Becoming A New York City Real Estate Agent ft. Ryan Serhant 

You should definitely be a SERHANT Agent 🤷‍♂️

So what do you guys think.. New York or Seattle? or a different city!?

omg YES be a new york real estate agent!!!

You can tell in Shelby’s videos that when she was in New York she loved it and had excitement in her eyes every day! I was a little disappointed when she got the Seattle apartment because she seemed so happy and refreshed in NY. I’m glad you are excited about NY too because you two could move there together and figure out NYC together (and split the high rent costs).

The best investment one can do right now is investing on real estate though stocks are good but ever since I swapped to real estate, I've seen so much difference.

Idk about $600,000 for a one bedroom being real estate that “normal” people can buy…. 😂

Loving the music choices for the editing - really fun and quirky!

Undecided. Emotionally Seattle. Excitement, new beginnings, income potential, New York. If I had a boyfriend, family, and a dog in Seattle, that would make it hard for me to leave, but if Ryan wanted me to come work with him, I’d do it!

It's a smart move on Ryan's part especially with your youtube reach and the ability to get clients via youtube. He's started using social media to get an upper hand in real estate and you'd be a great addition to that. It'd be a lot of work though and a completely different mentality than Seattle. So if you're feeling burnt out in Seattle, NY might not be the best option. Would your BF also be down to go? 3 hour time change and a huge workload are not great for a relationship.

I'm sure you don't want to get into all of it in a video but what happens with your personal life and relationships is really key at this age too. You have to factor in spending all of your vacations flying to California to see family, if you see yourself in New York ten years from now with a family, etc. Given how successful you have been in Seattle in just one year, it feels like there is room to grow exponentially in the upcoming year--or even better, not make work the focus of your life and spend that energy on relationships and creative pursuits. If you do go out there, bargain hard--the fact that you pulled so many people in from social media in one year makes you stand out a lot from the typical starting agent.

Would be quite ironic that Shelby has been wanting to move to NY and then gets the apartment in Seattle and then you move to NY 😅

Tough call! What about Jason and the reno? Im all for living your own life and not letting a boy get in the way, but solid long term people are…great. If he can go and wants to, then I think it would be an awesome thing to try! But moving there and leaving part of your heart in Seattle seems tough, or would be for me anyway!

Finally!! The way you have been talking about your goals for real estate seem to align with Serhant. I have been waiting for you to consider joining them. Go learn and grow in a bigger real estate pond with the big fish helping you.🐟🐟

Best thing I ever did for myself was leaving my hometown and living somewhere different. The money doesn’t matter - the perspective, personal growth, and re-inspiration for life does! And you can always go back so why not?? Seems like a great opportunity and can’t wait to see what you decide 😊

IDK, do you really like the day to day of being an agent? I loved your idea of helping other realtors set up a social media presence and think there’s huge potential there. You could do that from anywhere you want. You also said you missed YouTubing; would there be time to do that and also be an agent for a competitive big-time firm? Only you can decide what makes your heart happy. Cheers and good luck whatever you decide!

Monica, this is such sincere and heartfelt content! You really convey the dilemma and the pros and cons. I am Talia’s mom and I am endlessly proud of her and how far she has come and what she has accomplished. It looks like you had a great day together and she RAVED about her time with you. I say go for it. You will likely regret not taking the leap! You can always go back if it’s not for you. Everything you want is on the other side of fear! 💪

NEW YORK NEW YORK!!!!! Working for Ryan Serhant, are you kidding? That is a once in a lifetime experience… I think you should definitely try it, doesn’t have to be permanent if you hate it. I think you would THRIVE! You have nothing to lose, Seattle will always be there!!

Do it!!! GO TO NEW YORK!! I think that even if you go for a year, it would be such a cool learning experience and you would grow so much as a real estate agent. You are literally still young and have so much opportunity. I would seize this one. You will thrive so much. Seattle will always be there for you as well but I think that it's time to take a chance and just go for it! If you're worried about money think about the knowledge you will gain in comparison and how much that will help you if you decide to go and then move back to Seattle. You got this!

Part of this decision should really come down to how much different the real estate market will likely be in the next 12 months (or longer) compared to the previous 12 months.

You having a conversation with Ryan Serhant , and Shelby having a interview with Bill gates . You guys are definitely on a excellent path in life extremely impressed.

Everyones content is the same NYC or LA. It’s more interesting when in other cities.

Here to support because the algorithm is 💩 and Monica is a legend and everyone needs to see all of her videos!!

This is such an amazing opportunity! If I was in your shoes I would definitely take the leap. I live in Toronto and never want to leave but I would for a crazy opportunity like the one you’ve been presented! Home will always be there. I also love New York City :)

I'm late about 4 months, but you are a one good soul to capture life changing opportunity. Right person for right Job. See you as shining star and known Icon of NY Real Estate industry.

Love the vibe and energy Monica! This gives me inspirations, as long as you have goals and targets, you can do anything but gotta put in the hard work and sweat

Monica! I watched this video after seeing your Instagram story of you feeling down from less views. Loved the content. What an opportunity to be able to talk with Ryan Serhant! I originally lived in Minnesota until I graduated with an associates degree. I then moved to Los Angeles to become a real estate agent there! I feel that this is a similar situation you are in. I say take the leap! See what New York is like!

Oh no! You should wait until the lease is up in Seattle..poor Shelby gets stuck with the apt Monica wanted when she really wanted a NY apt.

I've been following you and Shelby for a couple years, and I think this is the first time I've posted. I love you guys's (is that even a word?) energy, even when you slip into the times when you question your ability to figure things out. Y'all is crazy good at coming out on top after a rough patch, and that is amazing. The questions you're asking yourself right now re NYC is just amazing...not to mention brave. Particularly after having (whatever YOU might think of it) such a remarkably successful year in Seattle. . Being in a jobby-job (so to speak) has matured you in ways you are now just starting to explore. I don't know what your final decision will be about this opportunity - and I am loath to offer any suggestions (and won't) - but I can't imagine that whatever you finally come up with will allow you to grow in ways you cannot now even imagine! GOOD LUCK! Oh, one more thing. I'd bet that the number of r.e. sales peeps who ever leave their patch is really, really tiny, so following your muse is, to quote myself, brave and gutsy.

Your comment about risking it in NY or playing it safe in Seattle really spoke to me. Mainly because staying in Seattle isn't necessarily a "safe" choice. You can take risks there too. Sometimes all we need is is a mindset change and not a location change. You seem to have addressed the pros and cons of such a move as it is not all glitzy like the brochure says it is...although the lure can be quite tempting. I could see you taking like a year off of Seattle and giving NY a try but seems like it would take quite of bit of work and more time to get yourself up to where you'd be comfortable and pleased. Wish you all the best with what you decide.

Love the editing on this one! I live in NYC, and it was really fun to learn about how real estate works here. 😊

This is great content, Monica. I really feel like you hit your stride here, and the real estate content seems to be something you excel in. I loved the story concept. Can't wait to see what comes next!

Being a real estate agent in NYC sounds like a dream! I want to visit within the next year or so. Hey from Toronto!

Would you feel like it is a demotion going to rentals after you have been selling properties in Seattle? Also realistically how long before you become successful and have your own team?

The grass is rarely greener...on the other side of the street (or country) you only think it is.

Yes! It's worth it! Come! Wow, Monica! That is an amazing offer. That in itself is quite a feat and you should be very proud of yourself regardless of your ultimate decision! Best of luck with choosing your path along the Yellow Brick Road! 🙂

this is ICONIC!!! New york would be so cool, but I think Seattle would be an easier pace of life. Or you could just come to Canada!!

YESSS!!! this was so much fun!!! Loved filming with you!

Literally will never step a foot in real estate but I love watching your content on this!

Talia is my favorite on the SERHANT team. I'd say take the leap of faith & take the chance on NYC to unlock your next adventure in life!

Best city in the world. It's like a sparkly, cozy living room in form of a city. All the best metropolises have this quality because you are surrounded by stuff wherever you go, you never run out of interesting, stimulating or enjoyable things, they cuddle you like a blanket.

Did you and Jayson break up and now your thinking of moving? It seems so odd to want to move across the country all of a sudden.

Getting a new job, with a good mentor: *YEAH* *!!!* Moving to New York: _......wretch......_

I looovvveeee Battery Park City as a tourist. It’s such a pretty and calm area to sit by the water and enjoy the sights.

I was gonna clean my kitchen and listen but when I saw the face you made at 0:05 I knew I needed to sit down and watch! This was an amazing video and with my favorite real estate personality!!!! GREAT CONTENT!

what does jason think of u wanting to move to nyc and how would he fit into your picture? u also just got a condo youre renting in seattle with shelby…you are renovating your townhouse and jason just moved in…youre all over the place! im not saying that to be degrading but u have to put your roots down somewhere eventually. plz keep in mind i am also 42 and have a different perspective on things than i once did. ive been in la 12 years and is it great on some days and dull/in a funk on other days? absolutely! but it’s all about being thankful for what u have and making each day as fulfilling as u can. it’s like that in every big city! my cousin has been in nyc 10 yrs and feels the same way, it’s a love-hate relationship! everything is exciting and new/fresh at first and eventually things just get settled down in a sense. it’s just what happens and it doesn’t mean you’re miserable but content with what u have in front of u! it’s not seattle that’s the problem, i think u need to take a trip somewhere. i travel 3 times a year to recharge and then i go back to la feeling refreshed and love living where i live. im all for u doing what shelby did to try it for a month and see if u like it but rents r very very high there as u know. also, didnt shelby say in one of her blogs u and jason were thinking of moving to palm springs? good luck!

You for sure would make SO much money in NYC that the additional taxes and COL wouldn’t matter. Also love the matching Nike sweatshirts with Shelby!

Battery Park City and the Financial District are both criminally underrated neighborhoods

I think this could be a great opportunity for you Monica. Also from a youtube point of view, picture the vlogs you could make from NYC. Maybe this is a direction you could go for : working at Serhant with Talia and also making raw vlogs from NYC. It would be a fun journey to watch.

I literally was smoking a blunt looking at the Statue of Liberty in the same spot by the water yesterday lol

hey monica, please don't be discouraged by views dropping !!! the contents you posts are awesome, please do keep doing you and do whatever makes you happy !!

I’m doing real estate in nyc, and was watching your real estate videos, and I’ve been eyeing Serhant and I def didn’t expect this!!

What about Jason? Is that no longer a thing or is he moving as well?

Looking forward to the next instalment, it’s a tough decision to make but you’re young enough to make it-there’s no such thing as a bad decision

Even if you weren’t to stay in New York long term, i think it would be the most incredible experience from a professional standpoint to work in one of the most lucrative retail markets in an incredibly successful brokerage. Plus people love NYC content - particularly real estate wise - so it could be a good move both in terms of a career in real estate, but also social media

When apartment is relatively affordable in NYC that's because you have to pay a fortune each month for HOA...come on 1600 USD per month.

go for it girl so proud of u 🤩

This video made me so happy. I love all the amazing opportunities that are coming your way! Go try something new! Why not? Team NYC!

Shelby loved New York. How amazing would it be if you and Shelby got a place in New York for a year! Do it do it do it!!! Normal people never get these opportunities you’ll kick yourself in the ass if you don’t

baby normal ppl can't buy a 600k apt loool

Palm Springs for your winters, and Seattle for your summers?

Congrats & great timing - good planning & strategy months in the making 👍

I think youre the queen of figuring out a hybrid. Serhant and you are the perfect combo - I think I even commented that several months ago. Can you just film for them or something that would give you a more peaceful quality of life?

Great video! Love the editing

You should check out Boston . Boston girl you would love it .

STAY, just a little bit longer. Seattle will be NY by and by. Be patient. You’ve had a great start here, and a loyal following

Your a big fish in a little pond( 20 sells in first year was killer and thats due to being an influencer on youtube). If you move to NY city your the little fish... the good news is you are young, and have time to become a big fish anywhere you go. If you stay you will not have to wait to kill it in Seattle area, and if you go just be prepared for years of grinding. Either way its nice to have such awesome choices. congratz!

Talia and Ryan are a dynamic duo! You are in Good hands!!

Wow this is so freaking cool! I would go for it!!!!

I knew it was going to be Ryan Serhant! That's so cool! Way to go, Monica!! 🔥🤩

This video is really awesome. I could totally see you in NY!! Such a fun video

While you have drive and ambition, you’ll really have to know you’re going to have to bust your ass and hustle for a good number of years. Little fish in a big pond. Also, you’d have to really put aside a lot of your current relationships with family, sister, boyfriend and your current hobbies. It won’t be easy and tbh you seem to get bored easily and like to chg things up. Think long and hard about this one. You are young with no real responsibilities yet like a husband or children. You are able to hustle but you have to be committed to keeping that also going for quite a while.

Never play it safe... you can be an agent & RU-vidr anywhere! Plus your family is moving to California... and wherever shelby ends up. Live your dreams!!!! 🤞

Considering you’re still very young, I say go for it! The personal and professional growth you’ll get from living in NY even for a year is unmatched… I’m from Washington and lived in seattle for 11 years, moved to NY when I was 29 and wished I moved sooner / younger. I think it’s hard to stay in NY long term for many reasons but the experience for any amount of time is something you’ll never regret. I remember leaving NY and being back in seattle and immediately missing NY too…. Try it!!

@6:36 that's a Chicago subway lol...We don't have those elevated trains that are deep in the city in NYC anymore:)

You got this Monica!!!! Take on new opportunities! You never know, this could completely change your life

If you feel like you won't ever get an opportunity like this again, go for it! If you don't you will always wonder "what if". Go in with zero expectations and just enjoy it! What happens, happens!

Yes Monica go for it! Once you get there at some point you will get on a Real ESTATE NYC TV show.....then become a regular on TV.....then $$$$$$!.......Dont become a jerk like 98% of TV celebs!!!!!~🤣🤪🤠 CCC Austin, TX

I love seeing Seattle. Maybe there’s a middle ground ⚖️

Ryan Serhant!!!! Monica will end up on bravo and I’m here for it

Seems to be a nice opportunity! But I have this feeling it will come at great cost. You've been struggling with combining RU-vid and real estate since like forever, and it's going to be even busier over there while you basically have to rebuild your whole life there, which is stressful too. Don't know... it seems a sure way to burn out quickly. Is there a way to try it out for a month or so, then decide? How does Jason feel about it?

3:40 "You'll do $2k a month rentals" - WHERE ARE THOSE??? 😭WHERE DO I SIGN???

9 months later: I regret moving to New York sorry not sorry

He just offered her to put her on a team and train her since she's ONLY been doing this for a year. Not sure if this is a great deal for Monica.

I would stick with Seattle.

Thanks for taking us along with you! Honestly, it's such a tough choice but either way I think you'll be happy. Also, you can always move back to Seattle if you really miss it - or get over NY. What are your dreams? What makes you uncomfortable? Which would allow you to grow the most?

Whatever you chose I’ll watch! I was excited to see you move into a social media real estate role, but it’s your life!

Wowowowowow. We are all here for you moving to New York and trying it for a year 🔥 also Shelby will definitely come visit you ALL the time

Since it’s cloudy af in Seattle most the time I’m thinking you might enjoy NY more 😂

Monica is considering a move to NYC? NYC Mayor Eric Adams commented this week to the NY Post how shocked he was to learn how bad NYC has become after he rode the subways for 3 hours last week. As the NY Post noted, grand larcenies and auto thefts have skyrocketed by 50% and 48% respectively and robberies are up about 40%. Adams said his first initiative would be to crack down on rule breaking in the subways and stop homeless people from living in stations. Monica may be used to all of that since she lives in Seattle?

New York! Take that leap

No shade to the company, but I felt like they were talking to you as if you were a client, not necessarily a future employee of the company. Just seemed too sugar-coated for me. I think you bring so much value, it doesn’t do you justice for them to simply start you on a “team”.

This is so exciting!!!

Congrats on the move to New York and becoming a realtor, you are going to do great things.

This is such a brilliant...start of a series??? Such interesting content, such an exciting prospect, you could be a mega real estate star! Your last name is so perfect for something huge! Real Estate Mogul by 30??? You could really do it.

Came here as soon as I saw your IG feed ❤️ Will watch this later while on my lunch break! And edit my comment after 😂 Read your responding to comments sooooo hiiii much love from Philippines .. i such a huge fan 🥰

I can't wait to see you on TV

LOVEEE ryan!!! awesome episode!!! huge congrats on the offer from ryan!! thats such a huge blessing!!

I have a feeling that Monic will end up here in New York . And just remember this - after New York City no matter where you go you will look down on every place because you will realize that no other city in the world will match to New York .

Makes almost $200k a year her first year as a RE agent and says has a crisis… Okay.

The people energy level is a lot more with New Yorkers. If you like that… There ya go.