Big moves are happening in Sarasota’s luxury real estate scene. Living Vogue Real Estate, the stylish and high-energy brokerage founded by Mark Coppens and Matt Hickey, has officially joined eXp Realty, bringing 50 agents on the heels of a whopping $150 million in annual sales in 2024. And yes, they’re doing it in style – because when you build a brand that blends high-end real estate with a touch of “Selling Sunset” flair, you don’t settle for just any brokerage. (Read the press release here.)
From Boutique Powerhouse to eXp Realty
Mark and his wife, Jamie, started the brokerage in 2019 and it quickly exploded into one of Sarasota’s hottest boutique real estate firms. Living Vogue’s edgy, modern approach to marketing – and a showroom-style office right on Main Street – attracted top-tier agents and clients alike. But as the company grew, so did the demands of running a brokerage.
“We loved what we built, but the behind-the-scenes grind was getting overwhelming,” said Mark, Chairman and Founder of Living Vogue. “We were spending more time managing operations than actually selling homes. Partnering with eXp lets us offload the admin headaches and focus on what we do best – selling and mentoring.”
A Brokerage That Gets It
It wasn’t just about offloading paperwork, though. Mark and Matt were looking for a brokerage that understood their vibe, their vision, and their need for autonomy.
“eXp was the only company that checked all our boxes,” Mark said. “We’ve had plenty of suitors over the years, but they all wanted to change who we are. eXp said, ‘Keep doing what you’re doing – we’ll just help you scale it bigger and better.’”
Matt, the CEO and Managing Broker of Living Vogue, agreed, adding, “The people we’ve met at eXp have been incredible. They’re smart, supportive, and genuinely invested in our success. That was a huge factor in making this move.”
Joining eXp Luxury: A Natural Fit
Sarasota is no stranger to high-end real estate, and Living Vogue has been right in the thick of it. Coppens’ $15 million sale last year was just one example of the level they operate at. With their transition to eXp, they’re now part of eXp Luxury, a division built specifically for elite agents and high-net-worth clientele.
“We’ve always had a luxury aesthetic, but we sell across all price points and do all kinds of deals – like even a $10,000 parcel of land,” said Mark. “The way we market and present ourselves naturally appeals to luxury buyers and sellers and eXp Luxury gives us even more tools to amplify that.”
Keeping the Vibe Alive
One of the biggest concerns for Mark and Matt was maintaining the unique culture and brand they’ve built. Their Main Street office – often mistaken for a lounge or a high-end boutique – is a huge part of that.
“When people walk into our space, they don’t immediately think ‘real estate office,’” Mark said. “That curiosity sparks conversations, and conversations turn into relationships. We weren’t willing to give that up, and eXp made it clear that we didn’t have to.”
Bigger, Better, and Ready to Roll
Now that Living Vogue has made the leap to eXp Realty, Mark and Matt are laser-focused on growth – both for their agents and their clients.
“With eXp, we can spend more time mentoring, marketing, and closing deals,” Hickey said. “We’re not just surviving – we’re thriving.”
For Sarasota’s high-end buyers and sellers, that means more access to top-tier talent, cutting-edge marketing, and the kind of experience that makes buying and selling homes feel less like a transaction and more like an event.
