Talking Manhattan

Today, Noah and John host a live conversation with Jason Haber, broker at Compass and founder of the American Real Estate Association, to dive deep into the City of Yes zoning changes in NYC. Jason explains how these new regulations—some of the most significant in decades—are reshaping development, air rights, and affordability in the city. He breaks down what agents need to know, how these changes impact listings, and the broader effects on supply and demand. Plus, Jason shares insights on the future of the agent industry, rental market challenges, and policy shifts that could reshape the way NYC operates. Big moves, big changes—don’t miss this one! Highlights: 00:40 – What is the City of Yes? 02:20 – The End of Sliver Law & Setback Changes 06:00 – NYC’s 1.4% Vacancy Crisis 08:10 – Will Developers Still Face Regulatory Pushback? 10:00 – Key Takeaways for Residential Agents 11:45 – NYRAC Merges with AREA 13:40 – The Fair Act & How It Changes NYC Real Estate 17:50 – The Oversaturation of Agents 21:15 – 50,00