Douglas Elliman CEO Shares Secrets To Success in Real Estate and Life

In this episode of Real Estate Investing in New York, I'm thrilled to sit down with the remarkable Michael Liebowitz, CEO of Douglas Elliman Real Estate, whose journey from Staten Island to leading one of the most prestigious luxury real estate brands is nothing short of inspirational. Michael's genuine approach to business, from trusting his gut on a game-changing insurance deal to manifesting success through visualization, showcases why he's not just a brilliant business mind, but truly one of the most down-to-earth leaders I've encountered.

About the Guest:
Michael Liebowitz serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Douglas Elliman and as a member of our Board of Directors. Mr. Liebowitz is an entrepreneur, private investor, and seasoned business executive with extensive experience founding, acquiring, and monetizing businesses in the insurance and financial industries.

About the Host:
Christina Kremidas is a lifelong New Yorker who brings her extensive background in advertising to her successful real estate career in Manhattan. Her personal experience as a property investor and landlord in New York City gives her unique insight into her client's needs, while her negotiation expertise and market knowledge have quickly established her as a top-performing agent, ranking among the top 1.5% of licensed Agents in the United States for Sales Volume and among the Top 10 highest producing Small Teams at Douglas Elliman Real Estate.

Beyond her professional achievements, Christina is deeply involved in the NYC community.  She is a founding Steward at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine at the World Trade Center, where she serves on the Parish Council and leads social media, marketing, and young adult initiatives.

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Timestamps

0:00 Michael Liebowitz Introduction
3:03 Michael's humble beginnings and background
9:10 The insurance transaction story that put Michael on the map,
17:38 Douglas Elliman's brand positioning in the high-end luxury real estate market
28:55 Achieving exclusivity with major companies like General Motors, Goldman Sachs, and JP Morgan
39:15 Michael's perspective on leadership intuition
43:52 The future of the real estate industry and AI technology
47:27 Michael's forecast for the 2025 residential real estate market
50:01 Michael's beliefs on visualization, manifestation, and the importance of personal development for success