March 2020

#RTWR 

Welcome to Real Talk with Ronnie! We launched this week on YouTube and I’m very excited! With this new project, I’m here to give you the dish on everything from style + design to how to be a badass babe and businesswoman. What’s my goal? I’m hoping we can all learn from each other and from my guests. I want to be inspired by their successes all while growing my own personal brand. We will be featuring savvy, stylish guests such as Hilary Matt of Hilary Matt Interiors and Kelly Bensimon from Real Housewife of New York – don't miss out on a single episode of Real Talk with Ronnie. #RTWR Subscribe here!

NEW WEBSITE

New year, new decade, new season, new branding. Welcome to my new website! Finally a place you can go to see all my real estate business, my real estate marketing, NYC life, #RTWR videos, my social media posts and my monthly newsletters. I’m really excited to have this platform and to have a one stop shop for all my ral estate clients, family, and friends.  Ronitakalra.com check it out! 

214 West 11th Street 

You’re invited to join us for a shopping event at our beautiful townhouse listing in the West Village, Manhattan. Come for light bites by Catch and drinks by Vide and enjoy a selection of clothing, jewelry, an exclusive handbag and accessories membership club and get your eyebrows done by Sabria! We’ll have a selection of designer items for you to try on and purchase by the Fashion Foundation as well as Love Shack Fancy! Looking forward to seeing you all there :) please RSVP to Nancy.Shehadeh@elliman.com

PROPERTY OF THE MONTH 
 305 EAST 24 19D 

Welcome to 19D, a beautiful newly renovated one bedroom in New York Towers in Manhattan. Located on a high floor, this bright New York City apartment has stunning views from every room. With engineered wood floors and a custom porcelain kitchen, the home was highlighted in the Domino Magazine for its redesign.
 
The eat in kitchen, equipped with porcelain countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, west elm lighting and a wine fridge is right out of a new development showroom. With a custom island perfect for eating and hosting, the kitchen serves as a wonderful entertaining space.
 
The living room and dining room receive great natural light with views of the iconic Empire State and Chrysler buildings. With enough room for a separate dining area, you are able to host dinner parties and seat up to 8.
 
This NYC master bedroom, sharing the same views, has custom deep closets including specially created shoe shelving. The newly renovated bathroom includes porcelain slabs, Delta faucets, and a custom designed iron sliding door medicine cabinet. There is an in-apartment washer and dryer with ample linen storage.
 
The amenities include an excellent staff, with 24 hr doormen, a full time concierge, porters, superintendent team and on-site managing agent. There is a roof deck (currently being redone), additional in building laundry, and one of the most affordable (heated!) parking garages in New York City with direct access into the building's lobby.

February 2020

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!
 

Warning- this is going to be filled with clichés and sappiness. As I approach another year around the sun I want to acknowledge all of my blessings. I’m so fortunate to have my health, great family and so many amazing friends, colleagues and real estate clients.

Growing up I had the best parents, sisters, cousins and family friends you can think of. Now as I welcome this new age, I can’t help but be overwhelmed with joy at the little girl and husband I wake up to everyday. I’m fortunate to have a strong support system/village at home here in New York City (and beyond.)

The same way I can depend without fail on my family, I have three fabulous ladies in my Manhattan real estate office aiding me in a real estate career that I live and breathe for. Some people search their whole life to gain these things, and I'm lucky enough to have it.

Every time I blow out a candle I wish for more of the same, good health and happiness and the act reminds me to be grateful for everything I already have. However, a new pair of Louboutins or a Chanel bag never hurt anybody.

So I can say without hesitation, this year is going to be better than the last. 

MIAMI

Every January my family and I travel to Miami for a little getaway. It’s just before the market picks up and after the holiday craziness. Although for most it may seem slow, work never stops in the life of a real estate broker; thankfully I have a fantastic team holding down the fort in NYC. Once my husband and I get through the serious task of taking my toddler on a 3 hour plane ride, we spend our days by the pool and visiting my amazing in-laws.

Not only is it so important that we get to spend time with our Florida family, but it’s also imperative that I get this time off. My 2020 mindset is work smarter, not harder. Getting a vacation to relax and reset is a major part of this. I know it sounds crazy to say anyone “needs” a luxury vacation on the beaches of Miami, but it undeniably gives me the break I need to be more productive.

After a week of waking up to the sounds of the ocean, and watching my baby’s skin get a few shades tanner, I came back more motivated and ready to work than I had been before.

SUPERBOWL

Let’s talk about the most watched American television broadcast of the year. Super Bowl LIV was held at The Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. With the roaring price per ticket this year ranging from $4,200 to $60,000 and just 30 seconds of ad time on Fox costing $5.6 million.

Multi-platinum singer and songwriter Demi Lovato starting the game off with our national anthem and KILLED her performance. Jay Z actually called Scooter Braun who is Lavato's manager and told him to have her sing the National Anthem. 

It wouldn't be right for me to talk about Super Bowl LIV without talking about the stunning & amazing performance by Jennifer Lopez and Shakira! The duo actually didn't get paid for this performance, but their roughly 15- minute set is still paying off. 

The “two little Latin girls” — as J-Lo dubbed the duo in an Instagram post just hours before their showstopping performance performed a bilingual medley of 14 of their greatest hits during Sunday night’s game, which saw the Kansas City Chiefs rally to beat the San Francisco 49ers in Miami.

And with viral moments such as Shakira’s meme-orable tongue flicking, J-Lo showing off her “Hustlers” moves while pole-dancing in a sparkling body suit, as well as the nods to the border crisis by showing kids in cages, viewers were still talking about #HalftimeShow2020 and its set list on Twitter and searching for the performances on Google  well into Monday afternoon. 

PROPERTY OF THE MONTH 
 315 E 88TH ST

Welcome to a truly cutting-edge smart home located in a prewar coop on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. This wonderful two-bedroom one bathroom residence offers South facing exposure overlooking the 19th century Church of the Holy Trinity, providing an abundance of natural light throughout the space. Apartment 3G offers a never-before seen level of control & accessibility for the resident. With simple voice commands Alexa controls the shades, the lights and can lock this NYC apartment for you!

This newly renovated New York home features designer-picked high-end finishes which include, a brand new kitchen featuring marble countertops, fitted with integrated stainless steel Samsung appliances including an amazing smart refrigerator. With 9 foot ceilings, this Manhattan home has a spacious dining room with a custom desk for the perfect home office. The living room comes with custom built in floor to ceiling bookcase and the apartment has walnut hardwood floors throughout. The master bedroom has southern exposure and custom outfitted closets. The second bedroom is a very generous size with custom closets as well. The state of the art bathroom is equipped with a ToTo washjet toilet. 

315 East 88th Street is a well-maintained popular co-operative and is only one block away from Whole foods and the Second Avenue Manhattan subway. Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion, and Fairway Market are all in walking distance as well. Amenities include a live-in super, private storage, 24-hour laundry, bike room, garden and children's play room. Pets allowed. Pied-a-terre allowed.

January 2020

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM ALL OF US IN NEW YORK CITY!
 

   An iconic Times Square New Year’s Eve celebration is not only a New York tradition, it’s a global phenomenon. About 2 million people spent their New Year's Eve in the Times Square area, with millions more watching at home on TV.  Some notable performances included LL Cool J, Sam Hunt, and Post Malone. Add this to your Bucket List!

TIPS FOR A POSITIVE NEW YEAR!

   1. Stay positive. You can listen to the cynics and believe that success is impossible, or you can trust that with faith and an optimistic attitude all things are possible
   2. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants, and less foods manufactured in plants
   3. Get more sleep. You can't replace sleep with a double latte (We’re talking to you New Yorkers.)

  In the sixth episode of  The Real Deal’s “Brokers In Cabs” series, Douglas Elliman broker and ‘Million Dollar Listing New York’ star Ronita Kalra reveals how she got into the real estate business, her philosophy on the most important piece of making real estate deals (it’s all about the relationships, people!), and why motherhood has made her totally unflappable. “I mean, you can’t offend me if you tried...” she said. 

   Watch the full video above to see Kalra share her philosophy on her NYC real estate work, how she and fellow Million Dollar Listing NY star Luis Ortiz scored business from a Plaza Hotel doorman, and more! 

   You can watch the video here.

   This new American farm-to-table restaurant is located at the Standard Hotel in The East Village, Manhattan. Although it’s a hotel restaurant it’s not stuffy or presumptuous. Instead, with a ton of vegetables on the menu and a comfortable ambiance it was a very enjoyable dinner. If you get one appetizer, the Japanese sweet potato should be it! Mashed on the inside they are topped with creamy pesto and chili to add a kick. 

    We also shared the stracciatella & cool mint which comes with Calabrian chili, black lime, and some bread. As well as, the wild mushrooms over green tahini and sesame oil. The fava dip was also a crowd-pleaser. The icing on the cake- while I was there with my girlfriends, David Schwimmer aka Ross from Friends was eating directly in sight of us! Only in New York!

PROPERTY OF THE MONTH 
 214 WEST 11TH STREET 

Inside this corner 20' wide Manhattan townhouse is a brilliantly renovated triplex, complete with traditional finishes and two wood-burning fireplaces. Welcome to this stunning 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home located in prime Manhattan, New York. Other notable features include central AC, 11' ceilings, and a Lutron lighting system. This home includes just under 2,300 square feet of living space.

Upon entering into the parlor level, you're welcomed by vast living area and a lovely half bathroom. Further on is the striking and newly transformed kitchen, fully equipped with Miele appliances.

Venturing to the second floor, you have the first two bedrooms, accompanied by custom closet space and a newly finished full bathroom.

Lastly, the third floor- which is showered with natural brightness from a skylight- brings you another bedroom and full bathroom. And finally the master suite, with a walk-through closet, excess storage, and modernized en-suite bathroom.

The West Village- in one of the best locales the city has to offer, 214 West 11th is steps away from fine shopping, dining, and a few blocks from the 1,2,3, A, C, E, F, M, L trains.