Boroughs & Burbs, the National Real Estate Conversation

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.

Boroughs & Burbs, the National Real Estate Conversation is a business podcast hosted by John Engel and Roberto Cabrera, with 245 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

John Engel and Roberto Cabrera hosts Boroughs & Burbs, the National Real Estate Conversation, a business show with 245 episodes published.

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  Episode #245

  How to Read a Buyer: What a Mind Reader Knows About Real Estate | Boroughs and Burbs Ep. 245

  Oct 1, 20261h 5mS6

  Boroughs and Burbs Season 6, Episode #245 explores the psychology behind buying and selling real estate with mind reader and illusionist Gregory Dwyer of Diamond Mind Potential. What can an experienced mind reader reveal about how people communicate, make decisions, and reveal what they’re thinking without realizing it? Greg shares insights into attention, body language, hesitation, suggestion, and unconscious signals—and how they can apply to a real estate transaction. Can you tell when a buyer has fallen in love with a house? What does a buyer reveal when they’ve mentally decided to buy? How can agents distinguish genuine objections from negotiating tactics? From showings and staging to negotiations and decision-making, this episode explores the subtle signals buyers and sellers send and what experienced agents can learn by paying closer attention. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about the psychology of real estate.

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  Episode #244

  Why Investors Are Betting on Glamping & Hot Springs |  Boroughs and Burbs Ep. 244

  Sep 24, 202642 minS6

  Boroughs & Burbs Season 6, Episode #244 explores the growing world of glamping and hot spring resorts with Zander Kempf. Once a niche hospitality concept, outdoor lodging has evolved into an emerging real estate and investment opportunity, blending land, lifestyle, hospitality, and experience‑driven travel. Why are investors looking beyond traditional hotels and vacation rentals? What makes glamping and hot spring resorts attractive investments? Zander shares his perspective on site selection, development, amenities, operations, guest expectations, and profitability. From luxury camping experiences to destination hot springs, this episode explores how travelers are redefining what they want from a getaway—and how investors are responding. Tune in as we explore the opportunities, challenges, and future of outdoor hospitality and experiential real estate.

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  Episode #243

  Santa Fe | Boroughs and Burbs Ep. 243

  Sep 17, 202659 minS6

  Boroughs and Burbs, Season 6, Episode #243, “Santa Fe,” explores what makes Santa Fe one of the country’s most distinctive places to live, visit, and invest. With Paul D. Sidebottom joining the conversation, we’ll look at how Santa Fe’s unique architecture, rich cultural heritage, arts scene, outdoor lifestyle, and quality of life shape its real estate market. We’ll discuss what continues to attract buyers, the types of properties and neighborhoods generating interest, and how buyers approach the market for primary residences, second homes, and relocation. Britt will also share insights into the opportunities and challenges of owning property in Santa Fe and what prospective buyers should understand before making a move. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about Santa Fe real estate, lifestyle, culture, and what makes this market so unique.

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  Episode #242

  Coral Gables: The New Luxury of Wellness in Real Estate | Boroughs and Burbs Ep. 242

  Sep 10, 20261h 1mS23

  Boroughs and Burbs, Season 6, Episode #242 explores the evolution of luxury real estate in Coral Gables with Jay Parker, CEO of Brokerage Florida and President of Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, and Eduardo Otaola, Founder of Constellation Group. As luxury buyers increasingly prioritize health, wellness, and lifestyle, Coral Gables is emerging as a destination where sophisticated living goes beyond traditional amenities. We’ll discuss how wellness is reshaping luxury real estate, what today’s buyers are looking for, and how thoughtful design, amenities, and lifestyle experiences are influencing new developments. Jay and Eduardo share insights into the changing expectations of luxury buyers, the growing importance of wellness-focused living, and what makes Coral Gables an exciting market for those seeking a healthier, more elevated way of life.

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  Episode #241

  Rezoning Property: Reaping Its Rewards While Minimizing Its Risks| Boroughs and Burbs Ep. 241

  Sep 3, 20261h 6mS6

  Boroughs and Burbs, Season 6, Episode #241, “Rezoning Property: Reaping Its Rewards While Minimizing Its Risks,” explores the opportunities and challenges that come with rezoning real estate. With John McNellis joining the conversation, we’ll look at how rezoning can unlock significant property value and development potential while also creating financial, regulatory, political, and community risks. We’ll discuss how developers evaluate rezoning opportunities, navigate local approvals and community concerns, manage uncertainty, and determine when the potential rewards are worth the risks. John will also share insights from his experience in commercial real estate, including lessons learned from past projects and mistakes. Tune in for a practical conversation about zoning, development, investment, and the decisions that can make or break a real estate opportunity.

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