Broker's Angle

On this episode of Broker's Angle, Hal Coopersmith sits down with JD Cohen to talk about the journey from leasing broker to real estate owner. JD shares how more than a decade and 900+ office and retail transactions helped him develop a unique edge when acquiring and repositioning Class B office buildings, why he sees opportunity in today’s market, and how pre-built, furnished office space is changing what tenants want. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From professional soccer goalkeeper to New York City commercial real estate broker, Justin Myers shares how the skills he developed on the field, communication, leadership, adaptability, and teamwork, have shaped his 15-year career in office leasing. In this episode of Broker’s Angle, Justin discusses learning the New York City market “through shoe leather,” building long-term client relationships, knowing when to pivot for a client, and why becoming an expert in a specific submarket can set a broker apart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Broker’s Angle, Hal Coopersmith sits down with Ryan Gessin to explore how specializing in New York City’s outer borough office markets helped him build a unique and thriving business. Ryan shares his journey from making cold calls with no market experience to becoming a trusted advisor for landlords, healthcare providers, AI companies, and institutional owners across Brooklyn and Queens. The conversation dives into the evolution of the outer borough office market, the rise of AI-driven leasing demand, and why deep specialization and mentorship are the keys to long-term success in commercial real estate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Broker's Angle, Hal Coopersmith sits down with Patrick Steffens of Avison Young to discuss his journey in commercial real estate, the importance of building long-term client relationships, and the growing role of charter schools in New York City's real estate market. Patrick shares insights on structuring successful lease negotiations, leveraging landlord-side experience to better represent tenants, and navigating the unique challenges of educational real estate transactions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jonathan Anapol shares insights from a career spanning more than 3,000 lease transactions across New York City. He discusses the importance of truly understanding clients, matching businesses with the right spaces, and how experience, market knowledge, and entrepreneurship have shaped his approach to commercial real estate in an industry that continues to evolve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.