Corcorans Top-Producing Agent Richard Phan Joins Douglas Elliman

Richard Phan

Richard Phan

Richard Phan, has decided to move from Corcoran on to Douglas Elliam where he was an integral member of the Carrie Chiang/Janet Wang Team, and was involved in some of the most prominent sales in all of New York City. Notably, Phan is acclaimed for selling Manhattan's most expensive townhouse in 2017 for $79.5 million. He will be based out of Elliman’s headquarters at 575 Madison Avenue.

“We are thrilled to have Richard join us at Elliman,” said Steven James, Douglas Elliman’s President and CEO, New York City. “His professionalism, attention to detail, absolute discretion and integrity are highly-valued by everyone who knows him.  He is well respected among his customers, clients and colleagues and I’m confident that his vast knowledge, focus and drive will serve him well at Elliman.”

To date, Phan has sold over $1.1 billion in property covering all sectors of the condominium, cooperative, new development and townhouse markets. He touts an extensive client list and has experience working with top corporate executives, international investors, artists and professionals from the financial services, real estate and fashion sectors.

“After a very successful decade with my former team, the timing seemed right to take the next step in my career, and I’m so happy to embark on this new chapter at Douglas Elliman,” said Phan. “I’ve always admired Elliman’s dedication to their customers and agents, and how the firm has adapted to new technologies and grown its reach into exciting new markets.”

Originally from Hawaii, Phan also has an intimate understanding of the West Coast market. Previously, he worked at Hawaii’s largest title and escrow firm – giving him a unique perspective into the legal components of real estate. This multi-dimensional experience will make him a strong asset to Douglas Elliman. 

 

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SCG America Acquires Full Ownership of Manhattan View at MiMA

SCG America proudly has announced their sole ownership of Manhattan View at MiMA, the immediate-occupancy luxury condominium comprised of 147 exquisite residences, designed by celebrated AD100 interior designer Jamie Drake, atop the Related Companies’ MiMA masterplan development adjacent to Hudson Yards.

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 SCG America has tapped New York’s luxury new development leader, Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group, to formally oversee the marketing and launch of the condominium for sales which opened on October 26th as the headline event of CS Talks 2018 in partnership with Architectural Digest. The building’s central Manhattan location offers buyers close proximity and access to the City’s newest neighborhoods, celebrated and eclectic restaurants and cultural venues while remaining decidedly accessible via transit options.

“We look forward to collaborating with Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group to confidently introduce New York to its most valuable new development anchoring one of Manhattan’s most exciting neighborhoods,” the SCG America development team said in a statement.

“Manhattan View at MiMA offers discerning buyers an incredible opportunity to own penthouse-worthy views from every residence, a unique unit mix of thoughtfully-designed residences with significant storage space, complemented by a bare-no-expense amenity program. We are delighted to partner with a recognized leader such as SCG America on launching the most exciting new luxury condominium in Midtown,” said Patricia H. Cole, Executive Managing Director, Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group

Manhattan View hosts a groundbreaking 44,000+ square feet of amenities, including an 18,000-square-foot private residents-only fitness center by Equinox® with a heated indoor lap pool and a full-size basketball court; over 14,000 square feet of landscaped outdoor space; party rooms and catering kitchens; a Mac Bar equipped with iMac computers; and a screening room with golf simulator and karaoke lounge. There is also a club room and residents’ lounge with fireplace, a fully-equipped game room, a children’s playroom, and Dog City, an exclusive residents-only, professionally-staffed pet spa.  Other amenities include a 24-hour doorperson, live-in superintendent and a dedicated concierge, Luxury Attaché.

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Bryan Ecock Joins Douglas Elliman

Bryan Ecock

Bryan Ecock

Douglas Elliman Real Estate, has announced that Bryan Ecock has joined the firm. Ecock has won several awards for his sales and service over the past half a decade. His accolades include Top Sales Agent of the Year, repeated Sales Agent of the Month, as well as multiple Million-Dollar Producer and Top Relocation Sales Agent awards. 


“My goal is to always make the home buying and selling experience as stress-free as possible for my clients,” said Ecock. “The resources and support Douglas Elliman offers to their agents are unrivaled, and I’m eager to utilize them to better serve my clients.”

With a background in sales, Ecock began his career managing sales territories for Proctor and Gamble, Glaceau, and Astrazeneca. Well-versed in all Brooklyn neighborhoods, he has worked in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn Heights, East New York, Red Hook, Cobble Hill, Bensonhurst, Brownsville, Bushwick, Midwood and Bedford-Stuyvesant, and will continue to do so at Douglas Elliman.

Ecock will help to expand Elliman’s growing presence in South Brooklyn through his vast experience in the sale of development sites, new construction, single-family and multi-family homes, in addition to condominiums and cooperatives. He will work out of the firm’s 156 Montague Street office in Brooklyn Heights.

 

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Eileen Ford's Former Hamptons Getaway Sells

Belle Meade, one of legendary architect Stanford White’s final masterpieces, has sold for very close to the $9.875 million ask. The 104-year-old Greek Revival at 23 Shinnecock Road in Quogue, which sits on 3.5 acres and features a superbly scaled impressive 14,000 square feet of gracious living space, was once the home of Ford Models founder Eileen Ford and has also appeared in Martha Stewart’s book, “Weddings.”

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High style abounds at the lovingly restored and opulent estate, which was commissioned by the Greeff textile family circa 1906.  Highlights of the property include manicured gardens, original specimen trees, heated Gunite pool and regulation Har-Tru tennis court. Interior amenities include 10 bedrooms, eight and a half bathrooms, multiple fireplaces, library, drawing room and staff quarters.

Enzo Morabito of Douglas Elliman brought the buyer. This was Tim Davis of Corcoran's  listing. 

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Purchasing a Property in Florida

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Nowadays, increasing numbers of people are renting properties. There are various reasons for this. Many people are unsure what direction their life is going to take and tend to prefer short lets that allow them to move about until they are ready to settle down. It could also be largely down to the price of properties and the cost of living significantly increasing, while salaries remain the same, giving people less opportunity to save cash towards a deposit and afford a property of their own. However, when people do look into buying a property of their own, they tend to purchase something in the state they have grown up in and are familiar with. This makes sense in regards to living near to family and friends and not having to move jobs. But if you’re moving further afield or are planning on investing in real estate for profit, you may find yourself looking at properties in a different state to that which you grew up in. Here are a few steps that you should incorporate into your house hunt when purchasing a property in a different state!


Familiarize Yourself with Local Law

While there are some laws that remain the same throughout every state, more niche and specific laws tend to differ between one state and another. When you purchase a property, there are all sorts of legalities that you need to adhere to. So, it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with the local property laws of the state you’re interested in. This will help to prevent making mistakes and potentially losing money down the line.

Collaborate with a Local Estate Agent

Using an estate agent local to the area you intend to move to can ensure that you get the first glimpse of new properties being placed on the market in your intended destination. You can discover more about this here!

Conduct a Viewing

Nowadays, increasing numbers of estate agents are advertising their properties online. This makes it much easier to browse properties that lie further afield, as you can simply check through listings and look at pictures of different places that could meet your needs. But it’s extremely important that you make the effort to travel and attend a viewing in person before purchasing a property or handing over any cash in exchange for it. Photographs can be extremely flattering and they can also leave out any unpleasant aspects of a property. A house may look perfect in pictures, but there could be a sewage plant nearby that means the space has an awful smell all of the time, or it may be located next to a train station or busy road, making it a noisy space to live in. You won’t be able to pick up on these things until you actually visit yourself.

Sure, buying any property is a complex and intense process. But this can be amplified when you are purchasing in a different state. Hopefully, the above advice will help you to secure the out-of-state property of your dreams as easily as possible.
 

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Inside The Top Floors of Brooklyn's Tallest Building

Hub, the new 55-story residential skyscraper, and currently the tallest building in Brooklyn, has just revealed its very top floors with a newly completed penthouse model unit, and the grand opening of the building’s airy and beautifully-designed amenity space known as the Sky Lounge.

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Located on the 53rd floor, the indoor/outdoor Sky Lounge, which opened to residents earlier this month, features plentiful seating, a bar area, an outdoor terrace and breathtaking panoramas of Brooklyn, Manhattan, and beyond. Penthouse apartments at Hub (with bigger layouts, upgraded finishes and stunning views) recently started leasing – and momentum has been strong.

Inside Penthouse 52C features condo-like finishes including: 10+ ceilings, kitchens are appointed with Caesarstone counter tops and carrara marble back splashes, Bertazzoni range and built-in microwave, panelized Bosch refrigerator and dishwasher, custom Italian cabinetry, master bathrooms feature Ruscello marble tile, oversized trough sink. All homes have a washer and dryer, 5' wide oak wood flooring, and custom window shades.

Amenities include a 75-foot year-round lap pool, lushly landscaped sundeck and lawn, grilling cabanas, a fully-equipped gym & yoga studio, bike storage, indoor and outdoor movie screens, programmed events in the club lounge, a dog run, children's playroom, party room, and library. Hub's 53rd floor features a sky lounge and terrace with breathtaking panoramic views.

Current monthly rent is asking $3,933 a month.

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A Hamptons Compound With Its Own Secret Underground Tunnel

Located at 172 Narrow Lane in Sagaponack, the $5.995 million brand-new construction estate sits on 1.70 acres, the homes have a combined seven bedrooms and five and two-half baths, with 6,300-square feet of living space.

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The modern farmhouse compound is the perfect combination of classic architecture and modern living, right next to Wolffer Estate vineyard and stables in the home of one of America’s Most Expensive ZIP Codes year after year.  Designed by renowned Hamptons-based architect Val Florio, the main house comes with four bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths, an attached two-car garage, and is approximately 4,000 square feet.  

The Tunnel

The Tunnel

The guest house, which is connected via underground tunnel to the main house, has three bedrooms, two-and-one-half bathrooms and its own living, dining and kitchen areas.

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Other amenities include a Gunite pool, pool house, landscaping by Marders and two separate driveways. Additionally, there is room for a three-stall barn and paddocks.

This listing is represented by Kay Lawson and Debora Oppenheimer of Elliman

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