'The World of Real Estate' takes you behind the scenes of the real estate industry in New York City. This podcast series is hosted by New York real estate powerhouse, Frances Katzen. Frances gives you access to some of the most prestigious leaders in the New York City real estate industry as well as the Global real estate Industry. She lifts the veil on what really goes on behind the scenes of a deal and provides her listeners with unparalleled information. Frances is the founder and leader of The Katzen Team at Douglas Elliman. With well over $3 billion in total real estate sales and consistently selling in excess of $250 million annually, Frances is constantly recognized as an industry leader, speaking to both the press and editorial segments of the real estate sector. She elevates the experience of property acquisition and provides a sharp and detailed memory for real estate data. Her honest, down to earth approach, levels the playing field within the industry, keeping her feet grounded makes for an interesting dynamic in a world that can become quite superficial. This series is a must listen!
Episode 23: Zachary Kussin - Real Estate Editor at The New York Post
Frances Katzen interviews Zachary Kussin, the Real Estate Editor of the New York Post. With nearly two decades of experience as both a real estate and general features reporter, Zach has redefined leadership as an editor at one of New York's premier journalistic outlets.
5/22/2024 • 57 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode 22: Joshua Chaffin - New York Correspondent at the Financial Times
Frances Katzen interviews one of the prominent correspondents in real estate journalism today. Having held positions as the Financial Times correspondent in London, Brussels, Washington D.C., and now in New York City, Joshua shares his rise and virtuosity in covering real estate and beyond.
4/24/2024 • 39 minutes, 15 seconds
Episode 21: Amir Korangy - Founder, Chairman, Publisher at The Real Deal
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman gets up close and personal with the CEO and founder of 'The Real Deal,' Amir Korangy. Exploring his plight as an Iranian refugee, to his odyssey in creating one of the most successful Real Estate Editorial Publications in the past 20 years.
10/9/2023 • 54 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 20: John Albino - The Creative Mastermind Behind New Development and Marketing
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman takes an in depth look with one of the most creative and talented minds in today's Real Estate landscape. John Albino, Managing Director of Douglas Elliman's New Development and Marketing, brings us into his granular process that showcases how he has earned his reputation as the creative genius behind some of the most successful sell-outs in New Development both in New York City and beyond.
3/14/2023 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 11 seconds
Episode 19: Dave Werth - An Entrepreneur That Shares How One Excels at Life
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman gets real with one of the most successful entrepreneurs within the Real Estate and coaching world. Discussing how one masters leadership, time management, and much more....
2/1/2023 • 57 minutes, 42 seconds
Episode 18: Scott Durkin - The Chief Executive Officer with Douglas Elliman - Discusses How One Inspires and Leads the Largest Brokerage in New York City
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman sits down with the CEO of Douglas Elliman, Scott Durkin, who brings over 30 years of experience to the industry. Scott shares nuances about how one elevates, leads and cultivates the company, its agents, and its continued growth and vision.
1/20/2023 • 54 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 17: John Gomes - Co-Founder of the EklundGomes Team at Douglas Elliman - Creating Anew
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman sits down with Co-Founder John Gomes, of the EklundGomes Team at Douglas Elliman, to discuss recreating himself from simple beginnings, to becoming one of the most successful Real Estate Teams in the country. Walking us through his process and how he achieved and streamlined their business to exceed benchmark records.
10/25/2022 • 43 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 16: Samantha Sax, Chief Marketing Officer for Pontiac Land Group – Shares How Marketing and Positioning is an Art Form.
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman interviews the Chief Marketing Officer for Pontiac Land Group, one of the world's leading Real Estate Companies. Spearheading the marketing, sales, operations and interior design efforts, for the companies US based projects. Sharing what it is like to be one of the youngest females in such a prominent role.
9/7/2022 • 29 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode 15: Paris Forino – Gets Real About Luxury Design in Today’s Real Estate Market
How exquisite and intelligent interior design impacts today’s Real Estate market with Paris Forino.
1/11/2022 • 30 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode 14: Kirsten Jordan, Successful Broker - Mother of 3 & The First Female Cast Member of Million Dollar Listing New York gets Real!
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman interviews The First Female Cast Member of Million Dollar Listing New York, Kirsten Jordan, to discuss the balancing act of life, running a brokerage business, and being a mother of 3.
5/27/2021 • 38 minutes, 28 seconds
Part 1: A Panel Discussion with Douglas Elliman's Top Real Estate Brokers
In this two part series: Episode One, Frances Katzen explores a discussion with top real estate brokers from around the country to include: New York City, South Florida, Los Angeles, Boston, and Aspen. This panel discusses the minutia of real estate markets, their adjustments, and what we are seeing and predicting based on an unprecedented 2020. We explore what the new luxury market is. Hosted by Douglas Elliman’s CEO of Brokerage for the Western Region, Stephen Kotler, this panel explores a pivotal inflection in each city’s current market.
3/17/2021 • 29 minutes, 23 seconds
Nancy Ruddy- Passion and Architecture
Cofounder of CentraRuddy, one of the most renowned architectural firms in the world, Executive Director Nancy Ruddy speaks to her process in designing iconic and impactful global architecture. Nancy Ruddy has taken groundbreaking strides in creating powerful environments across the world, and she now invites us into hers to share the wisdom and passion that has driven her to master her art form and help define the landscape of residential living.
3/1/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 35 seconds
Episode 11: Robert Sablic, CEO of Quadra Furniture & Spaces — Elevating Properties by Creating the Fantasy
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman interviews the CEO and founder of Quadra Furniture & Spaces, Robert Sablic, to learn more on how to draw out the underlying beauty of a space through strategic staging, and the impact of how preparing any property can inherently increase its values almost immediately.
12/21/2020 • 37 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 10: Yoel Shargian, CEO of El Ad US Holding – Understanding New Development, Buildings, and Creating the Dream
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman interviews the CEO of Elad Group, Yoel Shargian, to speak on the challenges and rewards of being one of the nation’s leading Real Estate Development companies, boasting an impressive portfolio of landmark buildings—including New York City’s own Plaza Hotel—and invites him to share his story of how he rose to the top in this industry.
11/19/2020 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 23 seconds
Episode 9: Up close and personal with Howard Lorber the President and CEO of Vector Group and Chairman of its subsidiary, Douglas Elliman.
Up close and personal with Howard Lorber the President and CEO of Vector Group and Chairman of its subsidiary, Douglas Elliman. Howard is one of New York City’s most powerful real estate moguls, acquiring the brokerage in 2013 and growing it across America’s top luxury markets. The story Of how it came to be.
6/9/2020 • 58 minutes, 19 seconds
Episode 8: Jeffrey Beers - The Art of Mastering Design in a Modern World
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman interviews renowned architect and designer Jeffrey Beers of Jeffrey Beers International to discuss his sensational design aesthetics and how he has tackled mastering both Residential and Hospitality design all while balancing a healthy family life.
5/29/2020 • 52 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 7: Tracy Tutor – Getting Real Amidst Reality TV
Frances Katzen features Tracy Tutor, who knows all too well that the juggle is real. The Million Dollar Listing Star, mother, and fellow Top-Producing Real Estate Agent at Douglas Elliman, speaks to the challenges of dealing with reality, the day-to-day juggle, and how things aren’t always as they seem.
3/23/2020 • 29 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 6: Stephen Kotler - The Art of Running Brokerage
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman sits down with the CEO of Brokerage for the Western Region, Stephen Kotler, who brings over 30 years of experience as a top real estate broker, successful sales manager, and now head of Douglas Elliman's growing Western division.
3/10/2020 • 29 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 5: The Katzen Report - Conflicting Messages? Assessing the state of the NYC Real Estate Market
Featuring a quick perspective on the state of affairs of the New York Real Estate Market.
2/6/2020 • 11 minutes, 56 seconds
Episode 4: Jonathan Miller - What to know about values in a Changing Economic Climate
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman sits down with Jonathan Miller, President and CEO of Miller Samuel Inc., a real estate appraisal and consulting firm he co-founded in 1986.
1/15/2020 • 24 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 3: Ace Watanasuparp - How to organize your Financing. What to Know and When to Use It.
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman sits down with Ace Watanasuparp, discussing the how to organize your financing. What to Know and When to Use It.
12/10/2019 • 24 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode 2: Liam Bailey - Global Purchase Power and it's Impact in Today’s Climate
Global Purchase Power and How it Has Impacted Today’s Climate
11/26/2019 • 20 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 1: Frances Katzen Sits Down With Steven Matz
Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman sits down with founding Partner and Principal of Katz & Matz PC, Steven Matz, discussing the relevance of a good New York City Real Estate attorney when buying and selling in New York.
