Ep. 25: In this episode of Responsible Luxury, Lauren sits down with Kendel, a powerhouse real estate broker with the top-performing Singer Team at Brown Harris Stevens. But Kendel’s journey to the world of high-stakes real estate is anything but ordinary.

From her early days as a competitive gymnast to launching a career in high fashion, designing for renowned brands like Halston and J. Mendel, Kendel has always thrived in fast-paced, competitive environments. She later founded her own luxury fashion brand, F.WORDS, before making a bold pivot into luxury real estate, where she now helps high-net-worth clients find their dream properties in New York City and South Florida.

Lauren and Kendel discuss the parallels between fashion and real estate, the importance of building trust and authentic relationships, and Kendel’s mission to empower more women to become homeowners. Plus, Kendel shares insights on the future of luxury real estate, including the rise of wellness-certified properties, and opens up about her personal life, marathon training, and finding balance in a high-pressure career.

This conversation is filled with inspiration, strategy, and an inside look at the world of luxury—you won’t want to miss it!

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Guest Speaker: Kendel Neidermyer

Websites: Brown Harris Stevens, F.WORDS, Singer Team Real Estate

Instagram: @kendel_runs_realesate

LinkedIn: Kendel Neidermyer

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For comments, questions, or speaker ideas:

Email: lauren@laurentinewyork.com

LinkedIn: Lauren Petrovic

Instagram, X: @laurendpetrovic, @responsibleluxurypod

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

02:00 – Kendel’s Journey to New York

06:00 – Breaking into the Fashion Industry

10:00 – Launching Her Own Brand, F-WORD

15:30 – Transition from Fashion to Real Estate

20:00 – Navigating Luxury Real Estate in NYC & South Florida

25:00 – Empowering Women Homebuyers –

30:00 – Building Client Trust in Real Estate –

35:00 – Personal Life & Lifestyle Balance

40:00 – Coping with Loss & Finding Meaning

45:00 – Favorite NYC Spots & Safe Havens

50:00 – The Future of Luxury Real Estate

54:00 – Final Thoughts & Where to Connect