Today, Noah and John from UrbanDigs sit down with The Agency's Joan Kagan to discuss the current Manhattan real estate market. With 16 years of experience and a team of five, Joan is a seasoned professional who shares her unfiltered insights on market trends, the impact of interest rates, and strategies for both buyers and sellers in today's fluctuating market. Joan discusses the importance of adaptability, the role of family support in home buying, and the emotional resilience required for success in real estate. If you're new to the industry or an experienced agent, tune in for some great advice on navigating the complexities of today's market.

Highlights:
00:35 - Current state of the Manhattan real estate market
02:10 - Acceptance of current interest rates by buyers and the shift in market dynamics
04:40 - Who's selling?
07:10 - Buyers and low-balls
08:30 - The importance of educating sellers about buyer behavior and managing expectations
09:50 - The rising rental market and the role of family support in the purchase process
13:02 - Joan's "data diet," including resources like UrbanDigs, Jonathan Miller's weekly emails, and others
14:35 - Advice for new agents

The Joan Kagan Team Page at The Agency
https://www.theagencyre.com/team/the-joan-kagan-team

Connect with Joan on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joankagannyc/

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