This Saturday, join host Dottie Herman and co-host Lucas A. Ferrara for an insightful episode of Eye on Real Estate — New York’s longest-running real estate talk radio show!
Our Special Guest: Tim Beard
Tim Beard brings over three decades of high-stakes experience in public and private sectors. Recruited by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) into the Directorate of Operations (Clandestine Service), he conducted and managed extremely sensitive clandestine operations worldwide for the U.S. Government, with overseas postings in multiple countries across Asia and the Middle East.
Previously, he served on active duty in the U.S. Marine Corps as an infantry officer, rising to the rank of Captain. After retiring from the CIA, Tim founded a global intelligence and risk mitigation consulting firm, helping clients navigate complex, high-pressure environments to achieve strategic objectives and create competitive advantages.
He is the author of the acclaimed Look Twice book series:
- Look Twice: Your Guide to Staying Safe in an Unsafe World (Volume I)
- Look Twice: Your Guide to Staying Safe with Tech, Travel, and Natural Disasters (Volume II)
- Look Twice: Your Guide When Danger Comes to You at Home and Overseas (Volume III)
Tim will share practical, real-world advice on moving safely to a big city (like NYC), building “area knowledge” and mental maps, preparing for relocations with safety in mind, special considerations for families and kids, and key security profiles of property types (e.g., single-family homes vs. condos) — perfect for anyone buying, selling, or relocating in today’s world.
Whether you’re navigating the NYC real estate market, planning a move, or seeking smart safety tips from a former CIA officer, this episode is packed with value!
About the Host: Dottie Herman
Dottie Herman is a quintessential New York success story and one of the most accomplished leaders in modern real estate. Recognized by Forbes as America’s Richest Self-Made Woman in Real Estate, she began her career in 1978 as a broker with Merrill Lynch’s national real estate division on Long Island. In 1990, she boldly acquired Prudential Long Island Realty with a $17 million loan (no money down, no personal guarantees), transforming it into a dominant force on Long Island and in the Hamptons.
In 2003, she partnered with Howard Lorber to acquire Manhattan’s prestigious Douglas Elliman, merging operations to create Douglas Elliman Real Estate — now New York’s largest residential brokerage and one of the top in the U.S. Under her leadership as former CEO (now Vice Chair and co-owner), the firm boasts over 7,000 real estate professionals, 675+ employees, and 113+ offices across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, the Hamptons, Westchester/Putnam, South Florida, Aspen, Los Angeles, and more — plus a global alliance with Knight Frank Residential spanning 60+ countries.
Dottie has been honored multiple times among Crain’s New York Business’ 100 most influential women in New York business. She hosts Eye on Real Estate to deliver the latest market trends, mortgage news, expert insights, and answers to listeners’ real estate questions.
This Saturday, March 7, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST
AM 970 The Answer — New York’s premier talk radio
Listen live: www.am970theanswer.com or via the AM 970 mobile app, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, Audacy, Apple Podcasts, etc.
Call in with your questions: 866-970-9622
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