What would make a seasoned real estate agent say no to sellers who want to hire them to sell a property? Join Scott Harris, in this eye-opening episode of The Pursuit of Home as he recounts some of the most bizarre and challenging experiences he’s encountered over two decades in real estate. From a bird that wouldn't leave him alone to a home filled to the brim with clutter, discover why sometimes an agent simply has to walk away. It's about much more than just the condition of the property—it can also be the seller's attitude and unrealistic pricing expectations that become the ultimate deal-breakers.

But it's not all weird and wacky tales. Scott also shares how agents manage difficult transactions and personalities, and bumps in the road you’ll want to avoid, too. These insights can save you time, money, and stress. This episode is packed with real-life stories and practical advice that you won’t find on any TV show or glossy magazine. So, tune in for a candid, entertaining, and educational conversation about the true highs and lows of buying and selling homes.

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https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harris

LinkedIn Thoughts on Real Estate & Beyond:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisresidential/

Scott's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/scottieharris/

Scott's Team Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/harrisresidentialteam/

Scott's firm, Brown Harris Stevens, is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

www.bhsusa.com

You think it's tough in the US to buy a house? Try finding a home without a functioning real estate market—during a war, no less. Today we speak with a home buyer who expresses her surprising frustrations to find a home. We try to understand why one of the tech centers of the world doesn't put its know-how to work, and look at the cultural side of real estate with Daniel Frankenstein, the co-founder of Israel-focused VC fund Joule Ventures.

Chapters:

(00:00) Navigating Real Estate

(04:47) Real Estate Challenges in Israel

(11:35) Real Estate Culture in Israel

(17:56) Innovating Real Estate in Israel

(32:10) Building Trust in Real Estate Industry

(42:26) Global Real Estate Insights

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https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harris

LinkedIn Thoughts on Real Estate & Beyond:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisresidential/

Scott's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/scottieharris/

Scott's Team Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/harrisresidentialteam/

Connect with Daniel Frankenstein:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielhfrankenstein/

Daniel’s Partner - Joule Ventures:

https://www.joulevc.com/

Scott's firm, Brown Harris Stevens, is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

www.bhsusa.com

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What are the emerging trends you can find in your home? Are there any big surprises? This week, Scott fields more questions from listeners about the latest eco-friendly trends, why they are popular, and why they aren't! If you're thinking of buying a home anytime soon, you won't want to miss this episode!

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https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harris

LinkedIn Thoughts on Real Estate & Beyond:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisresidential/

Scott's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/scottieharris/

Scott's Team Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/harrisresidentialteam/

Scott's firm, Brown Harris Stevens, is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

www.bhsusa.com

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What if you realize you need to step back in the middle of your search for some reason? To save a little more money, to deal with something personal, to navigate the market itself? How would you feel? How much would you lean on your real estate agent? To answer these questions, we spoke with a real estate agent from Westchester, Julie Alcee, someone who got very use to putting people in time out in her former life—when she was a schoolteacher!

On this episode, we talk about the emotional side of navigating some of the toughest parts of being a first-time buyer, especially when you hear news you don't want to hear.

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https://harrisresidential.com/contact/

Connect with Scott Harris:

https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harris

LinkedIn Thoughts on Real Estate & Beyond:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisresidential/

Scott's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/scottieharris/

Scott's Team Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/harrisresidentialteam/

Scott's firm, Brown Harris Stevens, is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

www.bhsusa.com

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This is the podcast's first Ask Me Anything episode, and it's dedicated to a specific set of questions we've compiled from listener feedback. Today, we discuss the things you can't see in your future house, and what things might go wrong. Learn about air rights and inspections; boilers; falling bricks; termites; first-time buyers classes; and much more on today's episode of The Pursuit of Home.

Don't forget to email us with your questions!

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https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harris

LinkedIn Thoughts on Real Estate & Beyond:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisresidential/

Scott's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/scottieharris/

Scott's Team Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/harrisresidentialteam/

Scott's firm, Brown Harris Stevens, is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

www.bhsusa.com

#RealEstate #NYC #ScottHarris #NewYorkCity #PursueYourHome

Do you think you need to be a jerk in your negotiations? Do you think it's going to get you a better deal? It's high time to rethink this idea. What if there's a completely different way to get to the closing table, with a deal and a house you love? Today's buyer has a superpower that does just that: Relationship-building.

On today's episode of The Pursuit of Home, we listen to her story. We also unpack the power of kindness to get deals done with Sam Jacobs, the founder of Pavilion, a global professional community.

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Connect with Scott Harris:

https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harris

LinkedIn Thoughts on Real Estate & Beyond:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisresidential/

Scott's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/scottieharris/

Scott's Team Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/harrisresidentialteam/

Scott's firm, Brown Harris Stevens, is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

www.bhsusa.com

#RealEstate #NYC #ScottHarris #NewYorkCity #PursueYourHome

How do you make sure that the home you want to buy is the right one for now, and for the future? Today's buyer Avi introduces an amazing framework to help anyone make that decision. To help unpack this conversation, we also bring on extraordinary business coach John Mark Shaw. What looks like a difficult decision might be easier than you think!

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Connect with Scott Harris:

https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harris

LinkedIn Thoughts on Real Estate & Beyond:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisresidential/

Scott's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/scottieharris/

Scott's Team Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/harrisresidentialteam/

Connect with Mark Shaw:
https://www.johnmarkshaw.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmarkshaw/

Scott's firm, Brown Harris Stevens, is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

www.bhsusa.com

#RealEstate #NYC #ScottHarris #NewYorkCity #PursueYourHome

This week's buyer, Dana, and her husband pursue a home in Chicago's tony Northern Shore suburbs. What didn't they count on? The cost of their home's smart technology.

We unpack their experience with master AV installer Michael Stellmann of Stellmann Electronics). What should you pay to maintain your home systems? What should you look out for? How do you undo your seller's customizations? All of this and more in this week's episode of The Pursuit of Home.

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https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VL

Apply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:

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Connect with Scott Harris:

https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harris

LinkedIn Thoughts on Real Estate & Beyond:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisresidential/

Scott's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/scottieharris/

Scott's Team Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/harrisresidentialteam/

Contact Michael Stellmann:

https://www.stellmannelectrical.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-stellmann-8402125a/

https://instagram.com/stellmannelectricalcorp/

Scott's firm, Brown Harris Stevens, is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.

www.bhsusa.com

#RealEstate #NYC #ScottHarris #NewYorkCity #PursueYourHome