Global Real Estate Brokerage Expands with Sixth Office in the Sunshine State at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort®
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the launch of its new office in Miramar Beach, Florida at the prestigious Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. This is the brokerage's sixth office in the Sunshine State, joining its offices in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples, Orlando and Palm Beach. Known as The Agency Sandestin, the office will be led by Managing Partner Sara Becnel who brings decades of experience to the firm's growing network across the state. The Agency Sandestin will primarily service the greater Miramar Beach area, including Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.
"We're thrilled to partner with Sara Becnel and continue to strategically grow our presence in Florida with like-minded partners," said Mauricio Umansky, CEO and Founder of The Agency. "Expanding into this thriving market was a natural evolution for us, as Sandestin and Miramar Beach embody the lifestyle and community our clients seek. We're thrilled to bring The Agency's world-class service and innovative approach to this stunning destination."
The Agency's strategic positioning as an industry leader shines through its commitment to expanding into prominent markets with significant growth potential and like-minded partners. The Agency has rapidly increased its presence across the globe throughout the past year, making it one of the fastest-growing luxury boutique brokerages in the world. The Agency launched 30 new offices in 2024, with numerous on the horizon for Q1 of this year.
"Our launch into this market represents an exciting chapter for The Agency as we expand our presence in one of Florida's most sought-after luxury destinations," said James Ramsay, EVP of The Agency's Franchise Division. "With its pristine white-sand beaches, world-class golf courses, and vibrant lifestyle offerings, Miramar Beach and Sandestin perfectly align with The Agency's commitment to delivering exceptional service and connecting clients to the finest properties in the world's most desirable locations."
The Agency has grown to more than 130 corporately owned and franchise offices across 12 countries, and counting. Poised for further expansion with like-minded partners in strategic markets, The Agency is noted by The Financial Times as one of America's Fastest Growing Companies and has ranked among Inc. 5000's list of fastest-growing private companies in the country for seven consecutive years. Recently, The Agency ranked 16th on the 2024 RealTrends 500 list, and ranked as the seventh-largest privately held independent brokerage in the nation by sales volume. In 2022, Inman named The Agency Luxury Brokerage of the year, and the firm was nominated consecutively in 2023 and 2024. The Agency's CEO and Founder, Mauricio Umansky ranked #33 on The Swanepoel Power 200's list of most powerful and influential people in real estate. The Agency's President, Rainy Hake Austin was also named on the Swanepoel Power 200 Watchlist, recognizing 50 up-and-coming leaders shaping the future of residential real estate. The Agency has a renowned brand that is featured on international television shows including "Buying Beverly Hills," which aired on Netflix for two seasons.
"Living and working in this region for many years has given me a unique understanding of both the vibrant lifestyle offerings and ins and outs of the luxury market," said Sara Becnel. "I'm excited to blend my local expertise with The Agency's groundbreaking approach to the business, delivering unparalleled service to our valued clients and showcasing this extraordinary destination to The Agency's global network."
The Agency Sandestin will be located at 9300 Emerald Coast Parkway W, Miramar Beach, FL 32550. For more information on The Agency, please visit www.theagencyre.com.
About The Agency
The Agency is an agent-first, tech-driven boutique luxury global brokerage representing clients worldwide in a broad spectrum of classes, including residential, new development, resort real estate, luxury leasing and vacation rentals. Breaking away from the traditional brokerage model, The Agency takes a collaborative approach to the business, fostering a culture of partnership in which all clients and listings are represented in a collaborative environment. Agents and clients benefit from the shared resources and networks of the entire global team, including in-house creative, public relations and cutting-edge technology divisions. The Agency has closed more than $72 billion real estate transactions since 2011, comprising over 130 offices in 12 countries, and counting, as one of the fastest-growing boutique, luxury real estate brands in the world.
About Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort®, the #1 Resort on Florida's Emerald Coast, is a major destination for all ages and seasons. The resort invites guests to experience 2,400 acres with over 70 charming neighborhoods featuring nearly 1,000 vacation rentals, including condominiums, villas, homes and townhomes. The resort features 85,000 square feet of meeting space, more than seven miles of beaches and pristine bayfront, four championship golf courses, 15 world-class tennis courts, six pickleball courts, 20 swimming pools, a 226-slip marina, a fitness center and a spa. Shop, dine and play at the charming pedestrian village, The Village of Baytowne Wharf. New developments include Hotel Effie Sandestin, a 250-room luxury hotel that opened in February 2021, and Osprey Pointe, which opened in the summer of 2020, adding an additional 77 vacation condominiums. Every year, Sandestin welcomes families from all over the U.S. to the resort to make cherished memories that will last a lifetime. For more information, visit sandestin.com. @Sandestin | #Sandestin
Media Contact
Andrea Delgado, The Agency, 1 (424) 230-3700, [email protected], www.theagencyre.com
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