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Why competition for real estate talent is increasing

On average, American workers aren’t in love with their jobs. In a survey released prior to Labor Day this year, researchers from The Conference Board estimated that barely half of U.S. employees (51 percent) are actually satisfied with their job

Survey: What makes a great managing broker?

We asked Miami real estate professionals about what they look for in a great managing broker. Here is what they told us: Read more from our Managing Brokers and Leaders Issue: Cover story: What managing brokers do to keep

Cover story: What managing brokers do to keep their best agents

Managing brokers are like the backbone of the real estate industry. They provide support for their associates and help them stand on their own through training and career development. As leaders, managing brokers must consider the big picture as

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards—Rookie of the Year: Mauricio Perez, Cervera Real Estate

Mauricio Perez Sales Associate Cervera Real Estate Mauricio Perez of Cervera Real Estate is an in-house sales associate for Aston Martin Residences at 300 Biscayne Boulevard Way. “I have always enjoyed the idea of controlling your own destiny in

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards—Industry MVP: Jay Phillip Parker, CEO of Douglas Elliman Florida

Jay Phillip Parker CEO, Douglas Elliman Florida Real estate industry leader and veteran, Jay Phillip Parker has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Douglas Elliman’s Florida Brokerage since 2013. Responsible for the advancement of a leading provider of

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards—Association VIP: Teresa King Kinney, CEO of Miami Realtors

Teresa King Kinney CEO, Miami Realtors MIAMI Association of REALTORS® (MIAMI) Chief Executive Officer Teresa King Kinney has led the nation’s largest local Realtor association for 25 years, playing an integral role in making Miami a top real estate market

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards — Best Agent Website: Darin Tansey, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Darin Tansey Douglas Elliman Real Estate darintansey.com Darin Tansey is a highly respected top-producing Realtor for over 10 years, selling nearly a half a billion to date. He currently manages and effectively markets over two hundred million in active

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards—Lender of the Year: Citibank

Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer

2018 Agents Choice Awards—Loan Officer of the Year: Todd LaPenta, Caliber Home Loans

Todd LaPenta Sales Manager, Caliber Home Loans Todd LaPenta’s vision statement has always been to redefine world-class mortgage banking. Since 1992, LaPenta has guided over 3,200 clients through customized solutions, helping them achieve their short- and long-term home ownership

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards—Best Team: The Audrey Ross Team, Compass

The Audrey Ross Team Compass Audrey Ross has been in business since 1984 under the name of Ross and Associates, Inc. and now operating as Vice President of Compass, a highly focused real estate company which operates in 30

2018 Agents Choice Awards—Charitable Service Award: Marlene De Cespedes, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Marlene De Cespedes Director of Luxury Real Estate Sales Douglas Elliman Real Estate As a director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Marlene de Cespedes is a driving force in the real estate world.  Though she has

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards—Best Dressed: Isabella Holguin, Fortune International Realty

Isabella Holguin Director of Sales, The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sunny Isles Beach Fortune International Realty Originally from Cali, Colombia, Isabella Holguin and has lived in Miami since 2000. She has enjoyed a successful real estate career that has spanned more than

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards—Managing Broker of the Year: Anthony Askowitz, RE/MAX Advance Realty

Anthony Askowitz RE/MAX Advance Realty As president and managing broker of RE/MAX Advance Realty, Anthony directs the activities of his real estate professionals in the company’s Kendall and South Miami offices. Under his leadership, RE/MAX Advance Realty agents consistently

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards—Developer of the Year: Fortune International Group

Fortune International Group Synonymous with excellence, quality, customer service and unwavering commitment to the highest standards of luxury, Fortune International Group has been a recognized leader in development, sales and marketing since 1983. The company’s prestigious development portfolio includes

2018 Agents’ Choice Awards—Best Brokerage Website: Compass

Best Brokerage Website Compass compass.com Compass is a real estate technology company with a powerful end-to-end platform that supports the entire buying and selling workflow. We deliver an incomparable experience to both agents and their clients all in service

Miami Agents’ Choice Awards 2018 Winners

After more than 4,200 votes were cast for nominees in 13 different categories, we are finally able to announce the winners of the first-ever Miami Agents’ Choice Awards! See below for a list of the winners in each category:

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