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Is New York City's housing market on the verge of collapse?
In this explosive episode of the Broker Brunch Podcast, legendary commercial real estate broker Bob Knakal joins investor Peter Hungerford and host Brian Whelan for a brutally honest conversation about the future of NYC real estate—and the politicians making it worse.

From the 2019 rent law fallout to the failure of 421a and the watered-down 485X, the city's housing policy is broken. Foreclosures are rising. Landlords are leaving. Developers are sitting on the sidelines. But why?

🧠 What you'll learn in this video:
- Why NYC housing owners are furious—and financially squeezed
- The real reason politicians won’t build more housing (hint: it’s votes, not values)
- How distressed debt is trading at 30 cents on the dollar
- Why tax abatements and rezoning aren’t giveaways—they're solutions
- What must change in 2025 to avoid a full housing meltdown

If you're a real estate investor, landlord, policymaker, or just want to understand what’s happening behind the scenes of NYC’s housing crisis, this is a must-watch.

Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJs48M4KXHo

🗽 Subscribe for more real estate insight from Bob Knakal and guests:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@BrokerBrunch


🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe to stay updated on NYC’s real estate landscape!

📢 Comment below: Do you think NYC will fix its housing crisis in 2025, or are we headed for a deeper collapse?

#NYCRealEstate #BobKnakal #BrokerBrunch #PeterHungerford #RealEstatePodcast #HousingCrisis #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #NYCHousing #AffordableHousing #DistressedDebt #RealEstateNews

Is New York City's housing market on the verge of collapse?
In this explosive episode of the Broker Brunch Podcast, legendary commercial real estate broker Bob Knakal joins investor Peter Hungerford and host Brian Whelan for a brutally honest conversation about the future of NYC real estate—and the politicians making it worse.

From the 2019 rent law fallout to the failure of 421a and the watered-down 485X, the city's housing policy is broken. Foreclosures are rising. Landlords are leaving. Developers are sitting on the sidelines. But why?

🧠 What you'll learn in this video:
– Why NYC housing owners are furious—and financially squeezed
– The real reason politicians won’t build more housing (hint: it’s votes, not values)
– How distressed debt is trading at 30 cents on the dollar
– Why tax abatements and rezoning aren’t giveaways—they're solutions
– What must change in 2025 to avoid a full housing meltdown

If you're a real estate investor, landlord, policymaker, or just want to understand what’s happening behind the scenes of NYC’s housing crisis, this is a must-watch.

Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJs48M4KXHo

🗽 Subscribe for more real estate insight from Bob Knakal and guests:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@BrokerBrunch


🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe to stay updated on NYC’s real estate landscape!

📢 Comment below: Do you think NYC will fix its housing crisis in 2025, or are we headed for a deeper collapse?

#NYCRealEstate #BobKnakal #BrokerBrunch #PeterHungerford #RealEstatePodcast #HousingCrisis #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #NYCHousing #AffordableHousing #DistressedDebt #RealEstateNews

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This Is Why NYC Housing Isn't Affordable | Real Talk from Bob Knakal & Peter Hungerford

Bob Knakal 16 hours ago

The Sequence by Alan Buchanan – A Must-Read for CRE Professionals

In this video, Bob Knakal, Chairman and CEO of BKREA and one of the most successful commercial real estate brokers in NYC history, shares his thoughts on The Sequence by Alan Buchanan.

➡️ This isn’t just a book—it’s a career journey, a letter to Alan’s grandchildren, and a powerful testament to the enduring principles of brokerage, ethics, and legacy in the commercial real estate industry.

🎯 Whether you're a new broker just breaking into the business or a seasoned veteran looking to reflect on what really matters, The Sequence is filled with lessons, life stories, and insights from one of the top CRE professionals in the country.

👉 Bob gives you his honest take, midway through reading it, on what makes this book special—and why it’s worth your time.

🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
- Why The Sequence stands out from other CRE books
- The unique storytelling format as a letter to future generations
- What makes Alan Buchanan one of the top brokers in the U.S.
- Bob Knakal’s personal endorsement and takeaway as a peer
- How this book fits into your personal development as a broker

📚 Get Your Copy of “The Sequence” on Amazon.

🔗 Connect with Bob Knakal:
LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobknakal/
Website → https://www.bkrea.com
Instagram → @BobKnakalNYC
Twitter → @BobKnakal

💬 QUESTION FOR YOU:
Have you read The Sequence by Alan Buchanan? What was your biggest takeaway? Drop it in the comments below—I’d love to hear your perspective.

👍 If you got value from this video, hit LIKE
🔔 Subscribe to the channel for more content on CRE, mentorship, and deal stories
📢 Share this with a fellow broker who needs to hear it

#CommercialRealEstate #BrokerLife #AlanBuchanan #TheSequence #BobKnakal #CREBookReview #RealEstateMentorship #DealMaking #NYCRE #InvestmentSales #BookRecommendations #TuesdayTestimonial #SuccessInRealEstate

The Sequence by Alan Buchanan – A Must-Read for CRE Professionals

In this video, Bob Knakal, Chairman and CEO of BKREA and one of the most successful commercial real estate brokers in NYC history, shares his thoughts on The Sequence by Alan Buchanan.

➡️ This isn’t just a book—it’s a career journey, a letter to Alan’s grandchildren, and a powerful testament to the enduring principles of brokerage, ethics, and legacy in the commercial real estate industry.

🎯 Whether you're a new broker just breaking into the business or a seasoned veteran looking to reflect on what really matters, The Sequence is filled with lessons, life stories, and insights from one of the top CRE professionals in the country.

👉 Bob gives you his honest take, midway through reading it, on what makes this book special—and why it’s worth your time.

🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
– Why The Sequence stands out from other CRE books
– The unique storytelling format as a letter to future generations
– What makes Alan Buchanan one of the top brokers in the U.S.
– Bob Knakal’s personal endorsement and takeaway as a peer
– How this book fits into your personal development as a broker

📚 Get Your Copy of “The Sequence” on Amazon.

🔗 Connect with Bob Knakal:
LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobknakal/
Website → https://www.bkrea.com
Instagram → @BobKnakalNYC
Twitter → @BobKnakal

💬 QUESTION FOR YOU:
Have you read The Sequence by Alan Buchanan? What was your biggest takeaway? Drop it in the comments below—I’d love to hear your perspective.

👍 If you got value from this video, hit LIKE
🔔 Subscribe to the channel for more content on CRE, mentorship, and deal stories
📢 Share this with a fellow broker who needs to hear it

#CommercialRealEstate #BrokerLife #AlanBuchanan #TheSequence #BobKnakal #CREBookReview #RealEstateMentorship #DealMaking #NYCRE #InvestmentSales #BookRecommendations #TuesdayTestimonial #SuccessInRealEstate

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Top CRE Broker Reacts to "The Sequence" by Alan Buchanan | Real Estate Book Review

Bob Knakal October 14, 2025 7:35 am

Commercial real estate isn’t just about comps and cap rates. It’s about crafting a story that drives value. In this video, Bob Knakal, Chairman & CEO of BKREA, reveals the year-long process behind the creation of a 320-page coffee-table-style marketing weapon:
"The Ultimate Guide to Selling a Development Site at the Highest Possible Price."

This is more than a book. It’s 960,000 pages of proof. Over 200 real NYC development site sales with photos, strategy breakdowns, seller testimonials, and pricing data — all designed to stack proof, build trust, and win listings.

If you’re a commercial real estate broker, developer, investor, or seller, this video will shift how you think about marketing, positioning, and value creation in the world of development site sales.

📩 Want the digital version of the book?
Email BK@BKREA.com
 or DM Bob on LinkedIn.

🔍 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS VIDEO:
- Why story beats specs in development site marketing
- How to use “proof stacking” to dominate pitches
- Real examples of NYC development sites sold for max value
- Bob Knakal’s strategic approach to winning listings
- The future of high-stakes CRE marketing and positioning

🧠 WHO THIS IS FOR:
- NYC property owners and land sellers
- Commercial real estate brokers and teams
- Investors and developers looking for competitive edge
- CRE marketers and capital markets professionals

📌 CONNECT WITH BOB KNAKAL:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bobknakal
📧 Email: BK@BKREA.com
📞 BKREA: www.BKREA.com

If you’re serious about getting top dollar for your property, this book will show you what it actually takes.

📥 Reach out directly for your digital copy.

📢 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for more investment sales insight from the front lines of NYC real estate.

Commercial real estate isn’t just about comps and cap rates. It’s about crafting a story that drives value. In this video, Bob Knakal, Chairman & CEO of BKREA, reveals the year-long process behind the creation of a 320-page coffee-table-style marketing weapon:
"The Ultimate Guide to Selling a Development Site at the Highest Possible Price."

This is more than a book. It’s 960,000 pages of proof. Over 200 real NYC development site sales with photos, strategy breakdowns, seller testimonials, and pricing data — all designed to stack proof, build trust, and win listings.

If you’re a commercial real estate broker, developer, investor, or seller, this video will shift how you think about marketing, positioning, and value creation in the world of development site sales.

📩 Want the digital version of the book?
Email BK@BKREA.com
or DM Bob on LinkedIn.

🔍 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS VIDEO:
– Why story beats specs in development site marketing
– How to use “proof stacking” to dominate pitches
– Real examples of NYC development sites sold for max value
– Bob Knakal’s strategic approach to winning listings
– The future of high-stakes CRE marketing and positioning

🧠 WHO THIS IS FOR:
– NYC property owners and land sellers
– Commercial real estate brokers and teams
– Investors and developers looking for competitive edge
– CRE marketers and capital markets professionals

📌 CONNECT WITH BOB KNAKAL:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bobknakal
📧 Email: BK@BKREA.com
📞 BKREA: www.BKREA.com

If you’re serious about getting top dollar for your property, this book will show you what it actually takes.

📥 Reach out directly for your digital copy.

📢 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for more investment sales insight from the front lines of NYC real estate.

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The Ultimate Guide to Selling a Development Site at the Highest Possible Price

Bob Knakal October 13, 2025 7:35 am

In this video, I share the raw, unfiltered truth about how we almost went bankrupt—multiple times—during one of the toughest financial crises in history.

Back in the early days, long before we sold billions in real estate, we were scraping by on credit cards, loans, and hustle. The Savings and Loan Crisis nearly wiped us out. The market was frozen. Lenders weren’t selling paper. Deals were non-existent.

So how did we survive—and later thrive?

In this episode, you'll hear:
- Why perseverance matters more than perfect timing
- What the Savings & Loan Crisis taught me about long-term thinking
- Why most people misunderstand what success really looks like
- Lessons from the trenches that still apply in today's volatile real estate market

Whether you're a broker, entrepreneur, investor, or just someone going through a tough time, this story is for you. Because surviving isn’t failure—it’s compounding resilience.

WHO AM I?

I’m Bob Knakal, Chairman & CEO of BKREA and former co-founder of Massey Knakal Realty Services. With over 2,342 properties sold and $22B+ in transaction volume, I help brokers, investors, and entrepreneurs build careers—and legacies—that last.

🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR WEEKLY INSIGHTS

https://www.youtube.com/@BobKnakalBKREA
👉 New videos every week on:
Commercial Real Estate Strategy
Sales Mastery
Resilience & Motivation
Behind-the-Scenes Deal Stories

📣 LET’S CONNECT
📩 Email: BK@BKREA.com
📱 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobknakal
🌐 Website: https://www.bkrea.com


#RealEstateMotivation #CommercialRealEstate #BobKnakal #BrokerLife #SavingsAndLoanCrisis #RealEstateCrash #Perseverance #SuccessStory #NYCRealEstate #ResilienceInBusiness #BKREA #KnakalKnuggets

In this video, I share the raw, unfiltered truth about how we almost went bankrupt—multiple times—during one of the toughest financial crises in history.

Back in the early days, long before we sold billions in real estate, we were scraping by on credit cards, loans, and hustle. The Savings and Loan Crisis nearly wiped us out. The market was frozen. Lenders weren’t selling paper. Deals were non-existent.

So how did we survive—and later thrive?

In this episode, you'll hear:
– Why perseverance matters more than perfect timing
– What the Savings & Loan Crisis taught me about long-term thinking
– Why most people misunderstand what success really looks like
– Lessons from the trenches that still apply in today's volatile real estate market

Whether you're a broker, entrepreneur, investor, or just someone going through a tough time, this story is for you. Because surviving isn’t failure—it’s compounding resilience.

WHO AM I?

I’m Bob Knakal, Chairman & CEO of BKREA and former co-founder of Massey Knakal Realty Services. With over 2,342 properties sold and $22B+ in transaction volume, I help brokers, investors, and entrepreneurs build careers—and legacies—that last.

🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR WEEKLY INSIGHTS

https://www.youtube.com/@BobKnakalBKREA
👉 New videos every week on:
Commercial Real Estate Strategy
Sales Mastery
Resilience & Motivation
Behind-the-Scenes Deal Stories

📣 LET’S CONNECT
📩 Email: BK@BKREA.com
📱 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobknakal
🌐 Website: https://www.bkrea.com


#RealEstateMotivation #CommercialRealEstate #BobKnakal #BrokerLife #SavingsAndLoanCrisis #RealEstateCrash #Perseverance #SuccessStory #NYCRealEstate #ResilienceInBusiness #BKREA #KnakalKnuggets

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How I Nearly Went Bankrupt (And Built a $22 Billion Career Anyway)

Bob Knakal October 8, 2025 7:35 am

AWDTS – Zombie Buildings

Bob Knakal September 29, 2025 7:36 am