Your Real Estate Connection in Westchester

Ep #68: ChatGPT Has Answers. Your Local Agent Has Insight.

Can AI help you buy or sell a home more effectively? In this episode, I explore that question by putting ChatGPT to the test. As artificial intelligence becomes a bigger part of everyday life, many buyers and sellers are using it to research neighborhoods, understand financing, compare homes, and even prepare for negotiations. While AI can be a powerful tool, I wanted to examine where it adds value and where local expertise still makes all the difference. With the help of Byram Hills student Tyler Kravitz, I interview ChatGPT using common questions that buyers and sellers ask throughout the real estate process. We cover everything from affordability and pre-approvals to bidding wars, pricing strategies, renovations, and timing the market. Along the way, I share my perspective on which answers are helpful, where important context is missing, and why hyper-local knowledge cannot be replicated by algorithms alone. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: harrietlibovhomes.com/68 [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/68] See my current listings here: harrietlibovhomes.com [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/]

Ep #67: Think Like a Buyer, Sell Your Home Like a Pro in 2026

If you're thinking about selling your home, are you truly seeing it through a buyer's eyes? In this episode, I walk you through what buyers are actually looking for in today's 2026 market and how that should shape the decisions you make before listing. With inventory still tight in Northern Westchester and competition strong, understanding buyer expectations is one of the most powerful ways to maximize your sale price. You'll hear how small but strategic changes like painting, flooring updates, decluttering, and deep cleaning can significantly impact your home's value and appeal. I also talk about pricing strategy and why local expertise is critical when determining how to position your home in the market. If you want your home to sell for the highest possible price, this episode will help you think like a buyer and prepare like a professional. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: harrietlibovhomes.com/67 [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/67] See my current listings here: harrietlibovhomes.com [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/]

Ep #66: What's New in Real Estate for 2026 & Current Outlook with Elizabeth Nunan, CEO of Houlihan Lawrence

What's changing in real estate as we move through 2026, and what does it mean for buyers and sellers here in Westchester? In this episode, I'm joined by Elizabeth Nunan, CEO of Houlihan Lawrence, to break down what we're seeing nationally and how it's translating locally. From shifting buyer mindsets to evolving market conditions, we explore how today's market feels different from the past few years and why experience and strategy matter more than ever. We talk about how buyers and sellers have moved from waiting on the sidelines to accepting today's realities, with decisions now driven more by life events than market timing. Liz shares how interest rates are influencing behavior differently, why today's buyers are more financially sophisticated, and how generational wealth is quietly reshaping demand. We also dive into the growing role of technology and AI in the buying and selling process, and why, despite all of it, the value of local expertise has never been more important. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: harrietlibovhomes.com/66 [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/66] See my current listings here: harrietlibovhomes.com [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/]

Ep #65: Finding Balance with Maura Carlin and Christie Derrico from The Balance Dilemma

Finding balance is something almost all of us are striving for, whether we are raising children, building careers, or stepping into a new season of life. In this episode, I'm joined by Maura Carlin and Christie Derrico, hosts of the The Balance Dilemma, for a thoughtful conversation about ambition, identity, and the constant evolution of what balance really means. Maura and Christie share how their friendship began, how their podcast has evolved over nearly 100 episodes, and the powerful stories they've uncovered along the way. From working mothers navigating career pivots to couples redefining partnership roles, their guests offer honest reflections on what it takes to build a life that feels intentional. We also talk about boundaries, reinvention, and how our children's generation is approaching work and family in new ways. If you have ever questioned how to juggle professional goals with personal priorities, this episode will resonate with you. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: harrietlibovhomes.com/65 [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/65] See my current listings here: harrietlibovhomes.com [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/]

Ep #64: Building Powerful Business Connections in Westchester featuring BCW's Amanda DePalma and Linda Tyler

Building strong business relationships is one of the most powerful ways to grow professionally in Westchester, and today's episode highlights an organization that makes those connections possible every day. I'm joined by Amanda DePalma and Linda Tyler from the Business Council of Westchester to talk about how they support and connect business owners, leaders, and organizations across the county. If you are thinking about how to expand your network, grow your visibility, or get more involved locally in 2026, this episode offers a clear look at what that can actually look like in practice. You'll hear how thoughtful introductions, curated events, and consistent engagement can create real momentum. This is a conversation about connection, opportunity, and the value of showing up in the right rooms. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: harrietlibovhomes.com/64 [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/64] See my current listings here: harrietlibovhomes.com [https://harrietlibovhomes.com/]