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Stefani Berkin
President,
R New York
About Stefani
Stefani Berkin is a multifaceted real estate professional and trusted resource to her
agents and clients, with many years of experience and accomplishments. As President of R
New York, one of NYC’s largest real estate brokerage companies, she leads a seasoned
management team responsible for nearly 800 licensed agents and provides
comprehensive guidance in every facet of the business. She currently has offices in New
York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester, and Miami. Stefani is proud to be part of a
company offering a 100% commission model that favors entrepreneurs, rewarding
independent operators with the highest payout in the industry. Stefani has insider access
to a powerful network of premium properties and has enjoyed a notable career as a top
producing broker who heads up The Berkin Team at the firm. She takes pride in going the
extra mile for her clients who range from high-profile and high net worth individuals to
first-time buyers and sellers. Her impeccable reputation is earned by advocating for each
of her clients as if they were family members - with integrity, dedication, discretion, and
care. She is a sought-after voice in the national conversation on real estate, appearing as
an industry expert on Good Day NY, The Doctors, and Daily Mail and is a regularly
featured guest on NBC’s The TODAY Show.
Also, in her tenure as President, Stefani introduced a full real estate education curriculum,
facilitates team building and encourages a cohesive, collaborative work environment, and
warm rapport amongst her agents. “We are a family-run business, and our agents are an
extension of our family.” She promotes the importance of doing business with the highest
degree of ethics and professionalism and believes that reputation and relationships are
the keys to lasting success.
Combining her fortified background with a far-reaching market influence and network,
Stefani has spearheaded R New York to $10+ billion in sales and worked tirelessly to lift
the company to the top five largest residential brokerages in NYC. This forward-thinking,
innovative, and attentive leader aims to continuously disrupt the real estate industry and
enhance the level of service and results for all involved. As President, Stefani recruits all
new agents and seals strong partnerships with developers to secure listings for the firm.
As a broker, she excels at marketing luxury properties to elite foreign buyers,
demonstrating the complete discretion and personalized services they require to close
transactions effectively. Representing high profile clients in banking, technology, media
and entertainment, sports, and finance industries, Stefani sets herself apart in her
unwavering protection and undivided attention to their needs. She is poised, powerful and
connected; taking care of both the person and the process from start to finish. Her
integrity is clear, her thoughtfulness and care during the process is unmatched. Her
likeability is contagious – clients, colleagues and agents alike strive to work with her. She is
empathetic, articulate, polished and excels at the art of the sale. She will always go above
and beyond, exceeding expectations and delivering results.
Stefani sat on the Board of Directors of REBNY, The Real Estate Board of New York, holds
an advisory position on The American Real Estate Association Board, and is an active
member of NYRAC – New York Residential Agent Continuum. Stefani is also a member of
the Young Presidents Organization (YPO). She resides on the Upper East Side with
her two children, is an avid tennis player and enjoys dance, theater, fitness and fashion.
She gives back to her community through mentorship programs with young
entrepreneurs and various philanthropic initiatives.
