Welcome to The Pursuit of Home, the podcast that goes beyond the bricks and mortar of real estate.
Join Scott Harris, a seasoned residential agent with over two decades of experience and $1.5 billion in sales, as he explores the emotional, psychological, and ethical challenges of buying and selling a home.
Through real stories from buyers, expert insights, and practical strategies, you’ll gain the tools to navigate the process with confidence. Your dream home isn’t just a place, it’s the key to the life you want to build.
#22: You Gotta Have Faith…in the real estate market
January 16, 2025 • 1243 MIN
Ever have doubts if you're ever going to find that home? You're not alone. What does your agent bring to the table to help keep you focused and calm? Let's take it a step further: What if your agent was more than a cheerleader, but had a deep, abiding religious faith? How would that help? Today we meet with Elizabeth Gleason, a high-performing agent in the Dallas/Grapevine Texas markets at Rogers Healy Agency. We discuss how one kind of faith begets the kind of faith you need to be successful in your real estate. Want to share your real estate story? Be in touch to schedule an intake call to be a guest on the podcast! Connect with Elizabeth Gleason:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-gleason-26bb9610/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethxgleason/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dfw.realtor Connect with the podcast:Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home: https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Pursue Your Home Via Scott’s Socials https://linktr.ee/scottieharrisScott'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.
#21: Drones In New York & Drones in the Real Estate Market
December 26, 2024 • 644 MIN
Happy holidays from everyone at The Pursuit of Home! There are drones in New Jersey. What are they? There are also drones in the real estate market. And they’re in between you and your dream home. How do you defeat them? On this episode, it’s time to go behind the scenes to discover the most important thing you can do to be successful in your real estate search, wherever you are. Listen in because it’s not what you think! Connect with the podcast:Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home: https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Pursue Your Home Via Scott’s Socials https://linktr.ee/scottieharrisScott'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.
#20: Act Like A Reporter: The Best Real Estate Questions to Ask When Buying with Erielle Reshef from ABC News
December 12, 2024 • 1460 MIN
You’re probably not a professional researcher or question-asker. But what if you had access to one when it came time to buy your house? Today we interview Erielle Reshef, ABC News Correspondent. Since 2017, she’s helped unpack the questions and stories that interest viewers on Good Morning America, ABC Evening News, and other programs. We explore how Reshef wore her professional hat during her home search. And we discuss what information could be helpful for you to gather. More than that, we discussed how she took on a renovation and how she and her husband divided the work. Whether you’re buying a home that needs renovation or not, there’s a houseload of information to absorb on this week’s episode of The Pursuit of Home. Connect with Erielle Reshef:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eriellereshef/X: https://x.com/ErielleReshefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erielle-reshef-b26a5427Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErielleReshefNews/ Connect with the podcast:Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home: https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Pursue Your Home Via Scott’s Socials https://linktr.ee/scottieharrisScott'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.
#19: How Thanksgiving Helps (and Hurts) Your Property Search
November 28, 2024 • 635 MIN
Have you ever fantasized about hosting a big Thanksgiving dinner and remembered that you don't have the space? Do you have a dining table you love that you want to fit in your new property? What if the dream you're having is not how you actually live?This week Scott hosts a solo episode where he talks about how Thanksgiving can help your property search – or can actually get in the way of it. It plays an outsize role, one that buyers don't always think about. We get into it on this week's episode of The Pursuit of Home.Connect with the podcast:Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home: https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Pursue Your Home Via Scott’s Socials https://linktr.ee/scottieharrisScott'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.
#18: How Real Buyers Deal with Bidding Wars
November 14, 2024 • 1144 MIN
There's a ramp-up time for most buyers to get comfortable making bids on houses. How long will it take for you to cross that line? But what happens when every property is selling over the asking price? How do you manage that process, emotionally and financially?On this episode, we bring on Rochester's Biggest Realtor, an agent of nearly 4 decades, Jeff Scofield. Scott and Jeff talk about how buyers should calm their nerves, figure out how much to pay over the asking price, and how often you'll have to lose a lot of deals before you win one.Connect with the podcast:Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home: https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Pursue Your Home Via Scott’s Socials https://linktr.ee/scottieharrisScott'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.
#17: When Sellers Hope You'll Love Their Pets, too.
October 31, 2024 • 770 MIN
People love their pets. But as a buyer, what if you're allergic to them? Or what if you just aren't a pet person? Today's guest is John Messina, a veteran agent in Long Island's Gold Coast – representing the finest homes out there. And boy does he have some stories to share. It can be challenging enough to find a home you love. What if a seller asked you to keep their pets along with their property? Would you do it? Is there any doubt that it would be a weird situation? Here are more situations where real people are definitely getting in the way of your real estate. Enjoy this episode of The Pursuit of Home!Connect with the podcast:Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home: https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Pursue Your Home Via Scott’s Socials https://linktr.ee/scottieharrisScott'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.
#16: “I Never Want To Buy a House” with Steve Herz, President of IF Management
October 17, 2024 • 1439 MIN
Steve Herz spent decades renting, believing owning property was a financial trap. Does this sound like something you’ve ever said? However, his long-held views were challenged by family needs and the unexpected pandemic. As an entrepreneur and founding partner of IF Management, Steve opens up about how he ended up purchasing a summer home in the Hamptons and how an apartment to buy in New York City magically appeared later, but only when he accepted that he loved urban living.Links mentioned in this episode:‘Be Where Your Feet Are’ by Scott O'Neil‘Don't Take Yes for an Answer’ by Steve HerzConnect with the podcast:Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home: https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Pursue Your Home Via Scott’s Socials https://linktr.ee/scottieharrisScott'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.
#15: How To Navigate Buyer Representation Agreements – The Wisdom of Reddit
October 3, 2024 • 1253 MIN
In our fourth solo episode, Scott heads to Reddit and the First Time Homebuyers' subreddit to learn what buyers are worrying about—and how their fellow buyers and agents have to say to help them. Don't take Scott's word for it, though he has plenty to say. Real buyers from all across the world do their best to teach you what's going on today. If you've been worried about signing Buyer Representation Agreements, this episode is for you.Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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.#BuyerRepresentationAgreements; #firsttimehomebuyers; #homebuyers; #brokeragecommission
#14: Finding Love and a House at the Same Time
September 19, 2024 • 2292 MIN
How is looking for love the same as looking for a house? can you look for both at the same time? Today our buyer is doing just that, and has quite a crazy story to tell! But even if your life is less complicated, it's helpful to think about how you can apply one study—finding a soulmate—to the other—finding your dream house. To unpack our buyer conversation, we bring on expert matchmaker Michelle Frankel to apply best-in-class practices to finding and falling in love!Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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 Michelle Frankel, CEO and Founder of NYCity Matchmaking and New Jersey Matchmaking:https://www.facebook.com/michellefrankel.nycitymatchmakinghttps://www.instagram.com/nycitymatchmaking/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
#13: The Listings Real Estate Agents Refuse
September 5, 2024 • 726 MIN
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. Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VL Apply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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
#12: The Cultural Challenges of Negotiation – Real Buyers In Tel Aviv, Israel
August 22, 2024 • 2625 MIN
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 InsightsSubscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VL Apply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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#RealEstate #NYC #ScottHarris #NewYorkCity #PursueYourHome
#11: Emerging Trends in Residential Real Estate (Our 2nd Ask Me Anything)
August 8, 2024 • 746 MIN
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!Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VL Apply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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 #PursueYourHome2SeenLike
#10: Putting Yourself in Time Out During Your Home Search
August 1, 2024 • 1136 MIN
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. Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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
#9: Ask Me Anything: The Hard-To-See Things That Might Go Wrong in Your House
July 11, 2024 • 1046 MIN
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!Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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
#8: How Not To Be A Jerk in Real Estate Negotiations
June 20, 2024 • 2050 MIN
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.Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home: https://harrisresidential.com/apply/ Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter: https://harrisresidential.com/contact/ Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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
#7: How to Future Proof Your Home Purchase
June 6, 2024 • 1840 MIN
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!Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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
#6: Can Smart Homes Make You Dumb?
May 22, 2024 • 1909 MIN
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.Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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
#5: The Push and Pull of The Practical in Your Home Search
May 9, 2024 • 2358 MIN
Do you buy a home for all the practical reasons, or do you go with your gut? Is buying based on your feelings a luxury reserved for only some? Or is all the discussion of the practical and rational just giving yourself ammunition to make the emotional decision you are going to make anyway? Let's put it another way. How do you figure out what you want? Today's buyer gives us great tools to do just that as she and her husband talk about the home they bought in New York.And since it's all about making room to get those answers, we bring in legendary therapists Dr. Laurie and Frank Zellinger, who are longtime therapists and best-selling authors based in Long Island about their experience working with their clients and talking about their clients' real estate journeys in the context of talk therapy. You'll be surprised to hear their feedback when we try to nail down what the best agents in Long Island are doing—or not doing. Frankly, it makes me even more convinced of the importance of our podcast!Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873 and online via Openreel. The Pursuit of Home is part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Subscribe here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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 Dr. Laurie and Frank Zellinger:www.DrZelinger.comScott'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
#4: Do You Have The Rocket Fuel to Buy?
April 25, 2024 • 1361 MIN
What does it take to start your home buying journey? Is it money? It courage? Or are you going to take a different path? Our buyer today opens his heart and mind for you. Listen in to the mindset of a long-time renter in New York City. We unpack this mentality with business coach and founder of i2 Leadership Laura Schwarz. Is there anything that might help you achieve liftoff? Find out on today's episode.Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873 and online via Openreel. The Pursuit of Home is part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.Subscribe here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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/Laura Schwarz, Founder & CEO of i2Leadership Links:i2leadership.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraschwarzi2/https://instagram.com/lauraschwarz_i2Scott'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
#3: What Rebuilding Your Home Looks Like
April 11, 2024 • 1529 MIN
The home search doesn’t always happen because you want it to, or when you want it to. And even when the news is great—wedding bells, positive pregnancy tests, empty nests—it isn’t any less scary. But today’s episode takes scary to the extreme. You'll meet Christina, who not only lost her house to a fire, but then had to go through a divorce on top of it? How would you handle that? Would you go and find a new house, or would you rebuild? What might you learn if you had to through this experience?To put a frame around Christina's experience, Scott speaks with Dr. Michael Aronoff, a psychiatrist and one of the hosts of Sirius XM’s Doctor Radio, to discuss best practices to handle the stress of not only situations like these, but the stress of your own home search. So don’t set your house on fire just yet...Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873 and online via Openreel. The Pursuit of Home is part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.Subscribe here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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/Dr. Michael Aronoff Links:https://med.nyu.edu/faculty/michael-s-aronoffhttps://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Its-Secrets-River-Crystal/dp/0306439689?ref_=ast_author_mpbhttps://www.siriusxm.com/channels/mental-health-radio?intcmp=AssetGroup:Any_NA_www:channel:Doctor-Radio_MentalHealthRadioScott'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
#2: It's Not Fun Feeling Like An Alien with John Khosravi
March 28, 2024 • 1493 MIN
You might feel like an outsider when it's time to buy. But in this episode of The Pursuit of Home, Host Scott Harris discusses the experience of an actual immigrant to the United States and the challenges buying a home here vs Europe—and what you might learn from her. Scott also brings on immigration attorney and host of "The Immigration Lawyers" podcast, John Khosravi. From this episode, you'll gain valuable insight into what steps you can take to avoid feeling like an alien.Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873 and online via Openreel. The Pursuit of Home is part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.Subscribe here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3ORnw0MiJ--5A9i49vS2h5VLApply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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
#1: Decluttering: Fear and Loathing VS Having Fun and Loving it
March 13, 2024 • 1645 MIN
In the premiere episode of The Pursuit of Home, Host Scott Harris discusses the topic that every seller dreads: decluttering. How can you look at this all-too-imporant task in a different way? His guest who tried a new path to letting go of stuff is none other than his mother, Lois. His featured expert to give you more tips is Instagram influencer and well-known Home Organizer Jordan Marks of It's Organized.Subscribe To The Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pursuit-of-home-with-scott-harris/id1735802964Apply to Be On The Pursuit of Home:https://harrisresidential.com/apply/Sign Up For Scott's Newsletter:https://harrisresidential.com/contact/Connect with Scott Harris:https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/scott-harrisLinkedIn 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/ Learn more about Jordan Marks of It's Organized!https://www.instagram.com/itsorganizedAsk Jordan Questions:https://www.its-organized.com/ Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873 and online via Openreel. The Pursuit of Home is part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. 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