• Elizabeth Lastique-Farr

    Providing services: Real Estate, Negotiation, Relocation

    New York, NY

    Summary: I listen intently to my buyers and sellers in order to truly advocate for them. Understanding the importance of ‘home,’ whether for an individual or a large family, is fundamental to my work. My optimistic outlook and calm demeanor are priceless assets for my clients as they navigate the complexities and challenges inherent in purchasing in New York City. Being detail-oriented and resourceful, I anticipate potential pitfalls in transactions, enabling proactive intervention before challenges escalate. My background as a middle and high school teacher has endowed me with patience and resilience. I began my real estate career with one of New York's most successful small teams before joining Keller Williams NYC. Having been a real estate client myself many times, and having lived in multiple neighborhoods throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn where I owned and renovated co-ops and a limestone townhouse, deepens my understanding of my clients' needs. I earned a BFA from Pratt Institute and an MA in History from Brooklyn College. Currently, I live in Cobble Hill with my family.

  • Elena Smirnova

    Providing services: Real Estate, Real Estate Marketing, Relocation, Real Estate Appraisal, Business Analytics, Negotiation, Marketing Strategy

    New York City Metropolitan Area

    Summary: Elena Smirnova is a top-producing real estate broker, having overseen some of Manhattan’s most important transactions, totaling over $225 million in sales over the last nine years. In her previous roles, she served as CEO and Principal Broker of Park River Properties, director of residential sales & leasing of GAIA Real Estate in New York, CEO of GAIA Property Management, and broker on the top-producing team at Douglas Elliman. Her responsibilities have ranged from originating and closing complex deals, overseeing sales and management of over 300 individual condo units, developing creative marketing concepts, managing agents, to working closely with developers. As an investor herself, Elena prides herself on her market knowledge and specializes in condo and co-op resales, new developments, investment properties, townhouses, and multi-family properties in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Her clients repeatedly praise her for her data-driven approach, kind and friendly demeanor, lightning speed responses, exceptional negotiation skills, and keen attention to detail, making each transaction as seamless as possible. Among her accolades are: Top Sales Agent Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award for being part of the Million Dollar Club, and an award for the biggest deal at her previous brokerage. Elena has appeared on Bravo TV’s hit series Million Dollar Listing NY and was interviewed for The Real Deal Magazine after closing a $17 Million deal. She has been a member of the Forbes Real Estate Council for the past four years. A fluent Russian speaker, Elena was born in Russia and grew up in Colorado. The valedictorian of her undergraduate class at the University of Colorado at Boulder, she excelled in mathematics, physics, entrepreneurship, and her Major - classical piano performance. She came to New York for her Carnegie Hall debut in 2008 and received her Master’s Degree from Manhattan School of Music. Elena is a Young Patron of Lincoln Center and enjoys attending concerts regularly. In her spare time, she enjoys fitness, taking dance classes, and exploring the city’s fine dining establishments and museums.

  • Tyrone Wilburn

    Providing services: Interior Design, Property Management, Relocation, Computer Networking, Backup & Recovery Systems, Home Networking, IT Consulting

    New York, NY

    Summary: With over 15 years in the industry, my tenure at UGC Foundation as a Global Sourcing Specialist honed my expertise in strategic sourcing and financial analysis. At TDW Enterprises, although briefly, I applied business analysis skills to support operational efficiency. Our team strives to deliver innovative sourcing strategies that align with corporate objectives, leveraging my analytical abilities to optimize financial performance. Committed to excellence, I bring a wealth of experience to the table, driving value and fostering partnerships that resonate with our organizational culture and mission.

  • Oliver Petrovic

    Providing services: Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate, Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis, Property Management, Relocation

    New York City Metropolitan Area

    Summary: Commercial real estate executive with deep experience covering portfolio management, asset optimization and strategic planning.

  • Lauren Forrester

    Providing services: Real Estate, Real Estate Marketing, Relocation, Brand Marketing, Content Marketing

    New York, NY

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  • Elaine Tross

    Providing services: Real Estate, Relocation, Real Estate Marketing

    New York, NY

    Summary: Elaine Tross is known for her outstanding negotiation skills and attention to details. Selling or buying Elaine listens to your needs. Elaine Tross has been ranked by Real Trends as one of the TOP 4.5% in New York State. ..(She has earned a degree as a Master Certified Negotiation Expert, placing her in the top 1% of all agents nationally) Elaine is the go-to agent for domestic & International clients, for residential & commercial clients. Clients praise her sound advice and knowledge of the nuances involved with purchasing in New York. Her professionalism has gained her loyalty her clients. Wrote one, “I would most enthusiastically recommend her to any friend purchasing an apartment in New York.” Elaine likes leisurely strolls in the city always giving her the opportunity to discover what is NEW in Manhattan neighborhoods. The more I know the more I can share with my clients.” Elaine believes that there’s no better time than now to think of buying or investing in New York City. A few years ago, circumstances led her to become an expert in Pet Friendly properties. Elaine loves pets and was surprised when she went apartment hunting at how difficult it was to find buildings that would accept her dog. “There was such a lack of options,” she said. Elaine took what could have been a negative into a positive and began focusing on pet-friendly real estate and learned the laws and rules governing pets. Go TO--www.petfriendlymanhattanrealestate.com. It’s where pet owners can get information such as dog run locations, nearby veterinarians and daycare centers and much more. Elaine isn’t shy about her negotiating skills. As one client pointed out, “As difficult as it is to navigate real estate transactions in New York, Elaine was a perfect fit for us. We could not have done it without her.”

  • Maggie Wu

    Providing services: Real Estate, Relocation

    New York, NY

    Summary: My name is Maggie Wu and I am the founder of The W Team, a top-producing team at Compass and in the nation (#17 in NYC and #27 in NYS in Small Teams by Volume - RealTrends 2024) I have closed over $600,000,000 worth of real estate transactions ranging from new developments, condominiums, co-ops, townhouses and have developed a sophisticated understanding of the New York City real estate market. My team's unparalleled service and discretion, in-depth analysis of market data and research, and trustworthiness has led to a loyal network of top-tier clientele from all over the world. The W Team and I have been recognized in numerous publications, including being named in "The Thousand" by Wall Street Journal / RealTrends 2024, Nation's Best by RealTrends (2023-2024), Business Insider’s 30 Under 35 (2022), The Hollywood Reporter’s list of New York Power Brokers (2022), as well as a full team feature from The Real Deal, and many more. I have lived in NYC for the past 10 years, and I am fluent in English and Chinese(Mandarin).

  • Melanie Nazarian

    Providing services: Relocation, Real Estate Marketing, Real Estate

    New York City Metropolitan Area

    Summary: Melanie Nazarian is a New York Native and graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she received a BS in Advertising & Marketing Communications. Melanie is an organized, deadline and detailed oriented professional with more than eight years of public relations and marketing experience in addition to seven + years in the Real Estate industry. While living in NYC during her time at FIT, she worked in PR & Marketing and gained experience with various luxury brands. Fascinated by the city's nightlife and entertainment scene, she networked extensively. Her work in fashion PR honed her eye for clean design and sparked an interest in diverse media and markets. Ultimately, Melanie chose to become her own boss and left the industry entirely. Encouraged by her brother, she transitioned to real estate in 2016. Melanie quickly found success, leveraging her PR skills to deliver exceptional customer service and convert connections into clients. The training she received early on in her career equipped her with the essential skills to excel as a real estate agent and team leader. With an international French/Persian background, Melanie sought a respite from the hustle of NYC. After six months of deliberation, she switched brokerages in April 2019 and relocated to Paris, France. Despite being abroad, she built a team of agents and managed properties efficiently. Upon her return, she expanded her team by hiring four new agents and achieved remarkable success earning platinum circle and million-dollar club awards. Having represented over 100 NYC buildings, and 20 landlords, and facilitated the rentals of over 1,000 units in four years, Melanie needed an upgrade. As her reputation grew, she desired a recognizable brand to amplify her presence and exposure. This aspiration led her to choose Corcoran. With the extensive tools and resources provided by the Corcoran Group, Melanie's clients and landlords can anticipate an even broader reach in the real estate sphere. She eagerly anticipates this new chapter in her career, embracing the genuine company culture, networking opportunities, and the prospect of expanding her sales and rental portfolio.

  • Alena Karabina

    Providing services: Interior Design, Real Estate, Outsourcing, Relocation, Property Management

    New York, NY

    Summary: Apartment staging , corporate housing , property management

  • Jacopo Cattelan

    Providing services: Real Estate, Relocation

    New York, NY