Father’s Day is just around the corner, and finding the perfect gift can be a challenge. Not to worry, we’re here with several items that will stoke some inspo! Scroll on to see a selection of fashionable, functional, high-quality gifts from our go-to brands that will make this a day to remember.    For the Summer Grill Master This Father’s Day, a ranch subscription to the Brasas Club is a delight for any dad who likes to grill or enjoys the best grass-fed, wagyu beef. The club offers three levels of beef subscriptions or choose your cut.  From tomahawks to rib eyes to zab ..read more

As a global brand, we certainly appreciate the appeal of the getaway—but, for New Yorkers, there are also a million reasons to spend summer days in the city. We tapped The Agency New York’s local experts for an inside take on must-see happenings and hotspots. Craving more NYC content? Read The Agency Times: New York Edition   STAY IN STYLE. Hotel recs from The Agency’s Elina & Sean Brewer. Fifth Avenue Hotel This hotel mixes old-fashioned luxury with a modern flair. It also has an amazing restaurant, Café Carmellini, courtesy of Andrew Carmellini, the chef behind Downtown favorites li ..read more

Steamboat Springs, Colorado, has rapidly emerged as a premier destination for homebuyers seeking a true sense of community within an idyllic mountain setting. Known for its year-round outdoor activities and close-knit small-town charm, Steamboat’s robust market demand continues to grow. For this In the Know, Chris Paoli, Managing Partner of The Agency Steamboat Springs, highlights why this mountain town is captivating buyers nationwide.   What activities and lifestyle draw people to Steamboat Springs?  Steamboat is truly a four-season outdoor playground.  While most people conne ..read more

In honor of Father’s Day—this Saturday!—we’ve gathered a few of our favorite properties offering versatile garages, dens, pools, spas and hobby spaces that will appeal to dads of all types.  IDAHO   24292 Mid Pines Place The Agents: Matt Clark & Lane Ranstrom Price: $1,445,000   The Alder, designed by Alder Ridge Custom Homes, is a masterpiece of modern design set on an acre. It features organic tones, clean lines, and luxury amenities, including a retractable glass wall extending your living space outdoors. The spacious garage boasts epoxy floors and a 50-foot RV ba ..read more

The Agency Austin team recently hosted a Build Day with Austin Habitat for Humanity at their affordable housing project in Travis County. Located in East Austin, this project, once completed, will consist of six duplex buildings, creating 12 new homes for local families in need, 11 of which are designated for single mothers in Austin. The development is slated for completion in 2024. Held on May 30th and led by Ana Ruelas, Managing Partner of The Agency Austin, this event marked The Agency’s 37th Build Day. The team’s hard work and dedication significantly impacted this meaningful project, and ..read more

All eyes are on Ascaya! We spoke with Chris Beucler, President of BH Nexus and head of the Nevada-based architectural and interior design firm Blue Heron, about the vision behind the four under-construction homes on Chisel Crest Court within Ascaya’s guard-gated community in Henderson, Nevada.  The Agency Development Group, which manages sales and marketing for Ascaya, has seen exceptional interest in the community over the past 18 months, having closed a record-breaking $10M homesite sale in November 2023 at 2 Epic View Court. Set for completion in mid-2024, these homes promise to blend ..read more

New York City is always buzzing with activity, and The Agency New York is no exception. Here’s a roundup of our latest events, news and happenings.   Rainy & Mauricio Make a Visit Rainy Hake Austin, President of The Agency, and Mauricio Umansky, Founder and CEO, recently visited our New York office. During a sales meeting, they joined agents Heather Cella and Mike Biryla to discuss the power of leveraging our brand to unlock new opportunities. Rainy also hosted our annual Women of The Agency lunch, sponsored by Elise Leve of Citizens Bank, creating an empowering space for our female a ..read more

C’est fabuleaux! Located within the prestigious St. Andrew-Windfields enclave in Toronto, the French chateau-inspired estate at 30 Fifeshire Road showcases exceptional sophistication.  Represented by Peter and Paige Torkan with Al Mousavizadeh of The Agency Toronto and Khoren Mardoyan of Homelife Vision Realty—this nine-bedroom, 16-bath property offers an enviable opportunity to experience the pinnacle of lavish modern living steeped in timeless elegance. Filmed in the opening scene of Schitt’s Creek to create a picture of high-end living, this Toronto retreat is filled with—and surround ..read more

In a recent interview with HousingWire, The Agency’s President, Rainy Hake Austin, emphasized the importance of real estate agents harnessing their unique value in today’s ever-evolving industry landscape.     “I think, as a company — and hopefully as well as an industry — we all really believe in the value of the agent.” — Rainy Hake Austin   With a longstanding goal of guiding agents through the intricacies of the market, Austin champions The Agency’s leadership expertise in navigating the dynamic realm of real estate. Over the past four years, she has spearheaded initi ..read more

With its divine position just north of Los Angeles and access to scenic beaches, rolling hills, wineries and charming town centers, the appeal of Santa Barbara and Montecito is crystal clear. We spoke with The Agency’s Eric Haskell, a longtime resident and top-producing agent well-versed in the region’s heritage and dynamics, to get an of-the-moment overview of the current real estate market. Here, Eric discusses the area’s unique European-like charm, the most sought-after features in properties today, and what he anticipates the market will do for the remainder of the year.    What ..read more