Core acquires boutique brokerage
October 01, 2009 07:00AM By Sara Polsky
Michael Garr
Core has acquired boutique brokerage Garr & Company and several of its listings, according to Core founder and CEO Shaun Osher, bringing on board the company's president, Michael Garr. "[Garr] is bringing a wealth of experience, having worked at one of the top companies in the city for a while … as well as being one of the top brokers in Chelsea. It's a perfect fit," Osher said. "He has an incredible, impeccable reputation." Garr's company had three other employees, according to the company's Web site, but Osher said only Garr moved to Core.
The acquisition officially occurred Sept. 1.
Garr's record as a broker appealed to Core, Osher said. "I believe he's sold more units in the Chelsea Mercantile building than any other broker," he said. He has also sold apartments at 100 Central Park South, 325 Fifth Avenue, 119 Chambers Street and other buildings, according to the Garr & Company Web site.
Core may be looking to make additional hires, Osher said, "if it fits strategically into what we're doing and our brand."
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Comments
Anonymous
Michael is a true pro! Well done.
Comment #1 Posted By: Anonymous 10/05/09
Anonymous
as horrible as she is, linda gertler has sold the most at the mercantile. let's not exaggerate core. oh wait that is all they know how to do.
Comment #2 Posted By: Anonymous 10/28/09
Anonymous
wow what a huge deal wow. worth a press release
Comment #3 Posted By: Anonymous 10/28/09
Anonymous
Osher comments on its a perfect fit with GARR but check out Core's webpage~the agent roster looks like a bunch of print models or better yet an escort service directory LOL What is with all the dudes looking alike? GARR sure aint
Comment #4 Posted By: Anonymous 11/03/09
Anonymous
Core needs to get off its high horse because you guys are just not that great! I am surprised they are still in business...well? Luxury market is just not happening now!
Comment #5 Posted By: Anonymous 11/03/09
Anonymous
You were warned GARR you should have stayed as your classy boutique firm
Comment #6 Posted By: Anonymous 11/03/09