Compass scoops up Seattle luxury agent Brian D. Hopper

Hopper previously worked at Sotheby’s, and also spent many years working professionally as a firefighter. He joins Compass at a time of growth for the brokerage. Continue reading

Realogics Sotheby’s Realty partners with AI startup Realtie

As Washington cities undergo significant upzoning this year, timing of the firm’s partnership with the AI platform that can predict what sellers might enter the market soon and identify areas ripe for redevelopment couldn’t be better. Continue reading

3 top agents from Realogics Sotheby’s move to The Agency

As agents continue to reevaluate their brokerage affiliations heading into the new year, Seattle-based Sandra Hines, Blake Waggoner and Dave Janssens have all left Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty for The Agency. Continue reading

Leading Seattle team departs Sotheby’s for Engel & Völkers

The three-person Nielsen Group brings a collective 25 years of industry experience and an average annual sales volume of over $50 million to Engel & Völkers. Continue reading

$1.3B Robyn + Rachel Group rejoins Sotheby’s after 1 year at Compass

Brokers Robyn Kimura Hsu and Rachel Schindler have rejoined Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty. The four-person Robyn + Rachel Group has a lifetime sales volume of $1.3 billion. Continue reading

Compass brings on Stacy Jones as head of Luxury Division’s top agents

Jones comes to Compass following several years as co-owner and chief people officer at Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty, a top Sotheby’s franchise located in Seattle. Continue reading

Compass brings on Stacy Jones as head of Luxury Division’s top agents

Jones comes to Compass following several years as co-owner and chief people officer at Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty, a top Sotheby’s franchise located in Seattle. Continue reading

The data real estate agents shouldn’t be ignoring — and how to use it

To succeed in luxury real estate, agents need to stay current on a lot of information. There are six essential data points that agents should always be aware of, whether they’re representing a buyer or a seller. Continue reading

4 tips for helping your urban clients find their ideal second-home market

Sean Nielsen shares the must-haves on most of his luxury real estate clients’ wish lists, which he uses to help them find a home away from home. Continue reading

The 3 design features buyers are prioritizing in 2021

The perfect house has it all. That said, there are a range of trends and styles that have surged to the top of must-have lists in today’s luxury real estate market. Continue reading