokerage in New York City. They discuss how combining these skills gives clients a competitive edge and what it takes to juggle both roles in one of the most demanding markets in the world.

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On this episode of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen welcomes Compass agents Steve Dawson and Robert Varvara for an open and insightful conversation. They explore the evolution of their careers and teams, the partnerships that fuel their success, and the challenges and lessons that have shaped their journey in real estate.

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In this episode of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen sits down with renowned Brown Harris Stevens broker Louise Phillips Forbes live from this year's The Real Deal Forum. Together, they explore what it truly takes to rise to the top in New York City real estate—from mindset and strategy to resilience and reputation.

This episode is sponsored by Evan Greenberg of Langdon Title. For more information please visit: https://langdontitle.com/

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In this episode of Devil's Advocate, host Matthew Cohen sits down with Bess Freedman, CEO of Brown Harris Stevens, for an insightful conversation about leadership, strategy, and navigating the competitive landscape of New York City real estate. This episode is sponsored by Evan Greenberg of Langdon Title. For more information please visit: https://langdontitle.com/

Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.

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Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

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