New York’s housing ecosystem is at an inflection point. Affordability pressures, development bottlenecks, small-property owner challenges, regulatory changes, and aging housing stock are all converging at the same time.
The $607-million Amazon project is believed to be among the largest private industrial development investments and the largest in terms of scope in the history of Orange County.
J. Philip Real Estate has named its 4Q 2020 Agents of Honor. These agents, selected by the company’s Agent Leadership Council, have been recognized for their outstanding merit and contributions to the company, their clients and the broader community.
Emilio Reyes
Tony Ruperto
Suzanne Shilling
Honorees for Q4 2020 include: Emilio Reyes, a member of The Diverse Realty Team who is fluent in Spanish. He entered the real estate profession after helping his mother find a home and has now made it his full-time profession. Tony Ruperto, a seven-year residential and commercial real estate salesperson, has sold millions of dollars of property in multiple states. He is a member of the Leadership program at OneKey MLS and is launching a new mentor program for new real estate agents at J. Philip Real Estate. Suzanne Shilling, a consistent million dollar+ real estate salesperson, is best known for her passion and stellar client service throughout Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess. When not showing and listing homes, she can be found teaching sixth grade at George Fisher Middle School in Carmel.
“Each of these five agents brings a unique perspective and distinct skill set that will directly benefit the clients they serve,” said Lou Budetti, Principal Broker at ERA Insite Realty.
Smith, an Associate Broker with Rand Commercial, will be celebrated at the Ottaway Medal Dinner on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Villa Venezia in Middletown.
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Emilio Reyes
Tony Ruperto
Suzanne Shilling
