John Lawrence boomerangs to Douglas Elliman from Compass

The 30-plus year real estate vet spent about 15 years during the peak of his career at Douglas Elliman and recently returned after a roughly three-year stint at Compass. His 19-person team is also joining him at Elliman. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: Miguel Herrera, The Agency San Antonio

Find out how this broker is “elevating the luxury real estate market in San Antonio, and offering affordable luxury that redefines excellence.” Continue reading

SERHANT. rides Florida wave with new leadership hires

Tiffany McQuaid and Gabby Valle have joined the luxury firm in South Florida, respectively, as regional director of Strategy and Performance and vice president of marketing, new development Inman has learned. Continue reading

Stephen Kotler steps down as Western Region CEO at Elliman

Kotler has been with Douglas Elliman for more than 30 years, and will now return to work in sales alongside his brother and son on the Kotler Team in New York City following a tumultuous period for western operations. Continue reading

Holly Parker joins Compass after 25 years at Douglas Elliman

Luxury real estate powerhouse Holly Parker is making a big move — after 25 years with Douglas Elliman, she’s taking her team to Compass in New York, the brokerage announced Wednesday. Continue reading

NYC real estate vet Scott Harris launches Magnetic firm with Side

After 18 years with Brown Harris Stevens, Harris has set off on his own with members of his previous team alongside him. The firm will put a high focus on client and agent service. Continue reading

State Farm seeks double-digit rate hike in California in wake of LA fires

The insurer asked the California Department of Insurance to raise rates by an average of 22 percent “to help avert a dire situation” as the company pays thousands of claims related to the fires. Continue reading

Compass launches ‘Compass One’ client portal and dashboard

The new portal went live on Monday as debates over Clear Cooperation have come to a peak. It will allow clients access to Compass exclusives, and to track transactions. Continue reading

Concierge Auctions, Luxury Presence form strategic initiative

The deal will provide Concierge Auctions members access to, among other products, Luxury Presence’s advanced website design, hosting, and SEO services. Luxury Presence customers will have the opportunity to promote sales in an auction environment. Continue reading

Mauricio Umansky on building a brand-centric brokerage culture

Whether you’re struggling to keep your existing brand fresh or trying to build a new brand that works, The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky offers insights from his own brand-building experience. Continue reading