With a background as a CPA and seasoned alternative investment professional, Benjamin is a top ranked real estate broker who brings financial sophistication and unmatched expertise to Manhattan and Hamptons luxury real estate. Benjamin's career in private equity and real estate investment spans over $50 billion in global transactions, including leading Design Within Reach's (DWR) successful IPO and overseeing Mexico's second-largest IPO, Macquarie's FIBRAMQ REIT. His role also encompassed opening over 50 DWR locations nationwide, a testament to his skill in strategic execution and real estate growth.
Benjamin's passion for real estate began early; at 21, he purchased and transformed a 2-unit property into a high-value single-family home, achieving an 80% increase in value within three years. Since then, he's purchased, renovated, and sold luxury properties from California to the Hamptons, completing over 25 personal transactions that showcase his vision for elevating underutilized spaces and his ability to create value in any market condition.
Raised in the scenic Santa Cruz Mountains of California, Benjamin earned his BS in Accounting from Golden Gate University and an MBA from UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business, along with a Certificate in Real Estate and Urban Economics from the Fisher Center. Since 2005, he has called downtown Manhattan home and currently resides in Chelsea's prestigious Vermeer co-op. Sag Harbor has also been home since 2016.
A trusted advisor for both buyers and sellers, Benjamin brings high-level financial acumen and hands-on experience in luxury real estate. Whether you're seeking a new Manhattan residence or a serene Hamptons retreat, he ensures that each transaction is handled with meticulous care and insight. His dedication and integrity shine through in his over 150 5-star client reviews. Outside of real estate, Benjamin's community leadership includes board memberships with the Hetrick Martin Institute and the Sag Harbor Whaling Museum, in addition to his instrumental work as a founding board member of the Freedom to Marry campaign.
For a real estate experience that merges finance, lifestyle, and luxury, contact Benjamin today,
