In this episode, I sit down with Bob Knakal, one of New York City’s top real estate brokers, to discuss his career journey—from co-founding Massey Knakal Realty Services to selling it for $100 million, and now launching his new firm, BRKEA. Bob shares real estate investing strategies, broker success tips, and advice on building a successful real estate business. We also dive into how AI is changing the real estate industry, the future of stabilized assets in NYC, and common mistakes new brokers make.
00:00 Montage
01:33 Introduction to Bob Knakal: Real Estate Expert
04:19 Bob Knakal’s Real Estate Background & Career Journey
06:47 College & Its Role in Bob’s Real Estate Success—or Lack Thereof
09:03 Starting Massey Knakal: When to Stay or Leave in Real Estate
24:38 Selling Massey Knakal for $100 Million: A Real Estate Success Story
28:04 Top Advice for New Real Estate Brokers
29:45 (Ad) CubX
31:09 Holding Stabilized Assets in NYC: HSTPA’s Impact on Real Estate Policy
47:22 BRKEA: Bob Knakal’s New Real Estate Company & Its Vision for the Future
50:52 How AI Is Shaping the Future of Real Estate Investment
55:44 What Bob Knakal Is Most Proud of from Massey Knakal
59:56 Common Real Estate Mistakes & Advice for New Agents
1:03:29 Bob Knakal’s Most Impressive Work in Real Estate & Keys to Success
1:10:01 Securing Real Estate Listings: Best Strategies & Tactics
1:12:29 Bob Knakal’s Legacy: What He Wants to Be Remembered for in Real Estate
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Email: bk@krea.com
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