RENT Magazine Q1'26

’s Best of 2025

NEW REAL ESTATE BOOK

Success in commercial real estate isn’t only about buying and selling. It’s about strategy, positioning, and execution. In Selling Buildings, legendary New York City broker Bob Knakal and premier industry broker coach Rod Santomassimo reveal the proven methods that have led to billions of dollars in transactions and countless career breakthroughs. Packed with real-world insights, this book provides brokers and investors with the tools to maximize property values, create competitive bidding environments, and close deals with precision. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, Selling Buildings is your playbook for dominating the market, securing exclusive listings, and achieving exceptional results. A must-read for anyone serious about commercial real estate, this book delivers decades of expertise in a step-by-step guide to selling more buildings at higher prices.

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Where Are They Now? Catching Up with Past Best of Awards Winners

2023 Real Estate Podcast

2023 Property Management Influencer Many of you knew him as Mr. RPM, Tony Sousa quickly rose to multifamily notoriety as the national spokesperson and brand ambassador for one of the nation’s largest property management companies, RPM Living. In March 2025, Sousa launched Sousa Consulting, marking a new chapter in his career. Since then, his influence has expanded through high-impact

Jullie Holly, renowned keynote speaker known for her award-winning podcast, spent the past few years digging deeper into her passion project and launched Identity Level Recalibration. Today, Julie serves as a personal advisor and strategist for ambitious leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who feel the nudge toward more - not more busyness, but more alignment,

more clarity, and more legacy-level impact. Through her proprietary Identity Level Recalibration™ process, Julie helps clients boldly step into the life they were designed for.

partnerships with some of the most respected supplier brands in multifamily housing. As 2026 approaches, the industry is watching to see what Sousa does next.

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