Last week Compass, announced that nationally renowned agent team led by Howard Morrel and Leslie Hirsch. The team has sold over $2 billion in New York City real estate and was ranked as #11 in resale volume by The Wall Street Journal's Real Trends.

"We analyzed how we could increase efficiency and expand market share and Compass was the perfect fit," said Howard Morrel. "We are excited to work among our peers in an atmosphere that promotes growth with integrity. Here at Compass, we'll integrate world-class marketing, industry-disrupting technologies, and a human touch to optimize how we assist our clients." 

The long-term business partners, Morrel and Hirsch specialize in luxury condominiums, townhouses, and multi-family sales and have represented many notable figures in business, music, entertainment, and sports. They have also developed a specialty practice serving the real estate needs of family offices, trusts, estates, and guardianships. Morrel is an attorney, registered under Part 36 as a fiduciary real estate agent for court-appointed guardians. 

As founding members and lead brokers, Morrel and Hirsch paved the way for Engel and Völkers’ success in New York City. Joining Morrel and Hirsch on their move from Engel and Völkers to Compass are Alina Pogoroleva, Farbod Yarahmadi, Tanya Tang, Shawna Tamayose, Leda Gorgone, Minni Chalana and Morella Navarro. The multi-lingual team is composed of industry veterans who service a large client base with roots in New York, Miami, Los Angeles, China, Washington D.C., South America, Russia, and Western Europe.

"Our team is distinctively able to service a broad scope of buyer and seller clients by offering the most extensive network of in-house and external experts who have expansive international market knowledge, and who are equipped to navigate sensitive family issues," said Leslie Hirsch. "Our commitment to high-level bespoke service sets our team apart."  Among Howard and Leslie's most notable recent transactions is the sale of 101 E 63 Street for $18 million to buyer Tom Ford. The Upper East Side townhouse was designed by famed architect Paul Rudolph, the former Dean of the Yale School of Architecture and was the former residence of the designer to the stars Halston. Their current portfolio includes multiple million-dollar homes in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Morrel is known industry-wide as an acclaimed "brokers' broker" and mentor to many. Morrel, Hirsch and their team will work out of Compass’ 10 E 53rd Street office.

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