Post-Labor Day brought a real surge—and Christine is feeling it. In this episode, Christine O’Connell More and guest co-host Matt Masur unpack why the phones are ringing off the hook and how Central New York’s market is shifting as Micron moves toward breaking ground. They cover what a $100B investment and an estimated 40,000 related jobs could mean for industrial space, housing pressure, and the “show-me” moment when shovels hit dirt.

You’ll hear:

• Why early fall is historically “back to business” for buyers, sellers, and investors
• Housing realities: tight inventory, rising rents (with Oswego County leading increases), and how “workforce housing” set-asides work
• Creative solutions gaining traction—accessory/in-law units, manufactured/factory-built homes, and proposed rental houses to help newcomers land softly
• Notable local projects, from Township 5’s planned expansion to affordable infill and land bank redevelopment on Syracuse’s South Side
• Flipping trends (Albany and Syracuse are on the national leaderboard) now that materials costs have stabilized
• Christine’s “Listing of the Month”: a flexible, design-forward office on Syracuse’s historic Auto Row with a long-term cell-tower lease and standout amenities

Plus, a quick preview of Christine’s live talk on “lease vs. buy” for business owners—and upcoming guest spotlights with local developers and investors. If you care about where Central New York is headed over the next decade, this one’s a must-listen.

Christine O’Connell More returns with honorary co-host Matt Masur of Growth Mode Content for a timely Central New York market check-in — from downtown revivals to ground-up momentum.

Then, Christine is joined by Harry Harkaway, broker/owner of Harkaway Commercial Real Estate, to dig into the Pearl Street opportunity, office leasing bright spots in Franklin Square (~11,000 sq ft divisible), and how the I-81 community grid is reshaping access and value.

Finally, Robin Cortese of Visit Syracuse shares how the region is aligning tourism, conventions, and business attraction — from medical tourism to marquee amenities (the amphitheater, the forthcoming aquarium) — to capture the Micron-driven wave of growth.

In this episode of The Details in the Deal, Christine O’Connell More is joined once again by Growth Mode Content’s Matt Masur for an energizing discussion on some of Central New York’s most exciting real estate developments.

Christine shares updates on her current listings—from a castle-like multi-unit in Rochester to a picturesque horse property in Sandy Creek—and dives into the growing trend of adaptive reuse. Later, special guest Mike Durkin, VP of Client & Investor Relations at VIP Structures, joins the show to break down some of Syracuse’s most transformative redevelopment projects, including the massive overhaul of the former Post-Standard building into a mixed-use residential and commercial hub.

They also unpack Micron’s monumental investment in the region, the redevelopment of former malls and colleges, and what all of this means for the future of Central New York. From industrial landmarks reborn as vibrant housing to exciting growth in places like Seneca Falls and Cazenovia, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who cares about the future of Syracuse real estate and community development.