Specialties
Client Testimonials:
As a first-time homebuyer, I couldn’t have asked for better realtors than Lori and Steve with Barkin Group/Compass! They were incredibly proactive in communicating with both me and the seller's realtor, always available to answer any questions and guide me through the process. Their friendly demeanor made them easy to work with, and they truly went above and beyond to make sure I got the home I wanted, even though the seller was challenging to deal with. Lori and Steve’s dedication and expertise made all the difference. Highly recommended!
- Ellen (Buyer)
As a first-time homebuyer, I couldn’t have asked for better realtors than Lori and Steve with Barkin Group/Compass! They were incredibly proactive in communicating with both me and the seller's realtor, always available to answer any questions and guide me through the process. Their friendly demeanor made them easy to work with, and they truly went above and beyond to make sure I got the home I wanted, even though the seller was challenging to deal with. Lori and Steve’s dedication and expertise made all the difference. Highly recommended!
- Ellen (Buyer)
About Steve
Steve is a Midwest transplant who believes that care, privacy, and service are vital in representing
buyers, sellers and investors in what is, for many, their largest investment.
buyers, sellers and investors in what is, for many, their largest investment.
Steve listens carefully to a client’s wants and needs to ensure that the search for a new property, or the
marketing of an existing property, is as efficient and productive as possible. Steve believes that good
communication is a key to a successful relationship with a client and he provides regular updates on the
status of all transactions.
Steve applies his experience in negotiating and documenting complex transactions gained in his prior
career as a partner with a large law firm in the Midwest to his work as a real estate advisor in
transactions for the acquisition, sale or leasing of real property in South Florida.
Steve is active in the Fort Lauderdale community through his service on Lambda Legal South Florida
leadership council and on the host committee for the annual Bonnet House fundraising event for
Lambda Legal. He also serves on the national board of directors of Lambda Legal and was one of the
first 500 funders of Our Fund, a community foundation serving the South Florida community.
Steve works as part of a team with Lori Mahowald, also of the Barkin Group, with the objective of
providing buyers, sellers and investors with a smooth, efficient and enjoyable experience.