On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty is joined by Gary Brown, the Co-Founder and President of Furnished Quarters, one of the largest corporate housing companies in the U.S. Gary shares how his career path took a major turn—from working as an attorney and CPA to discovering the potential of real estate investing alongside his brother in Manhattan. Gary shares how what started as flipping homes soon evolved into a thriving furnished apartment business with a global reach. Gary opens up about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, from leveraging credit cards to fund early deals to navigating major challenges like 9/11, the 2008 recession, and COVID-19. His story highlights the creativity and determination it takes to build a business that lasts through changing markets. Gary also emphasizes the power of customer service in a digital world, explaining how real connections and quick responses set Furnished Quarters apart. Whether you’re considering real estate investing or looking for insight into running a successful business, Gary’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, adaptability, and long-term vision.   More about Gary Brown: As President, Gary manages the sales and financial efforts to ensure the company achieves sustained growth. Before, co-founding Furnished Quarters, Gary worked as a certified public accountant and attorney in New York and Connecticut. With a sharp sense of where the real estate industry was heading - and inspired by the Brown family’s long-standing family business in furniture sales - Gary, alongside brother Steve Brown, identified an untapped need for high-quality furnished accommodations in New York City. In 1998, the brothers founded Furnished Quarters to serve that need. Starting with a handful of furnished apartments in a New York City brownstone, the venture saw immediate success, with high demand leading to continued growth for over 25 years. Gary has spent most of his career developing and investing in Manhattan real estate and continually identifies key trends and opportunities within the alternative accommodations space.   As always, we would like to hear from you! Email us at thetybradyway@gmail.com Or DM us on Instagram @thetybradyway https://www.instagram.com/thetybradyway/