Abdul Muid.

Courtesy of Abdul Muid

Abdul Muid, 44, is a licensed real-estate broker based in Brooklyn and the founder of Ivey North. In 2022, his company navigated extreme market fluctuations, including sharp declines in commissions. He says inflation, increased borrowing costs, and the current market have all affected his business.

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