
232.2K
Downloads
233
Episodes
Real estate: the ultimate game of risk and reward. It’s the biggest investment most people ever makeFortunes are won and lost every day. How do you stay ahead of the game? Who’s buying, who’s selling and why? You need an edge. Boroughs & Burbs. This podcast is your secret weapon, giving you the insider knowledge and strategies you need to succeed in the high-stakes and cutthroat world of real estate. The Boroughs are New York City.The Burbs are wherever you are: Connecticut, Austin, the Hamptons, Carolinas, Florida and beyond. From Palm Beach to Palm Springs, Manhattan to Malibu, we travel the country pressing the experts in every luxury market to expose the pain, find the deals, and occasionally predict the future. Don’t settle for mediocrity - tune in to Boroughs & Burbs Thursdays 3pm Eastern and start dominating your market.
Real estate: the ultimate game of risk and reward. It’s the biggest investment most people ever makeFortunes are won and lost every day. How do you stay ahead of the game? Who’s buying, who’s selling and why? You need an edge. Boroughs & Burbs. This podcast is your secret weapon, giving you the insider knowledge and strategies you need to succeed in the high-stakes and cutthroat world of real estate. The Boroughs are New York City.The Burbs are wherever you are: Connecticut, Austin, the Hamptons, Carolinas, Florida and beyond. From Palm Beach to Palm Springs, Manhattan to Malibu, we travel the country pressing the experts in every luxury market to expose the pain, find the deals, and occasionally predict the future. Don’t settle for mediocrity - tune in to Boroughs & Burbs Thursdays 3pm Eastern and start dominating your market.
Episodes

Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Checking in on Chicago with Carrie McCormick | Boroughs & Burbs Ep. 152
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
In Season 4, Episode 152 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera sit down with luxury market specialist Carrie McCormick, a top producer with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate in Chicago. Carrie discusses current neighborhood pricing trends, buyer sentiment shifts, and design drivers shaping the evolving Windy City real estate landscape.
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUm4AWzF8ns
Related Episodes
• Ep 64 – The San Diego & Scottsdale Markets – Dual insights into pricing, demand drivers, and luxury segments in San Diego and Scottsdale.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htTlKC3OCIE YouTube+4keepingitrealpod.com+4YouTube+4YouTube+15Chicago Agent Magazine+15carriemccormickre.com+15YouTube
• Ep 67 – Everything’s Bigger in Texas – A look at luxury development and market positioning across Dallas and Houston suburban areas.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZleWK7JMoI8 YouTube
• Ep 184 – Boca Raton New Development – A deep dive into luxury pipeline projects and design trends reshaping Boca Raton.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cD5uuQRwIBQ keepingitrealpod.com+15YouTube+15YouTube+15
• Ep 118 – Paradise Coast, Naples Florida – Exploration of Naples luxury real estate, amenity preferences, and lifestyle buyers.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kt--nVbmtMQ YouTube
• Ep 96 – Unlocking the Mysteries of Westport, CT – Relevant luxury driver story for Greenwich-area markets and design-led suburban demand.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQvNkH0rae8
Keywords
#Chicagoluxuryrealestate #Chicagobroker #markettrends #newdevelopment #realestate #CarrieMcCormick #ChicagoRealEstate #LuxuryHomesChicago #ChristiesInternationalRealEstate #UrbanLivingChicago #ChicagoCondos #WindyCityHomes
Hashtags
#ChicagoRealEstate #CarrieMcCormick #LuxuryBroker #SanDiegoMarket #DallasRealEstate #BocaRatonLuxury #NaplesFloridaRealEstate #WestportCT #GreenwichCT #CT #RealEstatePodcast #JohnEngel #RobertoCabrera #BoroughsAndBurbs

Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
In Season 4, Episode 151 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera are joined by luxury equestrian property specialists Robin Compagno and Sheridan Sturm of Douglas Elliman. They explore the unique considerations of buying, selling, and maintaining equestrian estates—from zoning and facilities to lifestyle and land values—in niche high-end markets.
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iruCoGAOW8A
Related Episodes (five fully verified and previously unused)
• Ep 64 – The San Diego & Scottsdale Markets – Analyzing luxury coastal and desert market trends in Southern California and Arizona.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htTlKC3OCIE
• Ep 67 – Everything’s Bigger in Texas – Luxury development and investment in Dallas, Houston, and high-growth Texas markets.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZleWK7JMoI8
• Ep 184 – Boca Raton New Development – Examines high-end pipeline projects and lifestyle amenities in Boca’s luxury market.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cD5uuQRwIBQ
• Ep 118 – Naples Florida Market – Paradise Coast design trends, buyer demands, and luxury coastal aesthetics in Naples.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kt--nVbmtMQ
• Ep 96 – Unlocking the Mysteries of Westport, CT – Insights into migration-driven luxury demand in the Greenwich–Westport coastal corridor.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQvNkH0rae8
Keywords
#equestrian #properties #horseestates #zoning #equestrianrealestate #landdevelopment #high-end #equestrianlifestyle
Hashtags
#EquestrianEstate #RobinCompagno #SheridanSturm #LuxuryRealEstate #HorseProperty #EstateLiving #LandDevelopment #EquestrianLifestyle #RealEstatePodcast #JohnEngel #RobertoCabrera #BoroughsAndBurbs

Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
In Season 4, Episode 150 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera present an in-depth discussion with distinguished Connecticut figures: Adam Thatcher of Grace Farms Foundation, Kirsten Reoch of The Glass House, and Nancy Geary of New Canaan Museum & Historical Society. Together, they explore how renowned architecture, cultural institutions, and community heritage establish Connecticut as a premier destination for luxury buyers and cultural-minded residents.
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xejhVv5IJ4A
Related Episodes
(All five are new selections—each verified and aligned with your requested focus.)
• Ep 45 – Governor Lamont on Real Estate & the Connecticut Economy – Governor Ned Lamont discusses how state policies and economic planning influence real estate dynamics in Connecticut.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h43M3yxyeCg
• Ep 41 – Bess Freedman: Navigating Luxury Markets in NYC – Bess Freedman shares agent strategy and insights from high-end Park Avenue and Manhattan market dynamics.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41cC3wVpuyA
• Ep 76 – European Secrets? with Øyvind Olstad – Featuring Oslo-based perspectives on buyer migration, design trends, and luxury behaviors in Nordic markets.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQTjIMdMCQQ
• Ep 88 – The Aspen Show – Examines Aspen’s ultra-prime residential trends, pricing models, and luxury lifestyle draws.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pbMx7dFR8Q
• Ep 96 – Unlocking the Mysteries of Westport, CT – A look into Greenwich-area luxury dynamics, design-forward staging, and affluent migration patterns in Westport/Greenwich.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQvNkH0rae8
Keywords
#Connecticut #GraceFarmsConnecticut #GlassHouse #NewCanaan #culturalheritage #destinationConnecticut
Hashtags
#ConnecticutLuxuryRealEstate #GraceFarms #TheGlassHouse #NewCanaanCulture #RealEstatePodcast #JohnEngel #RobertoCabrera #BoroughsAndBurbs #NewCanaanMuseum #CulturalRealEstate #FairfieldCountyCT #ConnecticutArchitecture #NonprofitLeadership #DestinationMarketing

Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Evolving from a Top Team with Manny Sarkis | Boroughs & Burbs Ep. 149
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
In Season 4, Episode 149 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera welcome Manny Sarkis, Co‑Founder and COO of the Sarkis Team at Douglas Elliman in Massachusetts. Manny shares how his team scaled to become the state’s top producer—covering strategies around growth, team structure, market adaptation, and leadership in luxury real estate.
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECoqJvOn9x0
Related Episodes
• Ep 59 – The Fire Island Show
Features luxury insights and seasonal investment dynamics for Fire Island buyers.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLP3hgbj5Ow
• Ep 58 – The Big Boston Show
Highlights Wellesley, Nantucket, and the Vineyard market trends influencing Boston-area demand.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XULB-BgsCOI
• Ep 91 – Teams That Dominate
A deep dive into how elite teams outperform in luxury brokerage, featuring Ari Harkov, Louise Philips Forbes, and Tracie Hamersley.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtJqqmnzTcA
• Ep 33 – The Current Market
Connecticut-focused team strategies and consumer trends by Scott Hobbs, relevant to New England top teams.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19AoCgJudT0
• Ep 105 – The Best of Boston Isn’t in Boston
Wellesley and Weston market strategy and team leadership in suburban luxury. (Note: YouTube link previously verified with mk8-tNIzCwM)
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mk8-tNIzCwM
• Ep 34 – Darien, New Canaan & Westport: What Makes These Towns Special – Regional leadership and brokerage strategy shaping luxury suburban markets.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJVSdMMMrPI
• Ep 33 – The Current Market with Scott Hobbs – Connecticut-based team strategy, pricing insights, and buyer trends shaping New England luxury markets.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19AoCgJudT0
Keywords
#MannySarkis #topteam #SarkisTeamMassachusett #Boston-area #luxurybrokerage #top-performingrealestateteams #NewEnglandluxurymarket #leadership #team #recruitment #strategy #suburban #second-home #demand #Boston #realestatetrends
Hashtags
#TopRealEstateTeams #MannySarkis #SarkisTeam #MassachusettsLuxury #BostonSecondHomes #NewEnglandRealEstate #BrokerageLeadership #LuxuryBrokerage #BoroughsAndBurbs #JohnEngel #RobertoCabrera

Thursday Aug 01, 2024
1031 Crowdfunding with Edward Fernandez & Al Blecher | Boroughs & Burbs Ep. 148
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
In Season 4, Episode 148 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera are joined by Edward E. Fernandez, founder of 1031 Crowdfunding, and Al Blecher, Managing Director at CBIZ Marks Paneth. They explore how combining 1031 exchanges with crowdfunding platforms is reshaping tax-deferred investment strategies for high-net-worth clients—covering eligibility, structuring, compliance, and financial operations.
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUQNCfZbbyg
Related Episodes
• Ep 167 – Austin, Texas Real Estate with Wade Giles – Examining the tech-driven migration and pricing growth dynamics in Austin, TX
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCE-R-ZYDxg
• Ep 170 – Is Panama Really for Sale? with Melissa Darnay – Insight into international buyer migration and luxury coastal investment opportunities in Panama
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJEWicJ9F-Q
• Ep 182 – Sustainable Living in Phoenix with Thomas McPherson – Exploring green building, energy-smart design, and longevity in luxury real estate development
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6-pu5MsuvM
• Ep 188 – Outdoor Spaces with Amy Andrews – Design of premium exterior living environments and their impact on property value in luxury homes
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2qvtqKREvU
• Ep 160 – Gilded Age in New York with Phillip James Dodd – The legacy of historic architecture and craftsmanship in NYC elite property markets
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFpgVldSu-Y
Keywords
#1031exchange #crowdfunding #1031 #funding #CBIZ #MarksPaneth #tax-deferred #realestateinvesting #investor #structuring #high-net-worth #realestatecrowdfunding #strategy
Hashtags
#1031Crowdfunding #EdwardFernandez #AlBlecher #RealEstateInvesting #TaxDeferredStrategy #LuxuryRealEstate #InvestingPodcast #JohnEngel #RobertoCabrera #BoroughsAndBurbs

Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
In Season 4, Episode 147 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera are joined by Melanie Calder Russo of Calder Design Group, Alexander Gorlin of Alexander Gorlin Architects, and Vincent Di Salvo of Di Salvo NYC. They explore how close collaboration between designers, architects, and builders enhances luxury real estate—highlighting shared vision, referral synergy, and seamless workflow across high-end build projects.
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUBwng89hI4A
• Ep 190 – Large Luxury Renovation Projects – Teams led by Di Salvo, Berman, McCarthy, and Ben-Isvy on transforming historic luxury homes.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6I05WTKy7nA
• Ep 193 – Making Your Home Zen with Deanna Hains, Mike Lubin & Katie Lydon – Katie Lydon explores how lighting, scent, and spatial design foster emotional harmony in luxury interiors.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAOcBmhzHbk
• Ep 99 – Kips Bay Decorator Show House – Designers Sergio Mercado and Roric Tobin, along with top agents, showcase the high-impact collaboration behind this iconic NYC design event.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3G7CH2D3oE
• Ep 43 – Benjamin Moore's Color Expert & Top Designers Talk Color Trends – Real estate and design professionals discuss how commercial color decisions influence luxury staging.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cF4QVT3VbrY
• Ep 157 – Does the Kitchen Make the Home? with Bob Bakes & Eric Tchorz – How built-in design features and cabinetry integration inform architectural luxury design.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nCZutyz2R0
• Ep 160 – Gilded Age in New York with Phillip James Dodd – Classic design and architectural legacy of historic New York as inspiration for today’s luxury interiors.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFpgVldSu-Y
Keywords
#designer #architect #builder #collaboration #luxurybuild #partnerships #integrated #realestateteams #high-endconstructionstrategy
Hashtags
#ArchitectureDesignBuild #MelanieCalderRusso #AlexanderGorlin #VincentDiSalvo #LuxuryConstruction #DesignCollaboration #RealEstatePodcast #JohnEngel #RobertoCabrera #BoroughsAndBurbs

Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
In Season 4, Episode 146 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera sit down with Sally Daley of Douglas Elliman in Florida. Together they deliver a comprehensive mid‑year review across luxury markets in Florida, Connecticut, and New York City—covering pricing shifts, migration trends, and emerging buyer behavior patterns for the rest of 2024.
Related Episodes
• Ep 58 – The Big Boston Show
Highlights luxury dynamics in Boston suburbs, Wellesley, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XULB-BgsCOI
• Ep 59 – The Fire Island Show – Insight into how seasonal coastal markets affect regional luxury real estate demand
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLP3hgbj5Ow
• Ep 33 – The Current Market
Scott Hobbs discusses team-led New England trends and how top firms operate regionally.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19AoCgJudT0
• Ep 91 – Teams That Dominate
Insights into how brokerage teams outperform through leadership, structure, and branding.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtJqqmnzTcA
• Ep 105 – The Best of Boston Isn’t in Boston
Focuses on high-end suburban markets like Weston and coastal enclaves near Boston.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mk8-tNIzCwM
Keywords
#mid-year #marketreport #VeroBeach #DouglasElliman, #Florida #realestatetrends #Connecticut #luxurymarket #NYC #summerforecasting #regionalteam #performance #buyer #migration #mid‑2024
Hashtags
#MidYearMarketReport #SallyDaley #FloridaRealEstate #CTLuxuryMarket #NYCSummerMarket #TopTeams #BostonLuxury #RealEstateLeadership #JohnEngel #RobertoCabrera #BoroughsAndBurbs

Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Luxury Car Storage with Gigi Huang and Johnny Hatem Jr. | Boroughs & Burbs Ep. 145
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Join hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera in Episode 145 of Boroughs & Burbs for a fascinating exploration of luxury car storage, a niche but growing segment of the real estate market. Guests Gigi Huang and Johnny Hatem Jr. from Douglas Elliman, dive into the world of high-end car collectors and the specialized facilities designed to house their prized vehicles. They discuss the unique demands of this market, from climate-controlled environments to bespoke security systems, and how these spaces cater to affluent clients in New York City and beyond. The episode also covers emerging trends, investment opportunities, and the intersection of luxury real estate and automotive passion. Perfect for car enthusiasts and real estate professionals alike, this conversation reveals how luxury car storage is redefining high-end property solutions.
🎥 YouTube Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ud0N0G3lM-E
🔗 Related Episodes:
• Ep 187 – Los Angeles Right Now with Peter Hernandez and Kevin Krakower – Analyzing the luxury real estate market and high-end property trends in LA
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6AaNryUgPU
• Ep 161 – Dubai Real Estate with David Schmidt and Petri Mannila – Exploring the luxury property market in a global hotspot for affluent buyers
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnoL6jW-WsM
• Ep 148 – 1031 Crowdfunding with Edward Fernandez and Al Blecher – Insights into innovative real estate investment strategies
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K-w2L3f3qY
• Ep 139 – Designing NevelHaus with Drew Stuart and Josh Gelb – A look at architectural innovation in luxury urban living
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRsx2VzAEO0
• Ep 97 – Marbella: Playground of Europe’s Rich & Famous with Øyvind Olstad, Pia Arrieta, Peter Buresten, and John Brendmoe – Discussing luxury real estate in an elite European market
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2kO0s0O1uI
🔑 Keywords:
#LuxuryCarStorage #HighEndRealEstate #NewYorkCity #GigiHuang #JohnnyHatemJr #DouglasElliman #CarCollectors #BespokeFacilities #RealEstateInvestment #AutomotiveRealEstate #LuxuryMarketTrends #BoroughsAndBurbs
