“When you partner with people who are best in class and share the economics, you achieve better outcomes than trying to do everything yourself,” says Lee Brodsky, CEO of BEB Capital, reflecting on the company’s transformation from family office to institutional-grade real estate investment firm. Under Brodsky’s leadership since 2017, BEB Capital has strategically expanded ...
“We’re in the business of making housing more affordable, and we recognize that the key lever is increasing housing supply,” says Gillian Pressman, Managing Director of YIMBY Action, a growing advocacy organization with 67 chapters across 27 states. For Pressman, the housing crisis is personal. Growing up in New York City as the child of ...
For over two decades, Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos, President and COO of Flag Luxury Properties, has been at the forefront of luxury real estate development, creating iconic properties that have redefined the hospitality landscape. Her portfolio, featuring landmarks like the Ritz-Carlton South Beach and the Ritz-Carlton New York NoMad, showcases her exceptional ability to anticipate ...
From his early days armed with nothing but a fax machine to now managing relationships with major brands across three counties, Lyle Stern, co-founder of Vertical Real Estate, offers a unique perspective on how Miami’s retail landscape has evolved and where it’s heading next. “Miami is no longer just a tourist destination—it’s a real city ...
As much of the U.S. office market grapples with high vacancy and shifting tenant expectations, Vibe Office Properties is finding success by focusing on how a space feels. At the core of its approach is the belief that design matters, even in commercial real estate. “Too many office buildings are massive structures with granite, chrome, ...
When Jared White joined Quadrum Global in 2014, Brooklyn’s Greenpoint waterfront was still a patchwork of vacant lots and unrealized promises. Today, that same shoreline is home to The Huron, a residential development that reflects not only the neighborhood’s evolution, but White’s approach to real estate: bet on growth and move with conviction. “Objects in motion ...
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming more than just a buzzword in real estate. It is actively changing how agents build and maintain client relationships. Cyrus Mohseni, Co-Founder and CEO at The Keystone Team, believes the industry’s competitive landscape is about to change dramatically. “In a couple of years, agents who aren’t maximizing artificial intelligence capabilities ...
Storytelling is increasingly shaping how homes are sold in today’s competitive real estate market. Inna Agujen, Sales Associate at Westport Real Estate, knows this better than most. After a 15-year career in animation and special effects, working on blockbuster films like Ice Age, Rio, and Epic at Blue Sky Studios, Agujen brings a cinematic eye ...
With interest rates fluctuating and affordability concerns mounting, Cornerstone has positioned itself as a vital partner to the homebuilding industry through innovative financing solutions that help builders sell homes and buyers achieve ownership. “The dream of homeownership is something that Cornerstone wanted to get behind and support, and the best way to do that was ...
As real estate fraud continues to rise, some companies are shifting from reactive alerts to proactive protection. EquityProtect is one such firm, aiming to detect and deter fraudulent activity before it occurs, offering a preventive model in a field historically dominated by post-incident responses. “I get to offer a product that answers a question that ...
The traditional method of finding a real estate agent has long been plagued by information asymmetry and misalignment of incentives. Redy is changing this dynamic by creating a marketplace where agents compete for listings based on their experience, marketing plans, and an upfront cash payment they’re willing to make to secure the business. “Most people’s ...
In Miami’s competitive real estate market, where traditional lenders increasingly rely on automated systems to approve straightforward applications, Krebs has built a thriving business by focusing on the complex cases others reject. His approach combines deep industry knowledge with creative problem-solving to secure financing for borrowers who fall through the cracks of conventional lending. “I ...
Connecticut’s real estate market is experiencing a shift. While low inventory continues to support a seller-friendly environment, agents on the ground are seeing clear signs of change. For seasoned professionals like Ryan Braunagel, these evolving dynamics mark a notable turn. “The days of 10 competing offers are behind us,” explains Braunagel, a Realtor with Keller ...
“Listening is the most important thing. High-net-worth clients typically know what they want and prefer to express those desires directly. If you listen attentively, you’ll go far,” says Max Shapiro, Partner at Westside Estate Agency (WEA), reflecting on his approach to the ultra-luxury real estate market. A Legacy of Real Estate Excellence For Shapiro, real ...
Recognized for her no-nonsense approach, Vickey Barron has built a reputation as one of New York City’s most trusted luxury real estate advisors, with billions in transaction volume to her name. Her directness is part of what sets her apart in the market. “I’m known for being direct and blunt,” says Barron, a top-producing agent ...
