“Maximize your time outside. Actively door-knocking consistently builds results.” — Michelle Kauffmann, Real Estate Specialist, Keller Williams Miami Portfolio Collection

The group will use Compass’ Boca Raton office as its main hub, with an additional presence at Compass locations in Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach and Jupiter. 

How satisfied are you with your Realtor associations? What do you use them for? We asked, you answered in last month’s reader poll.

“Know your numbers, stay curious, work hard and build meaningful connections.” — Marie Gonneville, Broker and Luxury Advisor, Engel & Völkers Pompano Beach and Montreal

Saltwater founders Matt Sheehan and Terry Sullivan and their team joined Ocean Sotheby’s and will operate under the Ocean Sotheby’s name.

“Learn from a good mentor much as you can.” — Roberto Rodriguez, Realtor and team leader, Elite Ocean View Realty

The firm’s founders, Ryan Rabinovich and Adam Stern, were featured in Luxe Listings Toronto on Amazon Prime. 

The group has worked Southeast Florida’s luxury market for 12 years and produced $254 million in total sales volume.

Gary Pohrer has been one of Douglas Elliman’s most successful agents, ranking among its top agents nationwide for the last five years. 

“Make sure to network, follow up on all leads, and treat prospects with respect.” — Peter Gross, Sales Agent, Elite Ocean View Realty

Rick Chen’s pre-real estate background is in fashion, finance and technology. 

The online marketplace fleshed out the rules of its new listing access standards policy that was unveiled in the wake of the National Association of REALTORS’® Clear Cooperation update. 

“Build relationships, stay consistent, know your market, follow up.” — Tyler Anderson, sales executive, Ombelle Fort Lauderdale

What are luxury buyers looking for? How do you define a luxury listing? We asked, you answered.

The industry veteran’s new title is executive vice president of sales and strategy. 

The Broward County brokerage is rebranding as The Agency Fort Lauderdale West.