Meet Miami and Palm Beach’s Real Estate Rising Stars of 2023

Often celebrated for its tropical climate, notable sunsets, and sizzling food and nightlife scene, the South Florida region has long been a go-to vacation destination. But for people looking to live — or acquire an additional property — in Miami or one of its neighboring cities, agents are a guiding light through a real estate market that has recently seen spiking interest rates and an increase in condominiums in contrast to single-family homes.

Six 35-and-under agents who have already achieved great success and show the promise of even more — Spencer Schlager, Jordan Karp, Karen Elmir, Dovi Ettedgui, Scott Shuffield, and Shakira Sanchez — shared their expert analysis of what’s trending in the South Florida real estate market, the secret to selling to A-listers, and what makes Miami and Palm Beach such alluring locations for buyers.

Douglas Elliman’s Spencer Schlager says the most important factor when it comes to working with clients,