In this powerful episode of The Bob Knakal Show, Bob sits down with legendary real estate investor Andy Davidoff, Chairman and CEO of Emmes Companies. With over 35 years of friendship and 25+ deals together, this is a must-watch for anyone interested in New York real estate, investment strategy, and entrepreneurial grit.
💼 Andy shares his unfiltered journey — from dropping out of college and demoing cast iron bathtubs at 15, to building one of the most formidable investment firms in the country. Discover how he seized massive opportunities like the RTC auctions and the Goldman-DeLorenzo portfolio, and how his firm scaled across NYC, the West Coast, and even Japan.
🏙️ Topics covered include:
- The anatomy of a $120M profit deal
- Why B and C office buildings are ripe for conversion
- NYC's insatiable housing demand and the Midtown South rezoning
- Investing in distress: turning chaos into opportunity
- The joy of motorcycle escapes and fine dining with friends
💬 "You have to come to work willing to be fired. That's what it takes to be successful." – Andy Davidoff
📣 Don’t miss this masterclass in real estate entrepreneurship, relationship-building, and opportunity recognition.
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