The Agency has been in bloom this June. From listing incredible homes to achieving industry-leading accolades, our agents and leadership team have been busy around the globe. Take a look at some of the headlines we’ve made and the fun we’ve been having along the way.
MAURICIO UMANSKY & SANTIAGO ARANA—Los Angeles Business Journal’s highest-profile signature issue was released, featuring the L.A. 500—an exclusive list of L.A.’s top business executives. After months of extensive research, The Los Angeles Business Journal editorial team has named the executives they believe are worthy of distinguishing as the most influential in Los Angeles. In good company among exceptional leaders, Mauricio Umansky, Founder & CEO of The Agency, and Santiago Arana, Principal, were named on the list. Not only are they shaking up the business world, but they are making the world a better place, heavily contributing to The Agency’s philanthropic efforts.
NIKKI JOEL—Nikki’s L.A. listing at 1643 Queens Road was featured in The New York Times article on “$3.6 Million Homes in California.” This gorgeous, 1925 Spanish-style home includes three bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, and a one-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse on a 0.2-acre lot set along a winding street in the Hollywood Hills. Private and serene in a bustling area, the home offers plenty of outdoor space, views of greenery from almost every room, and beautiful design. View the full listing here.
HOLLY HATCH & CHRIS JOHNSON—Holly and Chris’s Calabasas listing 24969 Mulholland Highway, also called The Retreat at Mullholand, was featured in The Week’s list of “6 spacious homes for big families.” Including a primary suite with two wood-burning fireplaces, four bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, and one-bedroom guest quarters, this contemporary home has wide-plank oak floors, a spiral staircase, French windows and doors, and an open layout with a chef’s kitchen. The 14-acre property in the Santa Monica Mountains features a 2-acre vineyard planted with syrah grapes, a lighted tennis court, and a landscaped terrace with a pebble-tech pool and spa. Learn more here.
JACOB DADON—Set in Malibu’s coveted Point Dume area, 6625 Zumirez Drive, listed by Jacob Dadon, was highlighted in Cottages & Gardens. This home is owned by Miriam Schaeffer, a former OPI Nail Polish executive. With interiors by renowned designer Amber Lewis, the home was refreshed in 2018 and resulted in an exquisite modern rustic paradise. For more details, view the full listing and read the article.
JAMES HARRIS—The Wall Street Journal quoted James in their article on the former Century Plaza Hotel’s $2.5 billion restoration and redevelopment project. In it, James notes that “Covid or no Covid, there are people out there that don’t want a single-family dwelling. They want the security, they want the concierge, they want the valet, and they’ll pay to have it,” he said. “Did we initially see a migration towards single-family homes during Covid? Yes, but it was short-lived.” Read the full article here.
RAINY HAKE AUSTIN—The Agency President penned an Inman article with her tips on perfecting your elevator pitch to win more business. In it, Rainy shares how a polished elevator pitch allows you to quickly and effectively communicate your unique value proposition, and it can also expand and elevate your business. From knowing your audience to being confident, here’s how you can make more of an impact with fewer words.
SEAN O’NEILL & TREVOR MUSGROVE—This dynamic Turks & Caicos duo had a big month, launching The Sanctuary, a $25 million villa development unlike anything the Turks and Caicos Islands have never seen before. Trevor has created history by being the first local developer to be a major partner in a branded luxury development. Sean commented, “It has to be said that this is a historic development within the Turks & Caicos Islands… this is the first branded villa development in the Turks & Caicos Islands which has a born Turks & Caicos Islander as its primary developer.” Trevor noted, “I might get a little emotional because it’s a dream of mine coming to fruition. This project is very special to me in a lot of different ways. I’ve lived on Venetian road for over 20 years; and when I first came to this site I immediately fell in love with it. This exciting story was featured in Turks & Caicos The Sun—view the stories here and here.
SANDRO DAZZAN—Malibu’s 29000 Newton Canyon Road, an expansive estate listed by Sandro, was featured by Mansion Global this month. Surrounded by mountains and vineyards, the Rosenthal Estate offers a 12,000-square-foot hacienda-style main residence, three guest cottages and roughly 10,000 vines with the option for an additional 10,000 more. With 180 acres of beauty, the estate is certainly unique. For more information, read the article and see the full listing details.
MAURICIO UMANSKY & JON GRAUMAN—DIGS Magazine covered 910 N. Rexford Drive, the onetime Beverly Hills residence of Hollywood actor Edward G. Robinson. Listed by Mauricio and Jon, the property wraps seven bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, six fireplaces, and a fashionably chandeliered grand foyer into its 10,000-square-foot floor plan. In the article, Jon comments on the unique offering: “Originally built in 1930, 910 Rexford Drive a stately home showcases ornate period details that create a wonderful juxtaposition between old-world charm and new-world sophistication.”
CHRISTINA CLAVERO—This month, Christina was quoted in Globe & Mail’s article discussing fixer-uppers as an affordable way to get into pricey real-estate markets. In it, she lends her insight: “We’re looking at prices for land to go up exponentially because it’s so tough to get a good lot. You’re still going to pay a good amount of money for a teardown because the value is there.” Chistina advises buyers to get a trusted contractor to look at a prospective house before making an offer, especially important when a house is expected to draw multiple bids. Read the full article here.
