Kastanis began his career at Compass and spent the last roughly seven years becoming a leading Florida agent for Douglas Elliman. He received an Ellie Award in 2025 as the firm’s No. 4 agent in Florida by sales GCI.
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Mega MLSs are attempting to sell Remine — either whole or in parts
The joint venture formed by Austin Board of Realtors’ Unlock MLS, First MLS, Miami Realtors’ MLS and Heartland MLS has hired a firm to liquidate Remine’s assets, a review of legal filings show.
The Law of 3: A powerful marketing and branding tool for real estate
Limiting alternatives, niches and more to three, trainer Bernice Ross writes, allows you to narrow your focus and make your branding, marketing and negotiations more effective.
New lawsuit accuses Howard Lorber of enabling the Alexanders
Douglas Elliman and its former CEO should have known about the alleged string of drugging and sexual assaults by agents Oren and Tal Alexander and their brother Alon Alexander, according to the suit.
Climate change reshapes real estate, putting $1.5T in value at risk
Climate change has shaken up the U.S. real estate market, with buyers no longer simply seeking better quality of life or affordable housing — but also considering climate risks before purchases.
6-year Restb.ai study: white kitchens, islands dominate
In its latest study of homes for sale analyzing six years of kitchen pictures, AI company Restb.ai learned that white kitchens with islands are the market’s most sought-after, among other regional findings.
Alexander brothers kept in custody after Friday court appearance
Oren and Alon will be held in federal custody at least until their detention hearing on Dec. 30. Assistant U.S. Attorneys said in a new filing that Tal’s motion to reopen his detention hearing “should be denied in its entirety.”
Florida broker sues ex over snubbed $1M+ commission
While repping their former marital home, Alyssa Morgan presented her ex, John Jansheski, with a $70 million offer, which he declined. Several months later, he accepted a $57 million offer from the same buyer after he had assigned a new listing agent.
Communicate value with authenticity and active listening
Not every agent can or should communicate their value through “bold statements,” agents said during a panel at Inman Connect Las Vegas. That’s why remaining authentic to oneself is paramount.
Will dual agency become common after NAR’s settlement?
Some believe more buyers will come to the table without agents. That could lead to fertile breeding grounds for the polarizing practice sometimes known as “double ending.”