The Brownstoner Podcast

On the latest episode of The Brownstoner Podcast, Compass real estate agent Nicole Galluccio shares heartfelt observations about her native borough, such as why Carroll Gardens reminds her of Sesame Street and how COVID has changed things — and where to find Brooklyn’s best pizza.

A former attorney, she explains why she is bullish on Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, and offers advice for first-time buyers some may find surprising.

She’s also keen on Brooklyn. “We’re wearing masks, carrying wipes, but we still have bidding wars and pricing is stable,” she said. “Brooklyn is a microcosm of the world, it’s so culturally diverse, it’s a melting pot of food and culture, beautiful architecture, and progressive urban planning.” (Sponsored)

In the latest episode of The Brownstoner Podcast, Compass real estate agent Joseph Martinez explains what is special about Brooklyn and its neighborhoods — particularly Greenpoint and Bed Stuy — and where to find the bargains.

A serial entrepreneur and former house flipper, he also shares some hard-earned renovation tips, advice for first-time home buyers and predictions for where the Brooklyn market is heading. (Sponsored)

In the latest episode of The Brownstoner Podcast, Compass real estate agent Jessica White discusses the appeal of Brooklyn, cash grants for first-time buyers, reasons to use a local broker, and the pluses of new construction.

“Brooklyn has a tremendous sense of community,” said the Cobble Hill native, who counts Prospect Park and Prospect-Lefferts Gardens among her favorite spots in the borough. “I’ve never met anyone who’s as passionate about their borough as Brooklynites.” (Sponsored)

In the latest episode of The Brownstoner Podcast, Adam Hess, a veteran commercial real estate broker with Meridian Capital, details the effect of COVID and rent regulation on multi-family and retail investment property in Brooklyn. A former attorney, he lives in Brooklyn and serves on the board of the Brooklyn Children’s Museum.

Vacancy rates are top of mind right now for landlords, but prices have dropped and now is a good time to buy, he said. Buyers have to put in more equity because banks are conservative with underwriting, but the long term outlook is good. “Brownstone Brooklyn is always desirable,” he noted. (Sponsored)

In the latest episode of The Brownstoner Podcast, Compass real estate agent Gail Donnarumma talks about growing up in South Brooklyn and why she loves the area.

She also shares tips for first-time buyers and predicts where the real estate market going. Brooklyn isn’t seeing the COVID-driven exodus Manhattan is experiencing, she observes. “People still want to stay in Brooklyn.” (Sponsored)

In the latest episode of The Brownstoner Podcast, Compass real estate agent Adam Pacelli forecasts how COVID-19 will affect New York real estate.

Raised in Park Slope, he worked on videos and advertising for such clients as David Bowie and the NFL before switching to real estate and now plays Ultimate Frisbee and coaches girls lacrosse. Adam lives in Prospect Heights, can’t get enough of Fort Greene, and recommends Sunset Park for those looking for affordability, eateries and green space. (Sponsored)

In the latest episode of The Brownstoner Podcast, Compass real estate agent Andrew Booth dishes on the market in Brooklyn during COVID-19, neighborhoods that offer the best value in the borough right now, and his best advice to first-time buyers.

An avid cook, Andrew has worked and lived all over the borough, from Bay Ridge to Clinton Hill. “Super chill,” in his words, he helps keep everyone calm and focused so clients can enjoy the process. (Sponsored)

In the latest episode of The Brownstoner Podcast, Compass real estate agents Sarah Zelermyer-Diaz and Marc Karavasian talk about real estate in the time of COVID-19 and their love for the borough and Park Slope.

They share tips for first-time buyers and homeowners pondering investment property, and pinpoint what parts of Brooklyn offer good value now.

A former licensed phlebotomy technician and operations guru for design firms, respectively, and both avid cooks and fitness buffs, Sarah and Marc head up the Sarah + Marc team at Compass. (Sponsored)

In the fifth episode of The Brownstoner Podcast, Joseph Allen, vice president and senior mortgage lending officer with Quontic Bank, talks with us about mortgage lending and how it’s changed since the 2008 crash — especially for freelancers, the self-employed and first-time homebuyers. (Sponsored)