Behind the Deal: Pierre Debbas on NYC Real Estate Law, Negotiation, and Risk Management

This episode of BUILT DIFFERENT sits at the intersection of law, policy, and real estate with Pierre Debbas, founder and partner of one of New York City’s leading real estate law firms.

Pierre offers a perspective you don’t usually hear. He operates within the deals themselves, which comes through clearly in how he breaks down the New York market. Erin and Pierre get into the steps between an accepted offer and a signed contract, and why so many buyers misread that window.

They also step into what’s shaping the market right now. Tax pressure, policy decisions, and post-pandemic behavior shifts are all changing how people approach New York. Pierre shares a candid view on the pied-à-terre conversation and what it signals about where the city is heading.

There’s also a real look at co-ops versus condos, going beyond definitions to show what it’s like to live in each. They break down the approvals and scrutiny, along with the tradeoffs tied to access and pricing.

This episode cuts through the noise to give you a clearer lens on how New York real estate decisions are made.

Listen if you’re:

• Buying, selling, or investing in New York real estate
• Moving between markets like New York and Florida
• Trying to understand how policy and taxes impact deals
• Navigating co-ops, condos, or complex transactions
• Interested in where New York is actually heading

Connect:

Pierre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pierredebbasesq/

Pierre LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierredebbas/

Romer Debbas LLP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/romerdebbas/

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Erin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sykesstyle

Email: erin@sykesproperties.com

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BUILT DIFFERENT is recorded at PodPlus Studios in Jupiter, Florida.

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