JAMES FERRANDO
New York,USA
Summary
Accomplished Real Estate Broker with 24+ years of experience selling premier luxury properties in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Expertise spans negotiation, contract management, and strategic sales planning. Celebrated for mentoring sales teams and fostering long-term client relationships built on trust and results. Passionate about bringing creative solutions to complex real estate transactions to drive growth and deliver outstanding value to clients.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Real Estate Broker
THE CORCORAN GROUP
New York, NY
04.2023 - Current
- Advise clients on luxury properties throughout NYC, employing extensive market insights to formulate pricing strategies.
- Ensure successful results by delivering comprehensive assistance at every stage of the real estate journey.
- Accomplished completion of upwards of 18 agreements across just under one and a half years, highlighting rapid result delivery.
- Built a diverse client base and earned a reputation for delivering personalized service that consistently exceeds client expectations.
- Spearheaded marketing strategies that enhanced property visibility, leading to faster, higher-value sales.
- Fostered strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry professionals, emphasizing collaboration and customer satisfaction.
Licensed Real Estate Broker
REDFIN
New York, NY
02.2018 - 04.2023
- With a deep understanding of the New York real estate market and a client-centric approach, I have successfully leveraged my extensive business management and real estate expertise to drive exceptional results and seize new business development opportunities.
- As a dedicated client advocate, I focus on mitigating barriers to success and ensuring utmost client satisfaction throughout the real estate journey.
- President's Club and Centurion Club recipient in 2020-2021, recognizing outstanding performance and top sales achievements of over $100MM in sales at Redfin in my first three years.
- Secured the highest listing firm-wide at 737 Park Ave, 12A, a remarkable $21MM property, demonstrating my ability to handle luxury listings of exceptional value.
- Generated an impressive sales volume of $60MM in 2021, consistently exceeding targets, and establishing a track record of success.
- Successfully closed multiple high-profile, luxury residential properties across Manhattan and Brooklyn, valued at nearly $7M, within the first nine months at Redfin.
- Spearheaded Redfin's entry into the competitive New York City market, directing engaging and interactive open houses, implementing effective marketing strategies, and organizing educational forums for first-time buyers.
- Demonstrated expertise in guiding clients through the complex Co-op and condo application processes, ensuring a seamless experience and successful outcomes.
Licensed Real Estate Broker
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN
New York, NY
11.2001 - 02.2018
- Maximized profitability, cultivated and deepened relationships with buyers and sellers, and sold real estate for a brand known for luxury, integrity, and excellence by a discerning clientele.
- A member of the industry-respected Douglas Elliman NYC real estate team served as a strategic advisor and market expert to clients, advising on market conditions, pricing and marketing strategy, staging, and legal requirements.
- Framed and architected the Highest Price Per Sq ($9,486) residential real estate sale in the history of NY, for 15 Central Park West
- Distinguished by the Leading-Edge Society five consecutive years, for consistently ranking amongst the top producers in the Prudential Douglas Elliman network nationwide
- Awarded the highly coveted, Chairman's Circle Platinum Award for sales resulting in Top 1% national ranking
- Worked collaboratively with attorneys, bankers, appraisers, home inspectors, and contractors; go above and beyond to mitigate communication roadblocks and overcome barriers
- Generated closing reports for all associated parties involved in real estate transactions
- Provided an unparalleled level of customer service and emphasized trust and accountability in managing business affairs
Education
Business Development -
Union County College
NJReal Estate License Oct 2000 -
New York University School of Professional Studies, Schack Institute of Real Estate
NYSkills
- Strategic Buyer Consultation
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Client Relationship Development
- Effective Networking Skills
- Lead Generation
- Training & Development
- Deal Negotiation / Closing
- RE Staff Training / Mentoring
- Regulatory Compliance
- Residential real estate
- Property valuation
- Appraisal review
- Lease administration
- Due diligence
- Seller representation
- Property staging
- Luxury properties
- Home inspections
- Lease negotiations
- Buyer representation
Affiliations
- Member of the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
Hobbies and Interests
- Avid world traveler: Europe, North Africa, South America, Middle East, and Continental US
- Yoga and fitness enthusiast
- Mountain biking
Industry Accolades
- President's Club
- Centurion Club
- Leading Edge Award
- Chairman's Circle Platinum Award Winner - Top 1% in America
- Chairman's Circle Gold Award
Certification
- Licensed Real Estate Broker
New York State, License #30FE0921016
Timeline
Licensed Real Estate Broker
THE CORCORAN GROUP
04.2023 - Current
Licensed Real Estate Broker
REDFIN
02.2018 - 04.2023
Licensed Real Estate Broker
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN
11.2001 - 02.2018
Business Development -
Union County College
Real Estate License Oct 2000 -
New York University School of Professional Studies, Schack Institute of Real Estate
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