Beverly Hills Estates Founders Separate Amidst Business Success
Beverly Hills Estates founders Rayni Williams and Branden Williams have separated, according to a joint statement to The Real Deal. The news comes as a surprise to the real estate community, given the duo’s successful partnership and business growth.
Joint Statement from Rayni and Branden Williams
“After much thought and reflection, we have made the difficult decision to separate as a couple,” the two said in a joint statement to TRD. “We remain a steadfast company, devoted partners and a dedicated family. We started this journey as best friends and that bond will remain forever.”
No Changes to Business Operations
The Williams, who helm one of Los Angeles County’s fastest-growing luxury brokerages and teams, will remain in their respective positions. Rayni will continue as the brokerage’s CEO, while Branden will continue as its president.
Company History and Success
The duo left Hilton & Hyland in 2020 after a decade there to start the Beverly Hills Estates, rapidly growing their business in four years. The company made a splash with strong branding as the Williams sought to differentiate their business from legacy firms and create a next-generation boutique agency.
“There’s autonomy and a way for us to be our individual selves and not have to conform to very old ways of doing business, which was such an antiquated system of cubicles and very corporate,” Rayni Williams told The Real Deal earlier this year in reflecting on the firm’s start.
Recent Achievements
In May, the company ranked No. 11 in TRD’s annual list of the largest brokerages in L.A. County, with $1.1 billion in sales volume across 187 deals. The ranking was based on deals in the MLS above $1 million between May 1, 2023 and May 1, 2024 and did not count off-market transactions.
Their team, Williams & Williams Estate Group, ranked second out of all agents and teams in the county, with more than $1 billion in sales across 179 transactions, according to TRD research based on the same ranking parameters.
Conclusion
While the separation of Rayni and Branden Williams is a personal matter, their business partnership will continue unchanged. The duo’s dedication to their company and the real estate industry will remain unaffected, and their employees and clients can expect business as usual.
FAQs
Q: What is the reason for the separation? A: The reason for the separation is personal, and the couple has chosen not to disclose further details.
Q: How will this affect the company’s operations? A: The company will continue to operate as usual, with Rayni Williams remaining as CEO and Branden Williams remaining as president.
Q: What about the company’s growth and success? A: The company will continue to focus on its growth and success, and the separation will not impact its business operations or trajectory.
