Exploring the Intricacies of NYC Land Sales with Genessy Jaramillo
Podcast
The Crexi Team
July 9, 2025
This podcast episode explores NYC land sales, zoning, development, tech tools, and insights with Genessy Jaramillo, Managing Director of BKREA.
The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with some of the top CRE professionals in the space. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate.
In this episode of the Crexi Podcast, host Shanti Ryle, Director of Content Marketing at Crexi, sits down with Genessy to delve into the complexities of commercial real estate, particularly focusing on land sales and development in New York City. Genessy shares insights from her multifaceted career, and discusses building expertise in the industry, the impact of zoning laws, and the significance of New York's 'City of Yes' policy.
Highlighting the unique aspects of being a land broker, Genessy emphasizes the importance of understanding market nuances, the role of technology in real estate, and the value of patience and persistence in the field. This insightful conversation offers listeners an in-depth look at the dynamics of one of the most challenging and rewarding real estate markets.
- Introduction to the Crexi Podcast
- Meet Genessy Jaramillo: A Journey in Real Estate
- Genessy’s Early Career and Challenges
- Transition to New York and Meeting Bob Knakal
- Learning the New York Market
- The Importance of Networking and Mentorship
- Balancing Personal Wellness and Career
- Diving into Land Sales and Development
- Understanding the New York Development Market
- Leveraging Technology in Real Estate
- Startup Challenges and Tools
- Importance of Data and Automation
- Marketing Reports and Using Crexi
- Zoning Regulations in New York
- City of Yes and Its Impact
- Air Rights and Development
- Challenges in Development
- Investment Perspectives and Market Stats
- Rapid Fire Questions
- Conclusion and Contact Information
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About Genessy Jaramillo:
Genessy Jaramillo focuses on land sales in Manhattan in her role at BKREA, working side by side with the company’s Chairman & CEO, Bob Knakal.
Previously, Genessy specialized in retail investment sales and leasing at CrossMarc Services, representing clients across the Southeast in acquisitions, dispositions, and tenant/landlord representation.
Genessy began her career at Marcus & Millichap in Nashville, gaining expertise in office and industrial asset classes. Fluent in English and Spanish, she holds real estate licenses in Florida, Tennessee, and New York.
With a Business Management degree from the University of Central Florida and active involvement in ULI, ICSC, and NAIOP, Genessy applies a service-oriented and market-savvy approach to assisting clients in Manhattan.
About Crexi’s Commercial Real Estate Podcast:
Crexi’s commercial real estate podcast features conversations across all aspects of commercial real estate with industry leading investors, developers, brokers, and professionals. Among the top 5% of commercial real estate podcasts, The Crexi Podcast sits down with industry experts to investigate trends, educate listeners, and uncover the latest happenings and news in the world of commercial real estate. To listen to all episodes for free, check out The Crexi Podcast's full library here.
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