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March 16, 2018

Rodeo Realty's Josh Flagg and Ben Bacal among Variety's 'Showbiz Real Estate Elite 2018'

Variety’s annual ‘Showbiz Real Estate Elite 2018’ has been announced! Every year the magazine names some of the entertainment industry’s go-to agents, not just in Hollywood, but also on the East Coast, in Miami and event in Europe, Latin America and Asia.

This year, two Rodeo Realty agents made the elite list: Josh Flagg and Ben Bacal.

“Their clients come from all over the glove,” said Variety. “Not surprisingly, however, these high-flying negotiators mostly work the properties in the Beverly Hills and Bel-Air hot zone.”

As a star of Bravo’s popular show “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles, ” there’s no doubt that Josh Flagg is one of the entertainment industry’s go-to agents.

His recent Beverly Hills sales range in the $10 million-$16 million range. Some of his current listings mentioned by Variety include 815 N. Whittier Dr. for $11.49 million and 811 Hillcrest for $8.49 million. He also recently closed escrow on $20 million property.

“The market is “very, very strong,” said Josh to Variety. “High-end properties will continue to stay steady. I don’t see a massive increase in prices, but I also don’t see a tremendous potential of property value going down.”

Significant sales mentioned for Ben Bacal: 1006 Lexington Dr. for $26.75 million, 1218 Benedict Canyon for $11.995 million and 1895 Rising Glen Road for $15.95 million. His current listings included 830 Birchwood Dr. at $15.9 million and 6250 Hollywood Blvd. at $9.75 million.

“The high-end market is on fire in L.A,” said Ben to Variety. “Almost everything that has class and style is trading. L.A. isn’t built vertically, there is limited land and some of the most incredible luxury estates are being born here every month. I think L.A. is extremely undervalued.”

Congratulations to both agents for making Variety’s Showbiz Real Estate Elite 2018!

To read more on this, click HERE.

June 23, 2017

Rodeo Realty’s Ben Bacal named one of America’s top real estate professionals by REAL Trends, as advertised in The Wall Street Journal

The nations’ leading rankings for agents and teams has been released. The 2017 REAL Trends The Thousand, as advertised in The Wall Street Journal, ranks real estate agents/teams in the United States by transaction sides and sales volume.

Making the rankings this year is Rodeo Realty’s Ben Bacal. In the 2017 individual rankings by average price, Bacal ranked 25 out of the 50 entries. In the 2017 individual rankings by transaction volume he ranked 46 out of the 250 entries. Bacal is now ranked in the top one-half of 1 percent of the more than 1.25 million Realtors® nationwide.

Rodeo Realty would like to congratulate Ben Bacal for once again making the rankings and being named one of America’s top 1,000 real estate professionals by REAL Trends, as advertised in The Wall Street Journal!

To view the rankings report, click HERE.

April 14, 2017

Brentwood estate listed by Rodeo Realty’s Ben Bacal and Jason Peteler featured in the LA Times

Featured as a ‘Home of the Day’ in the Los Angeles Times is a new build in Brentwood, listed by Rodeo Realty’s Ben Bacal and Jason Peteler.

Perched atop a hillside, the contemporary estate boasts 280-degree views of the San Fernando Valley and the Santa Monica Mountains – an “on-the-top-of-the-world vibe,” as the LA Times referred to it.

The home features an open floor plan, a cook’s kitchen that opens up to the living and dining room, Fleetwood glass doors, and an infinity pool that’s set against the skyline.

Built in 2016, the property has five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and is listed at $6,447,000.

To read the LA Times feature, click HERE.
Canyon News, HERE.

To watch the listing video, click HERE.

January 20, 2017

Rodeo Realty's Beverly Hills agent Ben Bacal co-lists $250 million mansion

America’s most expensive home has hit the market for $250 million! Rodeo Realty’s Ben Bacal is one of the listing agents to the most expensive home for sale in the country.

The Bel Air spec mansion has 12 bedrooms, 21 baths, seven staffers, a gallery of exotic cars, a 40-seat Dolby theater, and a bowling alley. The four-level home also has three kitchens, six bars, an infinity pool with a swim-up bar and 270-degree hilltop views from downtown to the ocean.

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The 38,000-square-foot-home was designed by fashion designer-turned developer Bruce Makowsky, who sold Minecraft creator Markus Persson a Beverly Hills mansion for $70 million in 2014. Ben Bacal was also one of the listing agents to the 23,000-square-foot home.

Since hitting the market, the mansion has been causing a buzz nationwide. The property has been featured in The Hollywood Reporter, Yahoo, Zillow, The Wall Street Journal, Curbed, The Los Angeles Times, The Real Deal, Realtor.com, and many more publications and television networks.

For more info on the property, visit www.924belair.com

To read The Hollywood Reporter’s story on this mansion, click HERE.
Yahoo, HERE.
Curbed, HERE.
Los Angeles Times, click HERE.
Forbes
Wall Street Journal, click HERE.
The Real Deal
Realtor.com
KTLA, click HERE.

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December 28, 2016

Rihanna's former Pacific Palisades home sold, four Rodeo Realty agents mentioned in LA Times

The Pacific Palisades home once occupied by singer-songwriter Rihanna has sold for $11,175,000. The property was featured in the LA Times for being one of the top sales that closed between November 27 – December 10. The home was listed by Rodeo Realty’s Ben Bacal, Jason Peteler, and David Ferrugio. Jordana Leigh, also of Rodeo Realty, represented the buyer.

The almost 11,000 square-foot estate has seven bedrooms, seven baths, two powder rooms, a luxurious kitchen, and a rooftop deck with a sprawling pool and flourishing views. The outdoors entertaining area also offers a 6,000 square-foot garden, and a barbeque and bar.

The luxurious mansion is behind a private, gated drive and boasts 14-foot ceilings, walls of glass and a master suite with a double-sided fireplace and a spa-like bath that overlooks the resort-style pool. The open floor plan encompasses a living and dining area, media and game rooms.

The singer, 28, moved into the home in 2012, but a relentless “Unapologetic” world tour kept her away from the place most of the time. She began renting out the home for $65,000 a month almost a year later. The home was eventually put on the market in March 2014.

To read the LA Times article, click HERE.

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September 22, 2016

Rodeo Realty Nominated For Five Who's Who Luxury Real Estate Awards

Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate has announced the awards nominees for their 21st Annual Luxury Real Estate Fall Conference.

Rodeo Realty has been nominated for: Best Overall Marketing Package, Best Website, and Outstanding Social Media Savvy.

Rodeo Realty is also being represented in two other categories. Beverly Hills agent Ben Bacal has been nominated for the “Significant Sales Award”.

Don Ashley of Studio City is also a 2016 award nominee for “Outstanding Rookie”.

The conference will take place September 27 – 30 at The St. Regis Aspen Resort in Colorado. The awards will be presented at the Gala Dinner Friday.

Last year, Rodeo Realty received an award for “Best Website Innovation”. Bacal was the recipient of the “Billionaires Club” award.

View all 2016 nominees HERE.

September 16, 2016

Rodeo Realty's Joe Babajian, Ben Bacal, and Josh Flagg recognized by The Hollywood Reporter as some of Hollywood's Top 25 Real Estate Agents

The Hollywood Reporter’s list for Hollywood’s Top 25 Real Estate Agents has been released. The news first came out Thursday in THR’s September Emmy issue.

Among the 25 recognized, three Rodeo Realty agents made the list: Joe Babajian, Ben Bacal, and Josh Flagg. Rodeo Realty was one of the agencies that had the most real estate agents recognized.

“These pros aren’t feeling a SoCal market slowdown (yet) as buyers demand ever-pricier (and bizarre) amenities and eight-figure sales on L.A.’s Westside defy gravity,” said The Hollywood Reporter.

Listed in alphabetical order, below is what THR said about each Rodeo Realty agent:

The Emmy issue also includes a page congratulating the three Rodeo Realty agents.

To read more on Hollywood’s Top 25 Real Estate Agents, click HERE.

Cover of The Emmy Issue:

August 26, 2016

Rodeo Realty’s Beverly Hills agent Ben Bacal talks about his video strategy to Inman News

Inman News’ latest speaker spotlight features Rodeo Realty’s Beverly Hills agent Ben Bacal.

Bacal spoke to Inman about his video strategy and why it’s made him successful.

“Sure, you can show your expertise and talent with a one-on-one conversation, but if you do it on video, you can reach hundreds if not thousands of clients all at once,” said Bacal to Inman.

Bacal tells Inman News that video is the one thing every luxury-marketing plan must have.

“Three-quarters of all internet traffic will be from video in 2017,” said Bacal.

According to Inman News, Bacal is known for spending upwards of $20,000 on video in the hopes that they will go viral and create a lasting impression—not only on potential buyers, but future sellers, too.

“You have to spend money to make money, like any other business, “ said Bacal.

Bacal tells Inman that he sees video as one of the most underutilized technology in the real estate world—which is why he founded his own video app, Roofshoot, which allows agents to easily shoot videos and capture content.

“Show you have that power and drive to succeed, and buyers and sellers will want to work with you,” Bacal tells Inman.

To read more on the Inman News article, click HERE.

August 12, 2016

Rodeo Realty congratulates Ben Bacal for being named ‘Most Innovative Agent’ by Inman

Rodeo Realty would like to congratulate Ben Bacal for being named the ‘Most Innovative Agent’ by Inman. The Beverly Hills agent was recognized August 4 at the Inman Innovator Awards in San Francisco for making a difference in the real estate industry.

Out of 22 finalists in the ‘Most Innovative Agent’ category, Bacal was selected as the winner for his accomplishments as a real estate agent .

“These people, companies are on the forefront of change in the industry,” said publisher Brad Inman. “By consistently asking what can be better about the industry and trying to make their dreams reality, they are pushing every one of us to view the industry using a different lens.”

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Each summer, the Inman Connect San Francisco conference brings together the best and brightest in real estate and technology to share the newest innovations and changes in the marketplace. The awards honor those who, as Brad Inman said in the award announcement, “are on the forefront of change in the industry.”

This year marked the 20^th anniversary of Inman Connect and drew thousands of attendees from around the world. Bacal spoke in two important video-centric sessions: “How To Use Video To Get Listings And Sell Properties” and “Cool Real Estate Videos And How They Were Made.” He was also asked to participate in the “Meet The Leaders” session where he met with agents eager to learn the keys to his success.

“I am so honored to be selected by Brad Inman and his team as the most innovative real estate agent,” said Bacal. “This year’s conference was a very special event.”

The latest honor comes on the heels of Roofshoot’s debut at the Realogy FWD Innovation Summit in June. Out of a field of hundreds, just 15 of the hottest new technologies were invited to present their work to Realogy’s leadership.

The app, currently in beta, is being tested by over 350 real estate agents in Los Angeles who were invited to be part of a special early adopters group. This group includes some of Los Angeles’ most successful agents representing over $1 billion in annual sales.

Roofshoot is currently fielding offers from incubator groups and meeting with venture capitalists. “We’ve been very pleased with the feedback we’ve received so far,” adds Bacal. “Video marketing has changed my business and I’m honored to share everything I’ve learned with agents around the world.”

About Roofshoot
Roofshoot puts the power of video in the palm of your hand to generate more leads, sell more homes, and increase productivity. The app pulls together footage with music and a variety of customized themes to create a professional shareable video in minutes. More information can be found at www.roofshoot.com

August 10, 2016

Rodeo Realty agents Jason Peteler, David Ferrugio and Ben Bacal list Rihanna's former home

The Pacific Palisades home once occupied by singer-songwriter Rihanna is back on the market for $14,590,000. The property is listed by the Ben Bacal Estates Team: Ben Bacal, Jason Peteler and David Ferrugio of Rodeo Realty.

The star’s former palace has been has made news this week in Billboard, PEOPLE, The Hollywood Reporter, and The REAL Deal.

For more information on the property, click HERE.

To read The Hollywood Reporter’s article, click HERE.
Billboard, HERE.
The REAL Deal story, HERE.
PEOPLE, HERE.

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