Bobby Gellert - Shares of New York

01/23/2026

Waiting for the “perfect time” can be expensive.

I hear this a lot:

“I’m just going to wait until rates drop.”

Totally understandable.

But here’s the reality most people miss:

When rates drop, competition usually rises.

That often means higher prices, fewer concessions, and faster decisions.

The market doesn’t reward waiting.

It rewards planning.

No pressure — just something worth thinking about.

Gratefully, B
https://geni.us/theSHAREDMOVEMETHOD
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01/21/2026

The housing market isn’t “broken.” It’s changing.

Everyone keeps asking the same question:

“Is the market about to crash?”

The better question is:

Why does housing feel so much harder than it used to?

It’s not just prices.
It’s not just interest rates.
It’s how all the pieces are stacking up at once.

Over the next few weeks, I’m going to share what I’m seeing on the ground — minus the hype and headlines.

If you’re buying, selling, renting, or just paying attention… this will matter. 🏠

Gratefully, B
https://geni.us/theSHAREDMOVEMETHOD
https://geni.us/NavigatingProbate

09/12/2024

Should you try to time the real estate market?

A lot of people try to wait for the perfect moment to buy or sell their home.

They’re hoping prices will drop. They’re hoping mortgage rates will fall even further.

And we get it—everyone wants to make the best financial decision possible.

But here’s the reality…

Trying to perfectly time the housing market is incredibly difficult.

Rates are dropping, but there’s no guarantee they’ll keep falling in the short term. Right now, a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is hovering around 6.3%—a welcome drop from last year’s peak of 7.8%.

The Federal Reserve’s future rate cuts will depend heavily on the strength of the labor market. If the labor market stays strong, we might see smaller rate cuts, meaning rates could fluctuate slightly this fall.

But what’s more important than timing the market is focusing on what you can control.

If you’re a buyer, that means finding a home that fits your needs and budget, rather than waiting for the perfect rate. If rates drop significantly later, you can always consider refinancing.

If you’re selling, it’s about pricing your home competitively from the start. The fall season tends to slow down, but with inventory still relatively low, well-priced homes are still attracting interest.

Ultimately, making a decision that fits your personal situation will always be more valuable than trying to predict the unpredictable.

Staying informed and making thoughtful moves will help you build wealth and meet your long-term goals.

As always, we're here if you need us.

04/19/2024

Have you heard about the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) settlement?

Last month, NAR came to an agreement in a lawsuit that will change the real estate industry for agents, brokers, homebuyers, sellers, and more. Your everyday transactions will look different, and some of the basics you might be used to are going to change.

Wondering how this affects you and your plans? We’ve got answers. ⤵️

Discover the potential benefits and drawbacks of the NAR settlement for home buyers and sellers, and learn to navigate the new landscape of real estate transactions.

03/29/2024

More sellers are coming to the market every week—here's why...

There are 24% more homes on the market than this time one year ago—and 102% more than two years ago. (Source: Altos Research)

The number of homeowners deciding to list is consistently growing, and here are just a few reasons why:

1. Recognizing that their property value has soared over the past couple of years, sellers see the current market as a prime opportunity to cash out and make their next move.

2. Mark Zandi, Moody’s Analytics' chief economist, notes that homeowners are increasingly acknowledging the reality that mortgage rates are unlikely to return to the lows experienced at the time of their initial purchases, prompting more of them to consider selling.

3. Life happens. Unforeseen events, such as job changes, family expansions, or personal circumstances make listing their home absolutely necessary.

4. Some homeowners are optimistic that more and more buyers have adjusted to the current mortgage rates.

p.s. Considering a move but curious if it's the right time to sell for you? We'd love to help. To set up a 1:1 consultation, just DM me.

03/27/2024

Buying and selling at the same time?

This can be stressful.

Here’s an example of how we navigate this concern right from the beginning with our Shared Move Method.

If you want to learn more, reach out and I’ll send you my free guide.

03/27/2024

In 2018 I restructured my work life so that I could take the helm back of the real estate brokerage I founded in 2004

My parents had been running the company day to day for the past decade or so.

However, my dad’s health was ailing and my mom and the company needed the support.

Two years later, Alzheimers would win and my dad passed in December of 2020.

Being able to be there to see my dad almost everyday and support my mom has been such a blessing and incredibly important to me. I’m grateful to have been in a position to do so.

There are so many emotions involved, especially being the child that is close by or that has the ability to dedicate the time. You need to keep your siblings in the loop and make sure everyone is on the same page and yet you’re dealing with the situation first hand.

I see this all the time with my clients.

One sibling lives close by and is handling mom or dads estate, while the others are contributing from a distance.

Everyone’s doing their best but it’s difficult. No matter what.

And whether your parent has passed or is no longer able to care for themselves, each situation presents it’s own set of challenges.

You have legal questions, questions about what to do with decades of belongings and possibly a tight time frame if you need the equity to pay for care facilities and the like.

The bottom line? You need someone with the knowledge and experience to handle these situations and guide you in the right direction.

That’s why I created my 5 step process, The Shared Move Method. It’s designed to help you navigate these times in a collaborative way so you feel supported in the areas that matter the most.

If you want to learn more, reach out and I'll send you my free guide.

03/27/2024

One item that is consistent among my downsizing clients?

While everyone thinks its price, it’s actually the timing of the closing. Most clients don’t want to feel rushed out of their home.

That’s just one of the reasons why I work closely with our attorney’s to write contracts that streamline the process.

Of course, no two deals are the same but there are things that constantly pop up in the offer process.

This is just another part of our Shared Move Method. Watch the video to learn more.

03/26/2024

I met F.P. at a financing seminar I was hosting. He waited until the very end to speak with me after everyone left. He offered me the listing on the sale of his home right on the spot.

He said he did this because he was impressed with how I answered everyone’s questions. He was especially impressed with the patience I extended to one attendee that had a very personal issue that I helped her resolve - after it seems many other professionals were not able to do so.

Here’s what F.P. had to say about working with me.

“Selling one’s home can produce a lot of anxiety, but Bobby’s professionalism, confidence, genuine caring for his clients, superb communication throughout the process, and a winning personality that makes you feel as though your home is the only one he is helping to sell made our experience anything but an anxious one. It was a pleasure. With regard to his brokerage skills, it is hard for me to imagine anyone better. His knowledge of the market, advice on presentation of our home, pricing of the home, and aggressive and thorough marketing led to an offer at the second open house! I can’t imagine it gets any better than that. So go ahead meet Bobby Gellert and enjoy accomplishing your real estate goal!”
As you can see when it came time to sell the home, we priced it right and checked every box when it came to marketing .

In fact, those two things are non-negotiables when you list with me. I talk more about each in my guide, The Shared Move Method, particularly steps 3 and 4.

If you like to learn more, download my free guide and if you have any questions, just reach out.

03/26/2024

If you could pick a superpower, what would it be?