In Episode #195, we’re joined by Benjamin Watson and Vincent Yan of Douglas Elliman for a conversation about integrated planning and design services in real estate. From concept to completion, they guide clients through the intricacies of architecture, interior design, construction, and project management—often long before a home hits the market. We explore how their early involvement helps avoid costly mistakes, optimize layout and flow, and add long-term value. Whether it’s ground-up construct...
Aug 07, 2025•59 min•Ep. 195
In Episode 194 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) speak with Willis Gay of Howard & Gay Insurance and Bernice Rodriguez of PURE Insurance about the evolving world of luxury home risk and property insurance in 2025. The episode focuses on how escalating construction costs, climate exposure, and regulatory changes are transforming coverage expectations for high-n...
Jul 31, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 194
Zen Home Design for Wellness & Luxury Living – Hains, Lubin & Lydon | Boroughs & Burbs Ep. 193 Discover how design, wellness, and real estate intersect to create peaceful, intentional living spaces. In Episode 193 of Boroughs & Burbs , we’re joined by three experts who help turn homes into sanctuaries: 🧘♀️ Deanna Hains – Founder of Zen Home , Deanna explains how scent, cleanliness, and energy awareness shape a calm and centered home environment. 🏡 Mike Lubin – Brown Harris Ste...
Jul 24, 2025•55 min•Season 5Ep. 193
What do homebuyers really need to know about inspections — and why do standards vary between New York and Connecticut? In Episode 192 of Boroughs & Burbs , we break down what makes a good home inspection with two industry veterans from both sides of the state line: Stephen Gladstone – Founder of Stonehollow Home Inspections ( stonehollow.com ), Steve brings decades of experience inspecting homes across Connecticut. Learn about common pitfalls, what buyers should expect, and how a great inspe...
Jul 17, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 192
In Season 5, Episode 191, hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera welcome Dave Dubeau, founder and host of the Property Profits Podcast . A Canadian real estate investor, Dave shares his strategies for building wealth through content creation, capital raising, and smart investing. Dave offers actionable insights into: How everyday people can use podcasting and real estate to scale their portfolios His process for sourcing opportunities, structuring deals, and securing funding Lessons learned from l...
Jul 10, 2025•45 min•Season 5Ep. 191
What does it take to pull off a large-scale luxury renovation? In Episode 190 of Boroughs & Burbs , the hosts welcome four industry leaders to unpack the complexities behind high-end transformations: Vincent DiSalvo – Founder of Apple Podcasts+2Boroughs and Burbs+2Boroughs & Burbs+2 Matthew Berman – Founding Principal of the NYC-based architecture and design firm Architectural Digest Workshop/APD Brian J. McCarthy – Award-winning interior designer and founder of Brian J. McCarthy, Inc. G...
Jul 01, 2025•58 min•Season 5Ep. 190
Explore Texas’s luxury real estate surge in Boroughs & Burbs Episode 189 with Benjamin Watson and Leon Trakhtenberg of Douglas Elliman Texas . Learn why Houston is the new luxury frontier—from the neighborhoods attracting affluent buyers to the data-driven strategies powering new development success. This episode is essential listening for brokers, investors, developers, and anyone interested in where high-end real estate is heading next. 🎧 Listen now: Episode 189 – Texas Luxury Development...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 189
In Boroughs & Burbs Episode 188, we dive into the evolving world of outdoor living with interior designer Amy Andrews . As homeowners and buyers increasingly prioritize terraces, pool areas, and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions, Amy shares how thoughtful exterior design adds both aesthetic and market value. Topics include: How to design outdoor spaces that elevate lifestyle and luxury appeal The materials, lighting, and layout choices that make a difference What today’s buyers expect from...
Jun 12, 2025•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 188
In Season 5, Episode 187 of Boroughs & Burbs , hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera sit down with Peter Hernandez and Kevin Krakower of Douglas Elliman for an exclusive analysis of the Los Angeles luxury real estate market. With decades of experience, Peter and Kevin discuss evolving buyer demand, neighborhood hotspots, investor strategies, and what’s driving activity in LA’s most sought-after micro‑markets. They explore rising interest in neighborhoods like Holmby Hills, Beverly Hills, and ...
Jun 05, 2025•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 187
I In Season 5, Episode 186 of Boroughs & Burbs , hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera welcome Julia Jiang Hawkins and Charles Hawkins of Douglas Elliman for an exclusive look into Chinese demand for U.S. real estate. They explore cross-border investment trends, buyer preferences, and geopolitical and cultural factors shaping the evolving pipeline of Chinese capital into luxury U.S. markets homevaluation.elliman.com+6Douglas Elliman+6Douglas Elliman+6 . Julia and Charles discuss practical str...
May 31, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 186
In Season 5, Episode 185 of Boroughs & Burbs , hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera sit down with multifamily investment specialist Dave Seymour of Legacy Alliance to explore the world of apartment complex investing . Dave shares his strategic approach to sourcing value-driven multifamily opportunities, managing risk, scaling portfolios, and navigating today’s market dynamics in 2025. The episode dives into what distinguishes successful investment deals—market selection, underwriting discipl...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 185
I In Season 5, Episode 184 of Boroughs & Burbs , hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera explore Boca Raton’s luxury new development landscape with top Douglas Elliman agents: Kathy Koch Pitlake and Patrick Elber of Alina Boca Raton Bonnie Schwartz and Joanne Shaer of Glass House Boca Raton Katia Reisler of Tower 155 – highlighting boutique elegance in downtown Boca Raton They unpack what makes each development exceptional—from architectural style and amenities (rooftop pools, wellness centers,...
May 15, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 184
In Episode 183 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera are joined by Stephen Kliegerman , President of Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing, to examine the complex world of Manhattan new development. With more than 30 years of experience and over $15 billion in residential development sales, Kliegerman offers expert insight into the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping New York City’s residential pipeline. Takeaways inc...
May 09, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 183
In Episode 182 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera welcome Thomas McPherson, founder of Lukrom, for a compelling exploration of sustainable living in Phoenix. With Lukrom leading the charge in green building solutions, McPherson sheds light on the innovative approaches transforming both residential and commercial development in one of America’s fastest-growing cities YouTube+15boroughsandburbs.com+15Podtail+15 . Key takeaways incl...
May 01, 2025•55 min•Season 5Ep. 182
In Episode 181 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel and Roberto Cabrera welcome Kevin Bupp , founder of Sunrise Capital Investors and host of the Real Estate Investing for Cash Flow podcast. Bupp is a nationally recognized expert in mobile home park and parking lot investing, bringing over 20 years of experience to this conversation on alternative real estate strategies. Key takeaways include how mobile home communities generate stable cash flow, how ...
Apr 24, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 181
In Episode 180 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( The Engel Team ) and Roberto Cabrera ( Roberto Cabrera ) welcome Carol Quillen , President of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, for a compelling discussion titled The Greenest Buildings Are Already Built . Carol explores why preserving and adaptively reusing historic structures can be more environmentally efficient than new construction, offering a fresh perspective grounded in climate-...
Apr 17, 2025•54 min•Season 5Ep. 180
In Episode 179 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( The Engel Team ) and Roberto Cabrera ( Roberto Cabrera ) are joined by Scott Hobbs of Hobbs Inc. and Jonathan Miller of Miller Samuel to analyze how rising tariffs and trade policies are impacting construction, pricing, and market dynamics in luxury real estate. Key takeaways include the impact of import duties on material costs, how supply-chain disruptions are shifting development timelines and b...
Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 179
In Episode 178 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( The Engel Team ) and Roberto Cabrera ( Roberto Cabrera ) welcome Jocelyn Vos of Final Offer, and Bob Lachance, CEO of Reva Global, for a timely discussion on the seismic impact of technology in real estate operations. From auction-style platforms enabling live offers to AI-powered virtual assistants streamlining workflows, this episode explores how tech is redefining transactions, agent roles, and ...
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 178
In Episode 177 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( The Engel Team ) and Roberto Cabrera ( Roberto Cabrera ) dive into the thriving real estate markets of Western Canada. Featuring three leading experts—Randy Dyck (eXp Realty), Zahra Jiwa, and Rez Jiwa (RE/MAX)—this episode explores trends and opportunities across British Columbia, Alberta, and beyond, including luxury family properties and cross-border investor demand. Key takeaways include insight...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 177
In Episode 176 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) welcome Chris Renzo of Scalamandre and renowned designer Jamie Drake for a fascinating discussion on iconic branding, design legacy, and how luxury brands evolve over nearly a century. Drawing from Scalamandre’s rich history, they explore how enduring aesthetics and modern strategy intersect to shape market identity...
Mar 20, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 176
In Episode 175 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) welcome Sonny Amini , founder of Buzzy Agents , for a deep dive into the evolving world of real estate marketing and social media strategy . Sonny brings expertise in how agents and brokerages can leverage platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook to elevate brand presence and drive sales. Key takeaways include...
Mar 13, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 175
In Episode 174 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) welcome Henry Faun of Knight Frank to explore the dynamic world of Middle Eastern outbound investment in U.S. real estate. Henry offers data-driven insights into preferred U.S. destinations, property types, and education-driven relocation decisions for high-net-worth buyers. Key takeaways include emerging U.S. marke...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 174
In Episode 173 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) are joined by Seth Mansfield and Chris Cox of Douglas Elliman to explore the dynamic South Florida new development market. From projects like Forte Luxe in Jupiter to Ritz‑Carlton Residences in Palm Beach Gardens, they examine what’s driving high-end investment and lifestyle migration. Key takeaways include how deve...
Feb 27, 2025•47 min•Season 5Ep. 173
In Episode 172 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) are joined by Katia Reisler of Douglas Elliman to explore the surge of Canadian buyers relocating to the U.S. Katia offers a strategic look at favored destinations, relocation motivations, and buyer behavior as it evolves across high-demand U.S. markets. Key takeaways include which U.S. cities are drawing the most C...
Feb 20, 2025•48 min•Season 5Ep. 172
In Episode 171 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) welcome Derek Gisriel, founder of LevelUp Stays ( https://www.levelupstays.com ), for a compelling conversation about the Airbnb and short‑term rental investment market. Derek shares real‑world strategies for underwriting rentals based on occupancy trends, navigating local regulations, and maximizing returns in seas...
Feb 13, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 171
In Episode 170 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) welcome Melissa Darnay , Founder of Choose Panama Real Estate , for an in‑depth look at the Panama real estate market. Melissa breaks down why Panama continues to attract foreign investment through lifestyle appeal, favorable visa programs, and coastal development opportunities. Key takeaways include what U.S. and g...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 170
In Episode 169 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) are joined by Jennifer Martin Faulkner and Kim Martin‑Fisher of Douglas Elliman to deep‑dive into the booming Northern Florida new development sector. With projects spanning beachfront condos to resort-style master‑planned communities, they unpack the strategic drivers behind migration-driven luxury investment. Key ...
Jan 30, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 169
In Episode 168 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) welcome Mia Parsons of Douglas Elliman and Norm Frates, SVP Mortgage Loan Officer at Mascoma Bank, for an in‑depth discussion of Vermont’s luxury market—driven by second-home buyers, remote‑work migration, and lifestyle seekers. Key takeaways include how financing works in rural luxury markets, what remote buyers lo...
Jan 23, 2025•53 min•Season 5Ep. 168
In Episode 167 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) sit down with Wade Giles of Douglas Elliman Austin ( https://gilesgroupaustin.com/wade-giles/ ) to explore the surging Austin real estate market. Wade discusses how corporate relocation, luxury home demand, and lifestyle migration are reshaping Austin’s market dynamics. Key takeaways include why Austin continues to ...
Jan 16, 2025•58 min•Season 5Ep. 167
In Episode 166 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation , hosts John Engel ( http://www.theengelteam.com ) and Roberto Cabrera ( http://www.robertocabrera.com ) are joined by Jonathan Miller, CEO of Miller Samuel ( https://www.millersamuel.com ), for a definitive look at the 2024 year-end real estate market report. Jonathan breaks down performance across major sectors and regions, linking interest rates, inventory levels, and macroeconomic trends to market outcomes as we he...
Jan 09, 2025•59 min•Season 5Ep. 166
