The Agency is on track to bring the heat this summer, continuing our streak of record-setting sales and industry disruption. Our fearless leaders and hard-working agents deserve all the credit—and the media coverage. Keep scrolling for the top headlines from June.
Global
The Agency Founder and CEO Mauricio Umansky spoke with Inman about the importance of leveraging media coverage in the world of real estate to amplify your brand, expand your business, and attract new clients. Get all the insights here.
During an appearance on the Today Show, Mauricio discussed his new book “The Dealmaker: How to Succeed in Business & Life Through Dedication, Determination & Disruption,” and shared what motivated him to strive toward success. Watch a video clip of Mauricio with hosts Hoda and Jenna here.
California
The Los Angeles Business Journal featured The Agency on its front page for a piece exploring our innovative franchise model. Read all about how we’ve grown our Agency family over the years and how we’re realizing our mission to become the leading global luxury boutique brokerage here.
The Agency President Rainy Hake Austin served as a panelist for Los Angeles Business Journal’s Supporting our Community of Business event, sharing what she’s learned from her 25-year career in real estate about how to best empower teams and deliver unmatched experiences for clients.
Farah Levi and Marco Rufo spoke with South Bay DIGS about their joint Bel Air listing, El Canto Agua, which recently closed. “This pièce de résistance is a masterful blend of the choicest materials, combined to form a serene refuge in harmony with its natural California environment,” Farah is quoted. See the photos of this spectacular estate here.
As reported by RealTrends, The Agency is thrilled to welcome top Bay Area agent Tracy McLaughlin back to the Marin office.
Mansion Global offered a look into the Beverly Hills mega-mansion listed by Pate Stevens. Known as Laurel House, the sprawling residence perfectly encapsulates California’s signature indoor/outdoor lifestyle with its disappearing glass walls and luxe natural materials. View the listing details here.
Robb Report featured Farrah Brittany’s and Freddy Thomas’s listing in Rancho Palos Verdes. Designed by Ernest Hahn, the midcentury hilltop estate is surrounded by 2,500 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vines — perfect for oenophiles or the viticulture-curious. View the listing details here.
The Agency was recognized as one of the top brokerages by sales volume by The Real Deal. In the article, our founder and CEO Mauricio Umansky credits The Agency’s numerous high-performing and nimble teams for the success. “We’re driving a small speedboat. Everybody else is driving a mega cruise liner,” he analogizes. “It gives us the opportunity to pivot, practice things, try things…That is our competitive advantage.”
People reported that Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello have re-listed their Italy-inspired Beverly Hills mansion with The Agency Principal Santiago Arana.
In the Los Angeles episode of The American Dream TV, The Agency’s Amir Jawaherian takes viewers on a tour of some of the city’s most iconic landmarks followed by a look inside a reimagined estate nestled in the Hollywood Hills. Watch here.
Texas
Austin Home highlighted Noa Levy’s recent listing — the first on the market with a Tesla roof. The home also boasts a gourmet kitchen with top-line appliances, an in-law suite and a decked-out backyard for entertaining. View more photos and details here.
Canada
Paul Greenberg’s listing at 4 Douglas Crescent was recently featured in View the Vibe‘s recent profile of James Milonas aka “James in the City,” the proudly queer and rising realtor who’s captured the attention of the industry and millions on TikTok.
Florida
The Real Deal noted The Agency’s expanding footprint in South Florida as the luxury market continues to bustle with activity moving beyond the boundaries of Palm Beach and Miami Beach. Read the article here.
New York
Dana Trotter helped The Real Deal make sense of the Hamptons’ cooling market. “Our market really doesn’t plummet, but we are seeing price corrections, especially in the high end.”
The Hollywood Reporter named Tyler Whitman as a nominee in the Media Maverick category as part of its annual New York Power Broker Awards—which honors the market’s top sellers and savvy marketers. Stay tuned, winners will be announced on THR.com in July.
Fifteen, a new development project on the Upper West Side represented by Shane Boyle, appeared in a piece by Dwell. Next to Central Park, the boutique collection of 21 residences offers an elevated living experience with premium amenities, proximity to some of the best cultural spots in the city and elegant, spare-no-expense design.
Massachusetts
Eric Rollo explained to Boston.com how the market has shifted to favoring homes with solar power, especially now that agents and solar panel providers have adapted to streamline the transfer process for both buyers and sellers.
Pacific Northwest
The 15-acre estate listed by Michael Moir could break a sales record for Idaho’s Treasure Valley, as reported in Mansion Global. With the recently overhauled main residence, expansive guest home and perfectly preserved silo that could be turned into an event or gathering space, the property is truly one of a kind. “You just cannot find anything remotely close in comparison—especially in this area,” Mike notes.
Jen Cameron shared her expert take on the current Seattle market with Mansion Global, noting that decreasing prices present a great opportunity for luxury buyers. “When you’re talking about homes worth millions of dollars, the spread is even greater,” she explains.
Grant Ludwick, Matt Robinson and Nick Wilhite of The Agency Bend were featured in Inman’s “Broker Spotlight” series, sharing lessons from their careers in real estate and why they’re so optimistic about Oregon’s future market. Read the interview here.
Inman also put the spotlight on Bobby Carmody and Greg Link, Jr. of The Agency Coeur d’Alene, exploring the service-oriented approach that has led to their shared success. Read more here.
The 15-acre estate listed by Michael Moir could break a sales record for Idaho’s Treasure Valley, as reported in Mansion Global. With the recently overhauled main residence, expansive guest home and perfectly preserved silo that could be turned into an event or gathering space, the property is truly one of a kind. “You just cannot find anything remotely close in comparison—especially in this area,” Mike notes.
Turks & Caicos
Sean O’Neill spoke with TCI Sun about his latest development project, The Sanctuary. “We’re the real-estate brokers representing this project and we’re working very closely with the developers, the management team and the architect to be able to bring this incredible development to market,” he explains. With the ability to customize and no restrictions on owner usage, interest in the project has been strong.
