Rick Janson's Referral Network

Top Luxury Real Estate Agents
in New York

Rick Janson personally vets and introduces buyers and sellers to 37 elite real estate agents across New York, members of Compass Sports & Entertainment, REALM Global, and American Dream TV networks. Every introduction is warm, personal, and free.

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Vetted Agents
11
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Elite Networks

Rick Janson's New York referral network includes 37 vetted luxury agents across 11 markets, all members of REALM Global, Compass Sports & Entertainment, or American Dream TV. Email rickjansondenver@gmail.com for a personal introduction at no cost to you.

"New York is the deepest luxury market in the country, and the buyers who leave it don't leave easily - they need an agent who understands what they're giving up and what they're gaining. My New York network works with clients making that calculation at the highest levels."

Rick Janson  |  Compass Luxury Realtor®  |  HGTV Host  |  Author & AI Strategist

Delmar

East Syracuse

Hamptons

Hamptons / Bridgehampton

Hamptons / Southampton

Hyde Park

Long Island

New York City →

Port Washington

Westchester

Westchester / Larchmont

Susan Batterton

Christie's International

Westchester / Larchmont, New York

REALM
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Relocation Insights

New York and Denver: Why People Move

Why people move from Denver to New York

  • New York City's concentration of financial services (Wall Street, private equity, investment banking), media, fashion, and arts creates career opportunities found at no comparable scale elsewhere in the world.
  • New York's cultural density - Broadway, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the world's most diverse dining scene - is in a category of its own among American cities.
  • JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark airports provide transatlantic and transpacific connectivity that rivals any hub in the country, with hundreds of international direct routes.

Why people move from New York to Denver

  • New York State's income tax reaches 10.9%, with New York City adding up to 3.876% on top; for buyers earning $500,000 in Manhattan, the combined NY/NYC tax differential vs. Colorado's 4.4% can exceed $45,000 annually.
  • Denver's median home price is approximately 50 to 70% below Manhattan's luxury tier, where comparable finishes and neighborhood quality trade at dramatically higher prices.
  • Denver's Rocky Mountain skiing within 90 minutes includes world-class resorts; New York's ski options (Killington, Hunter, Whiteface) require 3 to 4 hours of driving and offer significantly smaller terrain.

Cost of living: New York vs. Denver

Housing
Manhattan luxury properties trade at 200 to 400% above Denver's comparable tier; outer borough, Hudson Valley, and Hamptons luxury runs 50 to 150% above Denver's median.
Taxes
New York state income tax up to 10.9% plus NYC's 3.876% additional tax vs. Colorado's 4.4% flat; the combined differential is among the highest of any state-to-state comparison in the country.
Overall
New York's overall cost of living is approximately 40 to 60% higher than Denver depending on the specific market, driven by real estate, income taxes, and service costs at world-city pricing.

Common Questions

Top Luxury Real Estate Agents in New York: FAQ

Who are the top luxury real estate agents in New York in May 2026?

Rick Janson's vetted referral network includes 37 elite agents across New York, including Adriel Reboh, Evan Kulman, Jennifer Friedberg, Terry Cohen, Margot Reutter, serving markets in Delmar, East Syracuse, Hamptons, Hamptons / Bridgehampton. Every agent is a member of Compass Sports and Entertainment and REALM Global and American Dream TV, invitation-only networks reserved for the highest-performing real estate professionals. Rick makes personal introductions to ensure the right match for every client.

How do I get connected to a top real estate agent in New York?

Email Rick Janson directly at rickjansondenver@gmail.com with your market of interest. Rick personally reviews every request and makes a warm introduction to the most appropriate agent in New York for your specific needs. There is no cost to the buyer or seller for a referral introduction through Rick's network.

What real estate brokerages are represented in Rick Janson's New York referral network?

Rick Janson's New York referral partners represent a range of elite brokerages including Compass, Corcoran, PowerPlay Destination Properties, Douglas Elliman, Ludlow Properties Group. Rather than limiting referrals to a single brokerage, Rick's network spans multiple firms to ensure the best possible match for every client and market. What matters is the agent's track record, local expertise, and network membership.

What makes the agents in Rick Janson's referral network different from finding an agent on Zillow?

Unlike public directories, every agent in Rick Janson's referral network has been vetted through membership in invitation-only networks: Compass Sports and Entertainment and REALM Global and American Dream TV. These are not self-nominated directories; agents are invited based on production, professional standards, and peer reputation. Rick also stays involved after the introduction to ensure the service standard meets the expectations set on Living the Denver Lifestyle.

What markets does Rick Janson's referral network cover in New York?

Rick Janson's New York referral network covers Delmar, East Syracuse, Hamptons, Hamptons / Bridgehampton, Hamptons / Southampton, Hyde Park, Long Island, New York City, Port Washington, Westchester, Westchester / Larchmont. If your target market is not listed, email rickjansondenver@gmail.com. Rick frequently adds new markets through his ongoing relationships with elite agents nationwide.

Request an Introduction in New York

Rick personally reviews every referral request and makes a warm introduction to the most appropriate agent for your needs. No cost to you, no obligation.

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