The Grether Group is a top-producing Malibu real estate team led by Russell Grether, specializing in luxury coastal properties throughout Malibu and Southern California. With over 30 years of experience and more than $1 billion in total sales volume, the team has successfully closed over 800 transactions representing buyers, sellers, landlords, and renters across a wide range of residential, land, and income properties.
Russell Grether is a founding partner of the Compass Malibu office and ranks among the top 1% of real estate agents nationwide by RealTrends. Under his leadership, the team has been recognized by The Wall Street Journal, the Los Angeles Business Journal, and other national real estate rankings. While Malibu remains the team's primary market, they also serve clients throughout Los Angeles and Ventura counties, bringing deep market knowledge, strategic negotiation experience, and steady leadership to every transaction.
Danielle Cotner is a North County San Diego Realtor® and strategic advisor specializing in helping families buy and sell homes with confidence. She focuses on positioning properties effectively and protecting client equity, guiding clients through the process with honesty, clarity, and a strategic approach to maximize returns.
With a background in psychology and over a decade of experience in real estate negotiation, marketing, and transaction management, Danielle offers insight and precise execution at every stage. As a longtime local and dedicated professional, she is committed to providing personalized support to clients whether they are upsizing, downsizing, or relocating, ensuring their goals are met with a smart plan and genuine care.
Tony Vaccaro is a real estate broker serving the Coachella Valley, with a focus on Palm Springs and surrounding areas. His background in marketing and communications, including experience at Charles Schwab and the California Association of Realtors, enhances his ability to market properties effectively and deliver a top-tier client experience.
A native of the San Francisco Bay Area, Tony moved to Los Angeles in 2001 and later settled in Palm Springs in 2012. As a past president of the Palm Springs Regional Association of Realtors, he combines his industry knowledge, passion for architecture, and love of homes to guide clients through buying and selling in the region.
David Sherman leverages his extensive background in luxury lifestyle management and event production to serve clients in South Florida’s real estate market. With over two decades managing multi-million-dollar vacation properties in the Hamptons, he has developed a keen ability to understand and meet his clients’ wants and needs, resulting in over $40 million in sales in the past four years.
A dedicated professional, David emphasizes loyalty and transparency as core values that set him apart. His deep industry knowledge, strong relationships within his high-profile network, and diligent market analysis make him a trusted guide for buyers and sellers navigating South Florida’s dynamic real estate landscape.
Rosa Pitassi is a dedicated real estate professional serving buyers, sellers, and investors in the Cook and DuPage counties. With over 24 years of full-time experience, she is known for her integrity, extensive market knowledge, and strong negotiation skills, ensuring her clients receive exceptional service in every transaction.
A member of the Oak Park Board of Realtors®, Rosa has been recognized with the Chicago Magazine Five Star Professional Award in 2013 and 2014, as well as the Presidential Award for Sales. Residing in Melrose Park’s Winston Park subdivision, she brings a personal touch and a commitment to helping families achieve their real estate goals.
Adam Zell is a seasoned real estate professional serving clients across Austin, with a deep understanding of the city’s urban core and outlying neighborhoods. His over fifteen years of experience and more than 900 transactions demonstrate his expertise in working with buyers, sellers, and investors, ensuring each client receives personalized guidance and strong advocacy throughout the process.
A Boston transplant, Adam combines East Coast hustle with Southern hospitality, emphasizing honest communication, reliability, and building lasting relationships. He is dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals and often develops lifelong friendships, all while balancing his passion for sports, food, music, and family life with his wife Rachel and their three children.
Shelly Porter is a dedicated real estate professional specializing in the luxury market as an Accredited Luxury Home Specialist, serving clients across Houston. She creates personalized strategies tailored to each client’s needs, with a focus on achieving quick sales at top dollar and providing exceptional service at all price levels.
With a deep understanding of Houston’s complex real estate landscape as a fourth-generation Houstonian, Shelly excels at negotiating as a Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE). Her client-centric approach, combined with her extensive local knowledge and commitment to meeting her clients’ goals, has earned her a five-star rating from the Houston Association of Realtors.
Darcy Robinson is a dedicated real estate agent serving the Austin market, with a deep knowledge of the city’s neighborhoods, culture, and local amenities. Her focus is on helping clients find their ideal home or sell with confidence in this vibrant community, leveraging her extensive understanding of Austin’s diverse areas and lifestyle options.
With a strong connection to Austin since 2000, Darcy’s love for the city and its offerings informs her personalized approach to client service. Outside of real estate, she enjoys exploring local events, dining, and outdoor activities, which helps her stay connected to the community and better serve her clients throughout every step of their transaction.
Alicia Arredondo is a dedicated real estate professional serving clients in Chicago, bringing over 10 years of experience in the local service industry. She leverages her background in hospitality to provide exceptional client service in home buying, selling, and rental transactions, guided by values of hard work, integrity, and personalized attention.
As a proud member of the Modern Living team, Alicia is committed to helping clients find a place to call home while ensuring a smooth and supportive process. Outside of real estate, she enjoys traveling and exploring nature, which complements her passion for creating positive experiences for her clients.