Boroughs & Burbs, the National Real Estate Conversation

Boroughs and Burbs, Season 6, Episode #229 takes us to New Jersey with Danielle Lacko and Andre Di Stefano of Douglas Elliman for a closer look at one of the most dynamic real estate markets in the country. From commuter towns with direct access to Manhattan to waterfront communities, historic suburbs, luxury new construction, and lifestyle-driven relocations, New Jersey is not one market, it is many. Danielle and Andre help us understand where buyers are moving, what sellers need to know, and how pricing, inventory, taxes, schools, and transportation shape decisions across the state. We’ll talk strategy, local nuance, and why New Jersey continues to attract families, investors, and city buyers looking for space, value, and connection.

On Season 6, episode #234 of Boroughs and Burbs, we dive into one of the most important trends shaping today’s built environment: adaptive reuse. Joined by Bob Diamond of Diamond Law Center, we explore how outdated office buildings, retail spaces, and industrial properties are being transformed into residential and mixed-use assets. As cities grapple with shifting work patterns and housing shortages, adaptive reuse offers both opportunity and complexity. Bob breaks down the legal frameworks, zoning hurdles, and regulatory challenges that can make or break these projects. From feasibility to financing, we examine what it takes to unlock value in existing structures—and why adaptive reuse is becoming a cornerstone of urban redevelopment.

On this episode of Boroughs and Burbs, we explore one of South Florida’s most coveted beachfront corridors, Bal Harbour and Surfside with Rita Collins and Ray Jacomo of Douglas Elliman. These neighboring communities offer a unique blend of ultra-luxury living, walkability, and international appeal. From Bal Harbour’s iconic high-end condominiums and world-class retail to Surfside’s evolving residential landscape and family-friendly vibe, our guests break down what’s driving demand. We dive into pricing trends, limited inventory, new development, and the shifting buyer profile shaping the market today. Whether you’re seeking privacy, lifestyle, or long-term value, this episode provides a clear look at two of South Florida’s most sought-after addresses.

On Season 6, Episode #227 of Boroughs and Burbs, we explore the powerful intersection of real estate and design with two leaders in their fields: Louise Phillips Forbes of Brown Harris Stevens and Dahlia Jacob of Dahlia’s Day Interiors. From preparing listings to maximizing value, their collaboration shows how thoughtful design can transform a property and the outcome of a sale. We discuss how staging, renovation strategy, and aesthetic vision influence buyer perception, pricing, and speed to market. Where does design end and marketing begin? And how can agents and designers work together more effectively? Whether you’re selling, buying, or advising clients, this episode reveals how great partnerships create exceptional results.

On Season 6, episode #226 of Boroughs and Burbs, we sit down with Jonathan Miller of Miller Samuelfor a clear-eyed look at the Q1 housing market. With headlines dominated by interest rates, inventory constraints, and shifting buyer behavior, what is actually happening beneath the surface? Jonathan breaks down the data versus the narrative, highlighting where markets are tightening, where they’re softening, and how pricing is really being set in today’s environment. We discuss the impact of policy, consumer sentiment, and regional divergence and what it all means heading into the rest of the year. If you want a fact-based perspective on where the market stands and where it may be headed this episode delivers.